Catherine Arayo
Enrolled Midwife
Kampala
Summary
Healthcare professional skilled in maternal and newborn care, prepared to deliver exceptional patient outcomes. Proven ability to manage complex deliveries and provide personalized care plans. Valued for collaborative approach and adaptability in dynamic environments, with expertise in prenatal assessments and postpartum support.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Enrolled Midwife - (Bidibidi Refugee Camp)
International Rescue Committee
11.2020 - 12.2025
- Established and scaled maternity services in six new health centers, enhancing safe childbirth access in underserved areas.
- Led, trained, and mentored local midwives and maternity staff, improving service delivery and local capacity.
- Provided pre- and postnatal care, including support during both normal and complicated deliveries in collaboration with clinical teams.
- Strengthened maternal-child health by ensuring referrals to immunization programs and promoting safe community birthing practices.
- Delivered comprehensive care to survivors of sexual violence, integrating clinical support with compassion and dignity.
- Reduced complications during childbirth with vigilant monitoring of maternal and fetal wellbeing throughout labor.
- Watched vital signs, checked for comfort levels and monitored emotional states of mothers before, during, and after labor.
Newborn & Infant Physical Examination Midwife/Nurse
Alpha Medical Centre
04.2018 - 03.2019
- Provided expert clinical guidance and mentorship to midwives, students, and support staff, promoting high standards of woman-centered neonatal care.
- Conducted Newborn and Infant Physical Examinations (NIPE) on all eligible babies under midwife-led protocols, ensuring timely health assessments.
- Identified and escalated clinical concerns, referring infants to specialized pediatric teams when necessary for further evaluation and care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate and enhance care pathways, contributing to improved service delivery and patient outcomes.
Midwife
Reaching out with Hope
02.2017 - 03.2018
- Delivered individualized midwifery care to over 200+ mothers annually, ensuring safe labor, delivery, and postnatal recovery.
- Performed neonatal resuscitation, suturing, and phlebotomy in over 75+ emergency and high-risk cases, improving survival outcomes.
- Provided specialized newborn care in the Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU), supporting an average of 15–20 high-risk infants monthly.
- Contributed to the development of 5+ maternity care protocols and clinical guidelines, standardizing care across the facility.
- Mentored and supervised 10+ junior midwives and students, enhancing staff competency and patient care quality.
Teaching Associate
Lugazi Progressive Secondary
10.2008 - 12.2012
- Led instruction and curriculum delivery for 3+ core academic modules, supporting over 150+ students annually.
- Collaborated with the Head of Department to design and manage academic programs, aligning with national curriculum guidelines.
- Provided academic mentorship and support to students, contributing to a 15% increase in overall class performance.
Teaching Associate
Tana Memorial High School
02.2006 - 09.2008
- Oversaw the quality of instruction for 4 academic modules, supporting the learning outcomes of 120+ students.
- Contributed to the evaluation and improvement of Economics teaching practices, leading to a 10% increase in student performance.
- Collaborated with departmental staff to implement data-driven teaching strategies that enhanced educational delivery.
Education
Diploma - Midwifery
Arua School Of Compressive Nursing
Arua, Uganda12.2023
Certificate - Midwifery
St Francis Nyenga Midwifery and Nursing College
Jinja, Uganda05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Makerere University
Kampala, Uganda07.2003
Skills
Lactation consulting
Antenatal and postnatal support
Midwife-led deliveries
Neonatal resuscitation certification
Newborn physical examination
Reproductive health guidance
Emergency Obstetric & Newborn Care (EmONC/BEmONC)
Maternal & Child Health (MCH) Services
Management of Complications During Labor
Infection Prevention & Control (IPC)
Monitoring Fetal Heart Rate & Vital Signs
Postnatal support
Affiliations
- Uganda National Council of Midwifery and Nurses
Certification
Midwifery License - 2028 Issued by Uganda National Council of Midwifery and Nurses
LEADERSHIP & VOLUNTEERING
- Mentor, Community Birth Attendants Training Program
- Facilitator, SRHR Workshops for Adolescents and Young Mothers
- Health Campaign Lead, Safe Motherhood Initiative
Timeline
Midwifery License - 2028 Issued by Uganda National Council of Midwifery and Nurses
09-2028
Enrolled Midwife - (Bidibidi Refugee Camp)
International Rescue Committee
11.2020 - 12.2025
Newborn & Infant Physical Examination Midwife/Nurse
Alpha Medical Centre
04.2018 - 03.2019
Midwife
Reaching out with Hope
02.2017 - 03.2018
Teaching Associate
Lugazi Progressive Secondary
10.2008 - 12.2012
Teaching Associate
Tana Memorial High School
02.2006 - 09.2008
Certificate - Midwifery
St Francis Nyenga Midwifery and Nursing College
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Makerere University
Diploma - Midwifery
Arua School Of Compressive Nursing