Project Details
Country: Nigeria
Industry: Health
Competence: Assessment, Strategy Design & Implementation
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Context
Nigeria faced significant challenges in maternal and child health due to a shortage of skilled birth attendants (SBAs) and midwives. There was a critical need to gather accurate data to assess the current state of human resources for health (HRH) and identify effective solutions to address these shortages.
Addressing the HRH shortages, particularly in midwifery and SBA services, required a strategic and coordinated approach to develop and implement effective solutions. The findings from the comprehensive learning agenda were essential in shaping a viable strategy.
Action
Sydani initiated a comprehensive assessment and monitoring effort to collect and analyze data on HRH, specifically focusing on SBAs and midwifery services. This involved developing data collection tools, conducting surveys and interviews, and implementing a robust data management system to ensure accurate and timely data reporting.
Based on the insights gathered from the assessment, Sydani developed the EMBRACE model, a solutioning framework designed to tackle the critical challenges in the health sector. The EMBRACE model focuses on scalable and sustainable solutions to improve the availability and distribution of healthcare workers. The model’s implementation involved collaboration with government agencies, educational institutions, and international partners to ensure a sustainable and scalable approach.
The Results
The data collected provided valuable insights into the gaps and challenges in HRH, particularly in midwifery and SBA services. These findings were crucial in informing the development of targeted interventions and policies aimed at strengthening HRH, ultimately leading to improved maternal and child health outcomes in Nigeria.
The EMBRACE model significantly increased the number of trained SBAs and midwives, as well as improved the overall HRH framework. The strategic interventions led to better availability and distribution of healthcare workers, thereby enhancing healthcare delivery at the primary level. This resulted in improved maternal and child health services, reducing maternal and neonatal mortality rates, and bolstering confidence in the healthcare system.