Medicines Sans Frontiers France (MSF-F) Current Jobs in Nigeria: Recruitment for 11 Job Positions (NGO)

THE ORGANIZATION:

Medicines Sans Frontiers France (MSF-F), is a medical humanitarian non-governmental organization (NGO), neutral and independent. We offer free assistance to populations in need. We work in more than 60 countries around the world and have developed programs to respond to emergencies such as disease outbreaks (e.g. meningitis epidemic in Nigeria in 2009), manmade disasters (war torn countries) or natural disasters (e.g. trauma care response to the Haiti earthquake in 2010). We have also developed longer term medical programs, for example in countries where there is a lack of access to comprehensive medical care.

MSF always attempts to provide Quality and free of charge care to our patients, providing the necessary resources to allow us to achieve our established objectives. We also try to provide optimal working conditions for our teams including a social package such as free health care.

MSF-France has been in Nigeria since 1996 and has run a trauma center in Port Harcourt since 2005, Since June 2008, in close collaboration with Jigawa Ministry of Health, MSF has been active in Jahun General Hospital with the objective of improving access to obstetric and neonatal care for women of childbearing age in order to reduce the maternal and neonatal mortality rates and increase the quality and quantity of care for women with
existing fistula. For this reason, MSF is presently seeking applicants for the following positions:

POST TITLE:   WF Surgeon

JOB LOCATION: Jahun, Jigawa

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Nigerian registered doctor Qualification is a must,
• Surgical Qualification (Fellowship in Surgery OR Ob/Gyn) is a must,
• Previous training in WF repair is a must,
• Experience in WF repair is a must (>500 individual repairs is advantageous),
• Applicant should be interested in learning and sharing both knowledge and skills,
• Fluency in Hausa language is an added advantage.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Main responsibilities will include:

• Running WF clinics (diagnosis and follow up),
• Perform WF repairs.

POST TITLE:   Psychiatrist (Part time Consultant)

JOB LOCATION: Jahun, Jigawa

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Nigerian registered doctor qualification is a must,
• Psychiatric Qualification is a must,
• Minimum of 1-year of active clinical experience is a must,
• Fluent in both Spoken and written English language is a must,
• Ability to communicate in Hausa is an added advantage,
• Strong motivation, commitment, professional conduct with a sense of responsibility.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Main responsibilities will include:

• Provide quality psychiatric care to all patients admitted in the obstetric ward or fistula repair ward,
• Examination and treatment of all patients in these departments,
• Appropriate documentation of patients status for the period spent on the ward.

POST TITLE:   Doctor or Nurse Anesthetist (part-time consultant)

JOB LOCATION: Jahun, Jigawa

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Nigerian registration as a qualified anesthetist is a must,
• Minimum of 1-year of active clinical experience is a must,
• Fluent in both Spoken and written English language is a must,
• Ability to communicate in Hausa is an added advantage,
• Strong motivation, commitment, professional conduct with a sense of responsibility.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

Main responsibilities will include:

• Provide anesthesia for patients undergoing emergency obstetrics surgical interventions and fistula surgeries,
• Assessment and care for pain before /during/after surgical interventions.

POST TITLE:   Doctors

JOB LOCATION: Jahun, Jigawa

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Nigerian registered doctor qualification is a must,
• Gynecological /Obstretrics experience is a must,
• Minimum of 1-year of active clinical experience is a must,
• Fluent in both Spoken and written English language is a must,
• Ability to communicate in Hausa is an added advantage,
• Strong motivation, commitment, professional conduct with a sense of responsibility.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Main responsibilities will include:

• Provide quality care to all patients admitted in the obstetric ward or fistula repair ward,
• Examination and treatment of all patients in these departments,
• Appropriate documentation of patients status for the period spent on the ward.

POST TITLE:   Midwives

JOB LOCATION: Jahun, Jigawa

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Nigerian Registered Nurse and Midwifery qualification is a must,
• Minimum of 1year of active clinical experience is a must,
• Fluent in both Spoken and written English language is a must,
• Ability to communicate in Hausa is an added advantage,
• Strong motivation, commitment, professorial conduct with a sense of responsibility.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Main responsibilities will include:

• Provide quality care to all patients admitted in the Obstetric ward,
• Admission and examination of all patients to this department,
• Provide intra-partum and post-partum care,
• Appropriate documentation of patients status for the period Spent on the ward.

POST TITLE:   Nurses

JOB LOCATION: Jahun, Jigawa

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Candidates must possess minimum of 1 years of active clinical experience is a must,
• Fluent in both spoken and written English language is a must,
• Ability to communicate in Hausa is an advantage,
• Strong motivation, commitment, professional conduct with a sense of responsibility.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Main responsibilities will include:

• Provide quality care to all patients admitted in the fistula repair ward,
• Admission and examination of all patients to this  department,
• Provide intra-partum and  post-partum care,
• Appropriate documentation of patients status for  the period spent on the ward.

POST TITLE:   Nurse  Assistants

JOB LOCATION: Jahun, Jigawa

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Nigerian Health care qualification,
• Minimum of 1-year of active clinical experience is a must,
• Fluency in spoken and written English and Hausa language,
• A strong work ethic including punctuality, responsibility and flexibility.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

Main responsibility will include:

• Provide quality care to all patients admitted in the obstetric or VVF ward,
• Support of the Midwives of WF Nurses in the  wards daily activities,
• Perform and record routine observations (vital signs) according to patient status,
• Ensure the ward remains clean and hygienic in conjunction with the ward cleaners.

POST TITLE:   Assistant Head of Mission

JOB LOCATION: Abuja, FCT

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to remain calm and diplomatic during  tense or difficult situations,
• Fluent English (written and oral) required; knowledge of French is a plus,
• Ability to establish a strong network of relationships,
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet,
• Good organization skills,
• Ability to produce independent work and defend opinions,
• Strong writing skills and ability to summarize.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Main responsibilities will include:

• The collection and analysis of information regarding security, humanitarian aid and international relations, as well as  regarding health conditions,
• Management of internal and external communication,
• Representation of MSF-France to outside contacts,
• Administrative management: follow up on in-depth projects.

POST TITLE:   Epidemiologist

JOB LOCATION: Abuja, FCT

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Candidates must have a Masters degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics or other health-related fields,
• Proficiency in Microsoft Software packages (including Excel and Word),
• Good working knowledge of statistical software packages, eg SPSS, STATA and ENA,
• Ability to write clear and accurate reports,
• Ability to fluently read, write and speak English is required; ability to speak hausa is an added advantage,
• Good communication and diplomacy skills,
• Willingness to travel and work in remote and/or insecure environments,
• Experience is similar position is an added advantage.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Main responsibilities will include:

• Develop an epidemiological survey plan for the states covered by MSF-France,
• Train and supervise community survey workers for ongoing surveys,
• Manage the team during survey and surveillance activities,
• Lead training and educational seminars for participating passive surveillance health centres,
• Ensure quality in the indicators measured and in collation and analysis of data,
• Monitor and evaluate collected data,
• Perform analysis of data with appropriate recommendations for MSF intervention, if needed Ensure quality assessments are performed timely in other places,
• Lead operational research designed to improve the survey methodology.

POST TITLE:   Emergency Logistician

JOB LOCATION: Abuja, FCT

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Candidate should have knowledge of principles of supply, electricity, constitution, water and sanitation and mechanics,
• Must be able to function effectively in complex work environment, set appropriate priorities and deal effectively with numerous simultaneous requirements,
• Familiarity with computer word-processing and spreadsheet is essential,
• Willingness to travel and work in remote and/or insecure environments,
• Experience in similar position is an added advantage,
• Familiarity with MSF practice and protocols is an added advantage,
• Ability to speak Hausa language is an added advantage.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Main responsibilities will include:

• Logistics kits and tools preparations,
• Logistics explo with ER team,
• Safety Road assessment,
• General log support to the bases.

POST TITLE:   Polyvalent Logistician

JOB LOCATION: Abuja, FCT

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of principles of electricity, construction, water and sanitation,
• Must be able to provide building  and installation maintenance,
• Familiarity with computer word-processing  and spreadsheet is an added advantage,
• Experience in similar position is an added advantage.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Main responsibilities will include:

• Installing and setting up material and equipment for MSF programs in Abuja,
• Carrying out the maintenance, follow up and repair of MSF’s installations or equipment used in MSF Abuja compounds (office, stores and residences),
• Being responsible for his /her (hereafter  referred to as “his”) tools and equipment,
• Observation of any personnel under his supervision,
• Stock management for office supplies and logistics items.

SALARY/REMUNERATION: Will be discussed at the interview

METHOD OF APPLICATION & APPLICATION CLOSING DATE:

All Interested applicants should send their application (including curriculum vitae, motivation letter answering to requirements listed above, copy of diplomas and contact information including phone number) to: msff-abuja-adm@paris.msf.org or at MSF offices in Jahun or Jabi District of Abuja (across from Jabi Lake). 

Please indicate for which post you are applying.

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Tuesday, 31st January 2012 at 5:00pm

NOTE: Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. Incomplete applications will not be taken into consideration.