MSF Belgium, South Sudan Mission Medical and Nursing Job Vacancies

MSF Belgium, South Sudan mission is looking to fill the following positions for an initial period of 4 months and based in Southern Sudan.

Surgeon

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Emergency Coordinator and s/he will perform the following main tasks, among others:
  • Management and organisation of the surgical services as per the standard MSF protocols.
  • Provide the best emergency surgical care.
  • Training, supervision and evaluation of staff.
Qualifications & Requirements:
  • Education: Qualified Medical Doctor (Surgeon), specialized in surgery.

  • Experience: Prior experience in clinical practice as a Surgeon; MSF/ NGO experience
  • Skills: Able to train, diplomatic, cultural sensitive, open minded, patient & organized; Able to work and live in very basic conditions.
  • Language: Proficiency in written and oral English; Arabic speaking is an added advantage.
Anaesthetist

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Emergency Coordinator and s/he will perform the following main tasks, among others:
  • Management and organisation of the anaesthetic services as per the standard MSF protocols.
  • Care to the patient (pre-operation consultation, anaesthesia & per (intra) operation period and post operation care).
  • Training, supervision and evaluation of staff.
Qualifications & Requirements:
  • Education: Qualified Medical Doctor/ Clinical Officer, specialized in Anaesthesia.
  • Experience: At least two years practical experience; MSF/ NGO experience and/or experience in with war wounded is an advantage.
  • Skills: Able to train, diplomatic, cultural sensitive, open minded, patient & organized; Able to work and live in very basic conditions.
  • Language: Proficiency in written and oral English; Arabic speaking is an added advantage.
Medical Doctor/ Clinical Officer (for Mobile clinics)

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Emergency Coordinator and s/he will perform the following main tasks, among others:
  • Daily management of the medical activities of the mobile teams and ensure good follow up of MSF protocol & guidelines.
  • Conduct medical consultations, handle emergency situations and follow up referrals accordingly.
Qualifications & Requirements
  • Education: A registered Medical Doctor with a Degree in medicine or a registered Clinical Officer with a Diploma in Clinical Medicine.
  • Experience: Knowledge in tropical medicine with at least 2 years experience; MSF/ NGO experience is an advantage.
  • Skills: Good organization skills, diplomatic, cultural sensitive, open minded and patient; Able to work and live in very basic conditions.
  • Language: Proficiency in written and oral English; Arabic speaking is an added advantage.
Nurse (for Mobile clinics)

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Mobile Clinics Medical Doctor or Clinical Officer and s/he will perform the following main tasks, among others:-
  • Conduct OPD consultations in accordance with the MSF clinical guidelines
  • Nursing care, including dressings, simple suturing in aseptic technique according to protocol.
  • Handle emergency situations according to the protocol in the absence of the MD/ CO.
Qualifications & Requirements:
  • Education: Registered Nurse with a Diploma in Nursing.
  • Experience: Knowledge in tropical medicine & obstetrics; 2 year practicing experience; MSF/ NGO experience is an advantage.
  • Skills: Diplomatic, cultural sensitive, open minded, patient and able to work and live in very basic conditions.
  • Language: Proficiency in written and oral English; Arabic speaking is an added advantage.
Candidates meeting the above qualifications are requested to submit a motivation letter and an updated Curriculum Vitae mentioning on the envelop/ email subject line, the specific job title, to:

The HR & Administration Coordinator
Medecins Sans Frontieres Belgium
P.O. Box 38897-00623, Nairobi

Email: msfocb-kenya-emergency@brussels.msf.org

Deadline for application 03rd December 2010

Applications must be received by the deadline.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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