Job Vacancies at Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) – 3 Positions

Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) is recruiting to fill the following positions:

Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) is an independent international medical humanitarian organisation that delivers emergency aid in more than 60 countries to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural or man-made disasters or exclusion from healthcare.

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Main Objective and Responsibility of the Position

• Planning and supervising the day to day implementation of procedures and administrative processes for the efficient clearance and transportation of medical and non-medical goods in the mission according to MSF protocols, standards and procedures in order to ensure the optimal functioning of the mission

Description of the Responsibilities / Activities

• Planning and supervising the day to day activities and administrative processes to ensure an efficient running of the clearance and transportation processes of medical and non-medical goods for a supply office (coordination or project), ensuring compliance of MSF standards, protocols and procedures. These activities include but are not limited to the following:
  • Acting as a forwarding agent for the mission by ensuring all the importation process in liaison with clearing agents through follow-ups of all importation process in order to release the goods as fast as possible; following up on the MOU and liaising with Ministry of Finances and others for taxes exemption. Being the focal person of the Ministry of Health for the import license by providing all the details on the content of the importations
  • Conducting local context watch and proposing best routing for local transport taking in consideration nature of goods and timing and participates in the network for cargo transportation possibilities with the others sections. Organizing regular market consultations and tenders on transport local market (Road, Air …)
  • Being responsible for the reception of international freight
  • Planning, prioritizing and organizing the shipment of goods purchased locally and managing all related administration documents
  • Communicating with customers, prioritizing transport according to their needs.
• Coordinating and leading the team under his/her responsibility including the daily workers, defining each person's tasks (daily supervision and checking the quality of their work); drawing up working schedule and organizing and leading team meetings
• Supervising, in close coordination with the HR department, the associated processes (recruitment, training/induction, evaluation, potential detection, development and communication) of the staff under his/her responsibility in order to ensure both the sizing and the amount of knowledge required.
• Performing delegated tasks according to his /her specialty and as specified in his/her job description
• Performing the day to day activities and administrative processes to ensure an efficient running of the clearing and transportation processes of medical and non-medical goods for a supply office (coordination or project) following the supply procedures according to MSF standards and protocols.

Including the following activities.

• Managing and planning, in collaboration with the line supervisor and the warehouse supervisor, the shipment of goods between the projects and/or from the capital to the projects choosing the best possible means of transport;
• Being responsible for the reception of international freight and its forwarding to the field;
• Being responsible for all customs and administrative related issues;
• Regularly assessing the local transport market (companies, prices, services, delays…); and proposing different third-party providers for validation.

Requirements

• Minimum of OND qualification.
• Minimum of 2 years experience.

Application Closing Date
10th December, 2020.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
&
Upon completion of your application send soft copies of your CV to: nigeria-jobs@oca.msf.org using ''Transport and Custom Supervisor'' as the subject of the mail.

Note:

• Please note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview.
• MSF is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity within the organization.

Location: Abakaliki, Ebonyi
Contract Period: Indefinite

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Apply medical knowledge and skills to diagnose and prevention. Carry out outpatient and inpatient consultations, prescribing the necessary treatment respecting MSF protocols.
• Keep the patient and / or his / her family informed about the illness and provide appropriate explanations about the treatment to follow, checking they have understood.
• Follow up the evolution of the hospitalized / IDP patients, through daily visits , consultations and examinations, prescribing the necessary treatment following MSF protocols, deciding whether they can be discharged or transferred to other departments – in collaboration with other doctors- and informing their family about the patient’s evolution.
• Check and control the rational distribution of medicines and equipment under his/her responsibility and take care the quality, disinfection and sterilization of the medical material. Assure general compliance with standing hygiene standards.
• Participate in the collection and analysis of epidemiological data, checking its validity and informing the line manager or project coordinator about any problem or complication of the patients illness, medical error and monitors the proper functioning of the department, equipment or material.
• Ensure ongoing training of the medical / paramedical multidisciplinary team in order to optimize the quality of care.
• Knows and ensures all MSF medical protocols are followed and implemented, checking universal precautions are followed at all times and reducing bio-hazard risks and improving infection control. Ensures professional confidentiality is respected.
• Manage the team under his / her direct responsibility according to MSF HR policies and procedures, supervising their performance, organizing and scheduling shifts and rotations, directly participating in emergencies and on calls if necessary.

MSF Section / Context Specific Accountabilities

• Actively participates in improving the quality of curative and supportive care to Lassa patients in collaboration with the partner (the Ministry of Health: Alex Ekwueme Federal University Teaching Hospital, Abakaliki) based on MSF-NCDC protocols and respect of policies put in place.
• Participates actively in the training program established in the project according to the schedule.
• Provide a mentoring supporting for the partner’s staff (MoH) concerning the clinical management of Lassa fever patients.
• Participates in the elaboration of monthly medical reports by providing the necessary medical information’s and data analysis without excluding the facilitation of reliable data collection.
• Contributes to the respect of Lassa, COVID19 infection prevention and control (IPC) protocols, as well as to the respect of standard hospital hygiene procedures.
• Contributes to the consolidation of teamwork with other members of the medical team, in order to strengthen and provide patients with the necessary care.
• This job profile is not exhaustive, the candidate must be prepared to respond to any task related to the position of Medical Doctor should the need arise.
• Any other task assigned by supervisor

Minimum Required Skills and Qualifications

• Education: MBBS Desirable, Diploma in Tropical Medicine essential.
• Experience: 2 years minimum experience as a Medical Doctor or in clinical setting us essential. A minimum 1 year experience in Viral Haemorrhagic Fever (VHF) context (Lassa fever or Ebola) Clinical Research is an added advantage.
• Competencies: Results, Teamwork, Flexibility, Commitment to MSF’s principles.

Application Closing Date
2nd December, 2020.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their Application, including Cover Letter, Resume and copy of relevant Certificates to: msfocb-ebonyi-hrmanager@brussels.msf.org using the "Job title" as subject of the email.
OR
Send Hard Copy to:
MSF Belgium Office,
Block D33, Liberation Estate Abakaliki,
Ebonyi State.

Note

• The following vacancy is open to all residents of Nigeria
• MSF is an equal opportunity employer, both men and women are encouraged to apply.
• Please note only short-listed candidates will be notified and invited for interview; MSF Belgium takes this opportunity to thank all potential candidates for their application.

Location: Abuja
Contract: 208 working hours per month and roster flexibility required.

Job Description

• Performing autonomously and ensuring, all necessary complex / advanced maintenance and repair of MSF vehicles and mechanical equipment to ensure they are in perfect condition for their use. This includes the following tasks :
  • Performing maintenance according to the instructions in the logbook, ensuring all type of services to all vehicles are done on time (i.e. mini A, medium B and full C, and special services referred in logbook when possible).
  • Testing all vehicles after each service is concluded and before it is handed back to its driver
  • Keeping record of vehicle’s driver remarks, and carrying out repairs if needed (vehicles and other mechanical equipment) and filling in service, repair or vehicle log book. Reporting to the line manager any problem related to MSF vehicles
  • In the case of a breakdown, making a diagnosis, informing the line manager and after approval carrying out any complex / advanced repairs needed.
  • Following up the validity of all documents (annual inspections, insurance or any other required documents)
  • Assisting in the briefing or training of drivers regarding vehicle services and maintenance
• Managing the stock of consumable items, filling in the stock cards, carrying out physical stock inventories, executing orders necessary for renewing stock, avoiding any shortage
• Responsible for the equipment and tools, including extinguishers in the cars, mechanic workshop and generator location/s, checking they are correctly and safely used, maintaining and renewing them when necessary and keeping the inventory updated.
• Keeping working area clean and tidy.
• Ensuring that all record sheets and books related to maintenance are always completed and preparing needed reports before and after any repair or required maintenance.
• Support in the evaluation of external workshops for eventual sub-contracting as well as light and heavy vehicle renting.
• He may be asked by his line manager to assist in the recruitment of new drivers (technical test) and their briefing and training regarding vehicle services and maintenance.
• Fill in the “Tufioul” on monthly basis and report all the data and analysis to his line manager and the Country Mechanic Specialist.
• Update the MEMO equipment; status, Maintenances, Tufioul, etc
• In collaboration with the Head of Drivers, plan the weekly checks for the vehicle and ensure the drivers do them correctly.
• Provide a monthly report with the progression of his activities, the difficulties encountered and the plan of action for the coming month.
• In collaboration with the drivers ensure adequate fuelling is done for the vehicles
• Carry out weekly checks for all functioning generators according to the guide provided in the ‘weekly check’ form, and carry out checks at least once in a month for the generators/moto pumps in stock.
• Carry out routine checks on the fuel supply setup for the generators across the project, to ensure adequate, consistent flow and delivery of fuel to the generator systems as required for the optimal functioning of the generators.
  • Check weekly the fuel level of the external fuel supply tanks of the generator to ensure the fuel is at the good level and enough to run the generator consistently as required for the functioning of the facilities.
  • Check, at least once in a month, the non-return valves in the fuel tanks and clean when required, to ensure there are no clogs by dirt, impurities or foreign bodies.
  • Plan and carryout quarterly washing & and cleaning of diesel tanks in all locations

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Requirements

• Education: Essential Diploma in Mechanics or related studies.
• Experience: Demonstrable mechanical experience. (Minimum 2 years’ experience).
• Languages: English language and local language as added advantage
• Knowledge: Essential driving license for vehicles.
• Computer Literacy: Good command of Word, Excel

Competencies:

• Results and Quality Orientation L1
• Teamwork and Cooperation L1
• Behavioral Flexibility L1
• Commitment to MSF Principles L1
• Service Orientation L1
• Stress Management L2

Remuneration
Monthly Gross salary of N280,592 monthly (Two hundred and Eighty thousand, Five hundred and Ninety-Two Naira only) plus 13th month allowance equivalent to 1 month of gross salary.

Application Closing Date
7th December, 2020.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
And
Submit your CV, qualifications and a cover letter with contact details to the "MSF HR Manager" via: msff-abuja-recruitment@paris.msf.org using "Mechanic Abuja" as the subject of the email.

Note

• Please make sure to submit your application on or before the closing date.
• Only successful applicants will be called for interview.
• No monetary transactions, neither demands of favours in kind, nor other types of favouritism will be tolerated in the recruitment process.
• MSF reserves the right to refuse hiring of a candidate having benefitted from such acts. All illicit demands of these types may be pursued through the judicial system.

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