🇳🇬 Job Vacancies @ Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) – 11 Positions

Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) is an International Private non-governmental, non-profit, humanitarian organization created in 1971. We offer medical assistance to population in distress, victims of natural or man-made disasters and to victims of armed conflicts irrespective of race, religion, creed or political affiliation. Médecins Sans Frontières observes neutrality and impartiality in the name of universal medical ethics and the right to humanitarian assistance and demands full and unhindered freedom in the exercise of its functions. MSF works in over 70 countries globally and has been working continuously in Nigeria since 1996. Médecins Sans Frontières West and Central Africa -(MSF-WaCA) is currently operating in 5 countries of Africa. In Nigeria we are present in two states: Cross river (Southern part of the country) and Kano (Northern part of the country).

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Health Promoter IEC Officer (ATFC focus)
2.) Health Promoter IEC Officer (Noma Focus)
3.) Medical Data Processing Officer
4.) Human Resource Assistant
5.) Psychiatrist (x2)
6.) Finance Assistant
7.) Mental Health Supervisor
8.) Head of Mission Support
9.) Health Promoter Supervisor
10.) Laboratory Technician

Job Title: Health Promoter IEC Officer (ATFC focus)

Location: Sokoto
Job Type: Indefinite

Main Objective and Responsibilities of the Position

• Implement Health Promotion/IEC (Information, Education, and Communication) activities with patients and local population to raise their knowledge and skills on relevant medical topics.

Accountabilities

• Inform patients and communities about MSF and services it provides.
• According to medical priorities, deliver information to the patients and community on specific health topics.
• Implement activities of health education and awareness (sessions in schools, churches, community), under the indications and supervision of the HP Supervisor.
• Under the guide of HP Supervisor, assess the impact of activities (with questions, verifications and behaviours observations), and report problems, success and constraints to him/her.
• Collect all type of information related to specific health and living conditions of the population, in particular to identify the most vulnerable populations to target.
• Report to HP Supervisor: activities, problems met, strengths and constraints.
• Establish and maintain contacts with social partners, including other NGO’s, governmental health services that can provide answers to social problems.
• Keep education and communication areas clean and tidy and professional materials available.
• Participate in creation of any material needed for the activities of information, education and communication.

MSF Section/Context-Specific Accountabilities

• Plan and organize weekly sensitization and awareness campaigns/meetings/health education sessions on malnutrition with different target groups in collaboration with focal and key persons in the community and referral centres.
• Plan and organize weekly disease surveillance with focal persons and ensure early detection and referral of cases of severe acute malnutrition without complication to the ATFC centre. Support the referral of acute Noma patients in the community through FP to the hospital for treatment.
• Inform patients and communities about MSF and services it provides.
• Provide weekly mentorship to focal persons on health promotion activities with a strong emphasis on prevention of malnutrition in the community
• Participate in the development and translation of IEC materials targeting prevention of malnutrition in the community.

Data:

• Ensure strict adherence to the principles of data confidentiality when managing patients and caregivers information’s.
• Support data team to ensure PPN tracking sheet is done accurately on a weekly basis and used sachets of PPN are retrieved from the patients and caregivers and documented.
• Report daily activities /weekly to NAM outreach, and summit your narrative for the monthly medical report on the last day of the Epi month.
• Collect all type of information related to specific health and living conditions of the population, in particular to identify the most vulnerable populations to target.
• Promote MSF free medical services available cases of SAM , through focal and key persons in the community during health promotion activities
• Conduct periodic tracing of defaulter and patients that missed appointments in collaboration with the focal persons and ensure patients are back to medical care after proper counselling.
• Conduct MUAC screening at the communities to identify SAM cases and refer to the ATFC or ITFC accessible areas. Teach patients caregivers on how to conduct MUAC screening.
• Visit the community PHCs on a monthly basis, or as planned to discuss referral of SAM cases
• Be flexible to other task as may be assigned by the NAM outreach/HP supervisor
• Flexibility in undertaking assigned tasks, due to the changing nature of MSF operations

Requirements
To apply for this role applicants MUST meet the following criteria:

• Education: Degree / Diploma in Social Sciences (Sociology, Social Work), Health Promotion, Public or Environmental Health, Nursing Science, Community Health Worker
• Experience: Preferable two years previous experience in teaching, nursing or social work or community mobilization.
• Languages: Local language (Hausa) and mission language (English) essential.
• Knowledge: Computer literacy
• Competencies: Results, Teamwork, Flexibility, Commitment, Service and Stress Management

Application Closing Date
6th March, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
And
Submit their CV, Cover Letter, and necessary credentials only to: sokoto-jobs@oca.msf.org with “Health Promoter IEC Officer (ATFC)” as the subject of the email.

Note

• Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
• Lastly, only one online application form should be submitted as multiple submissions will not be considered.
• Only shortlisted candidates would be contacted.
• No Transportation and Allowance will be provided during the recruitment process.
• MSF is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity within the organization.

Job Title: Health Promoter IEC Officer (Noma Focus)

Location: Sokoto
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Type: Indefinite

Main Objective and Responsibilities of the Position

• Implement Health Promotion/IEC (Information, Education, and Communication) activities with patients and local population to raise their knowledge and skills on relevant medical topics.

Accountabilities

• Inform patients and communities about MSF and services it provides.
• According to medical priorities, deliver information to the patients and community on specific health topics.
• Implement activities of health education and awareness (sessions in schools, churches, community), under the indications and supervision of the HP Supervisor.
• Under the guide of HP Supervisor, assess the impact of activities (with questions, verifications and behaviours observations), and report problems, success and constraints to him/her.
• Collect all type of information related to specific health and living conditions of the population, in particular to identify the most vulnerable populations to target.
• Report to HP Supervisor: activities, problems met, strengths and constraints.
• Establish and maintain contacts with social partners, including other NGO’s, governmental health services that can provide answers to social problems.
• Keep education and communication areas clean and tidy and professional materials available.
• Participate in creation of any material needed for the activities of information, education and communication.

MSF Section / Context-Specific Accountabilities

• Plan and organize weekly sensitization and awareness campaigns/meetings/health education sessions on NOMA with different target groups in collaboration with focal and key persons in the community and in the Noma Children Hospital.
• Provide weekly mentorship to focal persons on health promotion activities with a strong emphasis on prevention of NOMA in the community.
• Participate in the development and translation of IEC materials targeting prevention of NOMA disease.
• Promote MSF free medical services available for NOMA patients through focal and key persons in the community during health promotion activities. Inform patients and communities about MSF and services it provides.
• Ensure a strict adherence to the principle of data confidentiality while managing patients and caregivers information’s.
• Conduct the tracing of patients who have defaulted, and those who missed appointments with focal persons and ensure patients are back to medical care after proper counselling. Share with medical data supervisor.
• Data: Ensure call register of patients community follow up are up-to-date.
• Report daily /weekly activities to the HP supervisor, including narrative for the monthly medical report.
• Plan and organize weekly disease surveillance with focal persons and ensure early detection and referral of NOMA cases to Hospital for treatment
• Conduct MUAC screening at the communities to identify SAM cases and refer to the ATFC or ITFC accessible areas. Report data of MUAC screening activities.
• Quarterly visitation to PHCs to discuss early referral of SAM cases and report to the HP supervisor
• In collaboration with your team, and focal persons, organize calling of Stage 5 Noma patients for the Noma surgical intervention every quarter of the year.
• Flexibility in undertaking assigned tasks, due to the changing nature of MSF operations

Requirements
To apply for this role applicants MUST meet the following criteria:

• Education: Degree / Diploma in Social Sciences (Sociology, Social Work), Health Promotion, Public or Environmental Health, nursing science, community health extension worker
• Experience: Preferable two years previous experience in teaching, nursing or social work or community mobilization.
• Languages: Local language (Hausa) and mission language (English) essential.

Knowledge:

• Computer literacy

Competence:

• Results, Teamwork, Flexibility, Commitment, Service and Stress Management.

Application Closing Date
6th March, 2024; 5:00 PM

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
And
Submit their CV, Cover Letter, and necessary credentials only to: sokoto-jobs@oca.msf.org using “Health Promoter IEC Officer (Noma)” as the subject of the email.

Note

• Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
• Lastly, only one online application form should be submitted as multiple submissions will not be considered.
• Only shortlisted candidates would be contacted.
• No Transportation and Allowance will be provided during the recruitment process.
• MSF is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity within the organization

Job Title: Finance Assistant

Location: Talata Mafara, Zamfara
Employment Type: Contract

Main Objective and Responsibilities

• Perform administrative and finance related tasks and follow up of project accountancy to support the Project HR/ FIN Manager following MSF standard and procedures, in order to ensure legal compliance and keep a strict control over monetary resources to achieve project objectives

Accountabilities

• Implementing cash management procedures in order to ensure the highest control and security, assisting the Project HR / FIN Manager in the prevision of monthly treasury and planning in order to ensure the coverage of daily needs, advances on salaries, payroll, etc.
• Processing the payment to suppliers and keep strict on all documentation involved, informing the administration Manager of any sort of disparity.
• Carrying out all accounting tasks and activities, classifying, preparing and filing of all accounting pieces in accounting software, in order to ensure strict control of all expenditures and the reliability of statements and documentation.
• Following up of all expiring rental contract dates and inform the Administration Manager in order to leave enough time to arrange a renewal or look for some other alternative.
• Making all administrative information available to the staff (posting, meetings, etc.), supporting the Project HR/ FIN Manager in translating documents into local language and assisting in meetings upon request.
• Any other administrative task delegated by the Project HR / FIN Manager.

MSF Section/Context Specific Accountabilities

• Process all Bank payments (Online, transfers) after receiving and reviewing the supporting documentation for compliance with the Finance policy, quality standards and the beneficiaries’ Banking details.
• Check the Bank balance frequently and ensure it is within the maximum and minimum stipulated by MSF. Flag to the Manager when the amounts are low so it can be followed up.
• Liaise with Coordination in terms of doing the paperwork necessary for any Bank transaction and follow up.
• Ensure that the monthly closing deadlines are respected, actively follow up and inform the Manager if deadlines are approaching in terms of the normal monthly financial procedures.
• Assisting the HR / FIN Manager in the prevision of monthly financial planning (MMRs) in order to ensure the coverage of daily project needs, advances on salaries, daily workers and also advising Coordination of anticipated costs for their financial planning. Ensure collaboration with departments’ Supervisors to facilitate accuracy of MMR.
• Ensuring respect of and strict compliance to MSF standards (Chart of accounts, quality of documents, Authorization table, expense validation procedures, cash security rules, etc.).
• Processing the payment to suppliers/third parties and keeping strict oversight on all documentation involved, informing the administration Manager of any sort of disparity. Report on any outstanding payments to ensure timely communication with affected individuals as necessary.
• Is responsible to ensure all receipts meet MSF requirements (deadlines, information, signatures).
• Checking individual entries and preparing the necessary originals documents for efficient justification and explanation of payments and receipts made.
• Prepare the hardcopies according to the month-end checklist and ensure proper filing of financial documentation. Review the projects’ bookkeeping to ensure that the supporting documentation complies with the Finance policy standards and ensure exception reports are completed as required.
• Update the food-kitty costs and charge out to International staff’s sub accounts on a monthly basis.
• Check for monthly Bank statement matching with the transactions and monthly Bank reconciliation as requirement and prepare as per MSF template
• Be adaptable in terms of taking on new tasks and adjusting to ad-hoc requesting
• Be friendly and welcome to all staff encourage having an open and safe environment in the office

Requirements (Qualifications / Experience / Knowledge)
To apply for this role applicants MUST meet the following criteria:

Educational Qualification:

• Finance, Accounting, Business or Administration related Diploma (Desirable)

Experience:

• Previous working experience of at least two years in relevant jobs (Essential)
• Experience in MSF or other NGOs in developing countries (Desirable)

Languages:

• Mission language and local language essential

Knowledge:

• Computer literacy (word, excel, internet) and strong in Unifield instance (Essential)

Competencies:

• Results and Quality Orientation, Teamwork and Cooperation, Behavioural Flexibility, Commitment to MSF Principles, Stress Management

Application Closing Date
4th March, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• Usage of google Chrome Browser is recommended.
• Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
• Lastly, only one online application form should be submitted as multiple submissions will not be considered.
• No Transportation and/or any allowance will be provided during the recruitment process.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. No face-to-face contact or phone contact will be considered.
• Any documents sent to MSF-OCA (CV, cover letter, copies of diploma, etc.) will not be returned by MSF-OCA.
• MSF is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity within the organization

Job Title: Human Resource Assistant

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

Main Objective and Responsibilities of the Position

• Execute administrative, HR and legal related tasks to support the Personnel Administration Manager following MSF standards and procedures, in order to ensure legal compliance and to realize the HR capacity required to achieve set objectives.

General Accountabilities

• Under supervision of the PAM managing personal files in order to ensure accuracy, compliance and on time payments.
• Updating the HR database and personal files to facilitate HR processes management.
• Updating Social security Tax office files in order to meet legal requirements including specific amendments when necessary in order to ensure local labor and fiscal law compliance
• Preparing employment contracts in conformity with legal requirements including specific amendments when necessary in order to ensure local labor and fiscal law compliance.
• Preparing monthly pay slips for all staff, editing and updating the necessary data, in order to ensure the punctuality and accuracy of staff payroll.
• Following up of all expiring National Staff definite contract dates and inform the Personnel Administration Manager in order to leave enough time to arrange a renewal or look for some other alternative
• Making all administrative information available to the staff (posting, meetings, etc.), supporting the Project HR Manager in translating documents into local language and assisting in meetings upon request.
• Additional HR/ Admin tasks delegated by the PAM.

MSF Section/Context Specific Accountabilities
Supervision and management of domestic staff (cooks, cleaners & Nanny) at Coordination (offices and houses):

• Manages leave of absences, ensures replacements.
• Prepares evaluations and follows up on performance.
• Management of household items and office supplies (including drinking water, coffee, tea) in liaison with Logistics department, arranging of expat food & meals (quantifies and quality), ensures cleaning material and household items are maintained at required levels.
• Ensures and monitors office and houses are clean (monitoring of laundry at expat houses is included)
• Reports maintenance needs to relevant department/people.

Archives:

• Responsible for personnel file archives
• Responsible for recruitment file archives

Recruitments:

• Support the recruitment process with posting and dissemination of vacancy announcements

Personnel Information and Contracts
Personnel Information:

• Maintenance of MSF Homere staff database;
• Maintenance of employee files (hard copies and electronic).
• Execute contract related activities (file opening and formal documentation archiving, personal data updating, amendments, termination dates, filing etc.) ensuring legal compliancy and MSF norms and standards.
• Printing of Staff Identification cards;
• Updates the NHF Passbooks for Staff in Coordination.
• Support to projects with respects to HOMERE and other administrative queries.

Contracts:

• Enter all new hires in Homere
• Prepare employment contracts
• Monitor end of contract dates, change of contracts, special payments, allowances
• Generate payslips

Requirements
Educational Qualification:

• Business Administration, Management, Finance or related degree is desirable.

Experience:

• Previous working experience of at least two years (Essential)
• Experience in MSF or other NGOs in developing countries (Desirable).

Languages:

• Very good command of English language is essential; Local language desirable

Knowledge:

• Computer literacy (word, excel, internet) is essential.

Competencies:

• Commitment to MSF Principles, Behavioural Flexibility, Stress Management, Results and Quality Orientation, Teamwork and Cooperation.

Compensation and Benefits
Medical Insurance:

• Ensure documentation is complete for subscription for medical insurance coverage;
• Follow up with Coordination and projects that documentation has been received for additions to medical insurance.
• Circulate beneficiary list of the insurance company to Coordination and projects to ensure lists are accurate and updated.
• Leaves (sick or annual)
• For coordination, verify supporting documentation is compliant and follow up where needed.
• Support onboarding of new staff during briefings (i.e.: social benefits)
• Flexibility in undertaking assigned tasks, due to the changing nature of MSF operations.

Application Closing Date
5th March, 2024; 5:00 PM

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
And
To complete your application, please email your Cover Letter, latest Curriculum Vitae (CV) and photocopies of only necessary credentials as one document with telephone contact details (daytime) to: nigeria-jobs@oca.msf.org using "HR Assist" as the subject of the email.

Note

• Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
• Lastly, only one online application form should be submitted as multiple submissions will not be considered.
• NO Transportation and/or allowance will be provided during the recruitment process.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.
• Any documents sent to MSF-OCA (CV, cover letter, copies of diploma, recommendations letters) will not be returned by MSF-OCA.
• MSF is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity within the organization

Job Title: Psychiatrist

Locations: Shinkafi & Zurmi - Zamfara
Level: 9
Contract Period: Six Months
Possibility of extension: Yes
Contract: 208 working hours per month

Main Purpose

• To collaborate with MSF medical staff on the integration of psychiatric treatment with healthcare services in order to insure the quality treatment of patients suffering from severe and common psychiatric disorders.

Job Description

• Ensure quality of treatment for patients suffering from severe and common psychiatric disorders with specific attention to the cultural context.
• Provide ongoing training and supervision to medical staff (doctors and nurses) on diagnosis and treatment of severe and common mental health disorders according to mhGAP and MSF protocol.
• Provide training and supervision to medical staff on diagnosis and management of epilepsy based on MSF protocols.
• Closely work with MHAM and PMR for analyzing and improving the setup of psychiatric care and psychiatric clinic.
• Participate as a member of the mental health team on clinical supervision and case discussions.
• Provide training and support on mental exam, diagnosis, and non-pharmacological management of mental disorders to psychologists and counselors, if required by MHAM.
• Ensure that MSF protocol and psychotropic medications from MSF standard drug list are available in the project.
• Work in collaboration with pharmacist and PMR to do the IMO for psychiatric cohort.
• Ensure that proper information on treatment and follow up are collected in order to monitor the provision of care, proper use of psychiatric files.
• Collect the information in the psychiatric database and send on monthly basis to Mental Health Advisor. With MHAM allocate someone who updates the psychiatric database in absence of psychiatrist.
• On monthly basis collaborate with MHAM to analyze the psychiatric cohort, challenges and suggest alternatives to overcome those challenges.
• Establish collaboration/communication with medical specialties in the project to achieve a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care. This includes other actors and pathway referral to other mental health facilities.
• Evaluate available psychiatric services local/regional/national, including possibilities for psychiatric hospitalization and the quality of these services, according to the needs and delegation of MHAM.

Requirements
Educational Qualification:

• Desirable Medical Doctor Degree, specialized training in psychiatry

Experience:

• Essential working experience as a psychiatrist
• Experience in training and supervision
• Previous experience in similar jobs in the field of humanitarian aid with MSF or other NGOs

Language

• English and Hausa

Knowledge:

• Capacity to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Remuneration
As per the MSF salary scale (National contract)

Application Closing Date
3rd March, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Or
Submit to MSF Spain Office at:
MSF-Spain Office,
Shinkafi, Behind Old Intercontinental Bank,
By Coppers Lodge, Shinkafi,
Zamfara State.
Or
MSF Office,
Zurmi General Hospital,
Zamfara State.

Note: MSF encourage women and people with disabilities to apply

Job Title: Finance Assistant

Location: Talata Mafara, Zamfara
Employment Type: Contract

Main Objective and Responsibilities

• Perform administrative and finance related tasks and follow up of project accountancy to support the Project HR/ FIN Manager following MSF standard and procedures, in order to ensure legal compliance and keep a strict control over monetary resources to achieve project objectives

Accountabilities

• Implementing cash management procedures in order to ensure the highest control and security, assisting the Project HR / FIN Manager in the prevision of monthly treasury and planning in order to ensure the coverage of daily needs, advances on salaries, payroll, etc.
• Processing the payment to suppliers and keep strict on all documentation involved, informing the administration Manager of any sort of disparity.
• Carrying out all accounting tasks and activities, classifying, preparing and filing of all accounting pieces in accounting software, in order to ensure strict control of all expenditures and the reliability of statements and documentation.
• Following up of all expiring rental contract dates and inform the Administration Manager in order to leave enough time to arrange a renewal or look for some other alternative.
• Making all administrative information available to the staff (posting, meetings, etc.), supporting the Project HR/ FIN Manager in translating documents into local language and assisting in meetings upon request.
• Any other administrative task delegated by the Project HR / FIN Manager.

MSF Section/Context Specific Accountabilities

• Process all Bank payments (Online, transfers) after receiving and reviewing the supporting documentation for compliance with the Finance policy, quality standards and the beneficiaries’ Banking details.
• Check the Bank balance frequently and ensure it is within the maximum and minimum stipulated by MSF. Flag to the Manager when the amounts are low so it can be followed up.
• Liaise with Coordination in terms of doing the paperwork necessary for any Bank transaction and follow up.
• Ensure that the monthly closing deadlines are respected, actively follow up and inform the Manager if deadlines are approaching in terms of the normal monthly financial procedures.
• Assisting the HR / FIN Manager in the prevision of monthly financial planning (MMRs) in order to ensure the coverage of daily project needs, advances on salaries, daily workers and also advising Coordination of anticipated costs for their financial planning. Ensure collaboration with departments’ Supervisors to facilitate accuracy of MMR.
• Ensuring respect of and strict compliance to MSF standards (Chart of accounts, quality of documents, Authorization table, expense validation procedures, cash security rules, etc.).
• Processing the payment to suppliers/third parties and keeping strict oversight on all documentation involved, informing the administration Manager of any sort of disparity. Report on any outstanding payments to ensure timely communication with affected individuals as necessary.
• Is responsible to ensure all receipts meet MSF requirements (deadlines, information, signatures).
• Checking individual entries and preparing the necessary originals documents for efficient justification and explanation of payments and receipts made.
• Prepare the hardcopies according to the month-end checklist and ensure proper filing of financial documentation. Review the projects’ bookkeeping to ensure that the supporting documentation complies with the Finance policy standards and ensure exception reports are completed as required.
• Update the food-kitty costs and charge out to International staff’s sub accounts on a monthly basis.
• Check for monthly Bank statement matching with the transactions and monthly Bank reconciliation as requirement and prepare as per MSF template
• Be adaptable in terms of taking on new tasks and adjusting to ad-hoc requesting
• Be friendly and welcome to all staff encourage having an open and safe environment in the office

Requirements (Qualifications / Experience / Knowledge)
To apply for this role applicants MUST meet the following criteria:

Educational Qualification:

• Finance, Accounting, Business or Administration related Diploma (Desirable)

Experience:

• Previous working experience of at least two years in relevant jobs (Essential)
• Experience in MSF or other NGOs in developing countries (Desirable)

Languages:

• Mission language and local language essential

Knowledge:

• Computer literacy (word, excel, internet) and strong in Unifield instance (Essential)

Competencies:

• Results and Quality Orientation, Teamwork and Cooperation, Behavioural Flexibility, Commitment to MSF Principles, Stress Management

Application Closing Date
4th March, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• Usage of google Chrome Browser is recommended.
• Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
• Lastly, only one online application form should be submitted as multiple submissions will not be considered.
• No Transportation and/or any allowance will be provided during the recruitment process.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. No face-to-face contact or phone contact will be considered.
• Any documents sent to MSF-OCA (CV, cover letter, copies of diploma, etc.) will not be returned by MSF-OCA.
• MSF is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity within the organization

Job Title: Mental Health Supervisor

Location: Talata Mafara Zamfara,
Employment Type: Contract
Job type: 9 Months Definite Contract (with the possibility of renewal)

Main Objective and Responsibilities

• Participate in the planning, supervision and coordination of mental health/psycho-social related services in the programme in accordance with MSF standards in order to provide the most appropriate mental health support for patients.

Accountabilities

• Participate in the planning, organization and coordination of Mental Health activities, in close collaboration with the Mental Health activity manager and other medical team members, in order to ensure an efficient and effective implementation of the resources needed while maintaining high levels of quality in Mental Health MSF programs and activities.
• Coordinates activities of counseling services with other relevant actors and liaises with the local counterparts (like MoH, WHO, ICRC and NGO) on mental health matters, including referral services.
• Supervise the daily mental health activities and patient support according to MSF protocols and standards in order to provide the most appropriate support for clients with psycho social needs
• Liaise with the other MSF team members of the project.
• Supervise, 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
• Oversee the administrative processes associated with psychosocial functioning.
• When needed, give psychological support to patients according to MSF protocols to improve mental health conditions of patients and enhance their functionality.
• Compile the data and statistic linked with MH activities and report to the MH activity manager
• Offer clinical counselling supervision to mental health counsellors in collaboration with the Mental Health Activity Manager.
• Ensure the patient’s related information is kept confidential

MSF Section/Context Specific Accountabilities:

• Actively participate in the development, organization, implementation, monitoring&evaluation and oversight of a fully comprehensive program of MHPSS services for Zamfara project beneficiaries.
• Provide on-going support and clinical supervision to counselors providing MHPSS services at ITFC TM and other vulnerable/ target population defined by MSF OCA Zamfara project).
• Promote the capacity building of MSF staff or other identified key actors by providing tailored trainings, workshops or awareness sessions focused on MHPSS. (Considering diverse topics like: PFA, MHPSS, basic counselling skills, communication skills, Impact of trauma, importance of the relationship betwenn mother and child and feeding, psychoestimulation)
• Work in close collaboration with the Mental Health Activity Manager and other medical team members in order to ensure efficient and effective implementation of the resources needed while maintaining high levels of quality in MSF Mental Health programs and activities
• Work in close collaboration with the Mental Health Activity Manager and other medical team members to set, monitor and report MHPSS strategy plan.
• Supervise the daily mental health activities provided by counsellor educators (individual and group counseling and psychosocial activities) and support according to MSF protocols and standards in order to provide the most appropriate support for to patients with MH and psychosocial needs.
• Liaise with the other MSF team members of the project by coordinating psychosocial support as part of ITFC and provision of care.
• Coordinate the case management protocols of patients and engage counsellors in the process.
• Conduct weekly meeting with staff and participate in medical team meetings and report MHPSS activities, challenges and successes, as appropriate.
• Assist the psychosocial team to consistently maintain a structured set of activities to enhance and speed the recovery of ITFC patients supported by MHPSS interventions.
• Demonstrate understanding psychosocial needs of beneficiaries throughout the treatment continuum.
• Complete a psychosocial assessment to identify strenghts and needs that will contrinute to a patient’s recovery and adjustment.
• Provide skills assessment and training to staff members and, if necessary, other medical staff in order to broaden the scope of mental health activities and interventions
• Work in close collaboration with NAM/MAM/MTL to ensure highest quality of wrap around care and programming.
• Assess and monitor evolving needs of beneficiaries to enhance existing programing and support to meet changing circumstances with NAM/MAM/MTL support.
• In addition to MSF humanitarian principles, MH Supervisor must be able to define, discuss and teach key ethical principles related to psychosocial practice in a medical setting (e.g. informed consent, confidentiality, benefit to the client, non-judgmental) and develop daily strategies to exhibit these principles in action in day-to-day activities.

Data Management and reporting:

• Monitor data collection and ensure timely, consistent and accurate compilation of monthly MMR and weekly HIS data and MMR (including the use of any other data collection form set by MAM, MTL).
• Develop and present evidence based proposal/s for improvement or change where there is deviation from international or MSF standards.
• Participate in continuing improvement of monitoring and evaluation initiatives
• Interpret data and trends to ensure optimal program delivery and counsellor effectiveness including modifying counseling/educational services and counsellor focus and responsibilities to address evolving changes
• Coordinate and follow through the MHPSS weekly schedule to ensure all objectives and recipient needs are met.
• Oversee MHPSS team data collection and completition of patient files/documentation and follow ups.

Team Cooperation:

• Maintain team work spirit, good communication and promote engaging and empowering working atmosphere.
• Work in close collaboration with all MSF team and the MoH staff (incentivized by MSF or not)
• Maintain respectful and collegial working relationship with MSF team and MoH staff
• Work closely with MHAM / MH Supervisors in other OCA Nigeria projects to develop best practices and share skills, expertise and experience to enhance cross project effectiveness

HR Management and team skills development:

• Support and implement continuing psychosocial and clinical education for designated staff (within and/or external to MSF as appropriate), in psychosocial care of broad range of recipients (Noma patients and caregivers, ITFC patients at Specialists Hospital and caregivers). This includes situation specific training in a variety of evidence based counseling orientations/disciplines, post training follow up and ongoing coaching.
• Demonstrate the ability to model, train, and monitor competencies needed to manage the psychosocial care for beneficiaries to include:
• Maintain teamwork and capacity building within the mental health staff and other staff within the project.
• Report any unethical behaviour within the team and take necessary follow-up action
• Complete onboarding, assessment/evaluation and/or performance improvement programs per MSF Nigeria Country specific guidelines and give feedback to staff
• Sets SMART goals/objectives and timely feedback and follow-up
• Liaise with MHAM/MTL and HR Manager to develop an induction program for all newly recruited staff and ensure follow up, especially following MSF First 90 day protocols.
• Cover duty for any MH staff absent/excused from duty
• Set annual objectives for the counselor educators and follow up with mid-term and end of the year evaluation. Submit to the HR after signatures.
• To perform their duties observing the MSF policies and in compliance with relevant SOPs of the department and immediately reporting to supervisor whenever compliance is or cannot be met.
• Ensures that all staff under their supervision perform their duties observing the MSF policies and in compliance with relevant SOPs of the department. Reports to manager immediately whenever compliance is not or cannot be met.

Requirements (Qualifications / Experience / Knowledge)
To apply for this role applicants MUST meet the following criteria:

• Educational Qualification: Master's Degree in Psychology, Counselling or related field essential.
• Experience: At least 2 year of psychosocial counselling experience with at least one of those years practicing under the supervision of a certified counsellors/psychologist.
• Language: Both written and oral competency in English and Hausa languages language essential.

Others:

• Basic computer knowledge and skills (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Demonstrated leadership/management experience
• Ability to work in a multicultural and multidisciplinary setting

Competencies:

• Results and Quality Orientation, Teamwork and Cooperation, Behavioural Flexibility,
• Commitment to MSF Principles, Stress Management.

Application Closing Date
4th March, 2024 by 4:00 PM

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
• Lastly, only one online application form should be submitted as multiple submissions will not be considered.
• NO Transportation and/or per diems will be provided during the recruitment procedure.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.
• Any documents sent to MSF-OCA (CV, cover letter, copies of diploma, recommendations letters) will not be returned by MSF-OCA.

Job Title: Head of Mission Support

Location: Abuja (FCT)

Accountabilities / Responsibilities

• Supporting the HoM in promoting and protecting the MSF image externally and assisting in context analysis, disseminating relevant context information to the coordination team, regularly informing them on key issues, updating general information on the context for MSF internal documents and advising on cultural appropriateness of organized activities and individual behaviors.
• Analyzing the risks and the security level of the context of the mission and assisting in conducting risk assessments and in the development, security plans for the mission and project. Advising the PC and HoM on aspects of security management.
• Establishing and maintaining external relationships with relevant authorities and stakeholders. Keeping good knowledge of counterparts in different administrations and departments and keeping up-to-date records of field contacts (other NGOs, UN agencies, local authorities, etc.) verifying that they are easily accessible, to facilitate contacts and meetings.
• At the request of the Head of Mission, assisting the HoM or representing MSF in meetings (NGOs, official bodies and administrations, etc.) and preparing full reports.
• Ensuring the follow-up of relevant administrative dossiers such as the MSF registration in the country, working permits, immigration policies, national protocols, etc.
• At the request of the HoM, preparing and conducting an information briefing, focusing on the country context for International Regional and Relocated Staff.
• Guide and facilitate the management of MSF information and essential records and documents by the mission team, following MSF policies and guidelines.
• Translating sensitive documents and acting as an interpreter when needed. Writing letters and correspondences with officials and partners and preparing reports, internal memos and formal requests. Monitoring the correspondence in the absence of the HoM.
• Assisting in the elaboration of the advocacy plan of the mission in collaboration with the PC, MedCo, and the Communications responsible and supporting its implementation and follow-up.
• In collaboration with the WaCA Asso Dynamic Manger, stimulates and develops the Association Dynamics by helping the MSF WaCA Association members to be linked with the Medico-Humanitarian Operations of MSF.

Required Skills and Competencies

• University Degree or similar level of education.
• Experience: Humanitarian aid preferably within MSF.
• A strong understanding of the workings of the different administrations of the country is required.
• Working in political, communications, security, and humanitarian contexts in the country.
• Languages: English and French.
• Knowledge: Computer proficiency in MS Word, excel, internet, etc.
• Networking and Negotiating skills are required, Good analytical and writing skills, and
• Excellent communication and diplomatic skills.
• Competencies: Security and context analytical thinking, Dynamic and able to cope with stress, people management and development, commitment to MSF, Behavioral flexibility, result and quality orientation, and Teamwork, and Cooperation.

Remuneration
According to the MSFW salary scale (Level 9) in Nigeria

Application Closing Date
4th March, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV, qualifications, and a cover letter with contact details to: recruitment-abuja@waca.msf.org using "HEAD OF MISSION SUPPORT - ABUJA" as the subject of the mail.
And
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Health Promoter Supervisor

Location: Cross River
Employment Type: Contract

Accountabilities / Responsibilities (Non-exhaustive list)
HPCE strategy, activities and monitoring:

• Actively contribute to the design/adaptation of the HPCE strategy / workplan.
• Lead and follow up on the implementation of the HPCE strategy / workplan, according to the chronogram.
• Support participatory approaches and regular patient/community consultations before and during implementation of the HPCE strategy.
• Organizing health awareness sessions for MSF's medical and non-medical staff
• Support in the design of health education materials and participatory methods, applying the right process (pretesting, validation of content, translation).
• Contribute to rapid assessments and surveys.
• Actively support in the systematic collection, encoding and reporting of community feedback and rumours.
• Support the implementation of community-based surveillance (data collection, active case finding, tracing, linkage to care.
• Responsible for the planning and organization of community meetings (in collaboration with HPCE Manager).
• Contribute to the community mapping.
• Monitoring: Ensure the availability of the data collection tools; the data encoding in the data base and the quality check.
• Monitoring: Contribute to the analysis of the monitoring data and look for adjustment (in collaboration with HPCE manager), monthly reporting (MMR, sitrep).

Team management:

• Contribute to evaluation of the HP team (with the HPCE manager).
• Contribute to the development plan for the HP team.
• Training: Contribute to the needs assessment, design and implementation of training for the HP team, in collaboration with the HPCE manager.
• Organize regular and systematic supervision of the HP activities and provide on the job-coaching.
• Ensure the planning and practical organization of the activities for the HP team (HP roaster).
• Ensure the organization of regular HP team meetings.
• Participate in the community meeting in Eku ward
• Support the implementation of community surveillance (data collection, active case finding, tracing, liaison with care).
• Responsible for planning and organising community meetings in Eku ward (in collaboration with the HPCE manager and PMR).
• In close collaboration with the HPCE Manager and PMR: identify indicators to monitor health promotion activities, results and achievements and use concrete tools to measure and monitor these activities
• Contribute to community mapping in Eku ward.
• Plan the activities of the health educators under his supervision
• Report all community incidents to the PMR/CP

Required Skills and Conditions
Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences, Social Work, Behavioural Sciences, Public Health, Community Health, Nursing (Desirable).
• Secondary school diploma (Essential).

Experience:

• At least 2 years’ experience in: Health promotion, Team management experience, Program implementation Experience qualitative methodology is highly desirable.
• Motorbike driving license.

Languages:

• Mission language and local language essential

Computer Literacy:

• Basic competencies in word and excel are essential, internet.

Competencies and Qualities:

• Results and Quality Orientation
• Team management skills
• Training skills
• Organizational skills
• Stress Management
• Negotiation skills at community level
• Autonomous and initiative taking
• Strong IT skills (excel word)
• Reporting skills
• Skills in participatory approaches
• Strategic / analytical skills are desirable
• Able to cope with hard to reach situations
• Able to drive a motorbike for the supervision purposes in the field

Remuneration
According to the MSF salary scale (Level 7) plus 13th month allowance equivalent to 1 month of gross salary.

Application Closing Date
1st March, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
And
Send the mandatory Application documents to : recruitment-crossriver@waca.msf.org using "Health Promoter Supervisor - Cross River" as the subject of the email
Or
Send in an A4 sized envelope with subject "Health Promoter Supervisor" at MSF boxes located at:
No 2 Ebri Eteng Close,
State Housing Calabar,
Cross River State Or at Akor Health Center and Old Ndebeji Health Center

Application Documents

• Updated CV
• Copies of all certificates and diplomas
• Work Certificates
• Cover Letter
• Valid ID card (NIN or Driver’s licence or Voter’s card or International Passport)
• Computer certifications and any other important documents.

Job Title: Laboratory Technician

Location: Gummi, Zamfara
Employment Type: Contract
Job Type: 6 Months Definite contract (6 months with the Possibility of Extension)

Main Objective and Responsibility of the Position

• Perform clinical laboratory activities according to MSF protocols, security and hygiene measures in order to obtain results to determine the patient’s treatment.

Accountabilities

• According to medical prescription, preparing and performing clinical exams/tests with appropriate techniques and following MSF protocols and procedures. This function includes, among others:
• Centrifuging blood and urine samples.
• Performing laboratory exams (serology, hematology, biochemistry, bacteriology, or parasitological, according to the context of the mission).
• Ensuring proper reporting and registration of the sample results to keep a written track of activity and give information to the relevant persons, ensuring confidentiality.
• Taking care, managing, and organizing efficiently the laboratory material/equipment:
• Perform cleaning and minor maintenance for biomedical equipment used. Following the user manual and protocols and alerting the supervisor in case of malfunctioning
• Applying hygiene and safety protocols, doing daily cleaning /maintenance, sterilization, and washing general glassware after procedures.
• Ensuring proper sample waste disposal following MSF protocols and highest safety standards.
• Supplying orders, doing stock, storage conditions follow-up, keep inventory.
• Keeping organized the data collection system of laboratory results and all information generated from the analysis done.
• Reporting all relevant information linked to the activity in the laboratory to the line manager, especially the loss/robbery/damage of laboratory equipment or medicines.
• Performing minor maintenance and cleaning of the biomedical equipment following the user manual and protocols. Alerting the supervisor in case of malfunctioning of any device.

MSF Section / Context-Specific Accountabilities

• Collecting and Organizing samples for referrals according to protocols, and keeping documentation of referred samples.
• Ensuring the availability of blood in the bank, keeping track of blood in the bank, and ensuring proper maintenance of the blood bank.
• Ensuring proper screening of blood for transfusion and compatibility testing before blood delivery to the ward.
• Ensuring that quality controls are done; both IQC and EQC, understanding and interpreting the result.
• Performing daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance of laboratory equipment, reporting challenges to the laboratory supervisor and Biomed when encountered.
• Supporting, in the absence of the laboratory supervisor, in data collection for monthly report

Requirements (Qualifications / Experience / Knowledge)
To apply for this role applicants MUST meet the following criteria:

• Education: Essential - Laboratory Technician diploma.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years working experience essential.
• Desirable experience in MSF or other NGOs in developing countries
• Languages: Mission language and local language essential
• Knowledge: Essential computer literacy (word, excel, internet) and strong in Unifield instance
• Competencies: Results and Quality Orientation, Teamwork and Cooperation, Behavioural Flexibility, Commitment to MSF Principles, Stress Management

Application Closing Date
28th February, 2024 (5:00 pm).

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Cover Letter, latest Curriculum Vitae (CV), and photocopies of only necessary credentials as one document with telephone contact details (daytime) to: gummi-jobs@oca.msf.org using "LABORATORY TECHNICIAN" as the subject of the mail.

Notes

• NO Transportation and/or per diems will be provided during the recruitment procedure
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. No face-to-face contact or phone contact will be considered.
• Any documents sent to MSF-OCA (CV, cover letter, copies of diploma, recommendations letters) will not be returned by MSF-OCA.
• MSF is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity within the organization