🇳🇬 Job Vacancies @ Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) – 13 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.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Pharmacy Supervisor
2.) Nurse (Referral)
3.) Mission Supply Chain Manager
4.) Deputy Medical Coordinator
5.) Energy Specialist
6.) Anaesthetist Nurse
7.) Surgeon (x2)
8.) Pharmacy Supervisor
9.) Warehouse Supervisor
10.) Admin, Transit
11.) Deputy Project Coordinator
12.) Personnel Administration Manager

Job Title: Pharmacy Supervisor

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

Main Objective and Responsibility of the Position

• Ensuring general functioning of the pharmacy and supervising pharmacy supply chain processes in accordance with MSF standards, protocols and procedures, in order to ensure its efficiency and operating availability.

Accountabilities

• Ensuring storage, stock management and supply processes, as well as hygiene and security procedures, tools, and protocols (controlling pests and rodents), implementing appropriate quality controls and records, in order to ensure good storage conditions (temperatures, humidity and light exposure) and availability of drugs and medical material, according to MSF protocols, national regulations and in cooperation with the logistics department.
• Coordinating the delivery, reception and recording of international and local orders, in close coordination with the logistics department, updating stock files and informing line managers on their status (shortfalls, over-stocking, expiry dates), in order to permanently ensure security stock levels and ensure efficient management of stock.
• Supervising orders of medical and drug material in order to ensure an efficient and appropriate consumption pattern under budget constraints.
• Supervising the supply of drugs to patients, according to medical prescriptions, informing them on consumption patterns and keeping conditions in order to ensure their therapeutic progression.
• Ensuring efficient supply to other pharmacies managed/supported by MSF according to orders and stocks, and using cold chain when needed. Monitoring and analyzing orders of depending pharmacies in order to avoid ruptures of stock or having expired drugs.
• Supervising, with the HR department, the associated processes (sizing, staff shifts, recruitment, training, performance evaluation, development and internal/external communication) of the pharmaceutical team and the nursing staff, in order to ensure both the sizing and the amount of knowledge required and to improve their dispensing capabilities.
• Recording all items received and issued in computer (MSR) and reporting on drug consumptions and medical equipment dispensed according to protocols, informing on unusual patterns as well as forecasting future needs, in order to rationalize the budget and to ensure availability.
• Assisting in training of nursing staff regarding dispensing of drugs and their side effects.

MSF Section / Context-specific Accountabilities
Supervision and Training:

• Conduct the annual registration of the project warehouse with the Pharmaceutical Council of Nigeria as Superintendent Pharmacist
• Oversee rational drug use, and adherence to MSF treatment guidelines and alert the MTL on unusual consumption patterns.
• Participate in forecasting and ordering of project medical needs and monthly TSR Analysis and follow up on action points. Do a monthly analysis of consumption tools and MSR.
• Provide training on stock management for the medical team, especially weekly tracking of consumption
• Provide technical support to the project supply team and advise on medicine storage, distribution, transport, and disposal.
• Be the focal person for MSF relations with pharmaceutical regulatory bodies at the state level and report to the Mission Pharmacist.

Medical Supply management & Reporting:

• Ensure good distribution practices, good storage and dispensing practices in the project, and ensure quality supervision of consumption tracking and reporting.
• Directly oversee and report on the storage, use, and dispensing of controlled drugs and narcotics used in the project.
• Prepare monthly medical stock reports, consumption analysis, and report to MTL
• Coordinate medical orders and supplies to the clinic sites through pharmacy storekeeper, and ensure timely tracking of consumption of all intervention supplies and report to the MTL.
• Participate as a medical focal person in the quarterly stock count at the medical warehouse.
• Ensure the implementation of upto date tools (Tally Sheets, Consumption tools) and ensuring they are supplied and used in a standard format.

Human Resource Management:

• Carry out periodic evaluation for project pharmacy storekeeper.
• Participate in project meetings and other flexible task as assigned by the MTL.
• 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

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

• Education: Essential: Degree of Pharmacy.
• Experience: At least 1 year of certified work experience as a pharmacy manager, Desirable: Experience working with NGO
• Languages: Mission language and local language essential
• Knowledge: Essential computer literacy (word, excel and internet)

Competencies:

• Results and Quality Orientation
• Teamwork and Cooperation
• Behavioural Flexibility
• Commitment to MSF Principles
• Stress Management L3

Salary
N388,517 monthly

Application Closing Date
7th February, 2023 (05:00 pm).

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
And
Submit their Cover Letter, latest Curriculum Vitae (CV) and photocopies of only necessary Credentials with telephone contact details (daytime) to: benue-jobs@oca.msf.org using "PHARMACY SUPERVISOR" as the subject of the mail.

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 short-listed candidates will be contacted.
• NO Transportation and/or any allowance will be provided during the recruitment process.
• MSF is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity within the organization.

Job Title: Nurse (Referral)

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

Main Objective and Responsibility of the Position

• Provide nursing care, treatment and follow-up of patients, according to doctors’ prescriptions, protocols applied in service and universal hygiene standards/precautions, in order to ensure the quality and continuity of care for the targeted population.

Accountabilities

• Know, promote, implement and follow at all times the universal hygiene standards/ precautions, bio-hazard prevention and infection control, security rules and other protocols and procedures in the medical premises and ensure high standards of hygiene of his/her working environment .
• Organize and carry out care and treatments according to medical prescriptions, as well as assist them during consultations/ daily rounds and other medical procedures.
• Ensure patients are properly received and installed in the health service. Ensures that patients with lack of autonomy are assisted, especially regarding their feeding, personal hygiene, movements and comfort.
• Respect medical secret and confidentiality
• Carry-out admission, surveillance and follow-up of patients meaning assessment of their health state evolution, and identification of emergency situation or any deterioration,
• Participate in health education of the patient (and family) when necessary
• Supervise and train nurse-aids, nutritional assistants, cleaners and other related staff under his/her supervision in their work with special focus in following all appropriate protocols and procedures and ensuring team work
• Participate in the department-related pharmacy and medical equipment control and maintenance (carrying out inventories, carrying out stock takes of medicines and material at every team changeover, ensuring no material is taken out of nursing area/wards without prior authorization, checking its quality and its functioning, storage conditions, doing follow-up of expired drugs, etc.).
• Carryout and supervise administrative procedures and documents (fill in patients files, forms, consumptions, statistics, etc.), ensure an appropriate written/oral handover, and report any problematic situations and cases that may arise. Fill in all necessary registers and health files, participate in data collection and keep doctors/supervisors informed.
• For ER and OPD nurse, ensure triage of patients in waiting areas, wards or during emergencies, detecting the priority acute/emergency cases, carrying out first aid care when necessary and referring them to the doctor.
• If applicable, identify Sexually Gender Based Violence victims and refer them to the medical team, so they can receive the necessary treatment.
• Knows and is aware of the importance and appropriate use of the Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) Kit
• Sends material to be sterilized and recuperates it from sterilization.

MSF Section/Context-specific Accountabilities

• This position requires flexibility as additional tasks maybe assigned depending on needs e.g. referal nurse can be assigned to work in the MSF clinic if there are no patients for referal.

Specific Tasks

• Monitors the evolution of hospitalized patients, through daily visits while ensuring that referral hospitals staffs perform consultations, examinations and prescribing the necessary treatment.
• In collaboration with the hospital doctors and MSF MAM, decide on discharge or transfer to other departments of hospitalized patients.
• Provide daily reports verbally, email or by phone to the MAM/MTL on the number and status of patients admitted in the referral facilities.
• Ensure that family members of hospitalized patients receive regular update on the patients’ progress.
• Refer all critically ill patients and those with complications to the medical doctor while in the MSF clinics.
• In collaboration with the MSF doctor, write a referral form and chaperone refered patients to the referal hospital
• Provide first aid and stabilization of refered patients prior to and during tranportation to the referal facility following MSF treatment guidelines
• Closely monitor reproductive health care referal needs and establish efficient referral pathways for ANC/PNC women for deliveries, specialist consultation, PMTCT, ART etc.
• Ensure confidentiality and respect for patients’ diagnosis, treatment and follow up information
• Perform and record MUAC screening for children between 6 – 59 months of age as a surveillance tool for malnutrition.
• Ensure updated vaccination status for hospitalised children according to national EPI schedule
• Participate in the collection and analysis of medical data and ensure proper recording of patients care. Take record of all referral cases including outcome of treatment and update MAM reguarly including compilation of MMR on referral cases.
• Participate in the analysis of patient bills according to investigations and medications listed on the patient’s discharge sheet as per hospital standard price list. Any discrepancy will be reported to the management of the hospital for rectification
• Ensure respect of universal precaution and implementation of infection control measures .
• Inform the line manager about any problems or unusual situations. Perform any other medical procedures/duties whenever required
• 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.

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

• Education Essential recognized nurse degree / diploma
• Current and valid registration with the Nursing Council in Nigeria
• Experience Desirable 2 years of previous work experience and previous experience in other NGO’s.
• Languages English language essential (spoken and written). Local language: Tiv, or Idoma desirable.
• Competences Commitment to MSF Principles, Stress Management, Results and Quality Orientation, Teamwork and Cooperation, Behavioral Flexibility.

Salary
N269,000 / month.

Application Closing Date
3rd February, 2023 (05:00 pm).

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should their CV, Cover Letter and photocopies of only necessary credentials with telephone contact details (daytime) to: benue-jobs@oca.msf.org using "NURSE (REFERRAL)" as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Only one applications submitted via email will be accepted as multiple applications would be disregarded.
• This job description may be amended in line with the activities or evolution of the Mission.
• The deadline for the position is 3rd February 2023 (5:00 PM)
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
• NO Transportation and/or any allowance will be provided during the recruitment process.
• MSF is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity within the organization

Job Title: Mission Supply Chain Manager

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

Main Objective and Responsibility of the Position

• Defining supply strategies and coordinating the implementation of an efficient mission supply chain according to MSF protocols and standards in order to ensure the optimal functioning of the mission.

Accountabilities

• Proposing a supply strategy for the mission or the revision thereof, to the coordination team for validation, according to the mission’s context and the operational needs
• In line with MSF’s protocols, policies, standards and guidelines, ensuring the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the validated mission supply strategy under the Supply Chain or Logistics Coordinator’s responsibility
• Defining and ensuring the implementation of the overall supply procedures, of an efficient supply administration and providing adapted tools to support the different supply activities. Guaranteeing the standardization of warehouse management focusing on medical stocks and the interactions with the distribution points
• Acting as a permanent auditor of the supply chain: as such, monitoring the different supply processes as well as the use of the tools and the accurate execution of the supply procedures, proposing adjustments where needed. Ensuring the stability of supply activities within regular and emergency intervention of the concerned projects
• Evaluating the HR set-up related to supply (team sizes, JD, organigrams, division of tasks and responsibilities) and managing the different supply teams in the mission (Coordination + Project) and participating in the selection, the follow-up (training-coaching) and evaluation of the staff under his supervision
• Offering a permanent technical support to the supply teams as well as to all other departments in the mission (Fin, Med,)
• Managing field visits on regular basis to offer a permanent support to the direct and indirect supply stakeholders
• Validating the use of the supply related third parties (suppliers, transport companies, freight forwarders, etc.) proposed by the procurement officers, transport manager together with the technical referents when needed

MSF Section / Context Specific Accountabilities

• Establish a good flow of information with the medical department;
• Communicate regularly and clearly with projects and capital on the status of their requests. Advise the projects on lead-time of specific items, and provide the pipeline of back orders monthly;
• Provide information relevant to requests to the LogCo Supply for logistic items and Mission Pharmacist for medical orders in determining if they can be fulfilled from stock, local purchase or international order;
• Ensure the respect of financial authorization table and approval;
• Responsible for follow-up of local and international purchase (Purchase list and Purchase order) and communicating with all suppliers including Amsterdam procurement Unit;
• In consultation with LogCo Supply and in cooperation with local purchaser update the local suppliers list and their price lists in regular intervals;
• Responsible to approach suppliers, negotiate, and prepare purchase contracts. Every 3 to 6 months compile tenders, renegotiate contracts and supervise that process is properly followed;
• Communicate with local and international suppliers for status of purchase orders, claims and/or complaints;
• Assess the local transport market and monitor prices of transporters at least once a year;
• Communicate with projects to set the priority of project cargos;
• Analyze the database of standard items and compare it periodically with items regularly ordered by the mission. Notes the items regularly purchased, and create of local codes in collaboration with the LogCo Supply;
• Contribute to the monthly logistic report. Supervise, track and ensure accuracy of monthly supply reporting done by projects and analyzes monthly supply reports such as Monthly Stock Report (MSR), Total Stock Review (TSR), Stock Monitoring Sheets (SMS) etc.
• Keep track of all loans and donations certificates and status;
• Good communications skills and ability to support projects remotely by radio, email and telephone, as well as in person on field visits.

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

Education:

• Essential: Degree and specialization in Logistics / Supply Chain.

Experience:

• Essential in supply chain management (minimum 2 years) and in organization of supply administration and procedures.
• Desirable proven understanding of MSF Field Logistics (general knowledge of MSF equipments and kits in accordance to the nature of the project).

Languages:

• English essential; Local language desirable.

Knowledge

• Essential computer literacy (Word, Excel & Internet)

Competencies

• People Management & Development, Results and Quality Orientation, Teamwork and Cooperation, Behavioral Flexibility and Commitment to MSF Principles.

Salary
N592,535 monthly (Gross)

Application Closing Date
7th February, 2023 (5:00pm).

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
And
Submit their CV, Cover Letter, latest Curriculum Vitae (CV) and photocopies of only necessary Credentials with telephone contact details (daytime) to: nigeria-jobs@oca.msf.org using "SC MANAGER" as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Only one application should be submitted as multiple applications will not be considered.
• 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 NO per diems will be provided during the recruitment process.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.
• MSF is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity within the organization

Job Title: Deputy Medical Coordinator

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

Main Objective and Responsibility of the Position

• Improve external relations and collaboration with key stakeholders at different levels of government, UN clusters and other Non-governmental organisations in order to advance MSF OCA health priority issues in Nigeria.
• This will be achieved through analysis, reflection, positioning, and advocacy on identified health issues.

MSF Section/Context Specific Accountabilities

• This is an new position in the Medical Coordination office and will subsequently exist besides the MedCo (overall responsible, first responder to some projects, intersectional and external collaboration), operational Deputy MedCo (who is responsible for some projects), MedCo Support (who is responsible for staff health, Monthly Medical Report and other delegated tasks) and this new position of Deputy MedCo responsible for advocacy around OCA’s medical priorities in Nigeria.
• This position will work in close collaboration with the medical teams in both coordination and projects, as well as the Humanitarian Affairs Coordinator (HAC) in Abuja, the Head of Mission and Operational Deputy Head of Mission and the intersectional Country Representative.
• Since it is a new position, the tasks and accountabilities might change as the position and department progresses. We expect flexibility, pro-activeness, a teamwork attitude, but also the ability to work independently on long-term dossiers.

Specific Tasks

• Follows discussions and developments on key medical and public health dossiers and supports the mission’s advocacy efforts on these (in close coordination with the HAC), i.e.
• Access to free routine EPI and coverage of malaria prevention, with a first priority on SMC
• In collaboration with NERU enhance the understanding of the SORMAS NCDC surveillance as well as the MOH outbreak preparedness
• Relevant medical guidelines, including national SGBV guidelines (tbc)
• Nutrition protocols & policies by state and federal MoH
• Noma dossier at national level (in close coordination with Sokoto project).
• Understand the health expenditure in general but with focus on the states with OCA presence
• Antibiotic Resistance (AMR)
• Represents/ participates on behalf of OCA in relevant technical and coordination meetings with Nigerian health authorities.
• Supports the mission in its ambition to enhance information sharing with and advocacy towards local, state and federal authorities. Ensures engagement with health authorities at different levels is well coordinated.
• Works in close coordination on the medical dossiers with the other OCs and CR.
• In close collaboration with HAC, supports updating of (intersectional) advocacy strategies on medical dossiers.
• In close collaboration with HAC, maintains strong working relationship and identifies opportunities for engagement/collaboration with key non-governmental public health stakeholders such UNICEF, UNCHR, WHO, PMI etc. on identified public health issues

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

Education:

• Essential Degree in Medicine or other Paramedical studies. Training in tropical medicine or Public Health will be an asset

Experience:

• Essential 2 years’ experience in relevant jobs, in MSF or other NGOs in Nigeria. Person needs to understand the Nigerian health system in detail and needs to know how to navigate in different government bodies.
• S/he needs to have a network at the Ministry of Health, preferably at both northern States and at Federal level

Languages:

• English language essential

Knowledge:

• Essential computer literacy (Word, Excel & Internet)

Competencies:

• Strategic Vision, Leadership, People management & Development, Service Orientation, Team work and Cooperation

Gross Salary
N880,340 / month.

Application Closing Date
7th February, 2023 (Deadline is 5:00pm).

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
And
Submit their CV, Cover Letter, latest Curriculum Vitae (CV) and photocopies of only necessary credentials with telephone contact details (daytime) to: nigeria-jobs@oca.msf.org using "DEP MEDCO" as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Only one application should be submitted as multiple applications will not be considered.
• Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
• Lastly, only one online application form should be submitted as multiple submissions will not be considered.
• This job description may be amended in line with the activities or evolution of the Mission.
• NO Transportation and NO per diems will be provided during the recruitment process.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Job Title: Energy Specialist 

Job Code: LS02606
Location: Abuja with frequent visits (70%) to field offices in Zamfara
Level: 8
Contract Period: 6 months (With possibility of extension)
Vacancy Start Date: 23rd Jan 2023
Contract: 208 working hours per month

Main Purpose

• Carry out the assessments and ensure the implementation, day-to-day management, and control of the technical part of projects in the energy (and HVAC if relevant) domain in accordance with MSF protocols, standards, and procedures in order to ensure optimal functioning of the project, infrastructures and efficient use of systems and equipment.

Job Description

• In collaboration with managers, provide support and guidance to the field staff in order to ensure that all electrical (and HVAC if relevant) installations comply with MSF standards, protocols, and procedures, and the preventive and corrective maintenance is done accordingly.
• Carry out evaluations and detailed study of the project to present hierarchical superiors with different possible solutions to difficulties encountered in this area of specialization; namely the installation, construction, and commissioning of electrical (and HVAC if relevant) installations.
• Conduct a feasibility study and pre-design of a solar photovoltaic system application (< =10kWp), including its implementation.
• Assist with training of project technicians to make them autonomous for preventive maintenance, basic troubleshooting, and jobs.
• Guide and support the field teams in defining and implementing preventive and corrective maintenance procedures
• Raises awareness on energy use for all staff and advice on strategies to improve energy efficiency on site.
• Provide training for technicians on the appropriate use and maintenance of existing and new installations.
• Act as an itinerant support of the mission implementing proposed solutions when needed and providing managers with duly documented technical advice.
• If necessary, define procedures and/or protocols for proper functioning of electrical (and HVAC if relevant) installations in the field.
• The Spanish Section of Médecins Sans Frontières is currently recruiting:
• Performs regular inspections of the interventions and condition of the electrical (and HVAC if relevant) installations.
• Participates in the evaluation of local actors and certify quality of services and supplies.
• Ensure that all designs, operating and maintenance documentation is up to date (report, asset management tool, diagrams, and layouts, consumption reports, power assessments, cooling and heating need assessments)
• Identify, define, and implement solutions and strategies that reduce the environmental footprint of the electrical installations (and HVAC if relevant) in the mission/projects
• Ensure that the right equipment and electrical tools are in place and correctly used.

Requirements

Education:

• Essential: Tertiary Education in Electrical, Energy or mechanical Field
  Experience.

Experience:

• Essential: previous working experience of at least 2-4 years within this specialized area.
• Essential: experience working with NGOs or Energy/Power establishments

Language:

• Mission language essential, knowledge of local language, an asset.

Knowledge:

• Advanced knowledge of electrical wiring and equipment
• Advanced knowledge of PV equipment and installation
• Ability to read building plans and electrical diagrams
• Ability to produce electrical diagrams
• Strong troubleshooting skills and attention to detail
• Computer literacy – MS Office software, Internet, and Autocad knowledge is desirable.

Gross Monthly Salary
According to MSF National Salary Scale.

Application Closing Date
5th February 2023.

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

Note: MSF Encourages Women and People with Disabilities to Apply.

Job Title: Anaesthetist Nurse

Job Code: MS02500
Location: Zamfara
Level: 7
Contract Period: 6 months (With possibility of extension)
Contract: 208 working hours per month

Main Purpose

• Performing all anaesthetic medical activities according to MSF policies, protocols and universal hygiene standards, in order to ensure the quality of treatment, during and post-operative care of patients.

Job Description

• Performing consultations to patients due for surgery, evaluating of the risks of operating (in collaboration with the surgeon), obtaining patient’s written authorization for their operation, providing patients with appropriate information on their illness and treatments, and deciding on what type of anaesthetics to be used.
• According to set procedures, carrying out all nursing anaesthetics related activities during surgery in order to collaborate in patient's adequate anaesthetized state and safety during the process.
• Providing post-operative care, including immediate post-operative surveillance in the recovery room and special patients present in the intensive care unit, in order to adapt the prescriptions, with special focus on patient's pain relief, during the stabilization and recovery process.
• Ensuring that all staff using medical devices are qualified and trained. Ensuring cleaning and minor maintenance tasks are performed according to the protocols. Reporting any malfunction to the project biomedical service.
• Carrying out all pharmacy related activities (stock control, station's re-stocking, inventories, expired drugs, etc.) and other equipment of anaesthetic ward, doing special follow-up of narcotics and sedatives (register, consumptions, empty phials, etc.).
• In collaboration with the Surgeon Doctor, carrying out quantitative surgical-anaesthesia data collection, drawing up and sending out reports for the monthly follow up of peri-surgical mortality and for the quality of anaesthesia/pain management and informing the direct supervisor immediately in the event of medical error.
• Carry out aneathetic assessment and evaluations prior to surgical procedures to evaluate the surgical risks and confirm status before administration of anesthesia.
• In collaboration with the surgeon, OT team members and other medical staffs, carry out post-operative clinical care and ward rounds to ensure compliance with MSF protocols and rational use of medicines.
• Ensure informed consent is received before procedures and in case of disease complexities patients shoud be informed of the risks.
• Work in collaboration with the MOH anesthetic technician, support and conduct formal and on-the-job trainings to build capacity on identified gaps.
• Review monthly data and analyze clinical trends and comment on adverse events / poor clinical outcome.
• In collaboration with the activity managers, carry on theoretical and bedside training according to the gaps identified by managers particularly on resuscitation procedures, post-operative care etc.

Requirements
Educational Qualification:

• Desirable: Diploma in Nursing with specialization as Anaesthetics Nurse

Experience:

• Essential: Must have 1-2 years experience as Anaesthetist Nurse
• Essential: Experience with MSF or other International NGOs in Developing countries, experience working in an international environment.

Knowledge:

• Essential: Computer literacy (Word, Excel and Internet)

Language:

• Mission language essential.

Gross Monthly Salary
According to MSF National Salary Scale

Application Closing Date
6th Februay, 2023.

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

Note: MSF Encourages Women and People with Disabilities to Apply

Job Title: Surgeon

Job Code: MD01505
Locations: Shinkafi & Zurmi,  Zamfara
Contract: 208 working hours per month
Vacancy Start Date: 23rd January 2023
Contract Period: 6 months (With possibility of extension)

Main Purpose

• Organize and carry out surgery activities, ensure pre and post-operative surgical care, in accordance with MSF policies, protocols and universal hygiene standards and in close collaboration with medical staff in the emergency, intensive wards and operation theatre in order to improve patients’ health conditions

Job Description

• Coordinates the implementation of MSF clinical policies, tools, guidelines and protocols (antibiotic prophylaxis, post-operative pain management, thrombo-prophylaxis, caesarean section, blood transfusion, etc) and recommendations (standard hygiene and sterilization rules, prevention to HIV, TB, Syphilis and Hep B exposure) in order to minimize clinical risks.
• Undertake pre-operative consultations, evaluating the surgical risks with the anaesthetist and/or other medical staff involved, and obtaining the patient’s signed consent to operate.
• Carry out emergency surgical intervention following MSF protocols and policies including swab counts, ensuring appropriate use of surgical equipment and proper OT registry entry/documentation of all OT intervention.
• Carry out post-operative clinical care and ward rounds collaborating with the anesthetist, the Operating Theatre Nurse and ward staff or other Unit Managers to ensure compliance with MSF protocols and rational use of medicines. Attend emergency room when required.
• In collaboration with the anaesthetist, carry-out the collection and analysis of quantitative surgical- anaesthesia data, using post-operative observation sheets, routine data collected, patient files, operating department register, patient file, etc to monitor quality.
• Put in place the emergency disaster response plan of the hospital along with the anesthetist and the medical doctor and /or the responsible nurse and run role hospital practical rehearsals, in order to ensure the continuity of the services under any circumstance.
• In collaboration with the nurse anesthetist and support of manager and pharmacy supervisor, carry out pharmacy related activities (stock control, OT re-stocking, inventories, expired drugs, etc.) and other equipment of anesthetic support, doing special follow-up of narcotics and sedatives (register, consumptions, empty vials, etc.), ensuring enough stock-up and the good functioning to carry-out the medical activities.
• Training other medical staff when applicable and working particularly in close collaboration with the ER department and SRH team in the maternity department (especially to resuscitate new-borns).
• Carrying out administrative procedures and documents (fill in of patients’ folders, statistics, data base, etc.), in order to have updated and correct information about the day-to-day activities.
• Engage the use of telemedicine and promote its use with the other staff.

Requirements
Education:

• Essential: Degree in Medicine with speciality in Surgery

Experience:

• Essential: 2-4 years cognate experience as a surgeon.
• Essential: Experience with MSF or other International NGOs in Developing countries, experience working in an international environment.

Language:

• Mission language essential, knowledge of local language, an asset.

Knowledge:

• Essential: Computer literacy (Word, Excel and Internet, others).

Gross Monthly Salary
According to MSF National Salary Scale.

Application Closing Date
6th February 2023.

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

Note: MSF Encourages Women and People with Disabilities to Apply.

Job Title: Pharmacy Supervisor

Job Code: MS02002
Location: Zurmi, Zamfara
Contract Period: 6 months (With possibility of extension)
Level: 7
Contract: 208 working hours per month

Main Purpose

• Ensuring general functioning of the pharmacy and supervising pharmacy supply chain processes in accordance with MSF standards, protocols and procedures, in order to ensure its efficiency and operating availability.

Job Description

• Ensuring storage, stock management and supply processes, as well as hygiene and security procedures, tools, and protocols (controlling pests and rodents), implementing appropriate quality controls and records, in order to ensure good storage conditions (temperatures, humidity and light exposure) and availability of drugs and medical materials.
• Coordinating the delivery, reception and recording of international and local orders, in close coordination with the logistics department, updating stock files and informing line managers on their status (shortfalls, over-stocking, expiry dates).
• Supervising orders of medical and drug material in order to ensure an efficient and appropriate consumption pattern under budget constraints.
• Supervising the supply of drugs to patients, according to medical prescriptions, informing them on consumption patterns and keeping conditions in order to ensure their therapeutic progression
• Recording all items received and issued on the stock cards and in computer (Isystock) and reporting on drug consumptions and medical equipment dispensed according to protocols, informing on unusual patterns as well as forecasting future needs, in order to rationalise the budget and to ensure availability.
• Assisting in training of nursing staff regarding dispensing of drugs and their side effects.
• Follow up biomedical equipments to ensure availabilty especially back-ups and rational use, with non-functional items returned back to pharmacy.
• Follow up and analyze activities to identify gaps and provide training of team especially pharmacy team to build capacity especially for MOH staffs for sustainability of activities.
• Prepare orders correctly in time and follow up for supply from the capital. Support the preparation of IMO.
• Follow up stock consumption in the wards of the hospital and in the PHCCs especially to ensure rational prescription and rational use of drugs according to MSF protocols.
• Properly plan and coordinate pharmacy and related activities, inventory, requisition, consumption, extra orders, ruptures, expiry etc. Do analysis of stock and keep supervisor and the team informed, to avoid ruptures, follow up consumption and take decisions (with PMR support) on stocks in time and ensure good functioning of the pharmacy.

Requirements

• Education Desirable: Degree in Pharmacy Management, Nursing or related studies.

Experience:

• Essential: 1 - 2 years cognate experience as Pharmacy Manager.
• Experience with MSF or other International NGOs in Developing countries, experience working in an international environment.
• Language: Mission language essential.
• Knowledge Essential: Computer literacy (Word, Excel and Internet).

Gross Monthly Salary
According to MSF National Salary Scale.

Application Closing Date
6th February, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: MSF Encourages Women and People with Disabilities to apply.

Job Title: Warehouse Supervisor

Location: Abuja

Main Duties and Responsibilities
Planning and supervising on a day-to-day basis the Warehouse and Stock Management activities in the project or capital, ensuring compliance of MSF standards, protocols and procedures. These activities include but are not limited to the following:

• Physically and administratively managing medical and non-medical stocks in conjunction with the supply officer and the stock owners and assuming responsibility for the warehouse and its contents
• Ensuring that all necessary tools and management procedures are in place in order to avoid stock ruptures, losses (expiries, damages due to bad storage conditions, temperature breach) and excess stocks. Regularly checking inventory levels (physical counts), keeping inventories up to date and monitoring consumption
• Checking, recording and arranging the goods received and ensuring the availability of a wide range of items for various projects and departments (medical supplies, food, spare parts, tools, equipment, etc.)
• Ensuring that all items are well organized and correctly stored according to their specificity, well protected, fully identified and easily accessible (cleanliness, security, access, etc.)
• Supervising the team under his/her responsibility including the definition and planning of 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 her speciality and as specified in his/her job description.

MSF Section / Context Specific Accountabilities

• Ensuring stock management analysis and recommendations, self-inspection (focusing on good distribution practices) is carried out over the period, participates activily in pharma-supply meetings
• Achieve high levels of customer satisfaction through excellence in receiving, identifying, dispatching, and assuring the quality of goods, Measure and report the effectiveness of warehousing activities.
• Organize and maintain dispatch and reception inventory and storage area, Ensure shipments’ and inventory transactions’ accuracy, anticipating problems before anything arises.
• Maintain items record, document necessary information, and utilize reports to project warehouse status Update and share with the client dispatching area volume and weight of items available, booking and estimating the volume and capacity of cargo.

Job Requirement

• Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree qualification.

Application Closing Date
25th January, 2023.

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

Note

• Interested candidates should submit their application including Cover Letter, Resume and copy of relevant degrees, certificates and NYSC certificate/exemption with the link above.
• MSF is an equal opportunity employer; both men and women are encouraged to apply.
• Only short-listed candidates will be notified and invited for interview; MSF Belgium takes this opportunity to thank all potential candidates for their application.

Job Title: Admin, Transit

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

Main Objective and Responsibility of the Position

• Responsible for proper administrative management of staff movements and associated processes according to MSF standards and procedures and the local legislation in order to ensure the smooth running of MSF activities.

Accountabilities

• In conjunction with headquarters, managing visas, working permits/resident cards, plane tickets and associated required processes for the arrival and departure of international staff from the country
• Coordinating the movements of staff (local and international) and related administrative formalities (passports, visas, per diems) with the projects and headquarters
• Being responsible for all administrative tasks required for personnel transiting through the capital (taxis, organization of briefings and debriefings with coordination, administrative briefing and debriefing, per diem, lodging)
• Ensuring the update of movement-related tools (movement board/list, evacuation list according to the context) and their regular distribution to the field and other concerned persons
• Being in charge of the preparation of per diems, modes of telecommunication, and housing/rooming assignments
• Being responsible for the proper filing of expat administrative documents according to MSF standards and local legislation
• Ensuring contact with external partners to stay informed on policies and procedures related to movements, entry/work regulations, residence IDs etc.
• Being responsible for sending required documents to headquarters in a timely manner (end of mission form, contract amendments, follow up of international staff leave days)

MSF Section/Context Specific Accountabilities

• Planning Manage travel arrangements for expats and national staff to and from Abuja / Lagos in coordination (including booking of domestic and international flights) with expat support officer in Amsterdam and HRCo & secretary in Abuja as required.
• Keep track of visa and flight expiry dates and take appropriate action;
• Process all visa extensions, STR applications related processes, and ensuring preparation of the Letter of Invitation & Mission Orders.
• Coach the secretary and or work closely with her/him to train the visa processes steps to support you in case you are busy with other tasks.
• Manage holidays and R&R tracking of all expats in the mission and keep the overviews.
• Ensure preparation of expat peridem overviews and sharing with HRCo and Finance department.
• Ensure arrangement of in-country briefings and debriefings for all expats
• Arrange AMS debriefings for all expats and all required End of Mission form activities under supervision of HRCo and in collaboration with expat support officer in Amsterdam and projects;
• Keep HRCo informed about ongoing processes, specific situations or changes in the procedures related to visas, STRs and resident cards.
• Ensure, together with the CMT members that all MSF activities are running lawfully and in agreement with the Memorandum of Understanding in all administrative or customs related issues and inform about any possible risks or problems.
• Update of staff movements and tracking of Travel agency tickets and related Invoices
• Supervision of Abuja Secretary in domestic flight and accommodation arrangements
• Flexibility in undertaking assigned tasks, due to the changing nature of MSF operations
• Review domestic airline contracts/agreements annually and recommend any modifications to the FINCo and HRCo
• Facilitate the registration of all international medical and nursing staff, and communicate requirements to the expat support officer in Amsterdam.

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

Education:

• Degree in Administration or any other related studies.

Experience:

• 1-2 years experience as admin transit, admin management or related field

Languages:

• English essential

Knowledge:

• Essential computer literacy (Word, Excel & Internet)

Competencies:

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

Gross Salary
N443,000 / month.

Application Closing Date
31st January, 2023 (5:00pm)

Method of Application
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 NO per diems will be provided during the recruitment process.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.
• MSF is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity within the organization

Job title: Deputy Project Coordinator

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

Main Objective and Responsibilities of the position

• The Project Coordinator (PC) delegates ad hoc some responsibilities to the Deputy Project Coordinator according to objective criteria taking into consideration sustainability in the treatment of the different dossiers.
• In general terms, the Deputy Project Coordinator will assist the PC in planning project’s objectives and priorities, by identifying the population’s health needs, analysing the context, risks and constraints, and by calculating human and financial resources needed.
• He/she will contribute to the supervision, monitoring and follow-up together with the PC of all aspects of the projects in order to ensure its efficient and smooth functioning. He/she will replace the Project Coordinator in his/her absence.

Accountabilities

• Contributes to the analysis of the political, humanitarian, economic and social context in project area in order ensure that MSF's charter, policies and image are respected with regards to national employees, populations, authorities and partners.
• Contributes to the planning, supervision, monitoring and follow-up, together with the PC, of all aspects of the projects, according to the project plan, MSF operational policy and main strategic lines.
• Participate in the security management in the project, updating the security guidelines.
• Upon request of the PC, represents MSF within the project limits (local authorities, media, governmental and non-governmental bodies, etc.) and negotiates collaboration agreements. Legal representation is not delegable unless legally backed up (powers of attorney, etc.)
• Support the PC in planning and organizing project’s human resources, participate in their day-to-day management, in the induction of new staff, undertake evaluation of staff under his/her direct supervision and define training needs accordingly.
• Participate in exploratory missions according to the PC’s indications, in order to better comprehend context, priorities, constraints and population needs.

MSF Section / Context-Specific Accountabilities
Operational accountabilities:

• Represent MSF within project limits. In close consultation with the Project Coordinator, develop institutional contacts with national partners at project's level (civil society, civil and military authorities, local NGOs, Ministry of Health (MoH) representatives, etc.) as well as with media in order to obtain all information and agreements necessary for the integration of MSF programs in the local context and improve the targeted population's awareness on them
• Draws and implements capacity development, training of respective states minitiries, local health institutions staff and other relevant stakeholders on emergecny preapredness and response plans accroding to project outbreaks (EPREP) scenarios such as cholera, meningitis, measles.
• Together with the project team, evaluates needs by identifying the population's health status, by analysing the context (environment, actors involved, negotiations for access etc.) and associated risks and constraints in order to define priorities and projects goals and to calculate material, human and financial resources needed
• Steers and supervise the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the programs in collaboration with the team, by collecting information and comparing it with the objectives, schedules in order to monitor progression and early detect deviations and propose corrections.
• Provides reporting to the coordination team on project's evolution and propose corrections and direction as needed
• Elaborates the Project's institutional memory, maintains written records (and file them) on its development, in order to broadcast MSF achievements and improve awareness.
• Responsible for providing leadership to the emergency response of the project and ensures effective functioning of the emergency response team
• Promotes humanitarian values and a culture of debate in the project team.
• Follow up of population movements linked to violence or other disasters.
• Proposes and organizes appropriate response plans including remote management strategy and plans through involvement of community participation in case of lack of access for insecurity.
• Is responsible for monitoring and analysing the local political context and its humanitarian and health implications, propose and organize MSF's appropriate operational response:
• Effective scanning and contextual analysis (of potential humanitarian Medical needs).
• Responsible for drafting project planning and reporting in the control cycle, and timely preparation of draft (emergency) project proposals and budgets
• Ensures adherence to internal and external reporting requirements at project level
• Community engagement/participation: To stimulate and promote involvement of the community leadership and local authorities to be actively engaged in the intervention processes prior to and post and during MSF intervention phases.
• Networking & collaboration with the Government & other stakeholders: in collaboration with government respective ministries of health and other agencies and humanitarian actors, to maintain close networking, stimulate and promote partnerships and engagement of relevant actors in the implementation of humanitarian response plans in MSF operational areas.
• Covers the PC gaps in NW projects, when necessary.

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

Educational Qualification:

• University Degree in Project Management.

Experience:

• Essential previous experience of at least two years required in the field of humanitarian aid with MSF or other NGOs.
• Essential working experience in developing countries.

Languages:

• Essential mission working language and good command of English.

Knowledge:

• Essential computer literacy (word, excel and internet)

Competencies:

• Strategic Vision, Planning and Organizing, Teamwork and Cooperation, Leadership, People Management and Development, networking and building relationships, Analytical thinking, Security awareness and management.

Application Closing Date
31st January, 2023; 5:00 PM

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their filled Application Form, CV, Cover Letter, and necessary credentials only to: sokoto-jobs@oca.msf.org using "Deputy Project Coordinator" as the subject of the email.

Click Here to Download the Application Form

Note

• Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
• 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: Personnel Administration Manager (1)

Location: Abuja (FCT), Nigeria
Contract: Fixed term contract and Working hours according to Nigerian law

Accountabilities / Responsibilities (Non-exhaustive list)

• Ensure that MSF is a Responsible employer in the mission, supports proper management of HR across the board and assumes full responsibility of all Administrative and legal issues in the Mission.
• Know labour legislation in force in mission country; keep her/himself informed of any amendment made in labour legislation by regularly checking legislation sources and/or regularly meeting with lawyer, other local authorities at this level;
• Know all MSF policies, procedures, tools, standards and principles regarding all staff’ (national, international, regional, etc.) working conditions, benefits and remuneration, job profiles and function grids, health coverage, etc., adapts them to the Mission reality and ensures an equitable, efficient, transparent, fair and accountable implementation by all relevant staff throughout the Mission.
• Is responsible for the proper implementation and follow up of internal regulations and terms of employment contracts of all national staff, ensuring that all staff is employed in the frame of fair labour conditions, and according to local legislation, MSF HR vision, values and principles.
• In close collaboration with HR Coordinator, ensures regular administrative meetings with all staff throughout the mission take place in order to ensure they are aware and respect their rights and duties and to inform them of any change in Labour legislation and general employment framework which may affect them (i.e. legal amendments, changes in local practices, new HR-Admin policies or procedures, amendments to Internal Regulations, etc.).
• Is responsible to ensure that all functions and job profiles at Mission level meet with the Mission’s function grid approved by HQ and are aligned with MSF Standard Job Profiles and Function Grid.
• Is responsible to ensure that National Staff remuneration (salary, post adjustments, compensations, final settlements, etc,) and benefits (holidays, leaves, social coverage, health coverage, etc.) meet with the Mission’s salary grid validated by HQ, Internal Regulations and HR policies, ensuring MSF acts as a responsible employer at any time.
• In close coordination with the Financial Coordinator, ensures fulfillment of national legislation regarding employees’ taxes and social security at Mission level, checks that monthly declaration forms for taxes and employee/employer social security contributions are correct and sends them to the Financial Department.
• Informs the HR Coordinator in case a legal risk is detected within her/his area of responsibilities and suggests actions to take to prevent it. Follows up employees’ claims and keeps HR Coordinator informed at any time.
• Ensure that MSF, as an employer, as well as all MSF employees comply with safety and risk prevention measures as stated by local legislation and/or MSF standard policies and procedures.
• Ensure an efficient filing system (physical and electronic files) of all administrative files at Mission level, granting strict confidentiality of employees’ personal files and other administrative private documents upon request of HR Coordinator, and ensuring preparedness in case of evacuation.
• Upon request of the HR Coordinator, maintain regular contact with ministries, national administrations, other MSF sections and other NGOs to improve/keep up to date with administrative practices.
• Knows HR software date entry (Homère) in depth and ensures a proper parameterization, use of the system and quality of data throughout the Mission, being her/himself the Missions’ technical reference in absence of a person specifically in charge of the system.
• Ensure, in close collaboration with the administration assistant, the HR Coordinator and Logistics department, that all international and internal movements in the Mission are properly managed (visas, tickets, per diem when necessary, dates of arrival/departure, etc.), and ensures proper accommodation conditions (i.e. room, food, etc.) by informing all relevant people/departments.

Required Skills and Conditions

• Education: Minimum of Bachelor's Degree in Administration or related studies.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of in relevant jobs. Desirable to have experience with MSF or other NGOs.
• Languages: English required additional local languages desirable.
• Computer Literacy: Excel and Word required. Proven ability to learn finance & HR systems.

Remuneration
According to the MSF salary scale and 13th month allowance equivalent to 1 month of gross salary.

Application Closing Date
31st January 2023.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates shoul submit their CV, Qualifications, any other important document, and a Cover Letter with contact details by email to: msf.waca.recruitment.abuja@gmail.com using "Personnel Administration Manager - Abuja" as the subject of the email.
And
Click here to apply online

Note

• Non-compliant or late applications will not be considered
• Only successful applicants will be called for written test and interview.
• No monetary transactions, neither demands of favours in kind, nor other types of favouritism will be tolerated in the recruitment process.
• MSF is an equal opportunity employer, both men and women are encouraged to apply.