Medical Doctor at Jireh Doo Foundation (2 Openings)


Posted on: Thu 20-11-2025

Jireh Doo Foundation (JDF) is a registered Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) with Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), founded in Makurdi, Benue State in 2003 by Josephine Habba and became operational that same year. The journey started with reaching out to the underserved in the Makurdi, Benue State which included single mothers, their children, People Living with HIV/AIDS, Orphans, and Vulnerable Children, young people who had no direction, Displaced Persons due to natural and man-made causes, as well as advocating for policies that favored these target groups. The work JDF was doing was so impactful that other both National and International Nongovernmental organizations wanted to one level of partnership or the other.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Medical Doctor

Locations: Konduga (Musakalari and Kaleri Communities) - Borno

Employment Type: Full-time

 

Requirements

Essential:

  • Minimum qualification: MBBS
  • Minimum of 3 years and above of professional clinical experience after registration
  • Full Medical Council registration
  • Managerial and supervisory experience
  • Flexible and able to manage stress.
  • Ability to provide training and supervision to others.
  • Availability for a minimum period of 9-12 months
  • Diploma in community medicine is desirable.
  • Knowledge of Hausa language will be an asset.

Experience in following field is a good asset:

  • Infectious diseases
  • Public health
  • Minor Surgery
  • Obstetrics
  • HIV/AIDS
  • Emergency Medicine.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Advanced computer skills, including the ability to type quickly and to use Microsoft Office products, email, and the internet.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality for sensitive issues or projects and use judgement to execute dutie and responsibilities.
  • Sensitive to cultural differences and an understanding of the political and ethical issues surrounding HIV infections subcontractors, and recipients of assistance.
  • Fluency in English and Hausa (written & spoken).
  • Knowledge of health programs.

Application Closing Date

30th November, 2025.

 

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their concise and accurate CV, the CV should include information about your qualification, relevant training courses, work experience, name and contact details of 3 relevant references to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

 

Note

All applications should be in English and include the following:

  • An application letter in which you explain why you are interested in the position and how you meet the qualities and qualifications criteria
  • Candidates applying for the above position must note that Reference checks will be done especially on PSEA, and Job qualification/suitability.
  • We thank applicants for their interest in the position; however, only shortlisted. candidates will be contacted.