The French Section of Medecins Sans Frontieres is recruiting for its project in Abuja: Emergency Preparedness Doctor

 

Context

Médecins Sans Frontières is a private, non-profit international humanitarian organization dedicated to providing medical assistance to populations in crisis, without discrimination and regardless of race, religion, creed or political affiliation.

Main Responsibilities        

. The person will work closely with the medical team on:

. Approaching and assessing all kinds of emergencies (epidemics, natural disaster, violence) in Nigeria via extensive data collection, networking with all concerned parties

. Implementing emergency interventions accordingly.

  Requirements

. Licensed Medical Doctor

. Excellent networking and communications skills  

. Ability to learn

. Flexibility and adaptability

. Proficient in use of Microsoft Word and Excel

. Mobile, frequent travels across the country, especially the Northern part

Desirable, will be considered as an advantage

. Previous MSF or NGO experience

. Experience in epidemic surveillance and response

. Epidemiology interest

. Knowledge of MSF practice and protocols

. Ability to speak Hausa language is an added advantage

Work Location

Abuja with 80% of working time on the field.

Contract

. 208 working hours per month and roster flexibility required.  

Method of Application 

Submit your CV, qualifications and a cover letter with contact details to the MSF Admin’ Office in Abuja ("Application Box" at the Watchmen Desk).

Applications can be submitted in person or by email to: [email protected]

Deadline for the submission of applications: 21st August, 2014

Please make sure to submit your application on or before this date.

NB: only successful applicants will be called for interview.

 

Notice: No monetary transactions, neither demands of favours in kind, nor other types of favouritism will be tolerated in the recruitment process.

MSF reserves the right to refuse hiring of a candidate having benefitted from such acts. All illicit demands of these types may be pursued through the judicial system.