MSF Belgium, South Sudan Mission Medical and Nursing Job Vacancies

MSF Belgium, South Sudan mission is looking to fill the following positions for an initial period of 4 months and based in Southern Sudan.

Surgeon

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Emergency Coordinator and s/he will perform the following main tasks, among others:

Management and organisation of the surgical services as per the standard MSF protocols.Provide the best emergency surgical care.Training, supervision and evaluation of staff.Qualifications & Requirements:
Education: Qualified Medical Doctor (Surgeon), specialized in surgery.Experience: Prior experience in clinical practice as a Surgeon; MSF/ NGO experienceSkills: Able to train, diplomatic, cultural sensitive, open minded, patient & organized; Able to work and live in very basic conditions.Language: Proficiency in written and oral English; Arabic speaking is an added advantage.Anaesthetist

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Emergency Coordinator and s/he will perform the following main tasks, among others:

Management and organisation of the anaesthetic services as per the standard MSF protocols.Care to the patient (pre-operation consultation, anaesthesia & per (intra) operation period and post operation care).Training, supervision and evaluation of staff.Qualifications & Requirements:
Education: Qualified Medical Doctor/ Clinical Officer, specialized in Anaesthesia.Experience: At least two years practical experience; MSF/ NGO experience and/or experience in with war wounded is an advantage.Skills: Able to train, diplomatic, cultural sensitive, open minded, patient & organized; Able to work and live in very basic conditions.Language: Proficiency in written and oral English; Arabic speaking is an added advantage.Medical Doctor/ Clinical Officer (for Mobile clinics)

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Emergency Coordinator and s/he will perform the following main tasks, among others:

Daily management of the medical activities of the mobile teams and ensure good follow up of MSF protocol & guidelines.Conduct medical consultations, handle emergency situations and follow up referrals accordingly.Education: A registered Medical Doctor with a Degree in medicine or a registered Clinical Officer with a Diploma in Clinical Medicine.Experience: Knowledge in tropical medicine with at least 2 years experience; MSF/ NGO experience is an advantage.Skills: Good organization skills, diplomatic, cultural sensitive, open minded and patient; Able to work and live in very basic conditions.Language: Proficiency in written and oral English; Arabic speaking is an added advantage.Nurse (for Mobile clinics)

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Mobile Clinics Medical Doctor or Clinical Officer and s/he will perform the following main tasks, among others:-

Conduct OPD consultations in accordance with the MSF clinical guidelinesNursing care, including dressings, simple suturing in aseptic technique according to protocol.Handle emergency situations according to the protocol in the absence of the MD/ CO.Qualifications & Requirements:
Education: Registered Nurse with a Diploma in Nursing.Experience: Knowledge in tropical medicine & obstetrics; 2 year practicing experience; MSF/ NGO experience is an advantage.Skills: Diplomatic, cultural sensitive, open minded, patient and able to work and live in very basic conditions.Language: Proficiency in written and oral English; Arabic speaking is an added advantage.Candidates meeting the above qualifications are requested to submit a motivation letter and an updated Curriculum Vitae mentioning on the envelop/ email subject line, the specific job title, to:

The HR & Administration Coordinator
Medecins Sans Frontieres Belgium
P.O. Box 38897-00623, Nairobi

Email: msfocb-kenya-emergency@brussels.msf.org

Deadline for application 03rd December 2010

Applications must be received by the deadline.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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