MSF Switzerland Nurse Job in Nairobi Kenya

MSF-CH is seeking candidates for the post of Nurse to support its humanitarian operations in Somalia

MSF Switzerland (MSFCH) is a humanitarian medical organization providing emergency medical aid to populations in need.

At present, MSFCH operates in three project locations in Somalia: Belet Weyne, Dinsor and Afgoi.

Location: Nairobi with possibility of field visit to the projects.
Start date: March 2011
Type of contract: 12 months fixed term contract

Scope of responsibilities:

The role of the Nurse is to ensure nursing care, treatment and follow-up of patients in accordance with doctors’ prescriptions, MSF protocols and context for the MSF CH mission managed from Nairobi:

Ensure efficient management of the stock and proper follow-up of movements of drugs and material.Ensure cold chain functioning, maintenance and ensure storage conditions according to national regulations.Ensure regular physical inventories are carried out in accordance with the mission’s procedures.Ensure adequacy between orders and freight and quantify the damaged drugs and materialEnsure an efficient supply of other pharmacies.Participate actively in the monitoring and the reporting of medical activities.Participate and /or facilitate training at Nairobi or field level- give support to the training team at field levelCarry out when necessary a therapeutic education of the patient (and family) using a patient based approach.Nurse degree/diploma recognised by National Authorities.Member of the Nursing Council of Kenya.Demonstrated skills in records management.2 years experience in a well known hospital.Able to train / coach staffExcellent computer skills – Excel, Word, E-mail and InternetKnowledge in pharmacy management is an assetExcellent command of written and spoken English. Knowledge of Somali language is an added advantage.Organized, methodical and accurateAble to work under pressure.Good team player.Motivated with a demonstrated ability to adapt to new working methods.Ability to work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment.Others:

All applicants should send a detailed CV (2 referent persons), copy of diploma and letter of motivation to:-

Human Recourse Manager
MSF Switzerland Somalia Missions
P. O. Box 25091 -00603,
Nairobi

Application deadline: 25th of February 2011.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

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