Medecins Sans Frontieres – Switzerland, Dadaab Programme
Based in Dagahaley Refugee Camp

Project Summary:

The objective of our project is to provide primary and secondary level of health care to the Refugees in Dagahaley refugee camp. MSF provides a full package of medical care through 4 primary health care units and 1 hospital (100 beds) with 24 hour emergency and OT.
Health services include curative, preventative, nutritional activities and emergency preparedness and intervention with partners.
The selected candidate will be reporting technically to the Medical Coordinator and hierarchically to the Field Coordinator. He/she will be responsible of the overall management of medical activities of the Dagahaley Refugee Camp project.
Location: 25% Nairobi and 75% in Dagahaley according to the needs.
Package: Attractive salary package on offer with additional benefits including comprehensive health cover. Supportive learning environment within a large, dynamic International Medical Humanitarian Organization with dedicated career paths for proven staff.
Contract duration: 12 months fixed term contract with possibility of extension based on performance.Overview and coordination of all medical activities at field level including Primary Health Care, Outreach, Hospital and Emergency response.The MTL works in collaboration with the field team to ensure quality of all medical activities in accordance with the MSF protocols and MSF guidelines.The MTL is the medical representative in the field and assists the Field Co with stakeholder relations and attendance and/or communication at official medical meetings.He/she provides support and guidance to the Hospital Director, FMA and the Outreach SupervisorPreference to Recognized Medical Doctor. Paramedical diploma/degree considered only IF exceptionally strong in other requirements of MTL role.2 years post graduate experience related to the diploma /degree (preferably pediatrics and maternity)Basic epidemiological backgroundPrevious experience as Field Coordinator or Medical Field Referent with INGOA minimum of 1 year experience with MSF preferably or with other INGOHealth/project Management experience desirable,Registered and licensed to practise by the Kenya Medical and Dentists Board.Strong interpersonal skills, strong initiative, able to handle complex assignments with proactive attitude, organized, autonomous and attentive to details.Due to the nature of the work, Kenyan nationals with ability to speak Somali will be highly advantaged.If you meet the above requirements, please send your CV, motivation letter outlining HOW you fulfill each of the requirements in bullet points, copies of certificates/diplomas and current registration documents, to medicalteamleader2013@gmail.com or by mentioning on the envelope “Medical Team Leader” to:
The Medical Coordinator
Deliver the application to:
MSF-Switzerland, Kenya Mission
or
Field Coordinator
P.O. Box 25091 – 00603
MSF Office - Dagahaley Refugee Camp
Lavington, Nairobi
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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Medecins Sans Frontieres – Switzerland Dadaab Programme

Hospital Director

Based in Dagahaley Refugee Camp

Main Tasks:

Coordinating medical and surgical activities at the Hospital and providing technical support to the medical doctors at the hospital.Ensure the quality of medical activities in the hospital - validation and implementation of medical and therapeutic protocols, procedures and standards.Hospital human resource managementEnsuring efficient use of resources - pharmacy and medical equipment utilization.Monitoring, evaluation and reporting of hospital medical activities.Elaborate the medical project of the hospital for the year: policy formulation and planning, organisation of services and participation in the development of the plan of action.Medical doctor with diploma/degree recognised by the government and registered and licensed by the Kenya Medical and Dentists Board.2 years experience as a medical doctorMinimum 1 year experience in Hospital ManagementLeadership and management abilities, good organization skillsFamiliarity or experience working with HIS and computer literacy with practical use of MS-Office applications an advantageNGO experience preferredFluent in Somali a strong advantageWilling to live in Dagahaley refugee campSend your CV, motivation letter, copies of relevant documents, mentioning on the envelope “Hospital Director” to:

The Medical Coordinator
MSF-Switzerland, Kenya Mission
P.O. Box 25091 – 00603, Lavington, Nairobi

Deadline: February 27, 2012.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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Medecins Sans Frontieres – Switzerland, Dadaab Programme

Medical Doctor

Based in Dagahaley Refugee Camp

The selected candidate will be reporting to the Hospital Director and he/she will be responsible to provide clinical services at the Dagahaley Hospital.

Main Tasks include, but not limited to:

Apply medical knowledge and skills to diagnosis, treatment and prevention (helped by clinical examination and available laboratory services) and ensure patient followup at outpatient clinics if needed.Ensure and organise medical activities at the hospital for patients and/or population in accordance to the context, to MSF protocols and guidelines and to universal hygiene standards taking into consideration quality and continuity of careConduct basic emergency surgical interventions mainly Caesarean sectionsMonitor the medical activities by ensuring data collection, compilation and entry into the UNHCR and MSF health information systems, and contribute to the analysis and reporting of the data in context with a public health approach to inform future programmingSupervise, motivate and train medical teams in the various departments of the MSF project in Dagahaley (formal and informal).Medical doctor with diploma/degree recognised by the state.Registered and licensed to practise by the Kenya Medical and Dentists Board.At least 2 years clinical and surgical experience a busy hospital. Previous MSF experience is an advantage.Strong interpersonal skills, strong initiative, able to handle complex assignments with proactive attitudeOrganized, autonomous and attentive to detailsPunctual, reliable and flexible to work long hours when requiredFamiliarity or experience working with health information systems and computer literacy with practical use of MS Office applications an advantageDue to the nature of the work, an ability to speak Somali will be a strong advantageIf you meet the above requirements, please send your CV, motivation letter, copies of certificates/diplomas and registration documents, mentioning on the envelope “Medical Doctor” to:

The Medical Coordinator
MSF-Switzerland, Kenya Mission
P.O. Box 25091 – 00603
Lavington, Nairobi

or

Deliver the application to:
The Deputy Field Coordinator
MSF Office - Dagahaley Refugee Camp

Applications must be received on or before February 27, 2012.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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

Job Title: Medical Doctor – ITFC Department

Location: Dagahaley, Dadaab Refugee Camp

Start date: as soon as possible

Length of contract: 1 year (with possibility of extension)

Main Tasks:

Ensure and organize medical activities for patient population in accordance to the context.Responsible for the supervision and training of the team.Supervision of the ITFC and ICU Wards with a bed capacity of 200 bedsParticipate in the organisaion of the ward in collaboration with nurses/team supervisorsEnsure the good course of medical activities within the ward (prescription correctly applied, necessary follow-up done)Organise and work in collaboration with other wards and departmentsSupervise, motivate and train a multidisciplinary heath team and more particularly staff carrying out medical activities.Apply medical knowledge and skills to diagnosis and preventionIn-charge of new needs identification, in terms of drugs and medical equipment, in line withDegree in Medicine from a recognised Institution and must be registered with relevant bodyAt least 2 years experience in a ITFC WardFluent in EnglishGood communication, negotiation and organisational skills.Humanitarian spirit, flexible and able to work in a demanding and challenging work environment, able to work to strict deadlines and under pressure.Motivated with a demonstrated ability to adapt to new working methods.Ability to live and work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment.Send your CV, motivation letter, copies of relevant documents, mentioning on the envelope “ Medical Doctor – ITFC Department” to:

The Medical Coordinator
MSF-Switzerland, Kenya Mission
P.O. Box 25091 – 00603
Lavington, Nairobi

Deadline: 4th November, 2011

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Medecins Sans Frontieres – Switzerland

Dagahaley, Daadab Refugee Camp Kenya Programme

Statistician / Data Entry Clerk

MSF Switzerland (MSFCH) is a humanitarian medical organization providing emergency medical aid to populations in need. At present, MSFCH operates in three programmes locations in Kenya, Somalia and Sudan

Location: Dagahaley, Dadaab Refugee Camp

Start date: as soon as possible

Type of contract: 1 year (with possibility of extension)

Main Tasks:

Ensure timely collection and compilation of accurate morbidity, mortality and pharmacy dataEnter medical data into the mission databaseMaintain a smooth and accurate data processing database for the medical departmentEnsure good quality of data producedIdentify issues arising in the database and medical reporting tools (both at Capital and field level)Follow up on any omissions of data submitted from all the project sitesReports immediately to the line manager any problem arising with data provided or databaseEnsure proper storage and archiving of data.Ensure compliance to MSF guidelines, standards, policies and procedures for the missionDiploma in statistics or data entryDemonstrated skills in report writingExperience in an NGO will be an added advantageExcellent computer skills – Excel, Word, E-mail and InternetExcellent command of written and spoken English.
At least 1 year experience in a clerical position with exposure to figures and computerised data entry.Organized, methodical and accurateAble to work to strict deadlines and under pressure.Integrity, discrete and honest.Good team player.Motivated with a demonstrated ability to adapt to new working methods.Ability to work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environmentSend your CV, motivation letter, copies of relevant documents, mentioning on the envelope “Statistician/Data Entry Clerk” to:

The Medical Coordinator
MSF-Switzerland, Kenya Mission
P.O. Box 25091 – 00603,
Lavington, Nairobi

Deadline: Friday, 19th November, 2010.

Only short-listed candidate will be contacted.

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Medecins Sans Frontieres – Switzerland

Dagahaley, Daadab Refugee Camp Kenya Programme

Nutritionist

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

At present, MSFCH operates in three programmes locations in Kenya, Somalia and Sudan.

Location: Dagahaley, Dadaab Refugee Camp
Start date: as soon as possible
Type of contract: 1 year (with possibility of extension)

Main Tasks:

Responsible for management of day to day operations and efficient coordination of nutrition program activities in MSF CH catchment areaProvide technical guidance in the planning and implementation of the supplementary and therapeutic feeding programmesLead and supervise team of staff providing nutrition support services in the hospital based therapeutic feeding centres and the outreach based supplementary feeding feeding centresPlan and coordinate community based nutrition education forums and Annual nutrition surveysLead and supervise the nutrition team at the therapeutic feeding centres and the outreach based supplementary feeding centresEnsure staff training and capacity building (formal and informal) under the supervision of the hierarchical referentParticipate in the development of the plan of action.Prepare monthly performance indicator reports on the nutrition sector whilst ensuring continuous monitoringNurse with diploma/degree recognised by the government and registered and licensed by the Nursing Council of Kenya.2 year experience working in a Nutrition programmeMSF/NGO experience an advantageOrganized, methodical and accurateAble to work to strict deadlines and under pressure.Good team player.Motivated with a demonstrated ability to adapt to new working methods.Ability to live and work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment.Send your CV, motivation letter, copies of relevant documents, mentioning on the envelope “NUTRITIONIST” to:

The Medical Coordinator
MSF-Switzerland, Kenya Mission
P.O. Box 25091 – 00603,
Lavington, Nairobi

Deadline: Friday, 19th August, 2011.

Only short-listed candidate will be contacted.

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Medecins Sans Frontieres – Switzerland

Dagahaley, Daadab Refugee Camp Kenya Programme

Clinical Officer

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

At present, MSFCH operates in three programmes locations in Kenya, Somalia and Sudan.

Location: Dagahaley, Dadaab Refugee Camp

Main Tasks:

The MSF RCO will be primarily responsible for direct patient care, either in IPD or OPD, treatment and follow-up of patients and/or a population in accordance with doctors’ prescriptions, MSF protocols, respect of universal hygiene standards and context.

Ensure good practices among the medical/nursing team.

Duties will include both hospital and health post responsibilities.

Other responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Clinical rounds in the ward and health posts as assigned by the Medical Director.To carry out the OPD clinics according to needs.To cover emergency room as practitioner responsible.To perform either day or night duties according with the roster.Follow and supervision of the implemented protocols and systems.Ensure the correct documentation is filled and followed.Assist with care when there is need.Ensure proper handover among colleagues.To assist and participate in continual medical education facilitated by MSF Staff.Requirements:

Education: Clinical Officer degree/diploma/certificate recognized by National Authorities

Experience: Minimum of 2 years experience as a Clinical Officer and it is preferred experience with NGO will be an added advantage. Excellent command of English both written and spoken English. Somali speaking an advantage

Personal qualities:

Clinical skills, rigour, precision, flexibility, ability to work with multidisciplinary and multi-cultural people.Willingness to learn, develop capacities and take responsibilities.All applicants should send a detailed CV and letter of motivation to:

Field Administrator
MSF Switzerland, Kenya Mission
P.O.Box 25091,00603
Lavington, Nairobi

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Application deadline: Wednesday, 10 August 2011

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Medecins Sans Frontieres – Switzerland

Dagahaley, Daadab Refugee Camp Kenya Programme

Laboratory Technologist

MSF Switzerland (MSFCH) is a humanitarian medical organization providing emergency medical aid to populations in need. At present, MSFCH operates in three programmes locations in Kenya, Somalia and Sudan

Location: Dagahaley, Dadaab Refugee Camp

Start date: as soon as possible

Type of contract: 1 year (with possibility of extension)

Main Tasks:

Maintain a safe working environment as well as the quality of equipmentPerform laboratory investigations according to project needsManage the Quality Control systemPrepare and update training materials/documentsEnsure all materials, equipment and consumables are availableDo a monthly physical inventory to ensure a sufficient stock in availableResponsible in the cleanliness of the laboratoryWork and collaborate with MSF staff in the project, in particular other lab technicians and lab assistants concerning the sample collection etc.Identify and solve problems affecting the quality of the laboratory.Laboratory Technologist with diploma/degree recognised by the government and registered under licensed board.2 year experience working in a busy environmentMSF/NGO experience an advantageOrganized, methodical and accurateAble to work to strict deadlines and under pressure.Good team player.Motivated with a demonstrated ability to adapt to new working methods.Ability to live and work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment.Send your CV, motivation letter, copies of relevant documents, mentioning on the envelope “Laboratory Technologist” to:

The Medical Coordinator
MSF-Switzerland, Kenya Mission
P.O. Box 25091 – 00603
Lavington, Nairobi

Deadline: Friday, 19th August, 2011.

Only short-listed candidate will be contacted.

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

Job Title: Supply Officer

Location: Dagahaley, Dadaab Refugee Camp

Start date: end - August

Length of contract: 1 year (renewable)

Main Tasks:

Implement the supply activities with the standard resources, procedures, reporting and tools defined by the Log Supply, in order to facilitate achievement of the project activities.

General Objectives:

Oversee the routine supply operational activities of logistical and medical supplies at project level;Manage the orders submitted to capital which covers: encoding the internal request/Easymed, preparation of request and purchasing document in database, as well as updating the status of order in database (remark in/out/internal);Perform supervision on the logistic stock management (at project level);Control the purchasing validation process and reception (physical and administrative reception);Negotiate for products that offer good value for money for all purchase orders, and ask for min 3 quotation or tender according to the purchase validation level.Coordinate the work of supply team at project level and also communicate to the capital and provide supervision to project team (supply related) on regular basis;Responsible for the customs formalities of local freight.Secondary education and preferably basic training in Supply chain management.At least 2 years experience in a supply chain environment and MSF logistic experience is an advantageComputer literate and practical use of MSF Logistics 7.0Fluent in English, good communication skills, negotiating and organisational skills.Strong interpersonal skills, strong initiative, able to handle complex assignments with proactive attitude and open minded.Humanitarian spirit, flexible and able to work in a demanding and challenging work environment, able to work to strict deadlines and under pressure.Motivated with a demonstrated ability to adapt to new working methods.Ability to live and work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment.Send your CV, motivation letter, copies of relevant documents, mentioning on the envelope “ Supply Officer” to:

The Logistics Coordinator
MSF-Switzerland, Kenya Mission
P.O. Box 25091 – 00603
Lavington, Nairobi

Deadline: Friday, 12th August, 2011.

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Medecins Sans Frontieres – Switzerland

Dagahaley, Daadab Refugee Camp Kenya Programme

Head Nurse - Hospital

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

At present, MSFCH operates in three programmes locations in Kenya, Somalia and Sudan:

Location: Dagahaley, Dadaab Refugee Camp

Start date: November, 2010

Type of contract: 6 months fixed term (with possibility of extension)

Main Tasks:

Support the Hospital Nursing Supervisor in the nursing activitiesEnsure advanced nursing care by MSF Nursing staff according to MSF ProtocolSupervise the Central Pharmacy Stock in collaboration with PharmacistWork in collaboration with the Health Post Nurse for continuity of care & Logistics Department to meet Hospital needs.Support and supervise the Head Nurse in the Hospital ManagementAssure adequate staff of the nursing teamReport immediately to the technical referent any problem arising in the service, especially the loss/robbery/damage of medical equipment or medicinesDefine the priorities in terms of training needs as well as the learning objectivesImplement training according to MSF Protocols and guidelines.Nurse with diploma/degree recognised by the government and registered and licensed by the Nursing Council of Kenya.2 year experience working in a busy hospital setup as a Head NurseMSF experience an advantageOrganized, methodical and accurateAble to work to strict deadlines and under pressure.Good team player.Motivated with a demonstrated ability to adapt to new working methods.Ability to live and work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment.Send your CV, motivation letter, copies of relevant documents, mentioning on the envelope “Head Nurse - Hospital” to:

The Medical Coordinator
MSF-Switzerland, Kenya Mission
P.O. Box 25091 – 00603
Lavington, Nairobi

Deadline: Friday, 12th November, 2010.

Only short-listed candidate will be contacted.

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