Medical Doctor (MSF Spain) Job in Ijiara, Northern Kenya

ob Title: Medical Doctor with Obstetrics / Gynaecology surgical skills

Duty Station / Mission: Ijara Project, North-eastern Kenya

Duration: 6 months fixed term contract (with possibility of extension subject to operations).

Main Objective of Position

Ensure and provide quality clinical and surgical care services for Ijara population in Sangailu and Hulugo Health Centers. Refer complicated obstetric emergency cases to Masalani District Hospital, ensuring medical care provided is in line with the MOH / MSF standard guidelines.

Responsibilities and Tasks

• Provide quality medical and surgical care in supported facilities.
• Provide assistance to EMOC, in MSF supported facilities.
• Provide technical support to the Medical teams..
• Ensure a good referral system is in place for emergency cases..
• Perform emergency surgical interventions, when needed in the District Hospital, and other supported Health facilities..
• To be on call for Obstetric emergencies.
• Ensure quality control of disinfections and sterilization processes of material and equipment.
• Participate in medical and team meetings
• Report writing.

Required skills and qualifications:

Education: Medical Doctor with OBS/GYN surgical skills

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years working experience in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
• Working experience with MSF or other NGOs is desirable
• Working experience in developing countries is desirable

Others:

• Fluency in written and spoken English Kiswahili (Somali desirable)
• Team Player with cultural awareness and flexibility
• Diplomatic and able to work in an unstable & complex environment

All applicants should send an application letter (explaining relevant experience and motivation), CV, recommendation letters and relevant certificates to the

Human Resource Coordinator,
MSF Spain Kenya,
PO Box 52837, 00200
Nairobi

or per email msfsrecruitment@gmail.com: please quote the reference no. 1131 in the subject line of the email, or on the envelope.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Foreseen starting day mid September

Deadline for application: 02nd Sept 2011