Medical Doctor at Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF)

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an International Private non-governmental, non-profit, humanitarian organization created in 1971. We offer medical assistance to population in distress, victims of natural or man-made disasters and to victims of armed conflicts irrespective of race, religion, creed or political affiliation. Médecins Sans Frontières observes neutrality and impartiality in the name of universal medical ethics and the right to humanitarian assistance and demands full and unhindered freedom in the exercise of its functions. MSF works in over 70 countries globally and has been working continuously in Nigeria since 1996. Médecins Sans Frontières West and Central Africa -(MSF-WaCA) is currently operating in 5 countries of Africa. In Nigeria we are present in two states: Cross river (Southern part of the country) and Kano (Northern part of the country).

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Medical Doctor 

Location: Sokoto
Employment Type: Full-time

Main Purpose of the position

• Provide outpatient and / or inpatient medical care to patients / beneficiaries according to adapted and updated medical knowledge, MSF protocols, values and universal hygiene standards to improve the patients / beneficiaries health conditions.

General Accountabilities

• Provide outpatient and inpatient consultations, diagnose, and prescribe treatments per MSF protocols.
• Monitor patient progress and ensure proper medical resource management.
• Supervise and train a multidisciplinary medical team.
• Ensure adherence to hygiene standards and infection control measures.
• Collect and analyze epidemiological data, reporting issues promptly.
• Maintain professional confidentiality at all times.
• Organize and schedule team shifts, participating in emergencies when needed.
• Ensure quality care and adherence to MSF medical protocols.

MSF Specific / Context Accountability

• Manage patients at the Therapeutic Feeding Centre (ITFC) in Sokoto Specialist Hospital, collaborating with MoH and MSF teams.
• Treat and prevent complications of Severe and Moderate Acute Malnutrition, adhering to MSF protocols.
• Conduct inpatient and outpatient consultations, ensuring daily ward rounds and quality care.
• Participate in mortality reviews, quality improvement, and nutrition assessments.
• Supervise and train the medical team, ensuring ongoing capacity building.
• Collaborate with MoH on patient care and referral to specialist hospitals.
• Educate patients and families on nutritional care and treatment plans.
• Ensure accurate patient data collection and timely reporting.
• Prepare monthly reports and participate in meetings with stakeholders.
• Follow IPC protocols, ensure universal precautions, and manage medical incidents.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education
• Medical Doctor(MBBS), Diploma in Tropical Medicine an added advantage
• Experience
• 2 year experience minimum as a Medical Doctor or in clinical work
• Minimum one year of experience in any Nutritional Programme
• ITFC experience is an asset.

Languages:

• Mission language essential. Local language is desirable

Knowledge:

• Essential computer literacy (word, excel and internet)

Competencies:

• People Management, Commitment to MSF principles, Teamwork and result oriented.

Application Closing Date
17th March, 2025.