Gynaecologist / Obstetrician at Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) - Spain

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an International Private non-governmental, non-profit, humanitarian organization created in 1971. We offer medical assistance to the 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 in Africa. In Nigeria, we are present in two states: Cross River (the Southern part of the country) and Kano (the Northern part of the country).

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Gynaecologist / Obstetrician

Location: Shinkafi, Zamfara
Employment Type: Contract (Fixed-term starting with 6 months, Renewable Level 9)
Contract: 208 working hours per month

Main Purpose 

• Implement gynecological and obstetrician procedures, performing any other prior treatment required, during or immediately after a woman has given birth in order to improve women’s reproductive health and to reduce pregnancy, delivery and neonatology risks.
• This will be done in accordance with MSF policies, protocols and universal hygiene standards and in multidisciplinary collaboration with other medical doctors and midwife services.

Job Description

• Provide health care related to gynecology and obstetrics to patients, including prevention, diagnosis and treatment.
• Ensure the implementation of MSF clinical policies, tools, guidelines and protocols related to gynecology and obstetrics in order to minimize clinical risk and to extend best reproductive practices.
• In collaboration with other medical colleagues, carry out the collection of quantitative gynecological data and ensure exhaustive use of management tools in order to improve gynecological results and to share knowledge among other field specialists.
• Plan and supervise the HR associated processes (recruitment, training, performance evaluation, development and internal/external communication) of the gynecological/Obstetrics
  staff in order to ensure both an efficient sizing and the amount of knowledge required, to improve people’s capabilities and their active participation in influencing the targeted population using preventive practices.
• This will be done in close coordination with the HR
  department.
• Supervise the maintenance and running of the gynecological equipment and drug consumption, preparing new orders when required and ensuring its rational use as well as that pharmacy stock levels are permanently updated and available.
• This will be done in cooperation with the pharmacist and logistic staff, the management.
• Provide and supervise comprehensive obstetric, surgical, and newborn care in collaboration with anesthetists, midwives, and nurses, ensuring quality management of deliveries, surgical procedures, maternity care, and hospitalized patients with pregnancy-related complications.
• Assess, plan, and deliver surgical, obstetric, and medical trainings for doctors, midwives, and nurses (including emergency obstetric surgery, pre-/peri-/post-operative care, obstetric emergencies, hygiene, ultrasound, and related skills), in collaboration with responsible staff, and adapt trainings based on service evaluations and identified needs.
• Ensure quality of care through adherence to MSF protocols, supervision of instruments, drugs, sterilization and data systems; investigate maternal deaths; collect, analyze, and report medical data (weekly and monthly Sitreps); and actively contribute to team meetings and Project annual planning.

Requirements 

• Education: Essential, Obstetrics & Gynaecology specialist fellowship.
• Experience: 
  • Essential: at least 2 years of certified work experience in Gynaecology
  • Desirable previous experience with MSF or other NGO’s in developing countries
• Language Essential: English; local working language (Hausa) would be an asset.
• Knowledge: Essential computer literacy (Word, Excel)
• Competencies:
  •  Commitment to MSF Principles, Behavioural Flexibility, Stress Management, Results, and
  • Quality Orientation, Teamwork and Cooperation, Service Orientation.

Remuneration
As per MSF salary scale (National contract).

Application Closing Date
12th September, 2025, at 05:00PM.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Applications Instructions:

• Only qualified and interested applicants should apply by following the link above
• Please submit your motivation letter, updated CV, and relevant academic certificates through the form.
• Fill in the required details and attach the requested documents.

Note

• Only electronic applications will be considered. Physical or hard copy submissions will not be accepted at this time.
• We thank all applicants for their interest, but only short-listed
  candidates will be contacted for the recruitment process.
• MSF is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, race, nationality, and culture.
• Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
• We are committed to achieving a balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply.
• All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
• MSF provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life.
• MSF does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment and discrimination.
• Women and People with Disabilities are encouraged to apply!