Médecin clinicien

Job Posting Organization:
Family Health International (FHI 360) is a non-profit non-governmental organization dedicated to improving lives sustainably through integrated solutions. Established to address various global challenges, FHI 360 operates in multiple sectors including health, education, nutrition, environment, economy, and development. The organization has a significant presence in Senegal, implementing various projects aimed at enhancing the quality of life for the population and supporting human development. FHI 360's mission is to provide strategic technical assistance and direct service delivery to improve prevention, screening, and treatment for target populations, particularly the most vulnerable and priority groups.

Job Overview:
The Médecin clinicien will be a member of the clinical team at FHI 360 Senegal and will work closely with the Clinical team of the EpiC project. Under the administrative supervision of the regional associate director and functional supervision of the technical director of the project, the clinician will support the implementation of program activities and contribute effectively to the provision of HIV services at the health center. The role involves ensuring the effective and efficient implementation of the HIV care cascade from screening to viral load management, including differentiated testing services, early treatment initiation for diagnosed clients, ongoing treatment follow-up, and retention in care. The clinician will play a crucial role in managing clinical activities and ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Médecin clinicien will have specific responsibilities including: working with the care team and community-led organizations to manage daily clinical activities at the health facility; coordinating comprehensive HIV screening services in accordance with national guidelines; ensuring clinical equipment is functional and that appropriate infection control protocols are available and adhered to; integrating new service delivery approaches based on approved national protocols such as PrEP, self-testing, index testing strategy, transition to TLD, multi-month prescriptions, and all validated approaches in the differentiated service strategy; collecting and reporting clinical data daily in the E-tracker and preparing timely monthly quality reports; assessing the risk of HIV infection among patients and clients visiting the health facility and establishing healthcare needs; diagnosing common health issues, prescribing and administering treatment as necessary; providing timely, professional, and client-centered information, education, and counseling services; collaborating closely with community stakeholders to ensure better medical management of enrolled patients, adherence, and compliance; maintaining high-quality clinical data and adequate product consumption records; participating in monitoring ARV consumption and making timely requests to avoid stockouts; ensuring adequate stocks of medications and medical products and securely storing medications and equipment; liaising with relevant authorities to ensure continuous supply of testing kits; documenting lessons learned and challenges to inform program decisions.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must hold a State Diploma of Doctor of Medicine, with a specialization in infectious diseases being an asset. A minimum of 5 years of demonstrated professional experience is required, particularly in managing populations at high risk for HIV or vulnerable populations. Candidates should have a good understanding of the Senegalese health system, be capable of working in a multisectoral environment, possess organizational and management skills, and have at least a good experience with Microsoft software (Excel, Word) and monitoring and evaluation/statistics software. Experience using DHIS2 and its E-tracker module is also required. Candidates must have proven language skills in French and minimal proficiency in English, with the ability to communicate in some local languages of Senegal being an advantage.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a State Diploma of Doctor of Medicine. A specialization in infectious diseases is considered an asset, enhancing the candidate's qualifications for the role.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 5 years of professional experience, particularly in the management of HIV care for high-risk populations or vulnerable groups. This experience is crucial for understanding the complexities of the healthcare environment and effectively delivering services.

Languages:
Proficiency in French is mandatory, with minimal English skills required. Knowledge of local languages spoken in Senegal is considered an asset, facilitating better communication with patients and community members.

Additional Notes:
This position is a fixed-term contract (CDD) with an expected travel requirement of 5-10% for domestic travel. The job posting outlines the main duties but does not prescribe or restrict the exact tasks that may be assigned. FHI 360 is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding against abuse, exploitation, and harassment in its work environments and programs. The organization requires all personnel to adhere to its code of conduct and undergo appropriate screening checks as part of the employment process. FHI 360 offers a competitive benefits package and supports a healthy work/life balance.