Nurse

Job Posting Organization:
Doctors Without Borders/Médecins sans Frontières (MSF) is an international humanitarian organization that provides medical assistance to people affected by conflict, epidemics, disasters, or exclusion from healthcare. Established in 1971, MSF operates in over 70 countries, employing thousands of staff members who are dedicated to delivering emergency medical care and advocating for those in need. The organization is known for its commitment to impartiality, neutrality, and independence, ensuring that medical assistance is provided based solely on need, irrespective of race, religion, or political affiliation.

Job Overview:
The Nurse position at MSF involves coordinating and planning clinical work, focusing primarily on basic healthcare activities. The role may extend to participating in vaccination campaigns, managing feeding centers, handling outbreak responses, and engaging in outreach activities. Nurses may work in various settings, including rural health centers, mobile clinics, local healthcare structures, refugee camps, and urban environments. A significant aspect of the role includes supervising, monitoring, training, and coaching locally hired nursing staff within the project. Additionally, the nurse will be responsible for data collection, analysis, and reporting, which are integral to the role. Forecasting medical supply needs and monitoring consumption are also key responsibilities, ensuring that the healthcare team is well-equipped to provide necessary medical services.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and plan clinical work, focusing on basic healthcare activities.
• Participate in vaccination campaigns and manage feeding centers.
• Engage in outbreak management and outreach activities.
• Supervise and train locally hired nursing staff, providing coaching and support.
• Collect, analyze, and report data related to healthcare activities.
• Forecast medical supply needs and monitor consumption to ensure adequate resources.
• Work in various healthcare settings, including rural health centers, mobile clinics, and refugee camps.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and stakeholders to enhance service delivery.
• Maintain high standards of care and adhere to MSF principles and protocols. 1
• Adapt to changing situations and respond effectively to emergencies.

Required Qualifications:

• Full and current registration as a registered nurse or nurse practitioner.
• Minimum of three years of relevant post-qualification work experience in areas such as emergency rooms, pediatrics, neonatology, infectious diseases, nutrition, obstetrics, operating room, HIV/AIDS, public health, and intensive care.
• At least six months of clinical experience within the last two years.
• Experience in managing staff within a multicultural team, including supervision and training.
• Fluency in English and French, with a minimum level of B2 in both languages.
• Relevant travel or work experience in contexts similar to MSF's operational environments, such as armed conflicts or public health emergencies.
• Availability to work for six to nine months.

Educational Background:
Candidates must hold a valid nursing license as a registered nurse or nurse practitioner. This qualification is essential for the role, ensuring that the nurse is legally permitted to practice and provide medical care in the relevant settings.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of three years of relevant post-qualification work experience, with at least six months of clinical experience within the last two years. Experience in emergency rooms, pediatrics, and other specified areas is highly valued, as is experience in managing a multicultural team.

Languages:
Fluency in both English and French is mandatory, with a minimum level of B2 in both languages. Additional languages such as Spanish, Arabic, and Portuguese are considered assets but are not required for the position.

Additional Notes:
The position is expected to last between six to nine months, and candidates should be prepared for the challenges of working in diverse and potentially high-stress environments. MSF values candidates who demonstrate flexibility, teamwork, and a commitment to the organization's principles. The role may involve working in various healthcare settings, including those affected by conflict or disaster, and requires a strong understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion in a humanitarian context.