MSF-Switzerland Field Medical Advisor Job in Kenya

Medecins Sans Frontieres – Switzerland, Dadaab Programme
Field Medical Advisor for Primary Health Care
Based in Dagahaley Refugee Camp

The selected candidate will be reporting to the MTL and in close collaboration with Field Coordinator. 

He/she will be responsible to the project cycle of the project and outreach of the field medical quality in Dagahaley Refugee Health posts.
 

Main Tasks include, but not limited to:

• Directly supervise the PHC clinical officers, RH focal person, Outreach Nutrition coordinator, MH supervisor, CHW supervisor and is also their technical referent in the field. 
• Set objectives for the various HP departments, monitor and evaluate the program. 
• Close follow up with the CHW activities and TBAs.
• Schedule meetings with the different outreach departments to ensure proper communication and guidance/direction to the departments.
• Together with the field coordinator and social worker collaborate with the community representatives in health related issues.
• Ensure sitrep reports are written by the respective supervisors and compile before sending to field coordinator

Requirements:

• Medical doctor with diploma/degree recognised by the state.
• Registered and licensed to practise by the Kenya Medical and Dentists Board.
• At least 2 years clinical and surgical experience a busy hospital. Previous MSF experience is an advantage.
• Strong interpersonal skills, strong initiative, able to handle complex assignments with proactive attitude
• Organized, autonomous and attentive to details
• Punctual, reliable and flexible to work long hours when required
• Familiarity or experience working with health information systems and computer literacy with practical use of MS-Office applications an advantage
• Due to the nature of the work, an ability to speak Somali will be a strong advantage

If you meet the above requirements, please send your CV, motivation letter, copies of certificates/diplomas and registration documents, mentioning on the envelope “Field Medical Advisor” to:

The Medical Coordinator
MSF-Switzerland, Kenya Mission
P.O. Box 25091 – 00603
Lavington, Nairobi

or

Deliver the application to:
Field Coordinator
MSF Office - Dagahaley Refugee Camp
 

Applications must be received on or before May 20th 2012. 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.