Medical Doctor At Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) – Holland

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) – Holland in Nigeria Limited by Guarantee is an international, independent, non-profit medical humanitarian organisation. MSF provides assistance to people affected by armed conflict, natural or man-made disasters, and other situations of crisis, without discrimination based on race, religion, beliefs, or political affiliation.

MSF has been working in Nigeria since February 1996, in collaboration with national and local authorities, under a Memorandum of Understanding with the Federal Government of Nigeria.

JOB DETAILS                                

Job Type:                               Peak Season Pool
Duty Station:                          Sokoto
Publication date:                   4^th August 2026
Application deadline:             13^th August 2026

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.

MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Apply medical knowledge and skills to diagnose and Carry out outpatient and inpatient consultations, prescribing the necessary treatment respecting MSF protocols.
• Keep the patient and/or his/her family informed about the illness and provide appropriate explanations about the treatment to follow, checking they have understood.
• Follow up the evolution of the hospitalized/IDP patients, through daily visits , consultations and examinations, prescribing the necessary treatment following MSF protocols, deciding whether they can be discharged or transferred to other departments – in collaboration with other doctors- and informing their family about the patient’s evolution.
• Check and control the rational distribution of medicines and equipment under his/her responsibility and take care the quality, disinfection and sterilization of the medical Assure general compliance with standing hygiene standards.
• Participate in the collection and analysis of epidemiological data, checking its validity and informing the line manager or project coordinator about any problem or complication of the patients illness, medical error and monitors the proper functioning of the department, equipment or material.
• Ensure ongoing training of the medical/paramedical multidisciplinary team in order to optimize the quality of
• Knows and ensures all MSF medical protocols are followed and implemented, checking universal precautions are followed at all times and reducing bio-hazard risks and improving infection control. Ensures professional confidentiality is respected.
• Manage the team under his/her direct responsibility according to MSF HR policies and procedures, supervising their performance, organizing and scheduling shifts and rotations, directly participating in emergencies and on calls if necessary.

Context Specific Accountabilities:

• Understand and follow the different criteria (admission criteria, referral criteria) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in place, and collaborate with the MAM to keep them up-to-date based on the evolving
• Apply medical knowledge and skills for the prevention and treatment of complications of patients admitted to the ITFC in Sokoto Specialist Hospital in collaboration with the MoH MDs, Matron, Nurses and the MSF team while respecting MSF protocols and guidelines.
• Conduct daily routine ward rounds according to the allocated unit (s) and ensure proper handover is done (especially for critical patients) during shift changes and patient transfers between different units.
• Collaborate with the MoH team to achieve program objectives, ensuring 24-hour quality nutrition care for all admitted SAM patients.
• Build the capacity of the medical team through training, on-the-job coaching, support, and
• Collaborate closely with the nursing team to ensure that all admitted patients are seen by you and have a clear management plan.
• With the support of the MAM, coordinate patient referral for a specialist review and management in the teaching hospital Sokoto (UDUTH) and other MSF approved referral hospitals in accordance with the referral criteria.
• Involve in the TB screening activities (TACTIC) using the algorithm and collaborate closely with the TB focal point to improve tuberculosis diagnosis and treatment in children.
• Participate in bedside discussions to improve the management of difficult cases with the available team (Specialist, MAM, NAMs, supervisors and/or nurses).
• Maintain and follow the IPC Protocols and ensure that universal precautions are followed by all medical
• Educate and counsel patients and families on nutritional issues, either individually or in
• Flexible to accept any other unforeseen tasks as instructed by the line manager and/or as required by the

Quality of Care:

• Ensure medical incidence are identified, reviewed and reported promptly with the support of the line
• Actively participate in rational prescription audit sessions and implement the resulting recommendations with the support of the AMS focus point and MAM.
• Actively participate in the Morbidity and Mortality Review sessions and implement the resulting

Data Management:

• Ensure patient data are collected and entered accurately and in a timely manner, in collaboration with the MAM and Medical Data supervisor, ensure its completeness, and report any discrepancies to the Line manager.
• Ensure timely daily, weekly, and Monthly updates on patients’ data, including
• Participate in data presentation for the annual plan and Mid-year review

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Interested and qualified candidates should:

1. Complete the online MS Form using the link or QR code provided below:

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/4yrBsmtWQN

CLICK HERE TO APPLY 

OR

2. Send one email to [email protected] with “Medical Doctor ITFC” as the subject, attaching:
   • Your updated CV
   • Cover letter
   • Copies of educational documents relevant to the position

Please send all documents in one email, preferably as one PDF file. Do not send multiple emails or separate attachments.

NOTE:

• Only shortlisted candidates will be
• Documents submitted will not be
• No transportation or travel allowance will be provided during the recruitment
• No accommodation will be provided at the duty station upon

 We are an equal opportunity employer: we welcome applications from individuals of all genders, ages, nationalities, races, religions, beliefs, ability status, and all other diversity characteristics.

Qualified women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

MSF-OCA is committed to promoting and maintaining an environment where everyone associated with us —or who comes into contact with our activities—feels safe, respected, and valued. Our safeguarding approach prioritizes the wellbeing and dignity of the communities we assist, as well as that of our staff and partners.

MSF-OCA’s Code of Conduct sets out clear standards for responsible behaviour grounded in respect, inclusion, and accountability. All employees are expected to comply with this Code of Conduct and avoid any behaviour that violates it. Particular care must be taken to prevent harm to those most at risk, including children, adolescents, patients, and people with disabilities.

MSF will use the personal data collected through applications solely for recruitment purposes. The data will be treated confidentially, accessed only by authorised MSF staff, and retained for a maximum period of 12 months, in line with MSF data protection standards.

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