Organization: Jhpiego (Johns Hopkins University Affiliate)
Job ID: 2026-7749
Locations: Abuja (FCT) and Abakaliki (Ebonyi)
Employment Status: Temporary Consultancy (12 Working Days)
Application Closing Date: Not Specified (Immediate Need)
POSITION OVERVIEW
In Nigeria, sub-optimal perioperative care remains a significant contributor to maternal mortality during emergency obstetric interventions. As part of a United States Government (USG) funded initiative, Jhpiego is engaging expert Anaesthesiologists to bridge competency gaps in selected health facilities. You will serve as a Capacity Builder, focusing on the anaesthesia component of Comprehensive Emergency Obstetrics and Neonatal Care (CEmONC). This role involves hands-on training and intensive bedside mentoring for multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe surgical outcomes for women facing obstetric emergencies.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Technical Standardization: Participate in a virtual pre-training planning meeting to align with Jhpiego’s CEmONC standardization protocols.
- On-site Capacity Building: Lead intensive training for an average of 8 healthcare workers, including Doctors, Nurses, and Midwives, focusing on obstetric anaesthesia and emergency perioperative care.
- Clinical Mentorship: Conduct 6 days of dedicated follow-up mentoring to transition classroom knowledge into confident, life-saving bedside practice.
- Competency Assessment: Administer and analyze pre- and post-test assessments for each training module.
- Strategic Reporting: Submit a comprehensive technical report and analyzed score data within 5 working days of the training’s conclusion.
- Stakeholder Advocacy: Participate in post-training debrief sessions with key state health stakeholders.
CANDIDATE SPECIFICATIONS
Mandatory Requirements
- Certification: Registered and practicing Anaesthesiologist.
- Clinical Experience: Minimum of 5 years post-qualification working experience.
- Specialized Practice: Demonstrated ongoing experience providing anaesthesia services for obstetric conditions in a CEmONC-capable facility.
- Training Background: Proven experience conducting anaesthesia-specific CEmONC training (or similar) within the last 24 months, or status as a current/recent faculty member in a residency or nurse anaesthetist training program.
- Licensing: Valid and up-to-date annual practicing license with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).
Technical Skills
- Mentorship: Exceptional coaching, mentoring, and clinical facilitation skills.
- Communication: Strong analytical skills and professional verbal/written communication.
- Mobility: Ability to travel approximately 70% of the time to facilities within the assigned work location.
CONSULTANCY DURATION (12 DAYS)
- On-site Training: 4 days
- Clinical Mentoring: 6 days
- Report Writing: 2 days
REMUNERATION
Jhpiego offers competitive consultancy rates and a comprehensive benefits package for the duration of the assignment.
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Interested and qualified candidates should apply via the Jhpiego careers portal.
Jhpiego is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
Success Blueprint: Anaesthesiologist (CEmONC)
In the CEmONC framework, the Anaesthesiologist is the silent guardian of the operating theater. Jhpiego is looking for “Clinical Faculty” level experts who can standardize safe anaesthesia in environments where resources may be limited.
1. Highlight “Obstetric Anaesthesia” Specifics
General anaesthesia experience is not enough. You must prove your expertise in high-risk obstetric cases.
- The Strategy: Explicitly mention your proficiency in Spinal Anaesthesia for C-sections, management of the Difficult Airway in pregnancy, and anaesthetic management of Eclampsia and Obstetric Hemorrhage.
- Pro-Tip: If you have experience in “Nurse Anaesthetist” supervision or training, emphasize this, as you will likely be training non-physician anaesthetists in some facility settings.
2. Leverage Faculty/Residency Background
The job description prioritizes “current or recent faculty members.”
- Action: If you are a Consultant with a teaching hospital or have served as a Trainer for the West African College of Surgeons (WACS) or National Post-graduate Medical College, ensure this is the first thing in your professional summary.
- Keywords: “Residency training,” “Skills standardization,” “Curriculum delivery,” “Clinical simulation.”
3. The Power of “Mentoring” (60% of the Role)
Jhpiego has allocated 6 days to mentoring—the largest chunk of the assignment.
- Focus: Show that you can move beyond the podium. Discuss your approach to “Bedside Teaching” and “Intra-operative Coaching.” Mention how you help junior staff manage clinical crises like “Hypotension during Spinal” or “Failed Intubation.”
4. Data Accuracy and Reporting
International donors (USG) require rigorous data.
- Technique: Mention your experience in conducting Clinical Audits or analyzing Maternal Death Surveillance and Response (MPDSR) data. Showing that you can analyze pre- and post-test scores and link them to clinical outcomes will make your report stand out.
5. Adaptability in the Field
Travel (70%) is a major component of this role.
- Context: You will be visiting facilities in the FCT or Ebonyi LGAs.
- Action: Emphasize your ability to adapt to “Low-Resource” settings. Discuss how you maintain safety standards (e.g., Checklists, monitoring protocols) even when high-end equipment is unavailable.
6. Final Application Checklist
- [ ] MDCN License: Is your current 2026 license scanned and ready?
- [ ] Experience Count: Do you meet the 5-year post-qualification threshold?
- [ ] Recent Training: Have you conducted training in the last 24 months? (Highlight this on your CV).
- [ ] Availability: Confirm you can dedicate 12 non-consecutive days to this mission.
You are the expert ensuring every surgery ends with a healthy mother and baby. Apply with clinical authority.