Social Worker at Medecins Sans Frontiers

Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) is an international, private, non-governmental, non-profit humanitarianorganization.

Our organization offers assistance to populations in distress, to victims of natural or man-made disasters, to victims of armed conflict, without discrimination irrespective of race, religion, creed or political affiliation.

We have been working in Nigeria since February 1996. A Memorandum of Understanding between Medecins Sans Frontieres and the Federal Government of Nigeria facilitates this. MSF-OCA employees are guided by a Code of Conduct which aims to strengthen and support ethical cultures throughout MSF-OCA, based on the core values that guide our medical humanitarian mission.

We are looking to fill Social worker position in our Sokoto Noma & Emergency Response Project.

Job Title: Social Worker

Job Type: 1 Year Definite Contract (with possibility of extension)

Duty Station: Sokoto

Publication Date: 16 July 2025

Deadline for Applications: 29 July 2025 (5:00 PM)

Main Purpose of the position:

Carrying out all activities involving socialsupport to individual patients/survivors and linking them with other relevant support services and communities at large, according to MSF principles and guidelines. Enhancing
the target population’ssocial condition to have an impact on health-related outcomes.

General Accountabilities:

 Conducting social assessments, identifying the social support needs of patients/survivors, including legal, protection, shelter/housing, financial/vocational, food security, and access to medical and psychosocial
supportservices beyond the projectintervention scope.

 Supporting the provision of comprehensive care to patients and their families, by actively coordinating their work with the other members of the MSF multidisciplinary team (eg. medical, MHPSS) and linking with multisectoralservicessuch as protection,safety,security, legal, justice, education, and livelihood.

 Providing direct social support based on social assessments and facilitating referralsto evaluated external resources. Provide systematic follow up care regarding attendance of clinical appointments, and following up on referrals made to relevant multi-sectoral services aimed at improving the quality of life of patients/survivors.

 Participating in the creation and maintenance of any material needed for the activities ofsocial workers, including facilities and equipment in order to ensure continuity. Mapping and regular updating of formal and
informal support services.

 Assess quality of existing support services, with identification of gaps and advocacy for an improved culturally appropriate social response.

 Maintaining records,statistics, files, and reports on allsocial work activities and follow up care either provided by MSF or othersupport services. Identifying gaps in the available services and with the team prioritizing and developing plansfollowing the objectives of MSF.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

To apply forthisrole applicants MUST meet the following criteria:

Education

Bachelor degree or Diploma in Social Work (BSW) or related field

Experience

Two years minimum in a similar social job; experience with MSF or other NGOs, desirable.

Languages

Local language essential (Hausa Fulani). Mission language desirable.

Knowledge

Desirable computer literacy (word, excel and internet)

Competencies

Flexibility, Commitmentto MSF principles, Teamwork and result oriented.

How to Apply

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

– After filling out the form,submit your CV, Cover Letter, and necessary credentials only to this email: [email protected] with the subject of the mail ONLY as “Social Worker”.

– Only applicationssubmitted online will be accepted.

– Lastly, only one online application form should be submitted as multiple submissions will not be considered.

NOTE:

1. The deadline for the position is 29 July 2025 (5:00 PM)

2. Only shortlisted candidates would be contacted.

3. No Transportation and/or Allowance will be provided during the recruitment process.

4. Any document sent to MSF-OCA (CV, cover letter, copies of diploma etc.) will not be returned.

5. No accommodation will be provided upon resuming to the job location if selected.
MSF is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity within the organization.

Qualified FEMALE Candidates are encouraged to Apply.