Medical Activity Manager (MAM) – Leading Clinical Excellence in Anambra at Medecins Sans Frontieres - MY NGO JOBS

In the face of humanitarian crises, medical leadership is the difference between a reactive response and a life-saving strategy. As a Medical Activity Manager, you will hold a pivotal role in navigating the complex health challenges of Anambra State, particularly in the sensitive and critical field of Sexual Violence (SV) care and emergency disaster preparedness. Your expertise will not only heal individual patients but will also build resilient systems capable of withstanding floods, disease outbreaks, and medical exclusion. This is an invitation to lead with clinical precision and deep compassion at the forefront of medical humanitarianism.

Job Summary

The Medical Activity Manager (MAM) provides high-level technical oversight and strategic management for all medical operations within the Anambra project. You will lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive care for survivors of sexual violence while simultaneously maintaining a state of high readiness for emergency responses (EPREP). Your mission is to ensure that every medical intervention is ethically sound, culturally sensitive, and aligned with the highest international clinical standards.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership & Strategy

Technical Guidance: Act as the primary clinical advisor to the Project Medical Coordinator, offering expert decision-making support and ensuring project strategies are medically robust.
Protocol Implementation: Guarantee that all clinical activities adhere strictly to international protocols, focusing on quality assurance, infection prevention, and patient safety.
Patient-Centered Care: Champion the principles of informed consent, privacy, and non-discrimination, ensuring that survivors of sexual violence receive holistic medical and psychosocial support.

Emergency Preparedness & Surveillance (EPREP)

Early Warning Systems: Coordinate risk assessments and surveillance activities to identify potential outbreaks or natural hazards (e.g., floods) before they escalate.
Response Planning: Develop and update rapid response plans for infectious diseases (such as Lassa fever) and other context-specific medical emergencies.
Regional Mapping: Lead efforts to identify service gaps and map health actors across the Awka metropolis and neighboring regions to ensure seamless emergency coordination.

Operational & Resource Management

Pharmacy & Biomedical Oversight: Supervise the medical supply chain, ensuring rational drug use, efficient stock management, and the proper maintenance of biomedical equipment.
Data-Driven Decisions: Oversee the Health Management Information System (HMIS), ensuring that medical data is accurately captured, analyzed, and used to improve project outcomes.
Staff Health: Serve as the medical focal point for the team’s own health, managing insurance referrals, risk analysis, and preventative measures for mission staff.

People & Stakeholder Management

Team Development: Lead the recruitment, training, and professional mentoring of medical staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and high performance.
Strategic Networking: Represent the organization in Health Sector Working Groups and engage with the Ministry of Health and other stakeholders to align project priorities.

Why This Role is Important

The MAM role is the bridge between organizational medical standards and the reality of the field. In Anambra, your work in Sexual Reproductive Health provides a lifeline to survivors who might otherwise face stigma and neglect. Furthermore, your focus on emergency preparedness ensures that when a disaster strikes—be it a flood or an epidemic—the response is immediate, professional, and organized, ultimately reducing preventable mortality in the region.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Educational Foundation: A Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from a recognized institution is essential.
Specialization: Specialized training or experience in Sexual Reproductive Health (SRH), Women’s Health, or Tropical Medicine is highly desired. Additional public health training (MNCH, GBV, or Adolescent Health) is an asset.
Clinical Experience: * At least 5 years of post-qualification medical experience.
- Minimum of 2 years of proven experience in Sexual and Reproductive Health and the management of infectious diseases.
Humanitarian Background: Previous experience with MSF or other international NGOs in emergency settings or SV projects is a significant advantage.
Linguistic Skills: Mastery of English, Igbo, and Pidgin English is required for effective clinical and stakeholder communication.
Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in health data management systems and Microsoft Office.

About the Organization

We are an independent, global medical humanitarian organization that provides aid based solely on need, transcending political, religious, or social boundaries. Our teams are often the first to arrive in the world’s most dangerous crises, offering surgery, vaccinations, and psychological support to those excluded from healthcare. We are committed to bearing witness to the plight of the populations we serve and advocating for their right to dignity and health. In Nigeria, we focus on providing specialized care that addresses both chronic health gaps and sudden emergency needs.

Benefits & Expectations

Salary: A competitive package commensurate with the high level of responsibility and clinical expertise required.
Contract: Definite contract based in Awka, Anambra.
Professional Growth: Exposure to world-class humanitarian medical training and leadership opportunities.

Application Details

Location: Awka, Anambra State (Preference for residents of Anambra/Awka).
Closing Date: 27th December, 2025.
Submission: Interested clinicians should provide a CV, a cover letter highlighting their SRH/EPREP experience, and copies of relevant degrees and NYSC documents via the Online Application Link.

Tips for Applicants

Emphasize Your Leadership: Don’t just list clinical tasks; describe your experience managing teams and making high-level medical decisions.
Focus on Sensitivity: Demonstrate your ability to handle the delicate nature of sexual violence care with professionalism and confidentiality.
Show Your Analytical Side: Mention any experience you have with health data systems (like HMIS) and how you use data to drive clinical improvements.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We value the strength that diversity brings to our medical teams and encourage both men and women to apply.