Become a Medical Doctor at Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)

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Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is a private, not-for-profit international humanitarian organization dedicated to providing medical assistance to populations in distress, without discrimination and regardless of race, religion, creed, or political affiliation.

The French Section of MSF is currently seeking a qualified professional for the following position:

  • Position: Medical Doctor
  • Work Location: Jahun, Nigeria
  • Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (Renewable)
  • Opening Date: 29th January 2026
  • Closing Date: 6th February 2026

Main Purpose

Provide outpatient and/or inpatient medical care to patients and beneficiaries, utilizing up-to-date medical knowledge, MSF protocols, values, and universal hygiene standards to improve their health conditions.

Key Accountabilities

  • Clinical Care: Conduct outpatient and inpatient consultations, diagnose illnesses, and prescribe treatments in strict accordance with MSF protocols.
  • Patient Management: Follow up on the evolution of hospitalized or IDP patients through daily visits; manage discharges and transfers in collaboration with the medical team.
  • Maternal & Newborn Care: Provide emergency obstetric and newborn care (BEmONC and CEmONC), maternal intensive care, and neonatal resuscitation/management.
  • Specialized Care: Evaluate and manage patients with Vesicovaginal Fistula (VVF) and Rectovaginal Fistula (RVF). Provide trauma-informed care to survivors of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV).
  • Communication: Ensure patients and families are fully informed about illnesses and treatment plans.
  • Quality & Safety: Control the rational distribution of medicines; ensure disinfection and sterilization of medical material; maintain professional confidentiality.
  • Team Leadership: Manage and supervise the medical/paramedical team, including performance reviews and shift scheduling.
  • Data & Training: Participate in epidemiological data collection and analysis; provide ongoing training to the multidisciplinary team to optimize care quality.

Requirements

  • Education: * Essential: Medical Doctor Diploma.
    • Desirable: Diploma in Tropical Medicine.
  • Experience: * Essential: Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Medical Doctor or in clinical work (includes medical training).
    • Desirable: Experience in Tropical Medicine, Public Health, Obstetrics, Gynaecology, Paediatrics, A&E, Infectious Diseases, or HIV/TB.
  • Languages: * Essential: English (Mission language).
    • Desirable: Hausa / Fulani.

Contract & Remuneration

  • Hours: 208 working hours per month.
  • Salary: According to the MSF salary scale, plus a 13th-month allowance.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application to the MSF Admin Manager including:

  1. Motivation Letter
  2. CV with at least two professional references
  3. Academic Documents (Exclude Primary School certificates)
  4. Work Experience Certificates

Submission Channels:

  • In-Person: MSF France Office, Unguwar Turaki, Along Kafin Hausa Road, Behind Upper Sharia Court, Jahun (Place in the “Application Box” outside the front gate).
  • Email: [email protected]
    • Subject Line: Medical Doctor, Jahun

Important Notes:

  • Qualified females are highly encouraged to apply.
  • MSF is an equal opportunity employer.
  • No monetary transactions or favors will be tolerated in the recruitment process.
  • Dual employment is considered gross misconduct and is not acceptable.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

MSF France thanks all potential candidates for their interest.