Medical Doctor At Médecins Sans Frontières-Holland

Medical Doctor At Médecins Sans Frontières-Holland (MSF-Holland)

Médecins Sans Frontières-Holland (MSF-Holland) is looking for one (1) Medical Doctor Position for ITFC in Sokoto Project.

Position Details

• Duty Station: Sokoto
• Job Type: Definite Contract (1 Year with Possibility of Extension)
• Publication Date: 6 May 2026
• Deadline for Applications: 14 May 2026 (5:00 PM)

Main Objective and Responsibility 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.

General Accountabilities

• Apply medical knowledge and skills to diagnose and prevention. 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 of the quality, disinfection and sterilization of the medical material. 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 care.
• Know and ensure 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. Ensure 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 activity.
• 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 supervision.
• Collaborate closely with the nursing team to ensure that all admitted patients are seen 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 staff.
• Educate and counsel patients and families on nutritional issues, either individually or in groups.
• Be flexible to accept any other unforeseen tasks as instructed by the line manager and/or as required by the project.

Quality of Care

• Ensure medical incidents are identified, reviewed and reported promptly with the support of the line manager.
• 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 recommendations.

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 mortality.
• Participate in data presentation for the annual plan and mid-year review.

Requirements (Qualifications)

Education

• Medical Doctor Diploma
• Desirable diploma in Tropical Medicine

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Medical Doctor or in clinical work (can be within medical training)
• Desirable experience in Tropical Medicine

Languages

• English and Hausa language essential

Knowledge

• Essential computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet)

Competencies

• Teamwork and cooperation
• Commitment to MSF principles
• Behavioural flexibility
• Result and quality orientation
• People management and development

Application Process

Please use this link to complete your application:

STEP 1: To complete your application, please email your:

• Cover Letter
• Latest Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• License
• Photocopies of only necessary credentials

as one document with telephone contact details (daytime) to:

sokoto-jobs@oca.msf.org

Email Subject:

Medical Doctor ITFC

STEP 2: FILL THE APPLICATION FORM VIA THE LINK BELOW

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

Notes

• The deadline for the position is 14 May 2026 (5:00 PM).
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from MSF within a month, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.
• No transportation and/or allowance will be provided during the recruitment process.
• Any document sent to MSF-OCA (CV, cover letter, copies of diploma etc.) will not be returned.
• No accommodation will be provided upon resuming to the job location if selected.
• By submitting your application, you consent to Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) using your personal data only for purposes related to the recruitment process. The information collected is necessary to assess and validate the application to select the most suitable candidate. Your data will be treated confidentially and destroyed after 12 months. Only MSF staff directly involved in the recruitment process have access to your data. MSF does not sell or share your data with third parties under any circumstances.
• MSF is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity within the organization.

Qualified Female Candidates are encouraged to apply.