Medical Field Officers at the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) - Since its creation in 1863, the ICRC's sole objective has been to ensure protection and assistance for victims of armed conflict and strife. It does so through its direct action around the world, as well as by encouraging the development of international humanitarian law (IHL) and promoting respect for it by governments and all weapon bearers. Its story is about the development of humanitarian action, the Geneva Conventions and the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.

We are looking for suitable candidates to fill the vacancy below: 

Job Title: Medical Field Officer 

Location: Yola

Main Responsibilities
*Under the supervision of the Health Delegate, assesses health needs and care availability in the areas of operation with the ICRC programming priorities
*Liaises with Health authorities (state Ministry of Health), Health facilities and Humanitarian Organization, working in the medical field in his/her area under supervision of the Health Delegate
*Assess health structures (clinics and hospitals) including Primary Health Care and surgical services and proposes activities and realistic projects in the frame of the Primary Health Care strategy
*Manage medical logistics with stock keeping, turnover and distribution to the field
*Under the supervision of the Health Delegate, actively participate In the overall running of the Primary Health Care program including the implementation, monitoring and outcomes
*Conducts close supportive supervision and teaching to ensure that Primary Health Care staff comply with national Ministry of Health diagnostic and treatment guidelines and protocols
*Conduct teaching sessions for clinical and non- clinical staff working in Primary Health Care Centers on topical health issues, including but not limited to hygiene promotion
*Under the supervision of the Health Delegate and in collaboration with the First Aid program responsible Abuja assists in the initial planning, implementation, reporting, and monitoring of the First Aid program from Yola office.

Minimum Required Knowledge and Experience
**University degree in Medical Field (Medical doctor of Registered Nurse).
**Additional public health training and experience running first aid programs will be advantageous.
**2-4 years working experience within primary health structures in Nigeria.
**Excellent command of English, good command of Hausa language (written and spoken).
**Good reporting and communication skills.
**Good interpersonal skills and ability to develop a network of contacts.
**Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel & Power point).
**Ability to travel extensively within northern Nigeria and work independently as required.
**Candidate should have a reasonable knowledge and understanding of public infrastructures such as government offices as well as other organisations in the region.
**Driving experience and a valid driver’s license.
**Valid practice license and registration with relevant professional body.

Personal Requirements
**Strongly motivated by humanitarian work
**Ability to work independently, and capacity to take initiatives when appropriate
**Teamwork oriented with sound communication skills
**Punctual, reliable, confirmed organisational skills
**Sound empathy when dealing with people/beneficiaries
**Adaptability and capacity to integrate changes
**Sound capacity to strictly apply ICRC rules and working procedures

Application Closing Date
20th March, 2015

Method of Application 
Interested candidates should submit their application (letter of motivation, CV, copies of certificates/diploma, references) to the address below:

The Administrator,
ICRC Yole Office,
No 5 Girei Street, 
GRA Jimeta 
Yola,
Adamawa State.
Or
The Administrator
ICRC Abuja 
31 Pope John Paul II Street,
Maitama, 
Abuja.

Note:Please clearly indicate "Medical Field Officer" on the envelopeOnly short-listed candidates will be contacted

State Immunization Consultant at UNICEF Nigeria

United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), Nigeria is supporting the Government of Nigeria to strengthen prevention of and response all forms of violence against children. In particular, assistance will be provided to strengthen the child protection system, including through modelling the system in four States, in order to demonstrate the impact of a well-functioning child protection system, to develop a common model for operationalizing the Child Rights Act at State level and to develop standardized tools, including regulations, working protocols and training manuals to govern the system.

If you are a Nigerian national who is a passionate end committed professional and wants to make a lasting difference for children, the world's organization would like to hear from you.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: State Immunization Consultant

VN No.: VN-NGR-25-2015
Location: Nationwide
Level: Junior Level
Type of Appointment: Special Service Agreement (SSA) for 9 month

Purpose / Objective of the Consultancy
*To support Government of Nigeria in its goal of reducing vaccine preventable diseases through strengthening immunization systems by providing technical support to States' Ministry of Health in the area of polio eradication , other SIAs and routine immunization.
*The incumbent will provide technical support to the State Ministry of Health (State Primary Health Care Development Agency/Board) to accelerate quality implementation of routine immunization as a means to sustain polio eradication in the polio-free states as well as to improve further the reduction in morbidity and mortality from vaccine preventable and other diseases.

Major Tasks to be Accomplished:
*The Consultant will provide technical support to EPI State Team (particularly the social mobilization and Vaccine security committees) on all aspects of routine immunization for both EPI/PEI in the assigned State in line with the UNICEF mandate for vaccine security and social mobilization.

Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's Degree in Business/Health/Material Management/Engineering or equivalent (minimal).
Master's Degree in Public Health/Pharmacology, Business, or Engineering is an advantage.
Experience in managing cold chain system for vaccine or other related medical supplies and providing immunization services is desirable.
At least 5 years progressively professional work experience with at least 2 years at providing technical support in the area of Logistics, supply chain management, cold chain.
Fluency in English.

Application Closing Date
26th March, 2015.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application, accompanied by an updated CV's in English and a completed United Nations Personal History Form to:nrecruit@unicef.org

Health Specialist (Immunization/Polio) at UNICEF Nigeria

UNICEF Nigeria is supporting the Government of Nigeria to strengthen prevention of and response all forms of violence against children. In particular, assistance will be provided to strengthen the child protection system, including through modelling the system in four States, in order to demonstrate the impact of a well-functioning child protection system, to develop a common model for operationalizing the Child Rights Act at State level and to develop standardized tools, including regulations, working protocols and training manuals to govern the system.

The emergency in the northeast of Nigeria has led to large scale displacement of civilians with the Presidential Initiative for the North East (PINE) estimating 1.5 million internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the six states of the Northeast. The increasing number of unaccompanied and separated children (UASC), including children orphaned in the ongoing hostilities, is a growing issue of concern. There is a pressing need for the Child Protection Programme to scale up its interventions in North East to meet the needs of UASC, and in particular to support alternative care for UASC and the establishment and implementation of family tracing and reunification mechanisms.

If you are a passionate and committed professional and want to make a lasting difference for children, the world's leading children's rights organization would like to hear from you.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Health Specialist (Immunization/Polio)

Vacancy Number: VN-NGR-20-2015
Location: Abuja
Level: NO-C
Type of Appointment: Fixed Term

Purpose of the Post
The successful candidate will be accountable for professional leadership in and contribution to the development, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation and administration of the Immunization programme in conjunction with Child Survival and Development, Maternal and Child Health, Health and Nutrition components within the country programme, to achieve the UNICEF's immunization plus goals and objectives for the country.The incumbent will be working specifically within the Polio Eradication initiative to ensure UNICEF's accountabilities are met.
Accountable for ensuring the UNICEF Immunization programme promotes gender equality, with an emphasis on gender disaggregation, gender disparity identification and gender mainstreaming.

Major Duties and Responsibilities
*Analyze, evaluate and provide technical input into the preparation of Situation Analysis relative to Immunization (EPI).
*Contribute to and collaborate with relevant partners in the identification of new approaches for improving and integrating of the immunization programmes.
*Provide leadership for and participate in the development of result based sectoral work plan consistent with defined project strategies and approaches.
*Plan and organize staff training/development programme to upgrade Country Office staff capacity in the development implementation and management of Immunization programme.
*Collaborate in forming emergency preparedness plan relating to the areas of responsibility.
*Participate in the preparation of all programme reports for management, Board, donors, budget reviews, programme analysis and annual reports.
*Coordinate relevant staff on supply and non-supply assistance activities to ensure UNICEF and Government partner accountability.

Qualifications and Competencies Required
*Advanced degree in one of the disciplines relevant to the following areas: Public Health, Paediatric Health, Child Development, child Health Nutrition, Epidemiology, Public Administration, Social Policy, Social Development, Community Development or other relevant discipline(s)
*Five years of professional work experience at the national and international levels in planning, programming, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of health/immunization programmes.
*Field work experience, background/familiarity with Emergency.
*Professional work experience in a technical expert position related to child survival & health
*Fluency in English and local working language of the duty station.
*Excellent communication skillsProven ability to work independently under difficult conditions

Application Closing Date
31st March, 2015.

How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application, accompanied by an updated CV in English and a completed United National Personal History Form, which can be download below and sent to: nrecruit@unicef.org

Note: 
Please put the position title you are applying for on the subject line of your email.UNICEF, a smoke-free environment, is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff.Well qualified candidates, particularly women are strongly encouraged to apply. Zero tolerance of sexual abuse and exploitation is our policy

Nurses and midwives at MSF Jigawa

Médecins Sans Frontières is a private, non-profit international humanitarian organization dedicated to providing medical assistance to populations in crisis, without discrimination and regardless of race, religion, creed or political affiliation.
The French Section of Médecins Sans Frontières is recruiting for its project in Jahun:

Pool for Midwives and Nurses

To be able to cover some Human Resources gaps (annual leave, maternity leave, sick leave, etc.) or to response effectively to an eventual increase of the activity, MSF wants to constitute a pool of medical daily workers that can be called at any time in case of need.

For this reason, MSF is presently seeking applicants for the above positions:

Qualifications/Requirements

Essential technical diploma in Nursing and Midwifery as the case may be.
Essential working experience of at least one year in relevant jobs
English both in spoken and writtenHausa (spoken) added advantage

Work Location

Jahun Hospital, Jigawa State (Nigeria)

Contract

Unlimited contract duration starting in March 2015.
208 working hours per month.  Roster flexibility required. 

 

Method of Application

Submit your CV, copies of medical credentials, registration and a cover letter with contact details to the MSF Administration Office in Jahun ("Application Box" at the Watchmen Desk).

Applications can be submitted in person or by email to: msff-jahun-admin@paris.msf.org

Deadline for the submission of applications: Saturday, March 8th 2015

Please make sure to submit your application by this date.

NB: only successful applicants will be called for interview
Scan all ur documents and type your CV and application.

Send to the email address on the post.
The address on the letter will b to :
The Project Coordinator
Médecins  Sans Frontières
Jahun, Jigawa
Don't forget to put your phone number under your name in the application letter

OVC Intern at Health Initiatives for Safety and Stability in Africa.

Health Initiatives for Safety and Stability in Africa (HIFASS) is a Non-Government Organization (NGO) with its head office in Abuja. HIFASS has a mission of enhancing population health in Africa by collaborating with partners to promote public health. HIFASS does not discriminate on the basis of physical handicap, religion or state of origin. HIFASS, People to People Health Foundation Nigeria (PPHFN), Calabar Arch-Diocesan Action Committee on AIDS (CAACA) and Catholic Diocese of Abakaliki Succor and Development Services Initiative (SUCCDEV) are interested in hiring qualified and experienced individual to fill the position for her project, Local OVC Partners in Nigeria Region 3 (LOPIN 3) in Ebonyi States.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

OVC Intern

Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
Experience: 1 year
Location: Ebonyi

Job Descriptions

S/he will work under the supervisor of the OVC Advisor to monitor and support LOPIN 3 CBOs/FBOs sub grantees in Ebonyi state to implement OVC program.

Specific Duties

*Participate in development, management and review of CBOs/FBOs program activities.
*Carry out periodic visit to program sites within the selected LGAs and wards in Ebonyi state

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or its equivalent in Health related discipline or Social Sciences.
Minimum of 1-2 years post qualification experience in a Non-governmental organization.
Ability to use Microsoft words, excel and power point package.
Good communication and report writing skill.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their Curriculum Vitae and cover letter in only one attachment (MS word document) to: hifass_lopin3@hifass-hfi.org

Please indicate the title of the post applied for as the subject of the mail

Theatre Nurse at Reddington Hospital.

Reddington Hospital  - Our journey as a healthcare provider began on the 23rd of January 2001 with the establishment of the Cardiac Centre, in Victoria Island, in association with the renowned Cromwell Hospital in London. Its philosophy of providing the best in specialised cardiac care has now been developed, in the form of the Reddington Multi-specialist Hospital, into one of providing a one-stop comprehensive tertiary hospital solution to all healthcare problems.

Reddington Hospital is recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Theatre Nurse
Qualification BA/BSc/HND
Location: Lagos

Job Description
provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the application of scientific nursing principles.

In addition to general nursing care, responsibilities of OR Nurses include (but are not limited to):

*Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
*Conducts pre- and post-operative education
*Serves as the communication liaison to family and members of the operating team
*Takes and monitors patients' vital signs
*Ensures that operating on correct patient and the correct procedure is being performed
*Provides basic, bedside care prepares and administers (orally, subcutaneously, through an IV) and records prescribed medications.
*Reports adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with the policy regarding the administration of medications by a licensed registered nurse
*Responds to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocol
*Records all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms
*Preps operating room for patient/procedure
*Initiates corrective action whenever information from monitoring equipment shows adverse symptomatology
*Monitors patients' physical and emotional well-being throughout the care continuumInitiates patient education plan, as prescribed by physician.
*Teaches patients and significant others how to manage their post-treatment home care needs, self-administration of medication and rehabilitation
*Performs other position-related duties as assigned, depending on assignment setting

Method of application

Interested candidates should send their CVs to: hrteam@reddingtonhospital.com

10-Year-Old Nigerian in UK university

When i saw this article i couldn't help but share

Ten year old Esther Okade, one of UK's youngest students from Nigeria, has been accepted to start her maths degree at the Open University. Esther, who enrolled three weeks ago, is already top of her class, scoring 100 per cent in a recent test.

Esther's mother, Efe, said the process of applying to the university was 'an interesting one because of her age.

she said "We even had to talk to the VC and after they interviewed her, they realised that this has been her idea from the beginning. From the age of seven Esther has wanted to go to university.

"But I was afraid it was too soon. She would say, 'mum, when am I starting?', and go on and on and on. Finally, after three years, she told me, 'mum I think it is about time I started university now."

Esther applied in August, and after a phone interview, an essay and a maths exam, she finally got the news in December that she had been accepted onto the course.

Though she watches cartoons and plays with barbie dolls, Esther's aim is to get First Class honours degree in two years and start a PhD programme. She also intends to run her own bank.

How possible is this in Nigeria?

Epidemiologist Activity Manager Médecins Sans Frontières

Médecins Sans Frontières is a private, non-profit international humanitarian organization dedicated to providing medical assistance to populations in crisis, without discrimination and regardless of race, religion, creed or political affiliation.

Epidemiologist Activities Manager

Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: BA/BSc/HND  MBA/MSc/MA
Experience: 3 years
location: Sokoto

 

Job Description:

Define, implement and follow up epidemiological activities, ensuring the proper implementation of protocols, the development of appropriate methodology and the quality of studies to identify risk factors for diseases and determining optimal treatment approaches to clinical practice and for preventive medicine to be used in the mission.

Define, schedule and organize, in close collaboration with the Medical Coordinator the annual epidemiological activity plan as well as its associated budget in order to improve early detection of risk factors to better define treatment approaches and preventive practices.

Lead the implementation of the protocols and epidemiological methodology, ensuring all related staff follows them in order to improve research efficiency.

Supervise, according to annual plan, epidemiological research activity ensuring:that contacts with community groups and authorities are aligned with the objectives of the researchthat the population participating in the research is properly informedreporting on the progress of data collection, on ongoing analysis of research or on any issue causing delay is done in order to achieve epidemiological goals on time.

Advise the MSF medical team on epidemiological matters that arise in the course of their activity research, and, when necessary, design and implement epidemiological tools and data collection to meet new epidemiological needs.

Ensure , in coordination with logistics department, that  national or international shipment of  laboratory samples acquired for research purposes is done within datelines and  according to protocols, following security rules and keeping conditions needed for the sample

Supervise data filing procedures ensuring that all epidemiology software tools are properly used and are updated regularly, in order to ensure full data traceability and availability

Plan and supervise, in close coordination with the HR department and the MSF vision, policies and values, the associated processes (job description, recruitment, training, performance evaluation, development and internal/external communication) of the epidemiological staff in order to ensure both the sizing and the amount of knowledge required, improve people technical capabilities, contribution and their commitment to MSF values.

Supervises, in close coordination with the logistic manager, that research equipment and material is properly maintained and stock level is above minimum point in order to ensure availability and research activity continuity.

Organize and/or assist medical staff in preparing epidemiological reports related to health facilities and to researched areas and participate in operational monthly reports.

Requirements:

Education:

Essential: Medical related degree. Desirable: Degree (or masters) in Epidemiology or Public Health with extensive training in statistics, tropical diseases and epidemiology.

Experience:

Essential: working experience of at least three years in surveillance, outbreak management, quantitative and qualitative data analysis. Desirable working experience with MSF or other NGOs, and working with multi-disciplinary and multi-national teams.

Languages:                 

Proficient in English (verbal & written) and Hausa (verbal)

Knowledge:

Knowledge of principles/practice of infectious disease surveillance, including outbreak detection, investigation and analysis.
Comprehensive knowledge and proven practical skills in designing, implementing and analysing quantitative and qualitative public health and /or epidemiological research, as well as experience writing peer-reviewed journal articles for publication.
Advanced computer literacy (word, excel, power-point, internet), software packages (Epi-data, Epi-Info, SPSS.

Competences:

Strong communication, report writing, presentation, organizational skills. Ability to work flexible hours (i.e. occasional evenings and weekends) when necessary.

Method of Application

Submit Application Letter, latest Curriculum Vitae (CV) and photocopies of all necessary credentials with telephone contact details (daytime) in an envelope (specify on the envelope – Application for the post of Epidemiological Activities Manager to  the address below:

Human Resources Coordinator,
Médecins Sans Frontieres – OCA,
No. 26 Agaie Road, 
Behind State CID, 
Sokoto.

Nurse at JANEM Clinic Abuja

Janem Clinic is a health care service provider devoted to outpatients services. We service the health care needs of the local population in the FCT and the surrounding environs and we have installed state-of-the-art medical equipments in addition to having world class medical practitioners to offer some of the finest services possible.

Our specialty is in internal medicine and consultancy services. We offer the following internal medicine services: gastroenterology, endocrinology, rheumatology, hematology, geriatrics, nephrology, oncology, infections/contagious diseases, cardiology, immunology and physiotherapy. We also provide preventive medical services, premarital counseling and life coaching. 

We currently need a female registered nurse to start immediately at our clinic located at 13 Danube Street, Off Ibrahim Babangida Boulevard, Maitama, Abuja, Nigeria. 

Fluency in Hausa is an added advantage.

Interested applicant should send CV to info@janemclinic.com

NURSE at Ronsberger Health Maintenance Organization.

Ronsberger Health Maintenance Organization. The Health Insurance Company authorized and regulated by the National Health Insurance Scheme. Our mission is to contribute to the National Health Insurance Programme, through the creation of effective links with Government departments, Organizations, Gainfully-self employed individuals and institutions, and by responding to the healthcare needs of those in need of care, with aims to promote improved healthcare programmes nationwide.

We do so by sharing the benefits of our expertise and experience in Healthcare, Insurance Studies and Hospital management, as well as creating partnership as a key strategy towards the achievement of sustainable healthcare development in Nigeria.

Ronsberger Health Maintenance Organization is recruiting qualified candidates to fill the position of: 

Job Title: Nurse

Location: Abuja

Job Description
Observing and reporting on patient’s condition
Providing nursing care, e.g. preparing for operation
Recording pulse and temperature
Administering drugs and other medicines.
Assisting with tests and evaluations
Providing support to patients and relatives
Liaising with Hospitals on Healthcare related matters

Requirements/Experience
B.Sc (Nursing)General Nursing CertificateNursing/Midwifery CertificatePsychiatric Nursing (RPN)
Minimum of 3 years work experience with a recognized Hospital/Clinic.

Application Closing Date
31st March, 2015 

How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send CV's to:ict@ronsberger.com