Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Recruits : Medical Doctor

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international humanitarian aid organisation that provides emergency medical assistance to populations in danger in more than 70 countries. Epidemics, healthcare exclusion and natural or man made disasters regardless of race, religion, politics, or gender and raising awareness of the plight of the people we help. MSF was founded in 1971 by a small group of doctors and journalists who believed that all people should have access to medical relief. In 1999, Médecins Sans Frontières was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in recognition of its pioneering humanitarian work. Today, Médecins Sans Frontières is an international independent movement with offices in nineteen countries and projects in more than 70 countries. EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS DOCTOR LOCATION: ABUJA MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES The person will work closely with the medical team on approaching and assessing all kinds of emergencies in Nigeria and in the implementation of emergency interventions accordingly. REQUIREMENT Licensed medical doctor Experience in epidemic surveillance and response in advantageous Proficient in use of Microsoft Word and Excel Familiarity with MSF practice and protocols in an advantage Frequent travel Ability to speak Hausa language is an added advantage All interested applicants should send their Cover letter and CV, to: MSF-F Plot 462 Cadastral Zone B04 Jabi District, Abuja Or e-mail applications to this email: msff-abuja-assadm@paris.msf.org NOTE All interested candidates must submit their CV prior to the deadline/closing date, successful candidates will be called for an interview, remember to put a working phone number. CLOSING DATE: 30th October, 2010. Search for high paid jobs here