Médecins

Sans Frontières (MSF) is an International independent medical humanitarian organization that delivers aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural disasters and exclusion from health care. MSF offers assistance to people based on need irrespective of race, religion, gender or Political affiliation.

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At MSF OCG, we are committed to an inclusive culture that supports and amplifies the diverse voices of our staff members. We strive to create workplaces where teams of people with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, perspectives, ideas and experiences work together to advance MSF’s social mission and create better outcomes for our patients and the communities we work with.

We understand that some people may hesitate to apply for employment if they don’t meet all listed job requirements. Research shows that this is especially true for women. If you believe your profile is a good match for this position, we invite you to apply even if you don’t fulfil every listed qualification. We encourage applications from individuals of all genders, ages, sexual orientations, ethnicities, background, religions, beliefs, ability, status, and all other diversity characteristics.

MSF does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of discrimination or harassment, including sexual harassment. All selected candidates will undergo reference checks.”

MS is looking to recruit a suitable candidate for the position below;

– MEDICAL COORDINATOR ASSISTANT

Duty station: KAMPALA

Start of work 2025

PURPOSE:

Coordinating and applying Support Unit Kampala’s (SUKA) staff health policy and activities for Locally Hired Staff (LHS), International Mobile Staff (IMS) and training participants. Participating in the evaluation of hospital structures that can serve as reference structures for national and international staff. Participating in the medical monitoring of MS personnel and overseeing all medical expenses associated with various consultations and hospitalizations in collaboration with the line manager and organising health prevention talks.

Main responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Implement and monitor the staff health policy in collaboration with MSF

France and the support of the Staff Health Unit (SHU).

• Facilitate access to medical follow up of Locally Hired Staff (LHS),
  International Medical Staff (IMS) and dependants (assessment, treatment, improvement, vaccination, etc.)
• Organize and coordinate staff health promotion and education events and trainings
  Operational Safety & Health

• First aid
• Vaccination campaigns,

Education: Medical or paramedical diploma, Diploma in Clinical medicine and Community Health

Experience:

Training/experience in tropical medicine and/or public health at diploma level.

• Good knowledge of Uganda medical landscape
• Minimum 2 years experience.

Competences:

People Management, Commitment, Flexibility, Result and quality oriented, Teamwork and cooperation, Behavioral flexibility, commitment to MS Principles, stress management.

Language: Excellent command of English and French is an added advantage.