Performing autonomously and following up, the maintenance and correct repair of the biomed equipment in the project/mission and ensuring regularly that the usual medical maintenance and cleaning are done properly according to MSF standards and procedures, in order to ensure the equipment are in perfect running conditions.

Duration of employment: 6 months with possible extension

Accountabilities

• Performing and carrying out, all necessary complex / advanced installation, maintenance and repair of MSF biomedical equipment and ensuring that as few items are out of service at any given time. This includes the following tasks : 
• Organizing and participating in the installation of biomedical equipment
• Following the schedule and carrying out preventive and curative maintenance works for the equipment according to the MSF and/or manufacturer's protocols, manuals, and recommendations and ensuring that cleaning and simple maintenance are properly carried out by medical staff
• Reporting any issues or problems on biomed equipment to his/her supervisor and proposing solutions (training of staff on a device, operating procedures, etc.). If maintenance work requires further assistance, documentation or additional tools, this shall be requested from and provided by his/her supervisor.
• Participating in organizing user training where required
• Managing the stock of consumable items, filling in the stock cards, carrying out physical stock inventories, executing orders necessary for renewing stock, avoiding any shortage
• Responsible for the equipment and tools (including extinguishers), checking they are correctly and safely used, maintaining and renewing them when necessary and keeping the inventory updated.
• Keeping working area clean and tidy.
• Ensuring that all record sheets and books related to maintenance are always completed (including date of intervention, replaced parts, problems and solutions) and preparing needed reports before and after any repair or required maintenance

MSF Section/Context Specific Accountabilities

1. Train and assist the medical staff on maintenance and operation of the biomed equipment's
2. Installation and monitoring of the biomed equipment activities and functions
3. Assists the medical team by making sure the laboratory and other health care equipment are in good working order.
4. Install, maintain, test, calibrate, and repair different types of equipment
5. Maintains supplies inventory by foreseeing needs, counting stock, placing orders, and verifying delivery
6. Maintains a healthy and safe working environment by fulfilling and recommending procedures, performing safety tests, complying with codes, and guiding and training health care and medical personnel
7. Ensure documentation is complete, timely, and accurate
8. Diagnose equipment malfunctions with accuracy and precision
9. Cleaning and adjusting medical equipment

Testing and calibrating equipment parts to determine what needs repair or replacement.

Job Requirements

Education

• Diploma as Biomedical technician preferred
• Diploma as mechanical or electrical technician
• Demonstrable technical skills and understanding

Experience

• Experience in a technical field. (Minimum 2 years' experience)
• Pedagogical skills are an asset

Languages           

• Mission language and local language essential

Knowledge

• Know and understand all the biomedical devices present on the project(s) including the operating principle, use and technical documentation, of each biomedical equipment on the project/mission

Competencies

• Results and Quality Orientation L1
• Teamwork and Cooperation L1
• Behavioral Flexibility L1
• Commitment to MSF Principles L1
• Service Orientation L1
• Stress Management L2

How to Apply

All applicants should send their application files (composed by CV, cover letter, educational records, work certificates and copy of ID card) by email to msfe-addis-recruitment1@barcelona.msf.org OR drop their application file in the letter box at the gate in the Guji Project Office IN ANY CASE, NAME AND POSITION SHOULD BE CLEARLY MENTIONED AS SUBJECT.

Posting date:  August 13, 2021

Closing date: August 24, 2021 (5PM international time).

ANY INCOMPLETE APPLICATION AND/OR ENVELOP WITHOUT NAMES+POSITION AND/OR EMAIL WITHOUT NAME+POSITION IN THE SUBJECT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED WOMEN AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES (compatible with the nature of work) ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!

Please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Copies of CV + supporting documents are non-returnable. Phone calls are not allowed.