Médecins du Monde (MdM) or Doctors of the World is an international humanitarian organization that provides medical care and support to vulnerable populations around the world. Founded in 1980, the organization's mission is to ensure access to healthcare for all, regardless of race, religion, or political affiliation. MdM operates in over 40 countries including Ethiopia, delivering medical aid in crisis zones, conflict-affected areas, and areas of extreme poverty. Our teams of healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and support staff, work tirelessly to provide essential medical services, emergency relief, and long-term healthcare programs.MDM–France invites qualified candidates to apply for the following position :

Duties and Responsibilities

The Medical Supervisor is responsible for supervising and supporting the effective implementation of MdM’s Health, Nutrition, MHPSS, and GBV interventions in designated health facilities. This includes overseeing clinical service delivery, mentoring health workers, ensuring compliance with protocols, supporting data management, and contributing to the strengthening of community health systems.

Supervision:

• Lead the planning, monitoring, and evaluation of health activities across project-supported facilities.

• Conduct regular field visits to ensure the quality of clinical service delivery and adherence to protocols.

• Identify challenges in health service delivery and implement corrective actions.

• Supervise and mentor healthcare providers in applying clinical and infection prevention protocols.

Technical Support and Capacity Building:

• Provide technical support to health facility staff including Health, nutrition, MHPSS and GBV case workers and psychologists.

• Provide on-the-job coaching and structured training for health facility staff on medical practice, mental health, GBV case management and hygiene protocols.

• Develop training materials and mentor staff to improve clinical competency and service delivery.

• Promote a culture of continuous learning and feedback among health teams.

• Assess training needs and organize thematic capacity-building sessions.

• Support the development and revision of training tools and medical guidelines.

Community Engagement:

• Support community mobilizers in designing and implementation of community based activities

• Support community mobilizers in Collaboration with community leaders, local organizations, and stakeholders to raise awareness of GBV and mental health issues, promoting a supportive environment for survivors.

•  Work with local authorities to strengthen referral pathways and support systems for individuals affected by GBV and Mental illness.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting:

• Oversee the collection, analysis, and reporting of medical and pharmaceutical data.

• Prepare and timely submission of comprehensive reports on program activities, outcomes, and challenges for submission to the program manager.(Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly etc..)

• Use monitoring tools to evaluate the performance and outcomes of health activities.

• Actively participate in coordination meetings and internal medical reviews and provide timely updates on program progress and needs.

• Establish and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, including service providers and partners.

Team management and Coordination:

• Supervise a team of program officers and/or health staff.

• Conduct performance evaluations, support professional development, and foster team motivation.

• Manage work schedules, assign duties, and facilitate regular team meetings.

• Facilitate collaboration with other humanitarian actors, including UN agencies, NGOs, and community organizations, to enhance service delivery and response to GBV and mental health issues.

• Ensure effective communication and coordination among team members to optimize resource use and service provision.

• Represent MdM in relevant coordination meetings, contributing to strategic discussions and planning efforts.

1. Logistics and Drug Supply Management

• Monitor drug consumption and ensure adherence to supply protocols.

• Support in the quantification and management of medical stocks in coordination with logistics.

• Inform the medical manager of irregular consumption patterns or stock issues.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with MdM policies, ethical standards, and legal requirements in all program activities.

• Collaborate with logistics and procurement teams to ensure the availability of necessary materials and supplies for program implementation.

Fraud Prevention and Compliance

• Identify potential risks and enforce measures to prevent fraud and corruption.

• Promote awareness among team members and respond to incidents as per protocol.

Emergency Response and Flexibility

• Be available to respond to emergencies and support unforeseen health interventions.

• Adapt to changing project contexts and requirements.

Conditions of the job

• Based in Raya Kobo Woreda, with frequent travel to field sites.

• May require irregular hours or weekend work in emergency contexts.

• Subject to the terms of national staff employment policies.

Employment Term: 8-month contract                     

Reported to: Health Program Manager

Required positions: 1 (One)

The selected candidate will start: April 28, 2025

Deadline to apply:  May 7, 2025

Job Requirements

Education & Professional experience

Qualifications and Experience

BSC/MSC degree in health (MD, Public health, or related field)

Advanced degree in public health or related field

Experience: Minimum 2 years in humanitarian health project management

Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Experience in insecure/volatile environments and INGO experience Technical Skills Medical protocols, data analysis, training delivery, and pharmacy management Familiarity with health information systems (DHIS2, DAGU 2 etc.)IT Skills Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)Data visualization and reporting tools Language Fluency in English and the local language Soft Skills Strong leadership, teamwork, adaptability, communication, cultural sensitivity Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills

How to Apply

Interested applicants are required to fill the application form through THIS LINK

NB: Candidates who can join quickly will be considered for this recruitment process.

 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply.

Early application is advantageous we will start the long listing before the end date of the vacancy, and we will close the vacancy if we get a suitable candidate before the deadline.

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