Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders)
Position: Nursing Team Supervisor
Industry: Company Humanitarian Aid
Employment Type: Full-Time
Placement: Sokoto, Sokoto State
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Job Description
Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders) is seeking candidates for a position in Nursing Team Supervisor based in Sokoto, Sokoto State. If you are interested in this opportunity, please review the details below.
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is a global leader in providing emergency medical aid to people affected by conflicts, epidemics, natural disasters, and those excluded from healthcare services. Our organization operates with impartiality and neutrality, providing assistance based solely on need, irrespective of race, religion, gender, or political affiliation. In Sokoto, Nigeria, MSF is committed to delivering essential healthcare services and is seeking a dedicated Nursing Team Supervisor to join our team.
As the Nursing Team Supervisor, you will play a crucial role in the planning, coordination, and supervision of vaccination activities within the region. You will work closely with the Ministry of Health (MoH) supervisor and other stakeholders to lead and supervise multiple vaccination teams. Your responsibilities will include ensuring efficient deployment of teams, adherence to vaccination protocols and safety standards, and effective management of logistics and stock movements. Additionally, you will oversee quality assurance measures, community engagement efforts, and accurate data collection and reporting.
The Nursing Team Supervisor will participate in site planning and activity timetables, conduct health facility assessments, and develop training plans for vaccination teams. You will lead end-of-day debriefings, monitor team performance, and ensure adherence to MSF and MoH guidelines. The role requires strong leadership skills to provide guidance, support, and mentorship to vaccination teams, promoting a respectful and welcoming environment during vaccination activities.
Job Detail
Responsibilities
- Participate in site planning and activity timetable development.
- Conduct health facility assessments as required.
- Develop training plans and content for vaccination teams.
- Lead and supervise multiple vaccination teams, providing guidance and support.
- Conduct end-of-day debriefings to address challenges and concerns.
- Coordinate logistical deployment of vaccination teams across different sites.
- Ensure effective crowd control and management of cold chain at vaccination sites.
- Manage stock movements and ensure adherence to waste management procedures.
- Ensure adherence to vaccination protocols, safety standards, and infection control measures.
- Report adverse effects and needle-stick injuries according to established mechanisms.
- Collaborate with Health Promotion and Community Engagement teams to engage stakeholders.
- Address community concerns, misconceptions, and barriers to vaccination.
- Ensure accurate data collection, registration, and reporting at all vaccination sites.
- Participate in daily data analysis and maintain communication with nursing activity manager.
Job Requirements
Before applying, please take the time to thoroughly review and comprehend the job requirements outlined below. Ensuring that you meet all the specified criteria will significantly enhance your candidacy for the Nursing Team Supervisor position at Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders):
Qualifications
- Degree in Nursing.
- Essential 2 years of previous experience.
- Experience with MSF or other NGOs in developing countries is desirable.
Education Requirements
- Degree in Nursing.
Experience Requirements
- Essential 2 years of previous experience.
- Experience with MSF or other NGOs in developing countries is desirable.
Skills
- Nursing skills.
- Office administration.
- Management skills.
- Quality control and supervision.
- Research planning.
- Medical knowledge.
Salary, Benefits and incentive
Provided below are the offerings in terms of salary, benefits, and incentives awaiting you in the role of Nursing Team Supervisor at Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders):
Salary
NGN 1,500,000 - 2,000,000 per-Year.
Job Benefits
- Health insurance coverage.
- Accommodation provided by MSF.
- Travel allowances for official duties.
- Professional development opportunities.
Incentive Compensation
- Performance-based bonuses.
- Annual leave benefits.
Date posted: July 13, 2024
Posted on: Sokoto
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