Medical Coordinator

MDM France

Details / requirements:

Médecins du Monde (MdM) is an international humanitarian organization providing medical care to vulnerable populations while fighting for equal access to healthcare worldwide.

MdM is currently working in a project in Sindhupalchowk aiming at reducing maternal and newborn mortality, through combined microfinance and sexual and reproductive health services (SRH). Besides, MdM will explore in 2015 opportunities to develop a new project in the field of SRH and rights.

In order to support its team, Médecins du Monde is seeking a Medical Coordinator

Position: Medical Coordinator

Location: Chautara (operational base) and Kathmandu, with frequent visits to VDCs in Sindupalchowk. 

Start date: 16th  February 2015

Duration: one year (subject to renewal if the project is extended)

Closing date for applications: 4th  February 2015

Scope of the Role:

  • Coordination of medical activities and participation in the design new activities
  • Team management, support and supervision of MdM program medical staff
  • Coordination with NGOs, international organizations & local associations
  • Follow up of medical issues, sharing of information with MdM medical advisor
  • Writing of medical part of reports & contributes to general coordinator updates

Qualification & Experience: 

  • Medical Doctor, midwife or nurse (Bachelor’s Degree), with atleast 2 years of experience in SRH (Mandatory)
  • Experience in team management with atleast 2 years experience with INGO (Mandatory)
  • Practical field experience, as well as in needs assessment and project evaluation
  • Knowledge of public health issues 
  • Capacity to create relationships with national health services and communities 

Personal Skills:

  • Fluent in English with excellent writing and communication skills
  • Capacity to work with partners 
  • Ability to listen, Diplomacy, Reactivity, anticipation, adaptability, capacity to take initiatives
  • Good computer skills

How to apply:

send an update CV and Cover Letter at info.mdmfrance@gmail.com (Ref: Medical Coordinator) or Médecins du Monde MdM France - Kupundole Height, Lalitpur G.P.O.Box: 3539, Kathmandu, Nepal

Applications from women, minority, indigenous and underrepresented groups are highly encouraged

"Médecins du Monde" is a nongovernmental, non profit making and non political organization. Every employee must respect the principals of independence, non-discrimination, professionalism and transparency”

 

Overview

Category Medical / Nursing
Openings 1
Experience 2+ years
Education Please check vacancy details
Posted Date 14 Jan, 2015
Apply Before 04 Feb, 2015
City