Specialized Technician at Medecins Sans Frontieres

Job Profile

• Do all necessary repair, maintenance and construction work according to his/her specialization (i.e. plumbing, electricity, carpentry, boreholes, radios, computers, etc?)
• Perform any needed tests after any repair or maintenance.
• Work in collaboration with other specialized technicians and workers, if necessary.
• Ensure that there are adequate stocks of consumables and materials for minor repairs and manage those stocks; place orders in good time.
• Keep specialized technician working area clean and tidy.
• Look after all equipment and tools provided.
• Ensure correct use of extinguishers as well as know where they are located.
• Ensure that all record sheets and books related to logistical maintenance are always completed.
• Prepare needed reports before and after any repair or required maintenance.
• Ensure that line manager is informed of any problems that might be linked to MSF
• Make suggestions regarding any repair or maintenance work needed in MSF
• Assist logistics department for any relative work needed.
• Immediately inform the line manager of any problems that arise in the course of the work, particularly with regard to damage, loss, theft or attempted break-ins.

Working Conditions

• Fixed-term contract with probation period
• Candidates must be flexible with working hours

Location

• Borno (Maimusari, Gwange, Bolori…)

Skills and Qualifications

• Essential secondary education and formal technical training
• MSF experience desirable or at least one years’ experience in a similar post out of MSF
• English spoken and written and local language desirable
• Good knowledge of Maiduguri
• Essential computer literacy (word, excel)
• Ability to react quickly and manage stress to stay calm in all situations
• Reliability, service-oriented, respect of confidentiality and capacity to work in a team

Method of Application

Send motivation letter with updated CV and other relevant documents (copy of driving license, education certificates, work certificate, valid identification etc) to:

MSF OFFICE (N0 80 Benue Road, Old GRA, Maiduguri Borno State)

Or by email to: msff-abuja-recruitment@paris.msf.org

Deadline:  Completed applications must be received by 4th August, 2016 at 5:00pm