Medical Doctor at Lindii Peace Foundation (LPF)

Duty Description 

• The Medical Doctor will be an integral member of the health team, directly contributing to the delivery of high-quality medical services in field locations.
• He/she will provide clinical care, support health program implementation, and ensure that patient care meets organizational and national standards.
• The role requires close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to identify health needs, respond to medical challenges, and ensure effective service delivery in supported communities.
• The role is ideal for a medical professional who is passionate about making a tangible impact in the humanitarian settings and is adaptable to dynamic field environments.

Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care & Case Management:

• Provide high-quality medical care and treatment to patients in accordance with national and international standards and LPF protocols.
• Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic illnesses in project location.
• Ensure rational prescription and proper use of medicines and medical supplies.
• Oversee infection prevention and control measures at the health facility and during outreach activities.
• Refer patients needing specialized care in accordance with established referral pathways.

Program Support and Coordination:

• Participate in health assessments, outreach, and mobile clinic activities as required.
• Collaborate with LPF’s multi-sectoral teams (Nutrition, WASH, Protection, etc.) to ensure integrated service delivery.
• Support health education and community sensitization on key health issues.

Reporting and Quality Assurance:

• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records and reports.
• Contribute to periodic project reports, data collection, and analysis for program improvement.
• Participate in internal and external meetings, trainings, and capacity-building sessions as required.

Accountability and Safeguarding:

• Uphold LPF’s values, humanitarian principles, and safeguarding standards.
• Ensure patient confidentiality and ethical medical practice at all times.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or equivalent medical degree from a recognized institution.
• Valid and current license to practice medicine in Nigeria.
• Minimum of 3 years’ post-qualification experience, preferably with at least 1 year in a humanitarian or NGO setting.
• Experience in primary healthcare, emergency response, or public health is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to work effectively in resource-limited, high-stress, and culturally diverse environments.

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent clinical and diagnostic skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
• Experience in quantitative and qualitative data collection and reporting.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Fluent in English and at least one local language (Hausa or Kanuri).

Personal Attributes:

• High level of integrity, trustworthiness, and commitment to LPF’s core values.
• Resilience, adaptability, and flexibility to operate effectively under challenging conditions.
• Sensitivity to gender, diversity, and cultural differences.
• Ability to make accurate self-assessments and operate with self-awareness in high-stress contexts.