Waste Area Technician at Medecins Sans Frontieres

Main Purpose

• Performing autonomously, specific complex / advanced installation, maintenance works and repairs depending on the technician’s specialization (requiring special/qualifications/training), according to the supervisor’s instructions and MSF standards and procedures, in order to ensure a proper functioning and maintenance of MSF equipment, installations and infrastructures.

Accountabilities

• Ensure the safe reception, segregation, handling, and disposal of waste in accordance with MSF waste management protocols.
• Carry out first‑level repairs, as well as preventive and corrective maintenance of waste‑area infrastructure, equipment, and tools.
• Maintain the safety and functionality of waste‑area facilities, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Monitor and manage tools, equipment, and consumables in the waste area, including stock control, stock cards, and regular inventories to avoid shortages.
• Ensure proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times during waste‑handling activities.
• Keep the waste area and workspaces clean, organized, and secure at all times.
• Complete and maintain accurate records, logbooks, and reports related to waste management, maintenance, and incidents.
• Immediately report any incidents, damages, losses, safety risks, or irregularities to the line manager.
• Work in close collaboration with WATSAN, logistics, and other technical staff, and support or supervise workers when required.
• Monitor waste‑management activities and supplies to ensure continuous, safe operations within the project.

Requirements
Education

• Essential: High School or technical certificate.

Experience

• Essential: Previous Position with follow-up and application of procedures
• Desirable: Experience in waste management.

Knowledge
Competencies:

• Essential: project working language (English), Desirable: Hausa
• Computer skills and repair skills (manual skills, thoroughness, method) are desirable
• Commitment to MSF Principles L1
• Behavioural Flexibility L1, Stress Management L, Results and Quality Orientation L2, Team-work and Cooperation L1, Service Orientation L1.

Remuneration
According to MSF salary scale, plus 13th month allowance equivalent to 1 month of gross salary