Job Openings at Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF)

Contract: Fixed term contract and Working hours according to Nigerian law

Overview

• MSF has been active in Katsina since February 2021 after carrying an exploratory mission that end up with an opening of the project under the Emergency-Cell.
• Currently, MSF is running 1 ITFC (Inpatient Therapeutic Feeding Centre) in Katsina in the KofarSauri PHCC and 5 ATFC (Ambulatory Therapeutic Feeding Centre) including 4 in Jibia LGA (Magama, Daddara, GubiMagaria and Riko) and 1 in Katsina (KofarMarusa).
• There is ongoing plan to implement additional ATFC in Mashi and Mani LGA.

Accountabilities / Responsibilities (non-exhaustive list)

• Supporting the Logistics Manager in the implementation, monitoring, maintaining, and trouble-shooting of Water Hygiene Sanitation activities and infrastructure in the project according to MSF protocols, standards and procedures in order to improve health and living conditions of the target population.
• Carrying out tasks directly related to the Watsan activities such as construction and maintenance of infrastructures in the project according to MSF protocols and standards concerning the operation of water supply, waste management and excreta disposal, hy giene and infection control
• Ensuring the cleaning and maintenance of the Watsan structures and when applicable, of the medical facilities
• Identifying, recruiting, training and supervising daily labourers or hygiene agents for Watsan activities
• Informing the Watsan Supervisor/Base /facility log of any difficulties, anomalies and problems that may affect the normal functioning of activities and tasks in his/her area of responsibility
• Assisting the Watsan Supervisor / Log base in Watsan data collection and reporting, as well as maintaining updated files and records of assigned project activities
• Being responsible for equipment, tools, and consumables, verifying that they are safely used and maintained. Reporting to the supervisor any need of renewal and them weekly/monthly consumption
• Under the Log Manager’s responsibility, implementing and ensuring the proper functioning of the health facilities and structures in matters linked to maintenance and improvement of waste management (segregation by proper usage of color coded bins, storage and transportaiton to waste zone areas), sanitation and hygiene, water management, stock and supply, etc.) in accordance with MSF standards and protocols
• Under the Log Manager’s supervision, participate in the clinic Hygiene Committee with MSF or/and MoH collaboration to support waste segregation and proper sanitation/hygiene practices in MSF supported clinics (Unguwa Uku, Tudun Fulan and MCH).
• Collecting all waste from MSF-supported clinics and ensure the proper management of needles and glass waste (sharp waste).
• Complying with all the safety rules regarding the use of the incinerator, taking care of his/her own safety, particularly by wearing provided protection equipment. Including keeping the incinerator in good working order.
• Managing the water of the entire clinic facility including ofiice and guest house
• On a daily basis prepare chlorine solution and conduct daily water test to ensure residual chlorine/pH levels are to standard and ensure the record are keep and Analyzed monthly
• Ensuring that the installation and maintenance of the functional spaces of medical offices are inadequate conditions
• Maintaining and servicing the MSF responsible premises including but not limited to electrical, plumbing, carpentry and small repairs.
• In collaboration with the clinical team, Support Logsup and Logbase on basic maintenance and upkeep of all biomedical equipment (sterilization room and cold chain)
• Support Logbase and ensure adequate fuel stock available for generator at clinic. Cleaning and securing generator and diesel storage area making sure service timing is respected according to MSF standards. Recording running hours and services in logbook.
• Reporting to Logistics Manager any problems and issues as they arise and any incidents that may compromise the safety of the clinic.
• Submitting and updating basic follow-up monthly reports and tools (biomedical maintenance chronogramme, information on waste management).
• Participate to sanitation audits under the direct supervision of the Log Manager.
• Reproting: providing monthly report of his activities stating achievement, challenges and action plan.

Requirements
Education:

• Technical certification or proven background, desirable specialization in water and sanitation
• Organizational abilities

Experience:

• Previous experience in technical work and WATSAN.

Languages:

• English language essential, local language desirable.

Knowledge:

• Computer literacy.

Competences:

• Results and Quality Orientation
• Teamwork and Cooperation
• Behavioural Flexibility
• Commitment to MSF Principles
• Stress Management.

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Contract: Fixed term contract and Working hours according to Nigerian law

Accountabilities / Responsibilities (non-exhaustive list)

• Transporting MSF staff, patients and materials under good safety conditions and responsible for the fleet maintenance and the appropriate use and maintenance of MSF vehicles, in accordance with MSF rules, standards and protocols in order to have the vehicles in optimal running conditions
• As driver, performing the tasks of transporting authorized goods and passengers in an MSF vehicle, ensuring its technical and safety conditions and respecting the country's traffic rules and MSF security rules in order to provide a safe, smooth and efficient service. Responsibilities are same as stated in the Driver JP (as per attached).
• As mechanic, in charge of maintaining all MSF vehicles and generators, ensuring that they are in good working condition and that they have the necessary materials and equipment, such as tools, emergency box, radio, spare parts, etc. Tasks includes fixing minor mechanical problems and liaising with the Fleet Supervisor / Logistics Supervisor for major mechanical problems. Ensuring that staff have and uses the appropriate protective materials
• Maintaining up to date and accurate department stock cards and tracking the consumption and condition of products dedicated to MSF vehicles. Using materials according to MSF policies and procedures and in collaboration with the Supply Chain Supervisor, preparing the monthly local purchase order.
• For the fleet management, responsible for planning and organizing the weekly check-up and service of the vehicles according to MSF policies and procedures. After every service, repair and check-up, completing the necessary documents, such as logbook, check-up sheet and monthly report. Reporting any mechanical breakdown to the logistics manager.
• Ensuring that all cars have the required papers and equipment (road-books, triangle, fire extinguisher, road triangle, spare oil, coolant, map, insurance driver licenses, matriculation, etc)
• With the Logistics Manager, identifying training needed by the drivers and making appropriate recommendations regarding the appropriate trainer.
• Providing the logistics manager with a monthly report addressing at a minimum, the progression of activities, the difficulties encountered and the plan of action for the following months.
• Performing, under the support of OCP Mechanics the following:
  • Monthly maintenance checks for all of MSF vehicles and generators in Kano to ensure they are in perfect condition for their use.
  • Conduct autonomously all the Service A for MSF vehicles
  • Conduct, under the supervision of MSF OCP Mechanics / Katsina, any service C for MSF vehicles. Services can be done in Katsina or Kano, as per the OCP Mechanics / Katsina recommendation and decision from the logistics manager

This includes the following tasks

• Performing maintenance according to the instructions in the logbook, ensuring all type of services to all vehicles are done on time (i.e. mini A, medium B and full C, and special services referred in logbook when possible)
• Testing all vehicles after each service is concluded and before it is handed back to its driver.
• Keeping record of vehicle’s driver remarks, and carrying out repairs if needed (vehicles and other mechanical equipment) and filling in service, repair or vehicle log book. Reporting to the line manager any problem related to MSF vehicles o In the case of a breakdown, making a diagnosis, informing the line manager and after approval carrying out any complex / advanced repairs needed.
• Following up the validity of all documents (annual inspections, insurance or any other required documents)
• Assisting in the briefing or training of drivers regarding vehicle services and maintenance
• Managing the stock of consumable items, filling in the stock cards, carrying out physical stock inventories, executing orders necessary for renewing stock, avoiding any shortage
• Responsible for the equipment and Tools, including Radio Equipment extinguishers, checking they are correctly and safely used, maintaining and renewing them when necessary and keeping the inventory updated
• Keeping workshop and its surrounding clean and tidy.
• Ensuring that all record sheets and books related to maintenance are always completed and preparing needed reports before and after any repair or required maintenance
• Carry out quarterly evaluation of external workshop in case of sub-contracting as well as heavy and light Vehicle renting
• Reporting : Comply monthly Mechanic report for generator and vehicle clearly stating maintenance carried out within the month and action plan for coming months

Minimum Requirements

• Essential Technical Certification or proven experience in automotive mechanic and organization abilities
• Essential 2 years minimum of previous experience in technical work as assistant mechanic
• Valid driving license for vehicles
• Desirable in MSF or other NGOs
• English required, additional local languages essential.
• Desirable knowledge of basic mechanics
• Commitment, Flexibility, Stress Management, Results, Teamwork, Service.