{"id":3474,"date":"2026-04-07T14:02:16","date_gmt":"2026-04-07T14:02:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/tanzania\/job\/obstetrician-gynaecologist-at-medecins-sans\/"},"modified":"2026-04-15T00:50:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T00:50:12","slug":"obstetrician-gynaecologist-at-medecins-sans","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/tanzania\/?post_type=job_listing&p=3474","title":{"rendered":"Obstetrician Gynaecologist at M\u00e9decins Sans"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>JOB VACANCY \u2013- FULL TIME \u2013 100%M\u00e9decins Sans Fronti\u00e8res (MSF) is an international, independent, medical humanitarian organisation that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural disasters and exclusion from healthcare. MSF offers assistance to people based on need, irrespective of race, religion, gender or political affiliation. MSF is therefore guided by the principles of neutrality and impartiality. These principles must apply to all MSF staff.<br \/>\n\u00a0<br \/>\nTitle:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Obstetrician Gynaecologist<br \/>\nDirect Reports:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Project Medical Referent<br \/>\nLocation:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Liwale, Lindi<\/p>\n<p>MAIN PURPOSE<br \/>\nImplement gynaecological and obstetric procedures, performing any other prior treatment required, during pregnancy or immediately after a woman has given birth in order to improve women\u2019s reproductive health and to reduce pregnancy, delivery and neonatology risks. This will be done in accordance with MSF and\/or Tanzanian policies, protocols and universal hygiene standards and in multidisciplinary collaboration with other medical doctors and midwife, nursing services.<br \/>\n\u00a0<br \/>\nACCOUNTABILITIES<br \/>\n\u00a0<br \/>\nGeneral<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Provide health care related to gynaecology and obstetrics to patients, including prevention, diagnosis and treatment.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ensure the implementation of MSF clinical policies, tools, guidelines and protocols related to gynaecology and obstetrics in order to minimize clinical risk and to extend best reproductive practices.<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 In collaboration with other medical colleagues, carry out the collection of quantitative gynaecological data and ensure exhaustive use of management tools to improve gynaecological results and to share knowledge among other field specialists.<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Plan and supervise the HR associated processes (recruitment, training, performance evaluation, development and internal\/external communication) of the gynaecological staff in order to ensure both an efficient sizing and the amount of knowledge required, to improve people\u2019s capabilities and their active participation in influencing the targeted population using preventive practices. This will be done in close coordination with the HR department<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Supervise the maintenance and running of gynaecological equipment and drug consumption, preparing new orders when required and ensuring its rational use as well as that pharmacy stock levels are permanently updated and available. This will be done in cooperation with the pharmacist and logistic staff and the management.<\/p>\n<p>Clinical and Quality Care Improvement<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Provide specialist obstetric and gynecological care for complicated pregnancies and deliveries.<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Provide leadership in surgical obstetric care, including complex deliveries and gynecological emergencies.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Participate in 24\/7 on-call coverage for emergency obstetric care<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Implement MOH and MSF standardized clinical protocols for labor management and surgical decision-making.<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Promote\u00a0appropriate use\u00a0of: Partograph monitoring and\u00a0assisted\u00a0vaginal delivery where\u00a0appropriate.<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Conduct\u00a0regular C-section audits\u00a0to\u00a0evaluate: Indications,\u00a0Outcomes,\u00a0Avoidable surgeries<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ensure adherence to: Surgical antibiotic prophylaxis and participate in quarterly rational drug prescription analysis<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Collaborate with surgical and nursing teams to improve\u00a0operating theatre standards.<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Lead maternal death reviews and near-miss audits and identify avoidable factors and system gaps.<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Collaborate with\u00a0Midwife Activity manager and maternity team to perform patient\u00a0safety\u00a0incident\u00a0(PSI) analysis and ensure immediate reporting within 72 hours of incidence.<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Implement\u00a0continuous (24\/7)\u00a0telemedicine referral coordination between\u00a0district hospital, primary health\u00a0facilities\u00a0and tertiary care centers to support\u00a0timely\u00a0gynecological consultation and patient management.<br \/>\n\u00a0<br \/>\nTeam capacity building and Mentorship<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Train and mentor for Medical officers, clinical officers and midwives<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Conduct\u00a0regular bedside teaching and case discussions\u00a0with medical doctors and midwives<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Provide training\u00a0plans and implementation\u00a0on:\u00a0ALSO topics such as Shoulder Dystocia, Cord prolapse,\u00a0breech delivery, vacuum assisted delivery in collaboration with Midwife Activity Manager to Medical doctors and Midwives.<br \/>\n\u00a0<br \/>\nMonitoring, Data, and Reporting<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Maintain accurate maternity and surgical records.<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Monitor key indicators such as:\u00a0Maternal mortality ratio,\u00a0C-section\u00a0rate\u00a0and\u00a0Post-operative\u00a0infection rate.<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ensure your team members\u00a0document\u00a0accurately\u00a0pre operative\u00a0checklist and surgical site infection surveillance forms for every surgical case.<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Facilitate medical doctors, nurses and midwives develop a culture of complete and accurate patient file documentations<\/p>\n<p>Minimum Educational Qualification:\u00a0Master\u2019s degree in Gynecology from recognized university, essential as a Gynecology Specialist<br \/>\nExperience:\u00a0<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Essential at least\u00a03-year\u00a0certified work experience in Gynecology\u00a0and Obstetrics<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Desirable previous experience with MSF or other NGOs in developing countries<br \/>\nKnowledge:\u00a0Essential computer literacy (WORD, EXCEL)<br \/>\nLanguages:\u00a0 Essential English and Swahili<br \/>\nBasic Salary:\u00a04,250,000 tzs\/month, non-negotiable<br \/>\n2% seniority added after 12 months of service, additional 2% for every 12 months<br \/>\nOther benefits will be explained during the oral interview<br \/>\nWomen, people living with a disability or any person feeling like being part of a minority is encouraged to apply. MSF is dedicated to fostering a safe work environment with zero tolerance for any form of abuse.<br \/>\n\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Sharing is Caring! 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