The Gynecologist and Obstetrician is responsible for the overall SRH service in Abala Hospital and work closely alongside with the existing staff in the Hospital to ensure that basic SRH services like CEmONC , BEmONC , clinical treatment of rape survivors  etc are resumed or reinforced . This position will be responsible for ensuring all curative SRH services at the Hospital and its catchment population.  This position holder will directly report to the Hospital Medical Director/CEO.

JOB RESPONSIBITIES

Essential Duties / Responsibilities:

• Direct and coordinate activities of SRH in the Hospital

• Diagnose disease and prescribe and administer therapy medication for client

• Perform Cesarean sections and SRH surgical procedures as needed

• Manage and treat complications on SRH service like delivery, abortion, family planning service

• Provide medical and psychological services for rape survivors

• Provide standardized SRH trainings CEmONC , BEmONC , clinical treatment of rape etc for the existing staff and staff from nearby facilities together with Afar Regional Health Bureau experts and MTI Health and Nutrition Manager

• Coach co-workers how to do essential procedures

• Determine the kind of medical tools, equipment’s and medical supplies needed for future long-term service of the Hospital

• Participate in supportive supervision of SRH services in some of the health centers together with MTI MHNT teams and Government counterparts.

• Perform other duties assigned by the Hospital Medical Director or CEO

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS

This position requires frequent travel to health facilities located in remote areas with very basic living conditions.

Required No: 1

Department:  Medical

Team: Program Teams

Reports to (position): Field Coordinator 

Work Days & Hours: Monday-Saturday, 40-48 hours/week, occasional weekends and public holidays

Travel: Regular travel to field offices

Job Requirements

EDUCATION, LICENSES, & CERTFICATION

• MD + Specialty in Gynecology and Obstetrics (OBGYN)

EXPERIENCE

• At least 2 years of experience working at Hospital after qualified as Gynecologist and Obstetrician. Must have valid license to operate as Gynecology and Obstetrics Specialist

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of development & humanitarian principles and concepts

• Fluent spoken and written Amharic and English.

• Strong interpersonal and team skills 

• Proven ability to be flexible in demanding situations

• Excellent communicator

• Ability to adapt to a changing environment

• Knowledge of humanitarian principles and operations

• Knowledge of MOH and WHO health systems and policies

• Knowledge of the local language is an added advantage 

SKILLS:

• Skilled in communications using e.mail, Teams, and other communication channels

• Emotionally and spiritually mature

• Team player – practical, desire to support the field teams.  

• Understanding and sensitivity to cross cultural issues

• Flexible and adaptable to ever changing environments

• Ability to remain calm under pressure

• Able to build new relationships and gain people’s trust quickly

• Integrity in representing Medical Teams and willing to serve the disadvantaged population in remote areas.

ABILITIES:

• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment

• Keen interest to mentor others.

• Ability to prioritize tasks

• Ability to support MTI calling and adhere to MTI code of conduct 

How to Apply

Submit your CV via email: ethiopiarecruitment@medicalteams.org

N.B: Use " OBGN Specialist  " as the subject line of your email