Job Opportunity: Midwife Supervisor
Organization: Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
Location: Liwale, Lindi, Tanzania
Employment Type: Full-Time (100%)
Application Deadline: 7th February 2025, 4:00 PM
About Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an independent, international medical humanitarian organization dedicated to delivering emergency aid to people affected by conflicts, epidemics, natural disasters, and exclusion from healthcare. MSF provides assistance based solely on need, upholding the principles of neutrality and impartiality in all its operations.
Position Summary
We are seeking a Midwife Supervisor to oversee clinical activities and ensure the delivery of high-quality midwifery care at our Liwale project in Lindi. The role involves supervising midwifery services in collaboration with the Ministry of Health (MOH) at selected health facilities, supporting maternal and child healthcare.
Key Responsibilities
- Team Supervision: Manage and evaluate midwives, assistants, and support staff, including planning work schedules, supervising clinical activities, and promoting teamwork across departments.
- Clinical Oversight: Supervise maternity services in peripheral health facilities, including antenatal, delivery, postnatal care, family planning, and vaccinations. Collaborate with the Medical Doctor for patient care requiring specialized attention.
- Hygiene Standards: Ensure adherence to universal hygiene protocols, infection prevention measures, and bio-hazard precautions within medical premises.
- Equipment and Supplies Management: Monitor medical device usage, ensure minor maintenance is conducted, and oversee stock levels of essential supplies.
- Reporting: Maintain accurate records of clinical activities, patient data, and departmental reports to reflect overall performance and achievements.
- Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Support: Train maternity staff to identify and provide care to survivors of sexual and gender-based violence, following established protocols.
Specific Context and Project Overview
Since December 2022, MSF’s Liwale project has been supporting seven health facilities in the district, providing integrated maternal and child healthcare services. This includes:
- Community-based, primary, and secondary care.
- Recruitment and empowerment of healthcare workers.
- Support for medical supplies, training, quality care improvement, referrals, and facility rehabilitation.
Minimum Requirements
- Education: Diploma in Midwifery with a valid midwifery license to practice.
- Experience: Minimum of two years in a supervisory or in-charge role.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and internet use.
- Languages: Fluency in English and Kiswahili (both written and spoken).
- Key Competencies:
- Results and quality orientation.
- Strong teamwork and cooperation skills.
- Flexibility and adaptability.
- Commitment to MSF principles and stress management.
Why Join Us?
At MSF, we foster an inclusive work culture that values diversity and equal opportunity. Women and individuals from minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
MSF prioritizes creating safe and respectful workplaces, with zero tolerance for any form of abuse, discrimination, or harassment.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- A motivation letter.
- An updated CV.
- Copies of relevant professional certificates.
Submission Guidelines:
- Quote the job title “Midwife Supervisor” in the email subject line.
- Email applications to: MSFCH-Tanzania-Recruitment@geneva.msf.org.
- Physical applications can also be submitted to any of the following MSF offices:
- Uporoto Street, Plot No. 74, House No. 22, Ursino Estate, Victoria, Dar es Salaam.
- Nduta Refugee Camp, Kibondo District.
- MSF Guest House or Office in Kibondo or Liwale, Lindi.
Data Privacy
By applying, you consent to MSF using your personal data exclusively for recruitment purposes. Your information will remain confidential and accessible only to those directly involved in the recruitment process. MSF does not sell personal data under any circumstances.
For inquiries, contact msfch-tanzania-hrmanager@geneva.msf.org.
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