Primary Health Care Doctors Needed

FHI 360, is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology - creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories.

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of:

Position: Primary Health Care Doctor

Job ID: 18588

Location: Ngala LGA, Dikwa

Slot: 2

Job Description

* Northeast Nigeria is currently facing a growing humanitarian crisis with a vast number of Internally Displaced Persons in need of emergency assistance.

* These IDPs are living among host communities, lacking access to livelihoods and resources, ultimately leading to unprecedented levels of malnutrition and food insecurity.

* FHI 360 has been working in Nigeria for over 30 years and is now expanding activities in Borno state to respond to the IDP crisis.

* FHI 360 is expanding its expertise by responding to this humanitarian crisis through integrated WASH, Health and Protection interventions

Job Summary / Responsibilities

* The Doctor will triage, examine, diagnose and treat patients in need of primary health care at the FHI 360-funded medical clinic. Based on the diagnosis, the doctor will prescribe appropriate treatment to patients and suggest follow up as required.

Qualifications

* 1 to 3 years work experience as a medical officer

* Must be fluent in English and Hausa

* Must be a licensed Medical Doctor

* Previous experience working with a humanitarian organization is desirable.

Remuneration

We offer competitive compensation and an outstanding benefit package

Application Closing Date

21st May, 2017.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should:

Click here to apply online

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