Job ID
42959
Job Title
DEPUTY PROJECT MEDICAL REFERENT
To work for
Médecins Sans Frontières - Spain
Country
Syria
City
Daraa
Field of Work
Medicine/Nursing
Job Type
Full time
Responsibilities
Support the PMR in ensuring the smooth, safe, and effective functioning of the medical activities within MSF-supported services at Nawa Hospital, with particular attention to quality of care, referral systems, emergency response, interdepartmental coordination, and co-management with the Department of Health (DOH).
Medical Program Oversight
• Support the PMR in monitoring, evaluating, and improving the implementation of medical activities in maternity, neonatal care, OT, sterilization, and referral systems.
• Ensure adherence to MSF protocols and national clinical guidelines, identifying gaps and proposing context adapted solutions.
• Ensure that emergency obstetric and neonatal care services meet quality standards and respond to the needs of the population, especially for high-risk cases.
Field Support & Supervision
• Conduct regular on-site visits to maternity, neonatal, OT, sterilization, and referral points to support clinical teams, MSF supervisors, and DOH co-managers in improving patient care and coordination.
• Provide on-the-ground coaching or technical support when needed, particularly during complex or critical cases.
Co-management & Stakeholder Collaboration
• Actively participate in the co-management system with DOH supervisors to ensure shared decision-making, mutual learning, and accountability.
• Foster good collaboration and joint problem-solving between MSF and DOH staff across all services.
• Support representation with local health authorities and stakeholders, acting on behalf of the PMR when delegated.
Referral Pathways & External Coordination
• Oversee and optimize internal and external referral systems, ensuring timely and appropriate transfers for maternal, neonatal, and surgical emergencies.
• Liaise with ambulance teams, referral facilities, and the ER to ensure a continuum of care.
Emergency Preparedness & MCI Response
• Act as focal point or support for Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) preparedness and response at the hospital level.
• Ensure that MCI protocols are known and practiced by medical staff, in collaboration with DOH and MSF supervisors.
Collaboration with Medical Support Services
• Collaborate closely with the IPC Supervisor to ensure implementation of infection prevention and control measures in all critical areas (maternity, OT, sterilization, neonatal).
• Support the Pharmacy Supervisor in international and local medical supply management, including order planning, consumption monitoring, and rational use of medications.
• Coordinate with the Logistics and WASH teams to ensure the medical departments have adequate support and resources (equipment, supplies, maintenance, etc.).
Medical HR Management
• Support the PMR in managing the medical team’s HR needs: recruitment, performance evaluations, capacity-building, mentoring, and leave planning.
• Support orientation for new medical staff and facilitate collaborative team dynamics between MSF and DOH colleagues.
Planning & Reporting
• Contribute to the annual planning, budget preparation, and donor reporting processes under the guidance of the PMR.
• Assist in the collection, analysis, and reporting of medical data to monitor trends and inform decision-making.
Staff Health & Medical Support
• Support the implementation of MSF staff health protocols in the project.
• Be ready to substitute doctors, nurses, or other medical personnel in exceptional circumstances or emergencies.
Other Tasks
• Perform any other duties delegated by the PMR or coordination team, in line with the project’s objectives and evolving context.
Medical Program Oversight
• Support the PMR in monitoring, evaluating, and improving the implementation of medical activities in maternity, neonatal care, OT, sterilization, and referral systems.
• Ensure adherence to MSF protocols and national clinical guidelines, identifying gaps and proposing context adapted solutions.
• Ensure that emergency obstetric and neonatal care services meet quality standards and respond to the needs of the population, especially for high-risk cases.
Field Support & Supervision
• Conduct regular on-site visits to maternity, neonatal, OT, sterilization, and referral points to support clinical teams, MSF supervisors, and DOH co-managers in improving patient care and coordination.
• Provide on-the-ground coaching or technical support when needed, particularly during complex or critical cases.
Co-management & Stakeholder Collaboration
• Actively participate in the co-management system with DOH supervisors to ensure shared decision-making, mutual learning, and accountability.
• Foster good collaboration and joint problem-solving between MSF and DOH staff across all services.
• Support representation with local health authorities and stakeholders, acting on behalf of the PMR when delegated.
Referral Pathways & External Coordination
• Oversee and optimize internal and external referral systems, ensuring timely and appropriate transfers for maternal, neonatal, and surgical emergencies.
• Liaise with ambulance teams, referral facilities, and the ER to ensure a continuum of care.
Emergency Preparedness & MCI Response
• Act as focal point or support for Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) preparedness and response at the hospital level.
• Ensure that MCI protocols are known and practiced by medical staff, in collaboration with DOH and MSF supervisors.
Collaboration with Medical Support Services
• Collaborate closely with the IPC Supervisor to ensure implementation of infection prevention and control measures in all critical areas (maternity, OT, sterilization, neonatal).
• Support the Pharmacy Supervisor in international and local medical supply management, including order planning, consumption monitoring, and rational use of medications.
• Coordinate with the Logistics and WASH teams to ensure the medical departments have adequate support and resources (equipment, supplies, maintenance, etc.).
Medical HR Management
• Support the PMR in managing the medical team’s HR needs: recruitment, performance evaluations, capacity-building, mentoring, and leave planning.
• Support orientation for new medical staff and facilitate collaborative team dynamics between MSF and DOH colleagues.
Planning & Reporting
• Contribute to the annual planning, budget preparation, and donor reporting processes under the guidance of the PMR.
• Assist in the collection, analysis, and reporting of medical data to monitor trends and inform decision-making.
Staff Health & Medical Support
• Support the implementation of MSF staff health protocols in the project.
• Be ready to substitute doctors, nurses, or other medical personnel in exceptional circumstances or emergencies.
Other Tasks
• Perform any other duties delegated by the PMR or coordination team, in line with the project’s objectives and evolving context.
Qualifications
Education: • Medical doctor or nursing or paramedical degree. Desirable specialization or training in Tropical Medicine or related studies.
Experience: • Minimum 2 years of work experience related to the degree/diploma.
• Diverse and strong health knowledge and health management including at least 1-2 year working in humanitarian settings with MSF (or another humanitarian organization) in the field.
Languages: • Arabic and English languages essential (high level command oral and written).
Others: • Essential computer literacy (word, excel, Internet/social media).
• Excellent understanding of MSF’s principles and values.•
Experience: • Minimum 2 years of work experience related to the degree/diploma.
• Diverse and strong health knowledge and health management including at least 1-2 year working in humanitarian settings with MSF (or another humanitarian organization) in the field.
Languages: • Arabic and English languages essential (high level command oral and written).
Others: • Essential computer literacy (word, excel, Internet/social media).
• Excellent understanding of MSF’s principles and values.•
Specific Vacancy Requirements
HOW TO APPLY:
If you recognize yourself in this profile, we welcome you to send your CV and education certificate through this link:
https://forms.gle/u7wvJoNfw2BV9e4i8
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted through their email address.
Closing date: 17th May 2025 until 04:30 p.m.
Please note that due to the urgency to fill this position, you are encouraged to apply immediately as we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis, therefore we may withdraw the position before the advertisement’s closing date if we receive a sufficient number of candidates or a suitable candidate/s is identified.
Important notes:
- Only CVs in English will be considered. CVs in Arabic or any other language will not be accepted.
- Incomplete applications (no cv attached, no professional certificate attached) and sharing false information will lead to automatic disqualification.
- MSF is committed to promoting diversity and gender balance within its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. MSF has a zero-tolerance on conduct that is incompatible with its vision, principles, and objectives, including any demands for money, or favouritism during the recruitment process, and such actions may be pursued through the judicial system.
If you recognize yourself in this profile, we welcome you to send your CV and education certificate through this link:
https://forms.gle/u7wvJoNfw2BV9e4i8
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted through their email address.
Closing date: 17th May 2025 until 04:30 p.m.
Please note that due to the urgency to fill this position, you are encouraged to apply immediately as we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis, therefore we may withdraw the position before the advertisement’s closing date if we receive a sufficient number of candidates or a suitable candidate/s is identified.
Important notes:
- Only CVs in English will be considered. CVs in Arabic or any other language will not be accepted.
- Incomplete applications (no cv attached, no professional certificate attached) and sharing false information will lead to automatic disqualification.
- MSF is committed to promoting diversity and gender balance within its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. MSF has a zero-tolerance on conduct that is incompatible with its vision, principles, and objectives, including any demands for money, or favouritism during the recruitment process, and such actions may be pursued through the judicial system.
Salary and Benefits
As per MSF salary scale
About us
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international, independent, medical humanitarian organization 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.
Required employees number
1
Posted On
May 12, 2025
Expiry Date
Jun 11, 2025
CV Language
English
