Medecins Sans Frontieres is recruiting in Sokoto state - NAIJA STICK

Medecins Sans Frontieres is recruiting in Sokoto state 

Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) is an international, private, non-governmental, non-profit humanitarian organization. 

Our organization offers assistance to populations in distress, to victims of natural or man-made disasters, to victims of armed conflict, without discrimination irrespective of race, religion, creed or political affiliation. 

• We have been working in Nigeria since February 1996. A Memorandum of Understanding between Medecins Sans Frontieres and the Federal Government of Nigeria facilitates this. 
• MSF-OCA employees are guided by a Code of Conduct which aims to strengthen and support ethical cultures throughout MSF-OCA, based on the core values that guide our medical humanitarian mission.
• We are looking to fill one (1) Social worker position in our Sokoto Noma & Emergency Response Project.

Job Title: Social Worker

Job Type: Indefinite

Duty Station: Sokoto

Publication Date: 14 April 2025

Deadline for Applications: 18 April 2025 (5:00 PM)

Main Purpose of the position:

• Carrying out all activities involving social support to individual patients/survivors and linking them with other relevant support services and communities at large, according to MSF principles and guidelines. Enhancing the target population's social condition to have an impact on health-related outcomes.

General Accountabilities:

Conducting social assessments, identifying the social support needs of patients/survivors, including legal, protection, shelter/housing, financial/vocational, food security, and access to medical and psychosocial support services beyond the project intervention scope.

• Supporting the provision of comprehensive care to patients and their families, by actively coordinating their work with the other members of the MSF multidisciplinary team (eg. medical, MHPSS) and linking with multi-sectoral services such as protection, safety, security, legal, justice, education, and livelihood.
• Providing direct social support based on social assessments and facilitating referrals to evaluated external re-sources. Provide systematic follow up care regarding attendance of clinical appointments, and following up on referrals made to relevant multi-sectoral services aimed at improving the quality of life of patients/survivors.
• Participating in the creation and maintenance of any material needed for the activities of social workers, including facilities and equipment in order to ensure continuity. Mapping and regular updating of formal and informal support services.
• Assess quality of existing support services, with identification of gaps and advocacy for an improved culturally appropriate social response
• Maintaining records, statistics, files, and reports on all social work activities and follow up care either provided by MSF or other support services. 
• Identifying gaps in the available services and with the team prioritizing and developing plans following the objectives of MSF.

Requirements & Qualifications

To apply for this role applicants MUST meet the following criteria:

Education

• Bachelor degree or Diploma in Social Work (BSW) or related field

Experience

• Two years minimum in a similar social job; experience with MSF or other NGOs, desirable.

Vacancy Announcement: Social Worker

Main objective and responsibility of the position

• Implement Health Promotion/IEC (Information, Education, and Communication) activities with patients and local population to raise their knowledge and skills on relevant medical topics.

Accountabilities

Inform patients and communities about MSF and services it provides.

According to medical priorities, deliver information to the patients and community on specific health topics

• Implement activities of health education and awareness (sessions in schools, churches, community), under the indications and supervision of the HP Supervisor.
• Under the guide of HP Supervisor, assess the impact of activities (with questions, verifications and behaviours observations), and report problems, success and constraints to him/her.
• Collect all type of information related to specific health and living conditions of the population, in particular to identify the most vulnerable populations to target.

Report to HP Supervisor: activities, problems met strengths and constraints.

• Establish and maintain contacts with social partners, including other NGO's, governmental health services that can provide answers to social problems.
• Keep education and communication areas clean, tidy, and professional materials available.
• Participate in creation of any material needed for the activities of information, education and communication.

MSF Section/Context-Specific Accountabilities

Design, develop, and adapt IEC materials on SGBV prevention, response, and available services, ensuring they are culturally sensitive and appropriate for the target audience.

• Collaborate with health promotion teams, medical staff, and community leaders to validate IEC materials
• Conduct outreach activities, including community meetings, focus group discussions, and awareness campaigns, to educate the community on SGBV issues.
• Mobilize community leaders, women's groups, youth, and other stakeholders to participate in SGBV prevention and response activities.
• Organize and facilitate training sessions for community members, health workers, and other stakeholders on SGBV prevention, response, and referral mechanisms.
• Strengthen the capacity of local partners and community-based organizations in SGBV IEC activities.

Requirements & Qualifications

To apply for this role applicants MUST meet the following criteria:

Education

Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing is essential. Diploma in Nutrition is desirable.
• Minimum 2 year experience as Nutrition Nurse.

Languages

English and Hausa language essential

Knowledge

Desirable computer literacy (word, excel)

Competencies

Team work and result oriented, Behavioural Flexibility, Commitment to MSF Principles Stress Management

Application Process:

Please use this link: https://cutt.ly/ZrfhUQ8H to complete your application.

After filling out the form, submit your CV, Cover Letter, and necessary credentials only to this email: sokoto-jobs@oca.msf.org with the subject of the mail ONLY as "Nutrition Supervisor".

Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Lastly, only one online application form should be submitted as multiple submissions will not be considered.

NOTE:

The deadline for the position is 18 April 2025 (5:00 PM)

Only shortlisted candidates would be contacted.

• No Transportation and/or Allowance will be provided during the recruitment process.
• Any document sent to MSF-OCA (CV, cover letter, copies of diploma etc.) will not be returned.
• No accommodation will be provided upon resuming to the job location if selected.

MSF is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity within the organization. Qualified FEMALE Candidates are encouraged to apply.