Maternity Supervisor

MSF Switzerland (MSFCH) is a humanitarian medical organization providing emergency medical aid to populations in need.

MSF CH has two projects in Kenya – West Pokot (Kacheliba) and Dadaab (Dagahaley Refugee Camp).

Job Profile:

Function: Maternity Supervisor

Direct supervisor: Head Nurse

Location: Dagahaley, Dadaab

Responsibilities for:

• The quality of care and hygienic procedures in the maternity ward
• Ensure all medical procedures are carried out correctly
• Proper running of the maternity labour ward
• Punctuality of all staff and report to the direct supervisor incase of problems
• Adequate amount of medication and material in the ward at all times
• The MOs and Cos are informed in time in case of need
• Proper record of the activities done
• Waste management after each procedure
• Organising regular meeting and training for the nursing staff
• Carrying out nursing care when required
• Working in collaboration with other wards and departments (eg operating theatre, peadiatrics ward, ward laboratory, Health Posts, ANC)

Recruitment criteria:

• Degree/Diploma in Nursing/Midwifery from a recognized Institution
• Minimum 2 years as with field experience with MSF or any INGO
• Experience in a supervisory role

Application:

Please send your CV, letter of motivation and copies of any certificates related to academic qualifications to:

HR Department
MSF Switzerland Office
P. O Box 25091 -00603
Nairobi

Please mark the letter “Application for Maternity Nurse Supervisor”

Deadline for applications: Friday, 8th April, 2011(close of business)

Only short listed candidates will be contacted