Doctors Without Borders India (DWBI) is an international, independent, medical humanitarian organisation that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural and man-made disasters and exclusion from healthcare in more than 70 countries. DWB offers assistance to people in need and irrespective of race, religion, gender or political affiliation. Doctors Without Borders India (DWBI) has worked in India since 1999, providing freeof-charge essential healthcare to people in remote areas; treatment and care for people affected by HIV/AIDS, malnutrition; hepatitis C, tuberculosis, kala azar and sexual and gender-based violence; an important subject for our action is containing effect of antibiotic resistance. DWBI also responds to natural disasters and other emergencies, provides mental healthcare and advocates for the development of more effective and affordable medicines to improve access to treatment everywhere. We currently run projects in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, Maharashtra, Manipur, and Telangana. DWBI was awarded the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development in 1996 and the Nobel Peace Prize in 1999.

About the endTB project

Specific Skills

• Ability to organize and prioritize workload & taking initiative when appropriate
• Able to integrate into a multi-cultural team and cooperate with co-workers
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team and ability to cope with stress.
• Ability to act with responsibility
• Demonstrates flexibility in taking up tasks outside of regular job responsibilities as required
• Aptitude for humanitarian medical work.
• Excellent Reporting Skills.
• Languages : Basic English, Hindi/Marathi.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

• Providing medical technical support for the medical activities of endTB Trials as per trial protocols and NTEP guidelines at both Mumbai and Pune sites
• To fill the gap of medical doctor in Pune & Mumbai according to the needs.
• To be flexible to rotate in Pune & Mumbai (50% each) adjust according to the needs of the project.
• Weekly case discussion with the medical team in both Pune & Mumbai sites. Dificults cases will be discuss with Clinical Advisory Commetee (central endTB team) to get medical advise.
• Implementation of regular theoritical & bedside training for clinical team
• Performing initial data collection & establishing base line criteria, analyzing data & mapping the potential problems (e.g. sample collection, adherence problems, etc.)
• Provide support for endTB Trial according to endTB medical protocols and procedures in order to provide the most appropriate support to the target population. Collecting and analyzing data and documenting the lessons learnt.
• To support & supervise a medical team composed of doctors, nurses, health educator, etc.
• To represent as a medical focal person for JJ & Metropolis teams & liasoning with them for smooth functioning of medical activities.
• In coordination with PMR, conduct hospital visits, including discussion with referral hospital medical team as per schedule defined by clinical manager and do medical home visits when needed.
• Arrange referral activities and ensure admissions for DWBI patients between referral hospital, diagnostic facilities, specialty centers. Supervise and following up patient SAE management.
• To standby over the weekend, non-clinic hours, & public holidays for any emergency consultations for endTB trials & DWBI patients and emergency condition in general.
• To search actively for information ,both local & external, related to HIV, TB, hepatitis, opportunistic infections, co-morbidities, & other public health emergencies.
• To participate in any relevant operational research activities, publications, and conferences, including writing publications and providing data analysis
• Be prepared to rotate to other areas of the endTB/endTB-Q trials, if required.
• To follow &implement DWBI infection control protocol in the project premises.
• Ensure quality of care for patient management in coordination with medical team in both Mumbai & Pune.

Qualifications:

Experience:

• Essential MDR TB case management working experience
• Previous experience in similar position will be preferred
• Previous experience with DWBI or similar organization in the field is desirable
• Good knowledge of MDR TB medical management and work experience in

Benefits (Non-Negotiable)

• 13th Month Salary/ Festival Bonus
• 18 Annual Leaves
• 12 Casual Leaves
• Other compassionate leaves
• Medical Reimbursement including dependents

Doctors Without Borders/ Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) is an international, independent, medical humanitarian organisation that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural and man-made disasters and exclusion from healthcare in more than 70 countries. DWBI offers assistance to people in need and irrespective of race, religion, gender or political affiliation. Doctors Without Borders India has worked in India since 1999, providing free-of-charge essential healthcare to people in remote areas; treatment and care for people affected by HIV/AIDS, malnutrition; hepatitis C, tuberculosis, kala azar and sexual and gender-based violence; an important subject for our action is containing effect of antibiotic resistance. We also respond to natural disasters and other emergencies, provides mental healthcare and advocates for the development of more effective and affordable medicines to improve access to treatment everywhere. Doctors without Borders India was awarded the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development in 1996 and the Nobel Peace Prize in 1999. Doctor without Borders India (DWBI) runs projects in the states of Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, Maharashtra, Manipur Doctors Without Borders India (DWBI) and the endTB project Doctors Without BordersIndia and its partners i.e. Partners In Health (PIH), Interactive Research and Development (IRD), Epicentre, France, Institute of Tropical Medicine, Belgium and the Harvard Medical School have launched two major clinical trials, endTB and endTB-Q which seek to revolutionize treatment for the toughest strains of tuberculosis (TB), the world’s leading infectious disease killer. The goal of these studies is to generate high quality evidence from a highly heterogeneous population that could lead to a change in the global recommendations for the management of MDR-TB. The endTB trials are multi-country, randomized, controlled, Phase III clinical trial testing five new, all oral, shorter duration regimens compared to the current standard of care. The aim of the trials is to find shorter, less toxic and injection-free treatments for ‘multidrug-resistant TB’ (MDR-TB). The experimental regimens mainly rely on newly approved or repurposed drugs and avoid drugs to which high rates of resistance have been reported in MDR-TB patient populations. These multi-country trials are being conducted in Georgia, India, Kazakhstan, Lesotho, Pakistan, Peru, South Africa and Vietnam. In India the trials are conducted at Mumbai and Pune sites by Doctors Without Borders India (DWBI) in Partnership with ICMR- National AIDS Research Institute (NARI) and in support with National Tuberculosis Elimination Program (NTEP).

Specific Skills

Benefits (Non-Negotiable)

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

Application Procedure

Doctors Without Borders/ Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) is an international, independent, medical humanitarian organisation that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural and man-made disasters and exclusion from healthcare in more than 70 countries. DWB offers assistance to people in need and irrespective of race, religion, gender or political affiliation. Doctors Without Borders has worked in India since 1999, providing free-of-charge essential healthcare to people in remote areas; treatment and care for people affected by HIV/AIDS, malnutrition; hepatitis C, tuberculosis, kala azar and sexual and gender-based violence; an important subject for our action is containing effect of antibiotic resistance. We also respond to natural disasters and other emergencies, provides mental healthcare and advocates for the development of more effective and affordable medicines to improve access to treatment everywhere.

Doctors without Borders was awarded the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development in 1996 and the Nobel Peace Prize in 1999. Doctor without Borders India (DWBI) runs projects in the states of, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, Maharashtra, Manipur, and Telangana.

Doctors Without Borders India’s (DWBI) Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis (DRTB) project in MUMBAI DRTB freeTreatment, Care and Support

• The collaborative project within NTEP [National Tuberculosis Elimination Program] for DRTB – patient management at Shatabdi Hospital, Govandi – OPD, community outreach medical and patient support activities in M/East Ward area

• Medical, “Psychosocial Support” and “Infection Prevention and Control” in GTB Hospital, Sewri

• The independent clinic in Govandi to provide free and quality care to the most severe cases of DRTB

Benefits (Non-negotiable)

Monthly Gross Salary: INR 123,750/- and Secondary Benefits as per policies:

• 13th Month Salary/ Festival Bonus

• 18 Annual Leaves

• 12 Casual Leaves

• Other compassionate leaves

• Medical Reimbursement including dependents

• Personal Accidental Insurance including dependents

Specific Skills

• Ability to organize and prioritize workload & taking initiative when appropriate

• Able to integrate into a multi-cultural team and cooperate with co-workers

• Able to work independently as well as part of a team and ability to cope with stress.

• Good Punctuality and ability to act with responsibility

• Demonstrates flexibility in taking up tasks outside of regular job responsibilities as required and aptitude for humanitarian medical work.

• Essential computer skills (especially MS Office MS Word and MS Excel) & reporting skills. 

• Languages: English, Hindi & Marathi.

Duration – 12 Months (Renewable)

Location: Mumbai

Expected Start Date: 11th July 2022

Qualifications:

• MBBS degree with full & valid registration from Medical Council of India or state medical councils and medical specialization in pulmonology/chest medicine.(MD/DNB/Diploma TB chest)

Experience:

• Preferably at least 3 years of work experience as a specialized doctor, including experience with HIV, TB and/or MDRTB.

• Experienced in performing tissue aspirates techniques for diagnosis.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

Apply medical knowledge and skills to diagnose and prevention. Carry out outpatient and inpatient consultations, prescribing the necessary treatment respecting DWBI protocols.

• Keep the patient and/or his/her family informed about the illness and provide appropriate explanations about the treatment to follow, checking they have understood.

• Follow up the evolution of the hospitalized/IDP patients, through daily visits, consultations, and examinations, prescribing the necessary treatment following DWBI protocols, deciding whether they can be discharged or transferred to other departments – in collaboration with other doctorsand informing their family about the patient’s evolution.

• Check and control the rational distribution of medicines and equipment under his/her responsibility and take care the quality, disinfection, and sterilization of the medical material. Assure general compliance with standing hygiene standards.

• Participate in the collection and analysis of epidemiological data, checking its validity and informing the line manager or project coordinator about any problem or complication of the patient's illness, medical error and monitors the proper functioning of the department, equipment or material.

• Ensure ongoing training of the medical/paramedical multidisciplinary team in order to optimize the quality of care related to TB/DR-TB.

• Knows and ensures all DWBI medical protocols are followed and implemented, checking universal precautions are followed at all times and reducing bio-hazard risks and improving infection control. Ensures professional confidentiality is respected.

• Provide quality outpatient/clinical consultations and follow-ups to all DRTB patients including those with comorbidities like DM,HIV and others in collaboration with NTEP in M-east ward, in outreach, and also in DWBI clinic as needed as per the MSF/WHO and NTEP protocols

• Ensure that all DSTB and DR TB patients receive appropriate ,all oral, individualized treatment regimens according to LPA,DST.

• To be the focal point for patients needing combo(DLM +BDQ+-imp based )regimens.

• To organize case discussions weekly ,design the appropriate regimens for complex cases and be responsible for clinical follow up and monitoring of patients.To ensure that all data related to these patients is captured in the patient files.

• Discuss cases with NTEP consultant chest physician for regimen finalization for complex cases and advocate for all oral effective appropriate regimens at each meeting

• Discussing complex paediatric cases together with paediatrician and making a plan for hospitalization as needed.

• Focal point for deciding on hospitalization needs of the patient and referring to appropriate govt facilities for management.

• to follow up patients admitted in GTB hospital/other facility and liase with respective chest physicians of these facilities to discuss the treatment management.Visit the facililites as needed.

• Focal point for assessing patients with COPD,post TB sequalae and cases needing palliative care and making treatment management plans in consultation with the Medical Techincal Referent

• To document cases and reports for presentation/reporting/case discussion and prepare a medical discussion with medical technical referent and relevant service components in the medical team.

• Participate in pharmacovigilance documentation and reporting.

• Represent DWBI among assisted population and partner organizations in meetings and conferences pertaining to the topic of DR-TB.or any co-infections

• Maintain confidentiality in all roles and activities.

• Provide medical expertise in training/educational activities about TB and other comorbidities for patients and their supporting families, NGO partners, and other DWBI target populations.

• To be flexible to rotate all interventions of the project and handle emergency patient calls as required.

Application Procedure

To apply please fill out the Application Form https://forms.gle/R7qWpSa1S9XoMs447 by 20th June 2022 by 10:00 pm. In case of any technical issue or query please reach out on : msfocb.mumbai.recruitment@gmail.com

ONLY SHORT-LISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED AND INVITED FOR INTERVIEW. www.msfindia.in

Doctors Without Borders/ Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) is an international, independent, medical humanitarian organisation that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural and man-made disasters and exclusion from healthcare in more than 70 countries. DWB offers assistance to people in need and irrespective of race, religion, gender or political affiliation. Doctors Without Borders has worked in India since 1999, providing free-of-charge essential healthcare to people in remote areas; treatment and care for people affected by HIV/AIDS, malnutrition; hepatitis C, tuberculosis, kala azar and sexual and gender-based violence; an important subject for our action is containing effect of antibiotic resistance. We also respond to natural disasters and other emergencies, provides mental healthcare and advocates for the development of more effective and affordable medicines to improve access to treatment everywhere. Doctors without Borders was awarded the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development in 1996 and the Nobel Peace Prize in 1999. Doctor without Borders India (DWBI) runs projects in the states of Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, Maharashtra, Manipur. Doctors Without Borders India (DWBI) and the endTB project Doctors Without Borders and its partners i.e. Partners In Health (PIH), Interactive Research and Development (IRD), Epicentre, France, Institute of Tropical Medicine, Belgium and the Harvard Medical School have launched two major clinical trials, endTB and endTB-Q which seek to revolutionize treatment for the toughest strains of tuberculosis (TB), the world’s leading infectious disease killer. The goal of these studies is to generate high-quality evidence from a highly heterogeneous population that could lead to a change in the global recommendations for the management of MDR-TB. The endTB trials are multi-country, randomized, controlled, Phase III clinical trial testing five new, all oral, shorter duration regimens compared to the current standard of care. The aim of the trials is to find shorter, less toxic and injection-free treatments for ‘multidrug-resistant TB’ (MDR-TB). The experimental regimens mainly rely on newly approved or repurposed drugs and avoid drugs to which high rates of resistance have been reported in MDR-TB patient populations. These multi-country trials are being conducted in Georgia, India, Kazakhstan, Lesotho, Pakistan, Peru, South Africa and Vietnam. In India the trials are conducted at Mumbai and Pune sites by Doctors Without Borders India (DWBI) in Partnership with ICMR- National AIDS Research Institute (NARI) and in support with National Tuberculosis Elimination Program (NTEP).

Specific Skills

• Ability to organize and prioritize workload & taking initiative when appropriate
•  Able to integrate into a multi-cultural team and cooperate with co-workers
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team and ability to cope with stress.
• Ability to act with responsibility
• Demonstrates flexibility in taking up tasks outside of regular job responsibilities as required
• Aptitude for humanitarian medical work.
• Excellent reporting skills.
• Languages: English, Local languages (Hindi and Marathi) desirable.

• Graduation in Pharmacy Essential
• Registration with Maharashtra State Pharmacy Council is essential
• Master’s Degree in Pharmacy or PG Diploma in clinical Research is preferred

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

Application Procedure

Médecins Sans Frontières (DWBI) aims to provide medical assistance without any kind of discrimination including offer medical assistance during natural and manmade disasters through establishment of healthcare centers, implementing medical programs for critical illnesses on its own or with partners, working for creating medical awareness and capacity building and carry out/sponsor research to provide strategic input on relevant medical treatment options in India. DWB offers assistance to people in need and irrespective of race, religion, gender or political affiliation. In 1999 DWBI was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize as recognition for its medical work in several continents. Position: Medical Technical Focal Point Location of Job: Patna, Bihar Duration: 12 months (renewable/non-renewable) Start Date: ASAP Application-closing date: 02 May 2022 No. of Position: 1 (One) We offer:

• Salary Gross (INR): 129415 /- per month (non-negotiable)
• 18 days annual leave; 12 days paid leave as per specified list of holidays; Sick/Casual leave of 12 days as per calendar year (pro-rated based on hire date)
• 13th month salary benefit and accidental insurance cover for employee
• Contributions made for statutory benefit programs such as Provident Fund
• DWBI provides medical reimbursement for employees and their dependents as per DWBI’s health care policy
• A stimulating, professional environment in an international organization

Purpose of post

Functional And Hierarchical Lines

Context Specific Accountabilities

• Clinically evaluate and stabilise in-coming patients prior or during admission
• In in-coming and admitted patients, recognize and decide admission or further referral of patients depending on clinical condition and prognosis
• Conduct periodic clinical rounds and advise treatment / interventions according to DWBI protocol
• Manage advanced HIV and opportunistic infections with a particular focus on disseminated tuberculosis and other common OIs, severe acute malnutrition management, support decisions on ART switches based on Indian/WHO Guidelines.
• Provide and supervise other clinical interventions (Vital signs, IV lines, catheters, fluids, biological sampling etc.) within the scope of the inpatient unit and DWBI protocols
• Advise and contribute to standard operating procedures related to clinical care
• Resuscitate and / or guide resuscitation of patients if indicated
• Advise project medical management on medical supply needs for facility
• Capacity building for the ward team, including DWBI Medical Doctors and Nurses, in the management of inpatients with advanced HIV
• Support and training including bedside training the management of advanced HIV inpatient management:

• Support the ongoing development of the unit as a hub for good antimicrobial practice, management of antimicrobial resistance, palliative care and effective infection control
• Continue to advocate for a reduction in HIV-associated stigma among local staff and including supporting field coordinator interactions with local external actors
• Ensure all approved unit-specific or DWBI medical protocols are followed and implemented; develop a new SOP or protocol for any medical condition as and when needed
• Ensuring universal precautions are followed at all times and reducing bio-hazard risks and improving infection control
• Ensure professional confidentiality is respected
• Work closely with other members of medical team staff (Nurses for triage and patient flow, Counselors, Health Promoter, Lab Technicians and Medical Data Processing Officer) to ensure quality medical care.
• Refer patients to appropriate facilities (imagery, TBDC, tertiary Hospital in Patna) for further investigations and treatment or special care based on indications set by DWBI Protocols; and follow up the evolution of referred cases by networking/collaborating with partner doctors.
• Ensure proper and careful use and check quality of biomedical equipment following the user manual and protocols and alert supervisor in case of malfunctioning.
• Participate in clinical as well as medical team meeting

• Organize training for the ARTCs staff to build their capacity in order to improve the quality of care
• Assist medical management team and to identify ART failure cases and switching to 2nd or 3rd line or Enhanced Adherence Counselling and FU VL,
• Maintains a flexible approach and responds to the needs of the project even outside of this job description.
• To assist in the assessment of humanitarian needs and emergency interventions arising in the region and if needed, showing flexibility, adaptability and commitment.
• To respect DWBI internal regulations, the contract and the present job description.

Requirements

• People Management
• Commitment
• Flexibility
• Results
• Team work & behavior

Application Procedure

General

• Position: Medical Coordinator Support
• No of vacancies: 1
• Duration: 01 year (Renewal on Mutual Agreement)
• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 69,882/-
• Location: Mumbai
• Expected Start Date: 1st July 2022
• Closing date: 3rd June 2022 by 5:00 pm
• Email to: MSFOCB-Mumbai@brussels.msf.org

Background

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

• Monitor COVID epidemiological surveillance system, share data analysis with coordination and project teams every week
• Make a chronogram, follow up and support Project EPIs
• Make a quarterly plan for Project EPIs & share the outcome of M&E quarterly data according to log frame and indicators.
• Support to Project EPIs team in documentation/capitalization of key strategies or interventions for DR-TB project.
• Participate actively in reflections & discussions on the evolution of DWBI operations in Mission & in the assessment of Medical
• Humanitarian needs in case of emergency situation. Support MedCo in the EPREP revision & follow up on the EPREP stock.
• Participate in the collection of medical information (reports, articles) & Epidemiological Data & Statistics
• Assist Medco in Stakeholder Mapping (Organogram of MoH- Hospitals private/public, key NGOs present in the country).
• Carry out medical follow-up and validation of medical bills of all DWBI national staff and expats (endTB team and Coordination Team)
• Update Staff Health Policy in coordination with other OCs
• Follow up the vaccination of the national staff, expats in all the sites of intervention in coordination with the focal person of each team.

Requirements

• Medical Doctor (MBBS) AND Epidemiologist or Public health Diploma/Certificate

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as Epidemiologist/public health
• Experience working in Community desirable & Emergency

• Essential Computer Literacy (Word, Excel and Internet)

• Excellent Command of English. Control of local languages Hindi and Marathi

• People Management and Development
• Commitment to DWBI principles
• Behavioural Flexibility
• Results and Quality Orientation
• Teamwork and Cooperation

HR & Benefits (Non-negotiable)

• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 69,882/-
• MMA INR 22,500 /-
• Secondary Benefits as per policies:
  • 13th Month Salary/ Festival
  • Bonus (pro-rata basis) 18
  • Annual Leaves (pro-rata basis)
  • 12 Casual Leaves (pro-rata basis) Sick/Medical Leaves
  • Other compassionate leaves
  • Medical Reimbursement including dependents
  • Personal Accidental Insurance including dependents

Application Procedure

MSFOCB-Mumbai@brussels.msf.org

by 3rd June 2022 by 5:00 pm.

ONLY SHORT-LISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED AND INVITED FOR INTERVIEW.

General

• Position: Operational Research Coordinator
• No of vacancies: 1
• Duration: 12 Months (Renewable)
• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 1,45,790/-
• Location: Mumbai / Pune
• Expected Start Date: 04th July 2022
• Closing date: 6th June 2022 by 10 PM
• Application Form: https://forms.gle/R7qWpSa1S9XoMs447
• Email to: msfocb.mumbai.recruitment@gmail.com

Background

Doctors Without Borders/ Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) is an international, independent, medical humanitarian organisation that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural and man-made disasters and exclusion from healthcare in more than 70 countries. DWB offers assistance to people in need and irrespective of race, religion, gender or political affiliation.

Doctors Without Borders has worked in India since 1999, providing free-of-charge essential healthcare to people in remote areas, treatment and care for people affected by HIV/AIDS, malnutrition, hepatitis C, tuberculosis, kala azar and sexual and gender-based violence. An important subject for our action is containing the effect of antibiotic resistance. We also respond to natural disasters and other emergencies, provide mental healthcare, and advocate for the development of more effective and affordable medicines to improve access to treatment everywhere.

Doctors Without Borders was awarded the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development in 1996 and the Nobel Peace Prize in 1999. Doctor without Borders India (DWBI) runs projects in the states of Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, Maharashtra, and Manipur.

Doctors Without Borders India (DWBI) and the endTB project

Doctors Without Borders, and its partners i.e. Partners In Health (PIH), Interactive Research and Development (IRD), Epicentre, France, Institute of Tropical Medicine, Belgium and the Harvard Medical School have launched two major clinical trials, endTB and endTB-Q which seek to revolutionize treatment for the toughest strains of tuberculosis (TB), the world’s leading infectious disease killer. The goal of these studies is to generate high-quality evidence from a highly heterogeneous population that could lead to a change in the global recommendations for the management of MDR-TB.

The endTB trials are multi-country, randomized, controlled, Phase III clinical trial testing five new, all-oral, shorter duration regimens compared to the current standard of care. The aim of the trials is to find shorter, less toxic and injection-free treatments for ‘multidrug-resistant TB’ (MDR-TB). The experimental regimens mainly rely on newly approved or repurposed drugs and avoid drugs to which high rates of resistance have been reported in MDR-TB patient populations. These multi-country trials are being conducted in Georgia, India, Kazakhstan, Lesotho, Pakistan, Peru, South Africa and Vietnam. In India, the trials are conducted at Mumbai and Pune sites by Doctors Without Borders India (DWBI) in Partnership with ICMR- National AIDS Research Institute (NARI) and in support with National Tuberculosis Elimination Program (NTEP).

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

The endTB Operational Research Coordinator will bring clinical research experience and be responsible for coordinating the endTB and endTB-Q clinical trials at the participating sites (Mumbai and Pune) in India. Based either in Pune or Mumbai, he/she will directly coordinate the activities of the Pune and Mumbai sites. He/she will be accountable for the overall conduction of the studies in India. The Operational Research coordinator will liaise with regulatory authorities and partners at the national level, as well as State and local level before and after the Studies approval as representative of the endTB project in India (under the supervision of the Central study coordinator and Operations Responsible). He/She will take care of getting (and maintain) Ethic and Regulatory authorities’ necessary approval working in close collaboration with the Sponsor, the Country PrincipaI Investigator (PI) and the two Site PIs.

Accountabilities

• Ensure the protection of the rights, safety, and welfare of all study participants and the safety of study staff.
• Make sure the study is planned, set up, conducted, documented and reported according to the protocol, effective standard operating procedures (SOPs), GCP, and applicable international and national regulations.
• Supervise regulatory submission and liaise as needed with EC and DCGI and ensure adequate follow up to facilitate expediting application review for approval
• Oversee subject recruitment and study enrollment goals
• In collaboration with the Coordinating PI as well as the Site PIs and under the guidance of the Sponsor team, ensure studies start-up activities, budget development, staff recruitment, are performed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Provide and maintain education in GCP and other regulations that govern the research activities, as well as in study procedures, to site trial staff.
• Support and guide the Internal Monitors to ensure that site trial staff adheres to the study procedures, verification procedures, audits and inspections procedures.
• Collaborate and support the Coordinating PIs and the Site PIs in the preparation and timely submission of reportable adverse events to the DWBI Pharmacovigilance Unit, central research team, local authorities, and relevant ethics committees.
• Interact with the logistic team as needed so that clinical trial requirements are met both in terms of space and processes.

Context Specific Accountabilities

• Support the Sponsor, the Coordinating PI and the Site PIs in preparation of documents to obtain study approval from all local relevant authorities, including drug license importation and subsequent amendments
• Review and ensure conformity with local requirements and GCP requirements all trial documents relevant to the site, including the study protocol, the patient information leaflet, informed consent form (ICF) etc.
• Responsible for the ENDTB budget available at sites & participate in recruitment of site staff.
• Ensure that all study staff is trained according to the protocol, operating procedures and GCP.
• Ensure with the Site and Trial pharmacists that study drugs are available at dispensing site according to trial schedule, are stored according to trial standards and that drug accountability is organized on recruitment site and at the pharmacy.
• Ensure that quality assurances processes are followed up according to the requirements set by the Analytical project manager from ITM (Antwerp, Belgium) for TB laboratories and with other laboratories for clinical lab tests.
• Maintain the Investigator Site File (ISF) and ensure that all the essential documents are filed in the TMF
• Support the Site PIs and Coordinating PI for the submission of any amendment to protocol or ICFs for approval to local RA and EC bodies.
• Ensure with the Site PIs that notifiable events are reported on time to the DWBI Pharmacovigilance unit and to the relevant ethics committee(s) and regulatory authorities.
• Ensure data is recorded, handled, stored and reported accurately and promptly and confidentiality is maintained.
• Provide patient data (collected in eCRF, SAEs and other notifiable events) and pre-screening/screening logs to central research team and external monitor or any audit, when required.
• Ensure study visits are organized within the Clinical trial required timeframe for all study participants and patients are followed up as per protocol and SOP
• Should manage and also provide support to the endTB Clinical Research Site Coordinator in Mumbai and Pune for the conduction of the clinical trial
• Facilitate the visit of the external monitor at the Sites and ensure corrective actions and preventive actions indicated by the external monitor are timely implemented.
• Support the site closure activities at the end of the studies and ensure that the ethics and regulatory requirements are fulfilled.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum Masters level qualification in Health Sciences/ Pharmacy/ Medicine, PHD would be an addaed advantages

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of Interventional Clinical Trial experience as study coordinator or trial/operational manager (preferably also in Trial Site set-up and Study implementation). Clinical Research Coordinator Certification (CRCC) is an asset.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of Clinical Research Regulations (preferably in India) and GCP
• Understanding of human Subjects Data confidentiality
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications, Internet Applications. Experience with electronic medical records and/or data capturing systems is desired
• People Management , Effective Communication, Time Management and Problem solving skills
• Experience in Tuberculosis Field Desirable
• Scientific background

Specific Skills

• Ability to multitask, organize and prioritize workload & taking initiative when appropriate
• Able to integrate into a multi-cultural team and cooperate with co-workers
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team and ability to cope with stress.
• Good Punctuality and ability to act with responsibility
• Demonstrates flexibility in taking up tasks outside of regular job responsibilities as required and aptitude for humanitarian medical work.
• Essential computer skills (especially MS Office MS Word and MS Excel) & reporting skills.

HR & Benefits (Non-negotiable)

• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 145790 and Secondary Benefits as per policies:
• 13th Month Salary/ Festival Bonus
  
  • 18 Annual Leaves
  • 12 Casual Leaves
  • Other compassionate leaves
  • Medical Reimbursement including dependents
  • Personal Accidental Insurance including dependents

Application Procedure

To apply please fill out the application form:

https://forms.gle/R7qWpSa1S9XoMs447

by 04th July 2022  by 10:00 pm.

In case of any technical issue or query please reach out on : msfocb.mumbai.recruitment@gmail.com

ONLY SHORT-LISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED AND INVITED FOR INTERVIEW.

General

• Position: Medical Doctor (EndTB Trial)
• No of vacancies: 1
• Duration: 12 Months (Renewable)
• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 104,250/-
• Location: Mumbai
• Expected Start Date: 13th June 2022
• Closing date: 24th May 2022 by 10 PM
• Application Form: https://forms.gle/R7qWpSa1S9XoMs447
• Email to: msfocb.mumbai.recruitment@gmail.com

Background

Doctors Without Borders India (DWBI) and the endTB project

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

• Undergo training in the endTB Trial protocols, trial procedures, and GCP as per training matrix
• Engage with clinic staff, and assist endTB trial staff and counsellors to identify and recruit potentially eligible MDR TB patients for the trial.
• Together with a trial nurse, perform screening procedures for potential participants to assess eligibility for the trial. Provide quality outpatient/clinical consultations to Patients referred for endTB / endTB Q trials in consultation with the Site Principal Investigator of endTB trials.
• Reinforce adherence to the therapy, follow up of any adverse events including adverse events reporting, verifies the understanding of the patients with HIV, TB, opportunistic infections, and co-morbidities. To collaborate with the patient support team related to this aspect.
• Participate along with patient support team, clinic team, Mobile Health Activity Manager, and Site PI, in providing training, capacity building, and networking for internal/external partners Liaison/networking with endTB trial sites staff, referral centres, Private doctors
• To discuss with PI and other relevant service components (patient support, clinic nurses/staff) about the management/treatment initiation/end of patients on endTB/endTB-Q treatment regimens

• Participate in regular meetings with site coordinator and Mobile Health activity manager for inputs in OPD consultation monitoring tool in collaboration with the site PI.
• Contribute expertise in revising and updating medical protocols of the project in conjunction with the Mobile Health Activity Manager and the Site Coordinator.

• Involve and contribute medical expertise in developing health promotion materials as and when requested
• Provide medical expertise in training/educational activities on MDR and FQR TB and comorbidities

• Collect all relevant medical data related to endTB trial patients and also patient consultations for HIV, TB, DR-TB, Hepatitis, opportunistic infections, and co-morbidities using available tools and maintain a line list as required and share with Mobile Health Activity Manager.
• To record all patient’s investigation reports (laboratory, microbiology, radiology, consultation answers)and pharmacovigilance tool in the patient file and relevant data tool provided.
• To search actively for information both local and external related to HIV, TB, hepatitis, opportunistic infections, co-morbidities, and other public health emergencies.

• According to the nature of the organization, he/she is available to carry out short interventions within the country when requested and to participate in exploratory missions as well as emergency interventions.
• Provide flexibility for any emergency interventions.

Requirements

• MBBS with MCI/ Maharashtra Medical Council registration mandatory

• Desirable working experience of at least one year in the similar field
• DRTB / HIV clinical experience preferable.
• Experience in Public Health system / other NGOS will be an advantage
• Experience of Clinical Trials is preferred. Work Experience of Clinical Management of TB cases is desirable.

• Ability to organize and prioritize workload & taking initiative when appropriate
• Able to integrate into a multi-cultural team and cooperate with co-workers
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team and ability to cope with stress.
• Ability to act with responsibility
• Demonstrates flexibility in taking up tasks outside of regular job responsibilities as required
• Aptitude for humanitarian medical work.
• Excellent reporting skills.
• Essential computer literacy (word, excel)
• Languages: Mission language essential. Local languages (Hindi and Marathi) desirable.

HR & Benefits (Non-negotiable)

• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 104,250/-
• Secondary Benefits as per policies:
  • 13th Month Salary/ Festival Bonus
  • 18 Annual Leaves
  • 12 Casual Leaves
  • Other compassionate leaves
  • Medical Reimbursement including dependents
  • Personal Accidental Insurance including dependents

Application Procedure

https://forms.gle/R7qWpSa1S9XoMs447

by 24th May 2022 by 10:00 pm.

In case of any technical issue or query please reach out on : msfocb.mumbai.recruitment@gmail.com

ONLY SHORT-LISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED AND INVITED FOR INTERVIEW.

General

• Position: Specialised Medical Doctor (Paediatrician)
• No of vacancies: 1
• Duration: 12 Months (Renewable)
• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 123,750/-
• Location: Mumbai
• Expected Start Date: 10th June 2022
• Closing date: 24th May 2022 by 10 PM
• Application Form: https://forms.gle/R7qWpSa1S9XoMs447
• Email to: msfocb.mumbai.recruitment@gmail.com

Background

Doctors Without Borders India’s (DWBI) Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis (DRTB) project in Mumbai

• The collaborative project within NTEP [National Tuberculosis Elimination Program] for DRTB – patient management at Shatabdi Hospital, Govandi – OPD, community outreach medical and patient support activities in M/East Ward area
• Medical, “Psychosocial Support” and “Infection Prevention and Control” in GTB Hospital, Sewri
• The independent clinic in Govandi to provide free and quality care to the most severe cases of DRTB

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

• Apply medical knowledge and skills to diagnose and prevent. Carry out outpatient and inpatient consultations, prescribing the necessary treatment while respecting DWBI protocols.
• Keep the patient and/or his/her family informed about the illness and provide appropriate explanations about the treatment to follow, checking they have understood.
• Follow up the evolution of the hospitalized/IDP patients, through daily visits, consultations, and examinations, prescribing the necessary treatment following DWBI protocols, deciding whether they can be discharged or transferred to other departments – in collaboration with other doctors- and informing their family about the patient’s evolution.
• Check and control the rational distribution of medicines and equipment under his/her responsibility and take care of the quality, disinfection, and sterilization of the medical material. Assure general compliance with standing hygiene standards.
• Participate in the collection and analysis of epidemiological data, checking its validity and informing the line manager or project coordinator about any problem or complication of the patient's illness, medical error and monitors the proper functioning of the department, equipment or material.
• Ensure ongoing training of the medical/paramedical multidisciplinary team in order to optimize the quality of care related to TB/DR-TB.
• Knows and ensures all DWBI medical protocols are followed and implemented, checking universal precautions are followed at all times and reducing bio-hazard risks and improving infection control. Ensures professional confidentiality is respected.
• Manage the team under his/her direct responsibility according to DWBI HR policies and procedures, supervising their performance, organizing and scheduling shifts and rotations, and directly participating in emergencies and on calls if necessary.
• Provide quality outpatient/clinical consultations and follow-ups to all DRTB patients including those with comorbidities like DM, HIV and others in collaboration with NTEP in the M-east ward, in outreach, and also in DWBI clinic as needed as per the MSF/WHO and NTEP protocols
• Ensure that all DSTB and DR TB patients receive appropriate, all-oral, individualized treatment regimens according to LPA, DST.
• To be the focal point for patients needing combo(DLM +BDQ+-imp based )regimens.
• To organize case discussions weekly, design the appropriate regimens for complex cases and be responsible for clinical follow up and monitoring of patients. To ensure that all data related to these patients is captured in the patient files.
• Discuss cases with NTEP consultant chest physician Dr Vikas Oswal for regimen finalization for complex cases and advocate for all oral effective appropriate regimens at each meeting
• Discussing complex paediatric cases together with paediatrician and making a plan for hospitalization as needed.
• Focal point for deciding on hospitalization needs of the patient and referring to appropriate govt facilities for management.
• To follow up these admitted patients admitted in GTB hospital/other facility and liaise with respective chest physicians of these facilities to discuss the treatment management. Visit the facilities as needed.
• Focal point for assessing patients with COPD, post TB sequelae and cases needing palliative care and making treatment management plans in consultation with the MTR
• To document cases and reports for presentation/reporting/case discussion and prepare a medical discussion with medical technical referent and relevant service components in the medical team.
• Participate in pharmacovigilance documentation and reporting.
• Represent DWBI among assisted population and partner organizations in meetings and conferences pertaining to the topic of DR-TB.or any co-infections
• Maintain confidentiality in all roles and activities.
• Provide medical expertise in training/educational activities about TB and other comorbidities for patients and their supporting families, NGO partners, and other DWBI target populations.
• To be flexible to rotate all interventions of the project.

Requirements

• MBBS degree with full & valid registration from Medical Council of India or state medical councils and medical specialization in pulmonology/chest medicine.

• Preferably at least 3 years of work experience as a specialized doctor, including experience with HIV, TB and/or MDRTB.
• Experienced in performing tissue aspirates techniques for diagnosis.

• Ability to organize and prioritize workload & taking initiative when appropriate
• Able to integrate into a multi-cultural team and cooperate with co-workers
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team and ability to cope with stress.
• Good Punctuality and ability to act with responsibility
• Demonstrates flexibility in taking up tasks outside of regular job responsibilities as required and aptitude for humanitarian medical work.
• Essential computer skills (especially MS Office MS Word and MS Excel) & reporting skills.
• Languages: English, Hindi & Marathi.

HR & Benefits (Non-negotiable)

• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 123,750/-
• Secondary Benefits as per policies:
  • 13th Month Salary/ Festival Bonus
  • 18 Annual Leaves
  • 12 Casual Leaves
  • Other compassionate leaves
  • Medical Reimbursement including dependents
  • Personal Accidental Insurance including dependents

Application Procedure

https://forms.gle/R7qWpSa1S9XoMs447

by 24th May 2022 by 10:00 pm.

In case of any technical issue or query please reach out on : msfocb.mumbai.recruitment@gmail.com

ONLY SHORT-LISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED AND INVITED FOR INTERVIEW.

General

• Position: Specialised Medical Doctor (Paediatrician)
• No of vacancies: 1
• Duration: 12 Months (Renewable)
• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 123,750/-
• Location: Mumbai
• Expected Start Date: 10th June 2022
• Closing date: 24th May 2022 by 10 PM
• Application Form: https://forms.gle/R7qWpSa1S9XoMs447
• Email to: msfocb.mumbai.recruitment@gmail.com

Background

Doctors Without Borders India’s (DWBI) Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis (DRTB) project in Mumbai

• The collaborative project within NTEP [National Tuberculosis Elimination Program] for DRTB – patient management at Shatabdi Hospital, Govandi – OPD, community outreach medical and patient support activities in M/East Ward area
• Medical, “Psychosocial Support” and “Infection Prevention and Control” in GTB Hospital, Sewri
• The independent clinic in Govandi to provide free and quality care to the most severe cases of DRTB

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

• Providing outpatient and/or inpatient paediatric care to patients/beneficiaries according to adapted and updated medical knowledge, DWBI protocols, values and universal hygiene standards to improve the new-born and child/beneficiaries' health conditions
• Paediatrician is going to be part of the multidisciplinary team to provide medical care for DRTB pediatric and adolescent patients in all the sites of DWBI intervention, the special focus required on small children DRTB patients.
• Note: New-borns care is not part of the DRTB intervention in the Mumbai project.
• Applying medical knowledge and skills to prevention, diagnosis and treatment of children, ensuring integrated newborn and paediatric care through Emergency, OPD, and IPD services in Newborns and cases of malnutrition. Prescribing the necessary treatment, and respecting DWBI protocols.
• Collaborating closely with the different members of the team, Knowing and ensuring all updated DWBI medical protocols and universal precautions are followed and implemented, reducing bio-hazard risks and improving infection control.
• As an expert in paediatrics, proposing strategy (modification on current newborn and paediatric care management) and implementing them after validation of Operation and Paediatric Advisor.
• Ensuring ongoing newborn and paediatric training (formal and bedside) of the medical/paramedical multidisciplinary team in order to optimize the newborn and paediatric quality of care. Reviewing and discussing selected complicated cases or mistakes and giving technical input.
• Keeping patients and their families informed of the illness and the treatment to follow, checking that they have been understood. Ensuring professional autonomy and confidentiality are respected and a good attitude and proper bedside manner towards the patient and their caretakers and the rest of the medical team.
• Following up the evolution of the hospitalized/IDP patients through daily visits, consultations and examinations, prescribing the necessary treatment following DWBI protocols, deciding whether they can be discharged or transferred to other departments – in collaboration with other doctors- and informing their families about the patient’s evolution.
• Monitoring the proper functioning of the department, equipment or material and addressing the list of the missing item for newborn and paediatric activities. Providing inputs about the general organization of the different paediatric wards, including the admission, transfer and discharge criteria + referral procedure from Maternity and post-delivery wards
• Checking and controlling the rational distribution of medicines and equipment under his/her responsibility and taking care of the quality, disinfection and sterilization of the medical material. Assuring general compliance with standing hygiene standards.
• Participating in the introduction/improvement of the collection and analysis of epidemiological newborn and paediatric data, checking its validity and informing the line manager or project coordinator about any problems or complications of the patient’s illness and medical errors. Collecting Clinical cases for further trainings and listing a series of comments to improve the current DWBI protocols
• Managing the team under his/her direct responsibility according to DWBI HR policies and procedures, supervising their performance, organizing and scheduling shifts and rotations, and directly participating in emergencies and on calls if necessary.
• Designing and providing training to staff as required.
• Debriefing with coordination, Headquarter (including Paediatric Advisor) and providing a written report on main findings, activities, conclusions and further recommendations.
• Paediatrician is going to be part of the multidisciplinary team to provide medical care for DRTB pediatric and adolescent patients in all the sites of DWBI intervention, the special focus required on small children DRTB patients
• As an expert in paediatrics, lead and adjust the current medical strategy to further improve preventive/diagnostic and treatment tools including contact tracing for better outcomes among the paediatric DRTB cohort and implementing them in all the sites of intervention after validation of Operation and Paediatric Advisor. especial emphasis to improve case finding and the diagnosis of DRTB in small children.
• Provide medical consultation for paediatric patients, special emphasis on small children.
• Be part of the DR TB nodal centre Committees at MEW and DWBI Clinic and ensure the quality of clinical decision making, develop tools for documentation of DRTB pediatric patients to facilitate case discussion and decision of treatment regimen by the nodal centre committee. Refer to Mission and SAMU Tech Ref for complicated questions.
• Define the IPD referral system for critical paediatric patients together with MTR.

Requirements

• Essential: MD/DNB/Diploma in paediatrics with full & valid registration from Medical Council of India or state medical councils

• Paediatrician with 3 years of experience working as a paediatrician in the hospital.
• Desirable working experience with DWBI or other NGOs.
• Desirable working experience in developing countries.

• Ability to organize and prioritize workload & taking initiative when appropriate
• Able to integrate into a multi-cultural team and cooperate with co-workers
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team and ability to cope with stress.
• Good Punctuality and ability to act with responsibility
• Demonstrates flexibility in taking up tasks outside of regular job responsibilities as required and aptitude for humanitarian medical work.
• Essential computer skills (especially MS Office MS Word and MS Excel) & reporting skills.
• Languages: English, Hindi & Marathi.

HR & Benefits (Non-negotiable)

• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 123,750/-
• Secondary Benefits as per policies:
  • 13th Month Salary/ Festival Bonus
  • 18 Annual Leaves
  • 12 Casual Leaves
  • Other compassionate leaves
  • Medical Reimbursement including dependents
  • Personal Accidental Insurance including dependents

Application Procedure

https://forms.gle/R7qWpSa1S9XoMs447

by 24th May 2022 by 10:00 pm.

In case of any technical issue or query please reach out on : msfocb.mumbai.recruitment@gmail.com

ONLY SHORT-LISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED AND INVITED FOR INTERVIEW.

General

• Position: Nurse
• No of vacancies: 1
• Duration: 12 Months (Renewable)
• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 36,540/-
• Location: Mumbai
• Expected Start Date: 10th June 2022
• Closing date: 24th May 2022 by 10 PM
• Application Form: https://forms.gle/R7qWpSa1S9XoMs447
• Email to: msfocb.mumbai.recruitment@gmail.com

Background

Doctors Without Borders India’s (DWBI) Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis (DRTB) project in Mumbai

• The collaborative project within NTEP [National Tuberculosis Elimination Program] for DRTB – patient management at Shatabdi Hospital, Govandi – OPD, community outreach medical and patient support activities in M/East Ward area
• Medical, “Psychosocial Support” and “Infection Prevention and Control” in GTB Hospital, Sewri
• The independent clinic in Govandi to provide free and quality care to the most severe cases of DRTB

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

• Providing nursing care, treatment and follow-up of patients, according to doctors’ prescriptions, protocols applied in service and universal hygiene standards/precautions, in order to ensure the quality and continuity of care for the targeted population.
• Knowing, promoting, implementing and following up the universal hygiene standards/ precautions, bio-hazard prevention and infection control, security rules and other protocols and procedures in the medical premises and ensuring high standards of hygiene of his/her working environment. Respecting medical secrets and confidentiality at all times.
• Organizing and carrying out care and treatments according to medical prescriptions, and assisting during consultations, daily rounds, and other medical procedures. Participating in health education of the patient (and family) when necessary.
• Identifying Sexually Gender-Based Violence victims and referring them to the medical team so they can receive the necessary treatment. Knowing and is aware of the importance and appropriate use of the Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) Kit
• Ensuring patients are properly received and installed and that those with lack of autonomy are assisted, especially regarding their feeding, personal hygiene, movements, and comfort. For ER and OPD nurse, ensuring triage of patients in waiting areas, wards or during emergencies, detecting the priority acute/emergency cases, carrying out first aid care and referring them to the doctor when necessary
• Sending material to be sterilized and recuperating it from sterilization
• Carrying out admission, surveillance, and follow-up of patients (i.e. assessment of the evolution of their state of health and the identification of any emergency situation or deterioration
• Carrying and supervising administrative procedures and documents (fill in patient’s files, forms, consumptions, statistics, registers, health files, etc.), ensuring an appropriate written/oral handover, and reporting any problematic situations and cases that may arise. Participating in data collection and keeping doctors/supervisors informed.
• Participating in the department-related pharmacy and medical equipment control and maintenance (quality and its functioning, storage conditions, follow-up of expired drugs inventories, stock take of medicines and material at every team changeover ensuring no material is taken out of nursing area/wards without prior authorization, etc.)
• Perform cleaning and minor maintenance for biomedical equipment used. Following the user manual and protocols and alert supervisor in case of malfunctioning.
• Supervising and training nurse-aids, nutritional assistants, cleaners and other related staff under his/her supervision, ensuring teamwork and adherence to all appropriate protocols and procedures.
• Participate in the implementing, monitoring and evaluation of medical activities for HIV patients.
• Provide clinic-based nursing assessment planning and care for new and follow up HIV /MDR TB co-infected patients pts
• Triage sick walk-in patients and prioritize them accordingly. Provide emergency nursing care as necessary in designated area informing the doctor promptly of patient condition.
• Assist staff to maintain correct patient flow in the clinical area and report any problems to the Medical Activity Manager.
• Assist the secretary with the rescheduling of patients when necessary. Prioritize according to medical need in collaboration with clinic doctors. Report any problems to the Medical Activity Manager.
• Support, monitor and direct the daily work of the nursing auxiliaries in collaboration with the clinic supervisor and in her absence. Check that vital signs, weights and BMIs are being taken and recorded accurately in patient charts
• Perform injections, dressings, blood taking, sputum collection in collaboration with other nursing staff.
• Check that appointment for the collection of monthly prescriptions and blood tests are being recorded and scheduled correctly for each patient in the appointment book
• Supervise, monitor and support the daily drug dispensing activities of auxiliary nurses.
• Be responsible for the day-to-day running of dispensary activities in collaboration with Medical Activity Manager of the clinic.

Requirements

• BSc (Nursing) or General Nursing& Midwifery (GNM) recognized from a Nursing Council of India

• Desirable 2 years of previous experience and previous experience in other NGO’s
• Demonstrable experience in supervising and training others in a team setting.

• Ability to organize and prioritize workload & taking initiative when appropriate
• Able to integrate into a multi-cultural team and cooperate with co-workers
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team and ability to cope with stress.
• Good Punctuality and ability to act with responsibility
• Demonstrates flexibility in taking up tasks outside of regular job responsibilities as required and aptitude for humanitarian medical work.
• Essential computer skills (especially MS Office MS Word and MS Excel) & reporting skills.
• Languages: English, Hindi & Marathi.

HR & Benefits (Non-negotiable)

• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 36,540/-
• Secondary Benefits as per policies:
  • 13th Month Salary/ Festival Bonus
  • 18 Annual Leaves
  • 12 Casual Leaves
  • Other compassionate leaves
  • Medical Reimbursement including dependents
  • Personal Accidental Insurance including dependents

Application Procedure

https://forms.gle/R7qWpSa1S9XoMs447

by 24th May 2022 by 10:00 pm.

In case of any technical issue or query please reach out on : msfocb.mumbai.recruitment@gmail.com

ONLY SHORT-LISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED AND INVITED FOR INTERVIEW.

General

• Position: Learning & Development Manager
• No of vacancies: 1
• Duration: 12 Months (Renewable)
• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 97,130  per month (non-negotiable)
• Location: New Delhi
• Expected Start Date: Asap
• Closing date: 25th May 2022
• Email to: India@oca.msf.org

Background

Purpose of post

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

• Knows OC’s recruitment and development policies, procedures and tools, adapt them to the Mission’s context and ensure an equitable, fair, transparent, efficient and accountable implementation throughout the Mission by all relevant people in the mission
• Provide expertise to all people involved in recruitment process on how to lead it properly with the aim of recruiting professionals and people with potentials to be developed.
• Ensures alignment with existing policies and provides expert support to coordinators, activity managers and supervisors in recruiting and developing people under their supervision: first screening of CVs, interview methods, content, detection of potentials, best practices, PMS, alignment of development with operational objectives, etc.
• Knows OC’s induction policies, procedures and tools, adapt them to the Mission’s context and ensure its proper implementation for all newly recruited/arrived staff and for previously hired staff in the Mission who had no access to them when being recruited.
• Ensures (together with the coordinator/supervisors/activity manager) that pre-established specific preparation or specific briefings for newly recruited/arrived staff on the basis of the profile sheet received or development plan are properly done in due time.
• Ensure that all newly recruited/arrived staff receive a briefing agenda upon recruitment/arrival and that they are properly briefed by her/his hierarchical and functional supervisor (if applicable) and receive all the due information according to the established procedures & standard briefing content.
• Follow up the quality and impact of whole briefing and induction processes, collects data and suggest improvements to HRCo if advisable.
• Suggests career paths and support plans for specific persons to HRCo and line managers, ensuring a proper liaison with the Operational needs and objectives set, the results of PMS, the training possibilities (local, international, intersectional, regional, etc.) and the potentials identified.
• Together with HRCo, HRA and Training Unit in HQ, contributes to create and implement a mission training policy adapted to the Mission in order to respond to the needs identified among the staff, prioritizing those needed to ensure the Operational objectives set.
• Together with HRCo, HRA and Training Unit in HQ, contributes to the identification of training options at local / regional / international / intersectional level, and provide expertise upon request to line managers with regards to the assessment of training needs within the teams they supervise.
• In close collaboration with HRCo, HRA and Training Unit in HQ, ensures proper implementation of the Training Policy, procedures and tools in the Mission and support and develop training for Coordinators/supervisors/activity managers (i.e. HR Management, PMS, etc.)
• Support and empower administration managers and HR/administration staff of the Mission in her/his area of expertise (i.e. recruitment, development, induction, detection of talent, training, etc.)
• Provide expertise and support to all coordinators/supervisors/activity managers on how to implement PMS (tool, method, setting up objectives, follow up of action plan and best practices) with the aim to evaluate and develop competencies of the staff they supervise.
• Look for synergy/exchanges with other MSF sections and other NGOs in terms of trainings, coaching and other development tools
• Shares with HRCo all information/suggestions/activities which may have an impact in planning, budget or HR strategies (i.e. suggested career path, requested trainings, development events, mobility, etc.), and does not implement them without previous authorization of HRCo.

Context Specific Accountabilities

• Promote and enforce L&D activities within OCA Indian mission according to the L&D Strategic Plan
• Understand the context, HR challenges, gaps, and opportunities, and capacity building needs in the projects and reflect that in L&D initiatives and plans
• Collaborate with management and staff to foster a culture of learning and development in DWBI
• Work closely with HRCO, HR team and other coordinators to manage learning activities and other capacity building initiatives
• Lead the training planning and budgeting cycle (SCP/ACP)
• Put together a training schedule, communicate with stakeholders (CMT, PCs, MTLs etc.) and follow up with the application and selection process
• Coordinates tracking mechanism to ensure participant information for trainings is shared with HR and recorded in Homere
• Spend approximately 30% of the time working collaboratively with projects (remote and field visits)
• Contribute to the L&D institutional memory of DWBI
• Research L&D opportunities provided by local Institutions
• Supervise and collaborate with the recruitment of possible future HR resources for L&D (if functionally or hierarchically).
• Mentor and supervise possible future HR resources for L&D (if functionally or hierarchically).

Requirements

• Graduate/Degree in HR or related studies

• Working experience of at least four years in Learning and Development or Human Resources with focus on Staff Development
• Desirable previous experience with an International or National level NGO
• Field experience in a Humanitarian or Developmental organization is a determinant asset
• Extensive experience in facilitating trainings and organizing events is a plus

• Essential mission working language - English and Hindi

HR & Benefits (Non-negotiable)

• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 97,130/-
• Secondary Benefits as per policies:
  • 13th month salary benefit and Accidental Insurance cover for employee
  • 18 days annual leave; 12 days paid leave as per specified list of holidays; Sick/Casual leave of 12 days as per calendar year (pro-rated based on hire date).
  • Contributions made for Statutory Benefit programs such as Provident Fund.
  • DWBI provides Medical Reimbursement for employees and their dependents as per health care policy.
  • A stimulating, professional environment in an international organization.

Application Procedure

General

• Position: Nutritionist
• No of vacancies: 1
• Duration: 12 Months (Renewable)
• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 65,580/-
• Location: Mumbai
• Expected Start Date: 1st June 2022
• Closing date: 20th May 2022 by 10 PM
• Application Form: https://forms.gle/R7qWpSa1S9XoMs447
• Email to: msfocb-mumbai@brussels.msf.org

Background

Doctors Without Borders India’s (DWBI) Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis (DRTB) project in Mumbai

• The collaborative project within NTEP [National Tuberculosis Elimination Program] for DRTB – patient management at Shatabdi Hospital, Govandi – OPD, community outreach medical and patient support activities in M/East Ward area
• Medical, “Psychosocial Support” and “Infection Prevention and Control” in GTB Hospital, Sewri
• The independent clinic in Govandi to provide free and quality care to the most severe cases of DRTB

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

• Designing, implementing and monitoring the nutritional related activities in the project (all the sites of intervention) according to DWBI protocols, standards and procedures in order to improve the nutritional conditions of the target popu-lation.
• Make mapping of the stakeholder and linkages for nutritional packages support in collaboration with Patient Sup-port team to ensure all the beneficiaries have socio-nutritional assessment and design proper balance diet accord-ing to local available product and nutritional supplement.
• Schedules and organizes all nutrition related activities, in order to efficiently maintain the continuity of the nutritional healthcare at the standard quality levels.
• Supervise the implementation of the nutritional part of the project programs according to DWBI protocols, standards. This includes:
• Draw up outpatients activity planning,
• Follow up/monitoring the nutritional evolution of patients and discuss the problem cases taking part in the medical meetings, and install referral system
• Check those medical and nutrition prescriptions are carried out.
• Check the diffusion, knowledge and application of medical, nutritional and anthropometric protocols.
• Reporting any malfunction to the project biomedical service.
• Ensure that the target population is well informed about the functioning of the nutritional intervention, and the state and evolution of the beneficiary’s nutritional health
• Supervises, in cooperation with the pharmacist and project medical referent, the nutrition related stock of the pharmacy, ensuring reception and storage of orders (nutritional items), preparing new orders when required, su-pervising expiration terms and consumption patterns, in order to ensure, a rationale use as well as pharmacy stock levels are permanently updated and above minimum safety point.
• Ensure correct nutritional data collection (registers, nutritional forms, morbidity forms), compile weekly and monthly statistics for the outpatients unit, report this information to the line manager and provide feedback on the results to the team.
• Be the linkage with MEW NGOs/other organizations working in underutrition in community (regular updtae of the stekeholders mapping).
• Maintain a register of SAM children admited in hospitals (follow them up in colaboration with DWBI pediatrician)
• Nutritional advice for selected patients in MEW and clinic.
• Ensure nutritional assessment for all TB patients and proper documentation in files.
• Ensure road to health card is implemented for all under 5 years in close coordination with Pediatrician, doctors and nurses.
• Social assessment criteria to identify real nutritional need of the patient- How many of our patients have rations and how many don’t to assess the need and see if they can be linked to the center
• Implement malnutrition IEC questionnaire.
• Make sure key nutrition messages are integrated in the patient conseling component, health promotion and community intervention in the clinic and MEW (shatabdi and AVR hubs-PHCs).
• Review and adjust the nutritional indicators or the logframe and make quarterly report/ analysys/action plan of activities to be implemented in the clinic and MEW.
• Assess training needs of the medical teams and make/implement an annual training plan for the staff.
• Lead the documentation of DWBI experience in nutritional intervention. Active participation in ORs.-nutritional.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics degree with diploma

• Minimum 2 years experience as a Nutritionist.

• Ability to organize and prioritize workload & taking initiative when appropriate
• Able to integrate into a multi-cultural team and cooperate with co-workers
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team and ability to cope with stress.
• Good Punctuality and ability to act with responsibility
• Demonstrates flexibility in taking up tasks outside of regular job responsibilities as required and aptitude for humanitarian medical work.
• Essential computer skills (especially MS Office MS Word and MS Excel) & reporting skills.
• Languages: English, Hindi & Marathi.

HR & Benefits (Non-negotiable)

• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 65,580/-
• Secondary Benefits as per policies:
  • 13th Month Salary/ Festival Bonus
  • 18 Annual Leaves
  • 12 Casual Leaves
  • Other compassionate leaves
  • Medical Reimbursement including dependents
  • Personal Accidental Insurance including dependents

Application Procedure

https://forms.gle/R7qWpSa1S9XoMs447

by 20th May 2022 by 10:00 pm.

In case of any technical issue or query please reach out on : msfocb-mumbai@brussels.msf.org

ONLY SHORT-LISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED AND INVITED FOR INTERVIEW.

General

• Position: Biomed Technician
• No of vacancies: 1
• Duration: 1 Year (renewable)
• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 32,887/- per month (non-negotiable)
• Location: Patna
• Project: Advanced HIV
• Expected Start Date: ASAP
• Closing date: 14 March 2022
• Email to: patna-hrmanager@oca.msf.org

Background

Doctors Without Borders India (DWBI) aims to provide medical assistance without any kind of discrimination including offer medical assistance during natural and manmade disasters through the establishment of healthcare centres, implementing medical programs for critical illnesses on its own or with partners, working for creating medical awareness and capacity building and carry out/sponsor research to provide strategic input on relevant medical treatment options in India.

Purpose of Post

Be the focal person for biomedical equipment for MSF-OCA in India. Responsible for planning, follow-up and preventive maintenance manuals and perform basic preventive maintenance tasks. To know and understand the technical details of the equipment, ensure it is correctly used and functioning well. Ensure good follow-up of cleaning, timely maintenance and correct repair and supporting other projects through regular project visits. Enforce the use of the Biomed Policy in the Mission.

This is a Patna-based position, with the flexibility of mobility to other project locations. In addition to the responsibilities linked to Biomedical equipment, the Biomed Technician is responsible for the supervision of the cold chain in the mission.

Functional and Hierarchical Lines

• Hierarchically accountable to the Logistical Manager/ Project Coordinator
• Functionally accountable to the Laboratory Manager/ LogCo.

Accountabilities

• Performing and carrying out, all necessary complex / advanced installation, maintenance and repair of DWBI biomedical equipment and ensuring that as few items are out of service at any given time. This includes the following tasks :
  • Organizing and participating in the installation of biomedical equipment;
  • Following the schedule and carrying out preventive and curative maintenance works for the equipment according to the MSF and/or manufacturer's protocols, manuals, and recommendations and ensuring that cleaning and simple maintenance are properly carried out by medical staff;
  • Reporting any issues or problems on biomed equipment to his/her supervisor and proposing solutions (training of staff on a device, operating procedures, etc.). If maintenance work requires further assistance, documentation or additional tools, this shall be requested from and provided by his/her supervisor;
  • Participating in organizing user training where required
• Managing the stock of consumable items, filling in the stock cards, carrying out physical stock inventories, executing orders necessary for renewing stock, avoiding any shortage.
• Responsible for the equipment and tools (including extinguishers and oxygen cylinders), checking they are correctly and safely used, maintaining and renewing them when necessary and keeping the inventory updated.
• Keeping working area clean and tidy.
• Ensuring that all record sheets and books related to maintenance are always completed (including date of intervention, replaced parts, problems and solutions) and preparing needed reports before and after any repair or required maintenance.

Context Specific Accountabilities

Management Tasks

• Implement and endorse MSF-OCA Biomed (DWBI and Mission Specific) policy.
• Request on purchase, installation and repair of biomed-hardware in the project.
• Work closely with Supply teams to give input related to biomed equipment and spare part management system.
• Communicate and provides updates with Project Logistics Supervisors on a regular basis.
• Ensure the storage of all biomedical documentation in the projects is up to date.
• Request for specialized support when required (external company, Back Office Biomed Referent Amsterdam).
• Maintain contact/contracts with external companies: organize annual diagnosis and certification for those items of equipment for which specialized training or specialists are required
• Be in close contact with the Mission Electrician related to power supply for biomed equipment.
• Ensure good management of cold chain equipment in all projects. Implement and endorse cold chain policies and protocols in collaboration with Supply and Technical Logistic departments

Maintenance and repairs

• Biomed helpdesk for faults reported by the Project Logistic Supervisors.
• Plan the preventive maintenance schedule for the mission projects and follows it up with the standard tools of MSF.
• Receive the reports on failures identified by users and Log supervisors, and providing a first diagnosis to them.
• Make sure that for every equipment to be repaired there exists a repair form and a proper follow-up.
• Participate in the installations and hardware changes of biomedical equipment.
• Travel to different projects to perform the different needs in terms of maintenance and repairs that are beyond the capacity of the Project Logistic supervisors.
• Cold Chain helpdesk for repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Advice on active and passive cold chain equipment needed to support programs and put in place contingency plans.
• Responsible to contact the external service providers (those who have service contract AMC/CMC) and closely monitor/follow up the service schedule according to terms and conditions of the contract.

Stock

• Regularly (every 4 months) coordinate the inventory of biomedical equipment present in the Mission.
• Ensures that there are enough spare parts for preventive maintenance and basic repairs and Low consumable stock in projects
• Ensure that there is back-up for the equipment; if not make contingency plans.
• Is responsible for the spare parts order contents for the mission.
• Make sure all the equipment is properly labelled and identified with proper descriptions and codes.
• Ensure that back-ups are available for cold chain equipment with relevant spare parts.
• Responsible for cold chain spare parts and monitoring devices orders.

Training

• Training project Logistical teams and Medical staff on the basics of handling the preventive maintenance at the project level.
• Coordinate with the Medical Team Leaders on trainings of the users.
• Take lead in organizing or noticing the needs for user training (infection control, hygiene, use of autoclave or other equipment etc.) as regards Biomed equipment.
• Ensure that protective gear is available and being used by the project tech-logs when handling the Biomed equipment.
• Seek more information from the end-users to get a clear picture of any challenges as a result of using the equipment and share the information with the Laboratory Manager, LogCo and PMRs.

Visit Projects

• Makes regular planned project visits with TOR’s.
• Visits projects when help is requested from the projects. Maintain the overview of all types of equipment with all required details for the follow-up with maintenance and services.

Requirements

Education

• Diploma as Biomedical technician preferred;
• Diploma as mechanical or electrical technician;
• Demonstrable technical skills and understanding.

Experience

• Experience in a technical field. (Minimum 2 years experience)
• Pedagogical skills are an asset

Languages

• Mission language and local language essential.

Knowledge

• Know and understand all the biomedical devices present on the project(s) including the operating principle, use and technical documentation, of each biomedical equipment on the project/mission.

Competencies

• Results and Quality Orientation L1
• Teamwork and Cooperation L1
• Behavioral Flexibility L1
• Commitment to MSF Principles L1
• Service Orientation L1
• Stress Management L2

This job description may be amended in line with the activities or evolution of the organization.

HR & Benefits

• Salary Gross (INR): 32887/- per month (non-negotiable)
• 18 days annual leave; 12 days paid leave as per specified list of holidays; Sick/Casual leave of 12 days as per calendar year (pro-rated based on hire date).
• Contributions made for statutory benefit programs such as Provident Fund.
• Covered under accident insurance.
• DWBI provides medical reimbursement for employees and their dependents as per health care policy.
• A stimulating, professional environment in an international organization.

Application Procedure

To apply please email your CV and motivation letter (with phone number) with the subject Ref: Biomed Technician to:

patna-hrmanager@oca.msf.org

no later than 14 March 2022 .

Application without a motivation letter will not be accepted.

Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. MSF is an equal opportunity employer, and women candidates are encouraged to apply. We do not use any external recruitment consultants. Recruitment of local based candidates will be prioritized.

Local candidates are encouraged to apply.

General

• Position: Field Communications Officer
• No of vacancies: 1
• Duration: 1 Year (renewable)
• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 54, 900 /- per month (non-negotiable)
• Location: New Delhi
• Expected Start Date: ASAP
• Closing date: 31 March 2022 till 05:30 pm
• Email to: delhi-hrm-assist@oca.msf.org

Background

Purpose of Post

• Contributing to the implementation of operational communication strategy in the mission according to DWBI standards.
• Aiming at building DWBI visibility, acceptance and leverage inside the country.
• Focusing on media alert, local media management and content diffusion.
• To work in close collaboration with the MSF-South Asia (SA) Communications team to achieve all the objectives.

Functional and Hierarchical Lines

• Hierarchically accountable to Project Coordinator
• Functionally accountable to Project Coordinator

Accountabilities

• Under the supervision of the Project Coordinator and in continuous collaboration with MSF-SA communications team, the FCO establishes and maintains regular relations with key local media contacts (journalists, bloggers, photographers, and camera-men, in the project’s catchment area).
• He/ She/ They will handle local media requests and contact local media proactively to pitch DWBI and SGBV project
• He/She/They organize events for local media (Press conference, Press briefing, etc.)

• The FCO monitors local media and flags significant articles, trends, news or reports of importance for the project to PC
• He/she/ they produce strategic reports on the local media landscape (key media, audience numbers, political affiliation, ownership, freedom of speech, use of social media) and regularly reports on new developments.
• He/she/they provide guidance on how to deal with local media at times of crisis.

• The FCO implements the diffusion of decided project-related content in the catchment area and beyond, depending on the extent and operational decision, in local languages and among local media. If judged applicable, he/ she/they use social media (Twitter, blogs, Facebook....) to promote this content.

• The FCO collaborates with MSF-SA Comms for the production of local communication tools and products (leaflets, brochures, posters, radio spots, articles, photos, videos) according to local strategy and budget with close collaboration with MSF-SA communications team
• In particular, he/she/they will help identify the right communications tools and will adapt/translate communications materials to targeted local audiences.

• When applicable the FCO will provide communication training to other project staff.

• The FCO will participate in communication data-collection and reporting to PC and Media team in MSF-SA as and when required.

Context Specific Accountabilities

• The FCO is SGBV project’s key point of contact and sparring partner with MSF-SA Coms for the creation of digital content, organization of media and external communications activities, as well as joint campaigns and social media activities.
• The FCO works closely with the Project Coordinator for validation of media content and activity to ensure that content does not translate into operational risks for the project and the organization.
• The FCO is responsible to mobilize the project’s staff and ensure their involvement in content production and experience sharing at the project level.

• Develop a coms framework inclusive of Q&As and communications lines for the project, which have to be coherent with the organization’s national rules and approach as well as the project’s key messaging.
• Assist the Advocacy Manager with and participate to the design of the project’s Advocacy Strategy.

• Engage external social platforms for the SGBV project’s message to be discussed and shared by other influencers.
• Continuously develop and update the project’s already existing website.
• Setup and maintain cross-platform social media coherence, ensuring consistency of wording, tone, content, imagery and branding between platforms.

•  Liaise with, advise and proactively include project staff in the creation of content and virtual community engagement, especially the medical team (doctors, nurses and counsellors) for topics requiring their expertise.
• Produce content, reply to posts and actively, continuously enagage the project’s platforms’ subscribers and followers on the topic of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence.

• Analyze key social media variables (clout, trends, engagement rate, etc.) and support Operations with their translation into measurable indicators of progress for SGBV project in general.

Requirements

• Essential: University diploma (any) in Digital Marketing and Social Media, and/or degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications or related university degree.

• Essential: Previous experience of at least two years in social media management/influencing, communications, journalism or public relations in India.

• Excellent command of English (written and spoken) and Hindi (written and spoken), essential and required.

• Excellent writing skills. Thorough knowledge of social media and a good understanding of mainstream media. Good networking and media relations skills.
• Essential computer literacy (word, excel and internet) Outgoing personality, good balance between initiative and working in a team.

• Results and Quality Orientation
• Teamwork and Cooperation
• Behavioural Flexibility
• Commitment to MSF Principles
• Stress Management

HR & Benefits

• Salary Gross (INR): 54, 900 /- per month (non-negotiable)
• 18 days annual leave; 12 days paid leave as per the specified list of holidays; Sick/Casual leave of 12 days as per calendar year (pro-rated based on hire date).
• Contributions made for statutory benefit programs such as Provident Fund.
• Covered under accident insurance.
• DWBI provides medical reimbursement for employees and their dependents as per health care policy.
• A stimulating, professional environment in an international organization.

Application Procedure

delhi-hrm-assist@oca.msf.org

no later than 31 March 2022.

You can also send your application to:

DWBI Delhi Project Office, A-20, Mahindra Park Main G. T. Road Delhi – 110033, INDIA Tel: +91-11-27642481

Application without a motivation letter will not be accepted.

Due to the high volume of applicants, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Note: We do not use any external recruitment consultants.

General

• Position: Nurse
• No of vacancies: 1
• Duration: 1 Year (Renewable)
• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 31,403 /-
• Location: New Delhi
• Expected Start Date: ASAP
• Closing date: 12 Nov 2021 till 5:30 pm
• Email to: delhi-hrm-assist@oca.msf.org

Background

Purpose of Post

Functional and Hierarchical Lines

Accountabilities

• Knowing, promoting, implementing and following up the universal hygiene standards/ precautions, bio-hazard prevention and infection control, security rules and other protocols and procedures in the medical premises and ensuring high standards of hygiene of his/her working environment. Respecting medical secrets and confidentiality at all times.
• Organizing and carrying out care and treatments according to medical prescriptions, and assisting during consultations, timely follow-ups and other medical procedures. Participating in health education of the patient (and family) when necessary.
• Ensuring patients are properly triaged and directed to the designated expert i.e. An MD/MH counselor/Social worker and that those with lack of autonomy are assisted, For ER and OPD nurse, ensuring triage of patients in waiting areas, wards or during emergencies, detecting the priority acute/emergency cases, carrying out first aid care and referring them to the doctor when necessary
• Performing and monitoring sterilization, autoclave and BWM of medical equipment’s Carrying out admission, surveillance and follow-up of patients to check adherence and state of health and timely identification of any emergency situation or deterioration of any clinic patient
• Following up to check adherence and state of health and the identification of any emergency situation or deterioration
• Carrying and supervising administrative procedures and documents (fill in patient’s files, forms, consumptions, statistics, registers, health files, etc.), ensuring an appropriate written/oral handover, and reporting any problematic situations and cases that may arise. Participating in data collection and keeping doctors/supervisors informed.
• Perform cleaning and minor maintenance of biomedical equipment used. Following the user manual, protocols, and alert supervisor in case of malfunctioning.
• Supervising and training nurse-aids, nutritional assistants, cleaners and other related staff under his/her supervision, ensuring teamwork and adherence to all appropriate protocols and procedures
• To be able to work in collaboration with other team members in order to achieve the overall project objectives.
• To be keen on participating in any internal/external training to enhance project related knowledge

Context Specific Accountabilities

• Under the line management of the IEC/HP Manager for day-to-day activities and the PMR/MAM for paramedical content and analysis:
• Conduct the mapping (geographic location, staffing, care provided therewith) of listed Primary Health Care centers (dispensaries, Mohalla clinics, maternity clinics) in the Blocks targeted by the project in its catchment area.
• Assist the HCHW team in their day-to-day liaison and relationship with ANM and MOIC of Dispensaries) for patient referral and identification purposes.
• Participate in awareness Sessions conducted by the IEC/HP team in Dispensaries and Mohalla Clinic of target blocks as well as the project’s Community Room.
• Participate actively in training, monthly ASHA Meeting conducted by the government dispensaries and various capacity building exercises conducted by the project in Primary Health Care Centers.
• Regularly monitor the evolution of number of SGBV survivors:
  • Referred to PHCs for specific SGBV care;
  • Referred from PHCs to UKK clinic for care;
  • Coordinate with different department of the BJRMH and seek the referral.
• Communicate any and all needs expressed by PHCs towards DWBI for support (training, capacitation, psycho-education, awareness, material, etc.).

• To be able to easily identify Sexually Gender Based Violence victims at the time of triage and then referring them to the relevant clinic team so they can receive the necessary treatment/ care.
• To have optimum knowledge and awareness of the importance and appropriate use of the Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) Kit.
• To provide optimal nursing care to the patients in the clinic
• To be available and ready to cover shifts as a regular nurse at UKK clinic when needed.
• To be willing to participate in any emergency response taken up by the project team locally or outside the work station when required.
• Identifying Sexually Gender Based Violence victims and referring them to the relevant team so they can receive the necessary treatment/ care. Knowing and is aware of the importance and appropriate use of the Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) Kit.
• To participate in any on the job trainings.

• Sharing the list of drugs received by BFO with nurses/ MAM/PMR. To support BFO in sharing drugs received with nurses/PMR/MAM, in storage, classification and organization of drugs during stock count and to update MSR.
• Ensuring efficient management of medical stock depending on drug consumption done or previewed in both pharmacies
• To support nurses in monthly physical inventories of clinic pharmacy stock and compile reports of the same.
• To ensure timely and adequate management of internal request Identify possible medical stock rupture
• Ensure identification and removal of expired drugs from project pharmacy and share list to Log for monthly disposal
• Support nurses in pharmacy related on the job trainings
• Compiling records of all drugs dispensed with reference to standard stock and monthly consumption tool.
• Preparing the monthly Pharmacy reports and participate in monthly TSR analysis/ med-log meeting. Follow up with log and supply department regarding loan/donation, urgent orders and pipeline. Monthly reporting to PMR/MAM.
• Actively participate in six monthly medical order cycle activities including FMC-MSL revision and periodically update, analysis of the same. Identify physically available stock and missing items, analyzing six monthly medical order TSR and PO with PMR/MAM
• Any unusual or unexplained consumption or use of drugs with support of nurses
• Any problems that might be linked to work of pharmacy staff as well as problematic equipment or material (ex. broken, missing).

Requirements

• Essential: certification as a GNM allowed to practice in India.
• Desirable Bachelor in Science of Nursing

• Desirable 2 years of previous experience with DWBI, specifically with SGBV survivors
• Demonstrable experience in others in a team setting

Female Candidate Required

• Results and Quality Orientation
• Teamwork and Cooperation
• Behavioural Flexibility
• Commitment to MSF Principles
• Stress Management

• Hindi (written and spoken) - fluent and essential.
• English (written and spoken) - professional and essential

• Essential- Computer skill (word, excel, power point and internet)
• Desirable- Computer skill (Outlook, share point, skype/team and other)

This job description may be amended in line with the activities or evolution of the organization.

HR & Benefits

• Salary Gross (INR): 31,403 /- per month (non-negotiable)
• 18 days annual leave; 12 days paid leave as per specified list of holidays; Sick/Casual leave of 12 days as per calendar year (pro-rated based on hire date).
• Contributions made for statutory benefit programs such as Provident Fund.
• Covered under accident insurance.
• DWBI provides medical reimbursement for employees and their dependents as per health care policy.
• A stimulating, professional environment in an international organization.

Application Procedure

delhi-hrm-assist@oca.msf.org

You can also send your application to:

DWBI Delhi Project Office,

A-20, Mahindra Park Main

G.T. Road Delhi – 110033,

INDIA Tel: +91-11-27642481

Application without motivation letter will not be accepted.

Due to a high volume of applicants, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Note: We do not use any external recruitment consultants.

General

• Position: Personnel Administration Manager
• No of vacancies: 1
• Duration: 1 Year (Renewable)
• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 81,415 /-
• Location: New Delhi
• Expected Start Date: 15th November 2021
• Closing date: 24 October 2021
• Email to: india@oca.msf.org

Background

Doctors Without Borders India (DWBI) aims to provide medical assistance without any kind of discrimination including offer medical assistance during natural and manmade disasters through establishment of healthcare centers, implementing medical programs for critical illnesses on its own or with partners, working for creating medical awareness and capacity building and carry out/sponsor research to provide strategic input on relevant medical treatment options in India.

Purpose of Post

Is responsible of ensuring that DWBI is a Responsible employer in the mission, supports proper management of HR across the board and assumes full responsibility of all Administrative and legal issues in the Mission.

Functional and Hierarchical Lines

Hierarchically & functionally accountable to – Deputy Human Resources Coordinator

Accountabilities

• Know labor legislation in force in mission country; keep her/himself informed of any amendment made in labour legislation by regularly checking legislation sources and/or regularly meeting with lawyer, other local authorities at this level;
• Know all DWBI policies, procedures, tools, standards and principles regarding all staff’ (national, international, regional, etc.) working conditions, benefits and remuneration, job profiles and function grids, health coverage, etc., adapts them to the Mission reality and ensures an equitable, efficient, transparent, fair and accountable implementation by all relevant staff throughout the Mission.
• Is responsible for the proper implementation and follow up of internal regulations and terms of employment contracts of all national staff, ensuring that all staff is employed in the frame of fair labour conditions, and according to local legislation, DWBI HR vision, values and principles.
• In close collaboration with HRCo, ensures regular administrative meetings with all staff throughout the mission take place in order to ensure they are aware and respect their rights and duties and to inform them of any change in Labor legislation and general employment framework which may affect them (i.e. legal amendments, changes in local practices, new HR-Admin policies or procedures, amendments to Internal Regulations, etc.).
• Is responsible to ensure that all functions and job profiles at Mission level meet with the Mission’s function grid approved by HQ and are aligned with DWBI Standard Job Profiles and Function Grid, and that any new function or amendment to an existing one (including significant changes in responsibilities and/or mixing existing functions) are requested in advance to HRCo and HRA for previous validation by HQ. Identifies deviations and shares them with HRCo in order to draw an action plan in case corrections are needed/convenient.
• Is responsible to ensure that National Staff remuneration (salary, post adjustments, compensations, final settlements, etc,) and benefits (holidays, leaves, social coverage, health coverage, etc.) meet with the Mission’s salary grid validated by HQ, Internal Regulations and HR policies, ensuring DWBI acts as a responsible employer at any time.
• In close coordination with the Finance Coordinator, ensures fulfillment of national legislation regarding employees’ taxes and social security at Mission level, checks that monthly declaration forms for taxes and employee/employer social security contributions are correct and sends them to the Financial Department.
• Informs HRCo in case a legal risk is detected within her/his area of responsibilities and suggests actions to take in order to prevent it. Follows up employees’ claims and keeps HRCo informed at any time.
• Ensure that DWBI, as an employer, as well as all DWBI employees comply with safety and risk prevention measures as stated by local legislation and/or DWBI standard policies and procedures.
• Ensure an efficient filing system (physical and electronic files) of all administrative files at Mission level, granting strict confidentiality of employees’ personal files and other administrative private documents upon request of HRCo, and ensuring preparedness in case of evacuation.
• Upon request of the HRCo, maintain regular contact with ministries, national administrations, other DWBI sections and other organizations to improve/keep up to date with administrative practices.
• Knows Homère in-depth and ensures a proper parameterization, use of the system and quality of data throughout the Mission, being her/himself the Missions’ technical reference in absence of a person specifically in charge of the system.

Context Specific Accountabilities

Legal Frame

• Know labour legislation in force in India (especially Delhi and other states where DWBI works); keep her/himself informed of any amendment made in labour legislation by regularly checking legislation sources and/or regularly meeting with the lawyer, Chartered Accountant, EPF, ESI consultant/authorities and/or other local authorities at this level.

External Communication / Representation

• Ensure efficient contacts with external advisors and experts in order to grant efficient and timely quality control with regards to employee’s contributions and taxes (EPF, ESI, Income Tax for National Staff, etc.).

Homere, Payroll, taxes and social contributions

• Ensures that payroll for Projects and Delhi Coordination is properly prepared and calculated. Reviews and send it to HR Coordinator for approval and share it with Finance department for bank transfer. Responsible to prepare all Homere Reports in due time and send to Homere Specialist in HQ. Focal point for all questions related to payroll.
• In collaboration with Tax consultant / ACU responsible for Income Tax calculation for NS; gathering required tax related information for relevant national employees; and for responding to queries in regards to income tax calculations for all staff.
• Ensure that all social contributions (EPF & ESI) are calculated correctly and deposited on time with the Government. Develop the system/procedure for the Capital and projects to submit the claim for EPF and send regular updates to the project.
• Carry out Homere quality check for all the mission (all project locations and Delhi)

Legal and Administrative Compliance

• Compile the documents and prepare reports for auditors/inspection.
• Actively participates to compliance problem-solving when relevant, and participates to meetings with the Accountancy and Compliance Unit.
• Act as Audit referent during audits requiring HR/ Admin Related documents/information.

Filing

• Ensure an efficient filing system (physical and electronic files) of all administrative files at Mission level, granting strict confidentiality of employees’ personal files and other administrative private documents upon request of HRCo, and ensuring preparedness in case of evacuation.

Recruitment and Induction of new employee

• Assist HRCo and Project with the recruitment of staff.
• Ensure preparation & issuance of offer letter, contract letter or any other letter of correspondence from HR and FIN/HR Assistants in the projects. Point person for induction and to explain benefits & regulations to new employees.

Disciplinary Measures

• Support and guide the project HR team to prepare all the documents related to disciplinary issues.

Others

• To perform any other tasks as required by your Supervisor/Line Manager
• To maintain a flexible approach and response to the needs of the mission even if outside of this job description.
• In close coordination with Deputy HRCO, support development plans from project HR responsible.
• Work in close coordination with EPF Consultant to facilitate EPF withdrawal of ex-employees.

Requirements

Education

• Degree / Diploma in administration or management related studies.

Experience

• Working experience of at least two years in HR administration and Compliances

Competencies

• People Management
• Commitment
• Flexibility
• Results
• Team work & behaviour

Languages

• English and Hindi. Knowledge of any other local languages would be an asset.

Knowledge

• Computer literacy (Word, Excel, Outlook) professional level essential
• Homere software – referent level

This job description may be amended in line with the activities or evolution of the organization.

HR & Benefits

• Salary Gross (INR): 81,415 /- per month (non-negotiable)
• 18 days annual leave; 12 days paid leave as per specified list of holidays; Sick/Casual leave of 12 days as per calendar year (pro-rated based on hire date).
• Contributions made for statutory benefit programs such as Provident Fund.
• Covered under accidental insurance.
• DWBI provides medical reimbursement for employees and their dependents as per health care policy.
• A stimulating, professional environment in an international organization.

Application Procedure

Please clearly state which position you are applying for and send CV and letter of motivation to apply for this position (with phone number) no later than 24 October 2021 to

india@oca.msf.org

Application without motivation letter will not be accepted.

Due to a high volume of applicants, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Note: We do not use any external recruitment consultants.

General

• Position: Purchasing Officer
• No of vacancies: 1
• Subject/Mission: Advanced HIV Project
• Duration: 12 Months (Renewable)
• Monthly Gross Salary: INR 28,263/- 
• Location: Patna
• Expected Start Date: ASAP
• Closing date: 26th October 2021
• Email to: patna-hrmanager@oca.msf.org

Background

Doctors Without Borders India (DWBI) aims to provide medical assistance without any kind of discrimination including offer medical assistance during natural and manmade disasters through establishment of healthcare centers, implementing medical programs for critical illnesses on its own or with partners, working for creating medical awareness and capacity building and carry out/sponsor research to provide strategic input on relevant medical treatment options in India.

Purpose of Post

Performing the day to day purchasing activities in a particular supply office (coordination or project level) according to MSF protocols and standards in order to ensure an optimal running of the mission/ project.

Functional and Hierarchical Lines

Hierarchically and functionally accountable to the Supply Chain Team Leader / Project Supply Chain Manager / Supply Supervisor / Supply Chain Officer.

Main Responsibilities and Tasks

• Performing on a day to day basis the purchasing activities of a supply office, analyzing market sources and competitive pricing conditions among different suppliers in order to ensure an ongoing supply of goods, following the procurement procedures and according to MSF standards and protocols. Including the following activities:
• Constantly assessing the local market, seeking products and suppliers that offer the best value for money and negotiating prices in order to guarantee the best quality and pricing for MSF goods and commodities. Regularly updating the supplier-item-price data on the supply office and informing the Supply (Activity) Supervisor / Logistics Supervisor of all information or modifications to the data i.e. price, address, items available.
• At the request of the line manager, obtaining different quotations from suppliers according to the MSF Purchasing policy and placing purchase orders to pre-selected suppliers with whom prices have been agreed.
• Requesting invoices or receipts, without delay, for all purchases, checking they are correctly filled and translating information written in local language before approval.
• Managing the administrative and accounting procedures related to purchases: completing purchase orders, checking delivery notes (against orders), managing advances issued by the Finance Department, etc. Updating information on purchase lists after purchases are made.
• Assisting in reception control process with the storekeeper.

Context Specific Accountabilities

• Responsible for organizing, coordinating, and make sure all paperwork is done for the transport of any good between Patna and Delhi, Includes the making of Way Bills, Packing Lists, and any other necessary paper;
• Assist Logistic Supervisor and Supply Chain Officer in planning the weekly and monthly expenses related with Logistic department, according to established guidelines and to share this with Logistic Manager and finance department. In charge of Logistic weekly advance.
• Needs to ensure good packing from the supplier (when realistic) to avoid repacking;
• Responsible for accurate record keeping and accounting of local purchase expenditures and to maintain the best possible relations with the finance department (closing of advances on time, planning of purchases, etc);
• Support Storekeeper to maintain & arrange the log store, with proper stock cards and related stock requests, delivery notes, etc;
• Support Storekeeper in the transportation of items from warehouse to Medical premises.
• Support in the organization/organizing training/workshops in coordination with the medical, coordination departments as the need arises.
• Follow-up all utility bills (electricity, mobile phones, internet bills) checking their accuracy and ensuring timely payment of the same;
• Responsible to create IR, Purchase order, and do the reception on Unifield in the absence of the Supply Chain Officer;
• Provide logistical support to emergency interventions, including travel at short notice to work on emergency interventions. Assist in the setup of new projects and fill short term gaps in logistical positions in the projects as required;

Requirements

Education

• Essential: secondary education
• Desirable: commerce-related studies desirable

Experience

• Essential: At least 2 years' experience in supply chain-related jobs
• Desirable: Experience in NGOs

Competencies

• Results
• Teamwork
• Behavioural Flexibility
• Commitment
• Service
• Stress Management

HR & Benefits

• Salary Gross (INR): 28,263/- per month (non-negotiable)
• 18 days annual leave; 12 days paid leave as per specified list of holidays; Sick/Casual leave of 12 days as per calendar year (pro-rated based on hire date).
• Contributions made for statutory benefit programs such as Provident Fund.
• Covered under accidental insurance.
• DWBI provides medical reimbursement for employees and their dependents as per health care policy.
• A stimulating, professional environment in an international organization.

Application Procedure

Please clearly state which position you are applying for and send CV and letter of motivation to apply for this
position (with phone number) not later than 26 October 2021 to

patna-hrmanager@oca.msf.org

Application without motivation letter will not be accepted.

Due to high volume of applicants, only short-listed
candidates will be contacted.

Note: We do not use any external recruitment consultants and only candidates from the state of Bihar
will be preferred.