Senior Medical Officer- Obs and Gynae

Save the Children invites applications for the above-mentioned position. We are committed to equal employment opportunities, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, age, or beliefs and religion. We are committed to diversifying our staff to better represent the communities we serve and actively welcome underrepresented groups to apply.

The Opportunity

The incumbent will be a technical part of the health programme, with special focus on Sexual Reproductive Health in close collaboration with local health authorities, SRH working group and community members and will be working in Teknaf health facilities on a rotational basis. S/he provides direct involvement in high-risk pregnancies and obstetric emergencies, including life-saving surgical and medical interventions. The role emphasizes mentorship, supervision, and continuous professional development of medical officers, midwives, nurses, and allied health staff to build resilient teams and improve service delivery. Furthermore, the role is expected to engage with internal and external technical working groups and communities of practice, will work closely with the Pediatrician, Anesthesiologists, operating theatre staff and midwives, and will have direct communication with the other members of the clinical team.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 1 years’ experience practicing independently as an Obs /Gynae (i.e., does not require supervision). 
• MBBS is recognized by the BMDC with 2 year’s post-graduation training. 1 year’s job experience in obstetric and gynae field
• Up to date evidence of current license and registration to practice.         
• Ability and willingness to travel to remote and insecure locations and in unstable areas. 
• Previous experience of managing obstetric complications often associated with humanitarian emergencies e.g. management of infectious diseases in pregnancy, clinical management of rape etc.
• Familiar with the Minimum Initial Service Package (MISP) for reproductive health in humanitarian settings
• Advanced life support, pediatric life support and neonatal life support trained or their equivalents
• Strong communication skills, with an excellent level of spoken and written English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships both inside and outside the organization.

The Organization

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the rights of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday

• All children learn from a quality basic education, and that,

• Violence against children is no longer tolerated.

 

We know that great people make a great organisation, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Application Information

Please apply using a cover letter and an up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations

 

Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview

‘Save the Children promotes diversity in its workforce.’

We need to keep children safe, so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.

The Organization
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard. We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

· No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
· All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
· Violence against children is no longe