Orthopedic Surgeon (Tawila) – MSF France

Job Description

Organization	Médecins Sans Frontières France
Job Title	Orthopedic Surgeon
Location	Tawila – North Darfur
Section/Unit	MEDICAL&PARAMEDICAL
Supervises	Activity Manager/ Project Medical Referent
No. of Post	1
Grade Level	9
Duration	6 Months Renewable
Closing Date	20/05/2026

 Background:

Organize and carry out surgery activities, ensure pre and post-operative surgical care, in accordance with MSF policies, protocols, and universal hygiene standards, and in close collaboration with medical staff in the emergency, intensive wards, and operation theatre to improve patients’ health conditions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinates the implementation of MSF clinical policies, tools, guidelines, and protocols ( antibiotic prophylaxis, post-operative pain management, thrombo-prophylaxis, caesarean section, blood transfusion, etc) and recommendations (standard hygiene and sterilization rules, prevention of HIV, TB, Syphilis, and Hep B exposure) to minimize clinical risks. 
• Undertake pre-operative consultations, evaluating the surgical risks with the anaesthetist and/or other medical staff involved, and obtaining the patient’s signed consent to operate. 
• Carry out emergency and programmed surgical intervention following MSF protocols and policies, including swab counts, ensuring appropriate use of surgical equipment and proper OT registry entry/documentation of all OT interventions. 
• Carry out post-operative clinical care and ward rounds, collaborating with the anesthetist, the Operating Theatre Nurse, and ward staff or other Unit Managers to ensure compliance with MSF protocols and rational use of medicines. Attend OPD, emergency room when required. 
• In collaboration with the anaesthetist, carry out the collection and analysis of quantitative surgical anaesthesia data, using post-operative observation sheets, routine data collected, patient files, operating department register, etc., etc., to monitor quality. Monthly review data and analyze clinical trends, and comment on adverse events / poor clinical outcomes. Support organizing the operating program and, with OT staff, monitor use of material and equipment, and advise on instrument needs and coordinate patient referral. 
• Put in place the emergency disaster response plan of the hospital along with the anesthetist and the medical doctor, and /or the responsible nurse, and run role hospital practical rehearsals, in order to ensure the continuity of the services under any circumstance 
• Knows and helps implement the accidental blood exposure policy. 
• Plan, evaluate, and supervise the training of the staff (emergency and outpatient teams) in order to ensure the amount of knowledge required and to improve people’s diagnosing, triage, and early detection capabilities.
• Supports other medical teams/wards when needed (i.e., midwives and obstetric teams in the maternity ward, etc
• Provide specialized orthopedic care, including management of fractures, musculoskeletal injuries, and trauma cases in line with MSF protocols. 
•  Perform orthopedic surgical procedures (e.g., fracture fixation, debridement, amputations) and ensure appropriate pre- and post-operative care. 
•  Manage trauma-related surgical cases, including open fractures and complex injuries, particularly in emergency and mass casualty situations. 
  • Participate in on-call and duty rotations as required. 
  • Ensure availability to respond to mass casualty incidents and other medical emergencies.

Qualification, Skills, and Experience Required:

• Languages: Arabic and English are essential
• Education: Medical Doctor (MBBS or equivalent) is essential. Specialization in Orthopedic Surgery (MD, MSc, Diploma, or equivalent) is essential. 
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience as an Orthopedic Surgeon is essential. Experience in trauma and emergency surgical care is desired. Previous experience in NGO or humanitarian settings is an asset.

How to Apply:

Please note: No online application. Only paper applications in Tawila will be allowed.

Updated CV in English & cover letter, ID card, certificate, Work permit & Physical Clearance (Provide only copies, no original documents) 

Please note: 

• Only complete and relevant applications will be considered 
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted 
• Positions are open to everyone aged 18 and above. Women are highly encouraged to apply.  
• MSFF does not reimburse the possible costs for transportation for tests and interviews that may take place during the recruitment process. 

Deadline for submission of application: 20th May 2026 (4:00 PM)       

The application should be identified with:   orthopedic Surgeon  on the envelope with your application