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POSITION : Country Electrician 

Job Description

Carry out installation of needed electrical equipment as defined by each project.
Assist with urgent support/ advice and carry out critical rehabilitation tasks and corrective maintenance interventions.
Perform annual maintenance procedures and safety checks across facilities in the mission.
Carry out and update the electrical installations inventory
Elaborate the necessary documentation for carrying out energy installations projects
Identify local technical actors, and organize their participation in the project
Support the supply team in validation and quality control of energy equipment, spare parts, tools…
Support logisticians on needs identification in terms of electrical materials, equipment’s & tools.
Organize the technical training of the teams in charge of the service of electrical installations and equipment
Carry out and regular update of power assessments in all MSF facilities in the mission.

Required Skills and Conditions

Essential degree education and formal technical training. Electrician training or diploma required.
At least one year in MSF or 2 years in a similar post out of MSF,
Previous working experience as an electrician – 2 years mandatory
Result oriented commitment, flexibility, stress management and capacity to work as a team.
Fluent in spoken and written English and Hausa (preferably).

Work Location

Abuja based but 70% of the time on the different field project (Jahun, Maiduguri, Port Harcourt, new project)

Contract

Full-time, unlimited contract duration starting as soon as possible.
208 working hours per month

NB: only successful applicants will be called for interview.

Notice: No monetary transactions, neither demands of favors in kind, nor other types of favoritism will be tolerated in the recruitment process.  MSF reserves the right to refuse hiring of a candidate having benefitted from such acts. All illicit demands of these types may be pursued through the judicial system.

POSITION : Logistics Supervisor 

Main purpose

Supervise the daily logistics activities in Abuja and provide maintenance to the MSF equipments, facilities and infrastructures, according to MSF protocols in order to maintain the facilities in perfect conditions and collaborate in the development of the mission.

Accountabilities

Monitor maintenance activities of infrastructures for the capital (office, stores, expats houses,…)
Ensure the check and follow-up of capital facilities:
Carry out daily visits to the facilities, reporting any anomalies or problems to the line manager.
Evaluate rehabilitation needs and following up minor building rehabilitation work in accordance with instructions given by his supervisor, and accounting to him/her on progress
Check that premises observe security norms (fire extinguishers present, electrical installations earthed, etc.).
Carry out inventory of equipment in the premises and send it to the capital log manager
Carry out initial inventory & status for new rental premises
Planning required checks and maintenance activities of energy systems/set-up & other assets according to MSF standards
Coordinate and lead the logistics team under his/her responsibility, in particular:
Define each person’s tasks, supervising them on a daily basis and checking the quality of their work (punctuality, rigour, quality, etc.).
Draw up working schedules for logistics teams for each department or facility.
Organise and lead meetings of the team under his supervision.
Participate in the recruitment of personnel for his team.
Attending logistics meetings and accounting for his activities.
Provide technical support to the storekeeper:
Check-up of equipments in store
Description of items in store, etc…

Requirements

Education: Technical Diploma or Degree required.
Experience: One year experience at least with MSF or 2 years in a similar position out of MSF.
Languages: English is mandatory, local language desirable.
Knowledge: Essential computer literacy (word, excel)

Competencies 

Results
Teamwork
Flexibility
Commitment
Stress Management.

Work Location

Contract

208 working hours per month and roster flexibility required.

Notice: No monetary transactions, neither demands of favours in kind, nor other types of favouritism will be tolerated in the recruitment process. MSF reserves the right to refuse hiring of a candidate having benefitted from such acts. All illicit demands of these types may be pursued through the judicial system.

POSITION : Information & Comm. Technology Supervisor

Main purpose

Install and maintain systems and communications’ software and hardware according to MSF standards and policies, and support users, in order to ensure the efficient use of ITC systems and equipment.

Accountabilities

Mission ITC support

Together with the Deputy Logistics Coordinator, analyze the ICT needs of the mission, draw up a draft of the ICT budget, and design an adapted strategy aiming to optimize the investment on information and communication technology.
Provide a help desk support and training to users (on software, hardware, telecom problems, etc.) in order to satisfy their needs, ensure fluent communications in the mission as well as the correct use, maintenance and running of IT equipments and networks.
Train log managers, supervisors and radio operators, on daily maintenance tasks and first level support, in order to improve their capabilities and lead time response.
Provides qualified assistance to users in order to organize and prioritize their data based on their value, in order to optimize the size of data subject to back up.
Assist the log managers in ITC equipment inventory & labeling

ITC Maintenance, Repair & Security

Plan and provide network security to ensure that appropriate access points are used internally on the LAN/WLAN’s, and to prevent intrusions.
Manage and execute security management protocols (anti-malware updates and software patching; firewall protection; radio protection, etc.) in order to ensure an immediate operational recovery/continuity in case of emergency and data security availability.
Together with log managers supervise the regular Backup process for all the missions.
Manage and provide corrective and preventive maintenance activities (check-up, cleaning, etc.).
Manage and provide updating and upgrading activities in order to ensure that all the users and their equipments on the network are standardized with respect to virus protection, software, and hardware and network configuration.
Identify and implement Information management practices to enhance the mission system’s effectiveness and reliability (development, checkup, deployment of applications, systems or new ITC standards, etc.).
Ensure questions and problems related to ITC are solved (if appropriate, according to MSF policies and procedures in force at any time).
Manage and update a small stock of spare parts and replacing obsolete materials when necessary, of ICT environments, telecom and hardware equipments, according to MSF policies and procedures in place at any time.
Participate in preparation of ITC equipment to be sent for repair: description of problem on the repair form, cleaning & packaging.

Local market assessment (ITC equipments & service providers):

Compares quality of equipment, software and internet providers/services, in order to optimize the procurement decisions and ensure local assistance.

Reporting

Reports and refer unsolved questions and problems, as well as unusual requests, to the respective support units in order to actively provide solutions and ensure quality standards.
Provide visit report and monthly report to be sent to the deputy logco and the log manager

Requirements

Education

Advanced diploma in IT
Desirable degree in technical engineering.

Experience

Desirable experience in MSF.
Desirable at least 1 year experience on similar position

Languages

Essential, working knowledge of English and good command of ICT English. .
Administration of Operational Systems (W7, W10)
MS Office 2007/2010
Microsoft Networks configuration and set up (network components –switch and routers-, Ethernet, wifi, Bluetooth)
Protocols: TCP/IP, LAN, WAN
Configuration and set up of networks: Desktops, Laptops and Devices
Installation, configuration and troubleshooting of Desktop, Laptop and devices
Mail clients: Outlook, Mozilla, Lotus
Use and realization of Image Disk
Antivirus: Kaspersky
Radio HF & VHF/ Antennas: installation, frequencies programming

Competencies 

Good knowledge of electrical appliances
Teamwork
Flexibility
Commitment
Stress Management
Interest for MSF

Work Location

Abuja based but 70% of the time on the different field project (Jahun, Maiduguri, Port Harcourt, new project)

Contract

208 working hours per month and roster flexibility required.

Applications can be submitted in person or by email to: msff-abuja-recruitment@paris.msf.org

 NB: only successful applicants will be called for interview.

Notice: No monetary transactions, neither demands of favours in kind, nor other types of favouritism will be tolerated in the recruitment process. MSF reserves the right to refuse hiring of a candidate having benefitted from such acts. All illicit demands of these types may be pursued through the judicial system.

POSITION : Country Bio-Medical Technician 

Main purpose

Be the focal person for biomedical equipment for MSF in Nigeria mission. Know and understand the (technical details of the) equipment, ensure it is correctly used and functioning well. Ensure good follow-up of the activities of the project Biomedical Technicians and coordinate the biomedical equipment across the mission and with HQ for support or repair.
The country biomed technician will be based in Jahun (Jigawa State) with regular visits in others projects. Around 70% of his time out of Jahun.

Accountabilities

Asset Management:

Must know the all-biomedical devices present on the project(s). Understand the technical documentation, operating principle and use of each piece of biomedical equipment on the project/mission.
Coordinate between projects for equipment/support exchange to help ensure that as few items are out of service on the mission at any given time.
Organizes and participates in installation and replacement of biomedical equipment.
Take the lead in organising user training where required.
Arranges for packing, shipment and contact with service providers or after sales service to the MSF supply centre for the repair of equipment that cannot be fixed locally.
Follow-up of maintenance contracts, proposes renewal before expired date.

Maintenance:

Provide assistance to project Biomedical Technicians when maintenance work requires further assistance, documentation or additional tools.
Perform preventive maintenance, annual diagnosis and certification for those items of equipment for which specialized training has been provided.
Perform fault diagnosis and curative maintenance on those items of equipment for which specialised training has been received.

Stock Management:

Manage inventory of spare parts and back-up equipment at mission level.
Check and advice on international orders for consumables and spare parts.
Coordinates and organise repair returns and keep track of the arrival of orders, request information in case of delay and / or emergency.

Delegation:

Provides support to the project Biomedical Technician(s).

Requirements

Education

Diploma as Biomedical technician
Demonstrable technical skills and understanding

Experience

Experience as a biomedical technician in hospital (Minimum 2 years’ experience)
Pedagogical skills are an asset

Languages

English Language
Local language desirable

Competencies

Results
Teamwork
Flexibility
Commitment
Stress Management.

Work Location

Jahun (Jigawa State) based but 70% of the time on the different field project (Abuja, Maiduguri, Port Harcourt, new project)

Contract

208 working hours per month and roster flexibility required.

How To Apply

Submit your CV, copies of qualifications and a cover letter with contact details to the MSF Admin’ Office in Abuja(No 26 Olu Agabi Close Life Camp, Gwarimpa District) (“Application Box” at the Watchmen Desk). (WITH REF. COUNTRY BIOMED TECH. 2016)

Applications can be submitted in person or by email to: msff-abuja-recruitment@paris.msf.org

Please make sure to submit your application on or before this date.

NB: only successful applicants will be called for interview.

Notice: No monetary transactions, neither demands of favours in kind, nor other types of favouritism will be tolerated in the recruitment process. MSF reserves the right to refuse hiring of a candidate having benefitted from such acts. All illicit demands of these types may be pursued through the judicial system.