Job Description
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international, independent, medical humanitarian organisation that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural disasters and exclusion from healthcare. MSF offers assistance to people based on need, irrespective of race, religion, gender or political affiliation.

MSF is advertising for the following position: PSYCHIATRIST

Requirements for the position

Education:

MD degree, specialization in psychiatry mandatory
Experience:

Essential requirements:

previous experience of at least 2 years in similar or relevant positions.
Working experience as a psychiatrist
Valid working permit from the medical council
Experience in training and supervision
Languages:

English and English are mandatory
Other:

Computer literacy, Capacity to work in a multidisciplinary team, Strong communication and organizational skills

Results and Quality Orientation
Teamwork and Cooperation
Behavioural Flexibility
Commitment to MSF´s Principles
Stress management
Description

Place of work: Hajja Office, Republic of Yemen
Level: 9 (with specialty allowance and accommodation package)
Duration: Until the end of 2023 renewable based on performance and subjected to a probationary period according to the Labour Law.
Others: Salary: Based on the organization scale
Main objectives

To collaborate with MSF medical staff on the integration of psychiatric treatment with basic healthcare services in order to insure the treatment of patients suffering from severe and common psychiatric disorders.

MSF Specific accountabilities

Main tasks:

Supervision of MSF and MoH doctors and nursing team, providing psychiatric care in the Mental Health (MH) clinic according to the criteria established in MH clinic, national and international protocols and standards approved by the MSF mental health referents
Training and building the capacity of the MH team to manage psychiatric patients in the clinic and DCC, with special emphasis on training in MHGAP diagnosis and intervention and pharmacological management of MH disorders, following MSF protocols
Implementation of the expanded MHGAP approach in the project
Equip the team with the needed tools for the routine implementation of the component
Improve the quality of care in psychiatric services with a comprehensive multidisciplinary approach
Improve the access to quality psychiatric services of the target population by strengthening the referral system and collaborating with MoH and other key actors
Ensure rational use of psychotropic drugs by advising on treatment lines according to MSF guidelines, reviewing consumption and prepare medical orders in collaboration with Pharmacist, and Mental Health Activity Manager (MHAM)
Ensure the metabolic follow up protocol for psychiatric patients is implementated, the timely but rational use of laboratory tests & other complementary exams for eg CT-scan observed
Train and guide the management of psychiatric emergencies (MSF and MoH Staff)
Manage psychiatric care MH referrals, follow the criteria established in MH clinic and the international protocols and standards approved by the MSF mental health referents.
Assessing whether the adequacy and quality of mental health care of patients admitted to the services offered in the MH clinic in Hajjah (outpatients) and in the MH Al-Amal Hospital (facility chosen to refer critical patients (inpatients)) is adjusted to the MSF protocols and standards and reporting accordingly.
Supervise and follow the data collection of medical tools and Psychiatric Line list
Support the activities in Day Care Center, propose technical improvements in line with the –
strategySupport Abs project MH activities on request by the medical coordination (20% of the time)
Main responsibilities and tasks

Provide treatment for patients suffering from severe and common psychiatric disorders with specific attention to the cultural context.
Provide training and supervision to national and international medical staff (doctors and nurses) on diagnosis and treatment of severe and common mental health disorders according to MSF guidelines
Participate as a member of the mental health team when present and offer supervision and support to national psychologists and counselors
Ensure that guidelines and psychotropic medications from MSF and MoH standard drug list are available in the project
Ensure that proper information on treatment and follow up are collected in order to monitor the provision of care.
Evaluate in-country available psychiatric services including possibilities for psychiatric hospitalization and the quality of these services.
Form a relationship with MoH and exploration of sustainability of psychiatric treatment.
Establish collaborationcommunication with medical specialties in the project in order to achieve a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care.

How to Apply
All interested applicants should use the QR code or go through the below link to apply:

https:forms.gleSrnCjLvBo4FAH1Ct8

Applications with no supporting documents (Qualification and Experience Certificates, Work Permit “Valid”)
WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
CVs and Cover letters must be in ENGLISH.
Deadline for the submission of applications is : 31.12.2024 (shortlisting will be done periodically even before the end of the deadline)
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for a technical test and interview.
“MSF promotes the inclusion of women and people with disabilities.

MSF does not charge fees or accept any money during the entire recruitment process.”