INFECTION AND PREVENTION CONTROL (IPC) SUPERVISOR – Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) - December 2023

INFECTION AND PREVENTION CONTROL (IPC) SUPERVISOR – Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) – December 2023

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
December 28, 2023

Tanzania Jobs » Infection And Prevention Control (IPC) Supervisor at Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) December, 2023

JOB VACANCY – INFECTION AND PREVENTION CONTROL (IPC) SUPERVISOR – FULL TIME – 100%

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international, independent, medical humanitarian organization delivering emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural disasters, and exclusion from healthcare. MSF offers assistance based on need, irrespective of race, religion, gender, or political affiliation, guided by the principles of neutrality and impartiality.

Title: INFECTION AND PREVENTION CONTROL (IPC) SUPERVISOR
Direct Reports: PROJECT MEDICAL REFERENT (PMR)
Location: LIWALE, LINDI

MAIN PURPOSE

Implementing and supervising an infection control program in a project or health facility, according to MSF protocols, safety, and IPC measures, to ensure the quality of care and safety of patients, caretakers, and staff.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Collaborate with MOH staff to ensure the implementation of IPC protocols and guidelines in health centers and dispensaries.
2. Improve sterilization techniques of medical equipment in health centers and dispensaries.
3. Develop a training plan for MOH staff based on competency evaluation and needs, and carry it out according to the set plan.
4. Meet with the project medical referent regularly to provide updates on medical activities supported by MSF and establish objectives for the coming period.
5. Submit monthly reports of IPC activities to the PMR.
6. Plan regular visits to health centers and dispensaries in consultation with MWAM.
7. Supervise the proper distribution of IPC materials, monitor consumption patterns, supply orders, and maintain inventories.
8. Train matrons/patrons and health facility in charge to ensure minimum stock levels and rational use of material resources.

Main responsibilities:

1. Maintain and support the day-to-day implementation of standard precautions in health structures, including sterilization, laundry, and kitchen.
2. Provide technical supervision, training, and support to staff on IPC-related issues.
3. Implement and monitor adherence to additional precautions for air, droplet, and contact transmissible diseases.
4. Support the correct ‘clean and dirty flows’ inside the health facility.
5. Ensure compliance with aseptic care techniques and the correct use of antiseptics, disinfectants, and detergents through training and audits.
6. Check the consumption and quality of IPC materials and equipment.
7. Participate actively in the Infection Control Committee, supporting the development and follow-up of the Infection Control Action Plan.
8. Supervise the team under your responsibility and participate in associated HR processes.
9. Report any irregularities to PMR and produce reports with information and recommendations for the monthly medical reporting.

Minimum Educational Qualification:

• Essential: Nurse or midwife (or equivalent) diploma
• Preferable with IPC background experience or diploma

Experience:

• Preferable: Previous working experience with MSF or other NGOs
• Experience in OT, Intensive Care Unit is an additional asset.

Knowledge:

• Essential computer literacy (word, excel, internet)

Languages:

• Knowledge of both English and Kiswahili is mandatory.

Competencies:

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

People living with disabilities or minorities should indicate in their CV or Motivation letter. Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

APPLICATION DETAILS

All interested candidates shall submit their motivation letter, CV, and copy of relevant professional certificates not later than Monday, January 8th, 2024, at 4:00 PM. Please quote the job title on the email subject “IPC SUPERVISOR”.

Please send your application to the email address MSFCH-Tanzania-Recruitment@geneva.msf.org. The applications can also be submitted at MSF offices situated at Mikocheni B, Daima street House no 16 Dar es Salaam, or in Nduta Refugees Camp, Kibondo District, or MSF Guest House Kibondo or at MSF office situated in Liwale, Lindi.

The protection of your personal data is important to MSF. By submitting your application, you consent to MSF using your data only for the recruitment process to have all the information and documents necessary to proceed with the recruitment, validation of your application, and selection of the most suitable candidate. Your data will be treated confidentially. Only people part of the recruitment process have access to your data. MSF does not sell your data under any circumstances. If you have any questions or requests, you can contact msfch-tanzania-hrmanager@geneva.msf.org.

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