Recruitment Notice: Registrar Position with Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) in Katsina
Hello, everyone! I’m excited to share a fantastic opportunity with Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), a globally respected humanitarian organization. The French Section of MSF is currently recruiting for a Registrarposition for their project in Katsina, Nigeria. Here’s a detailed overview of the role for those interested in making a difference in communities in need.
Position Details
- Work Location: Katsina, Nigeria
- Opening Date: August 8, 2025
- Closing Date: August 13, 2025, by 4:00 PM
- Contract Type: Fixed Term (Open-Ended Contract)
- Working Hours: 208 hours per month
- Remuneration: Based on MSF salary scale, plus a 13th-month allowance equivalent to one month’s gross salary
About MSF and the Katsina Project
Médecins Sans Frontières is a private, not-for-profit international humanitarian organization dedicated to providing medical assistance to populations in distress, without discrimination based on race, religion, creed, or political affiliation. MSF has been active in Katsina since February 2021, following an exploratory mission that led to the establishment of the project.
Currently, MSF operates:
Main Purpose of the Role
The Registrar will ensure the smooth registration and admission of patients visiting MSF health facilities, preparing them for consultations in line with MSF protocols.
Key Responsibilities
- Patient Welcome and Orientation:
- Greet patients warmly and inform them about the facility’s operations.
- Ensure a comfortable waiting area for patients and their relatives.
- Manage patient flow to avoid overcrowding and long waiting times.
- Orient patients regarding the facility’s circuits.
- Registration and Data Management:
- Register patients’ administrative details accurately.
- Check vaccination status of children under 5 and refer for immunization if needed.
- Assign identification bracelets with the child’s ID number and center name.
- Refer eligible patients to the Supplementary Feeding Program (SFP).
- Record patient exits (cured, defaulter, death, or transfer) and absentees.
- Maintain and promote confidentiality of all registered information.
- Complete nutrition cards and keep daily records of patients seen in the ATFC.
- Remove identification bracelets for patients declared cured or non-responders.
- Ensure registers are accurately updated and maintain a proper filing system.
- Collaboration and Reporting:
- Work closely with nurses, Community Health Workers (CHWs), and OTP staff to track defaulters and monitor re-admissions.
- Collaborate on daily, weekly, and monthly nutrition statistics reports.
- Provide information to consultants as needed.
Requirements
- Education: Essential literacy.
- Experience: No prior experience required.
- Languages:
- Fluency in English (reading, writing, and oral comprehension) is essential.
- Fluency in Hausa is essential.
- Knowledge: Basic computer literacy (Word, Excel, and internet).
- Competencies:
- Results-oriented with problem-solving skills.
- Teamwork and team spirit.
- Flexibility and adaptability.
- Commitment to MSF’s mission.
- Stress management.
- Strong communication skills.
- Team management and leadership.
- Data management.
How to Apply
Important Notes
- Encouragement for Female Applicants: Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
- Selection Process: Only successful applicants will be contacted for the next steps.
- Disclosure Requirement: Applicants must disclose if they have family members employed by MSF-France in any location.
- Ethical Standards:
- Dual employment is considered gross misconduct and is not acceptable.
- No monetary transactions, favors, or favoritism are tolerated in the recruitment process. MSF reserves the right to refuse hiring candidates involved in such acts and may pursue legal action.
- Recruitment Rights: MSF reserves the right to cancel any part or the entire recruitment process at any stage.
- Equal Opportunity: MSF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all Nigerian citizens, regardless of race, gender, religion, creed, or political affiliation.
Why Join MSF?
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a life-saving humanitarian mission in Katsina, working with a dedicated team to provide critical medical and nutritional support to vulnerable populations. If you’re passionate about helping others and meet the requirements, don’t miss this chance to make a meaningful impact!
For more details or to apply, visit the application link: https://forms.gle/vEznsymLFBgoK2PH7.
Thank you for tuning in, and please share this opportunity with anyone who might be interested! Stay compassionate and keep making a difference.
