The French Section of Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) – Katsina Project
Position: Maintenance Agent
Work Location: Katsina
Opening Date: 13th August 2025
Closing Date: 15th August 2025
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Context
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is a private, not-for-profit international humanitarian organization providing medical assistance to populations in distress, without discrimination.
MSF has been active in Katsina since February 2021, operating:
- 2 ITFCs (Inpatient Therapeutic Feeding Centres) – Kofar Sauri PHCC & Turai Yar’adua PHCC.
- 5 ATFCs (Ambulatory Therapeutic Feeding Centres) – three in Jibia LGA (Magama, Daddara, Riko), one in Mashi, and one in Katsina City (Kofar Marusa).
Main Purpose
Carry out repair, maintenance, and construction works according to MSF standards to ensure smooth operations and prevent faults or deterioration of MSF facilities, equipment, and infrastructure.
Job Description
- Carry out minor construction and repair works as assigned.
- Perform regular preventive maintenance of installations, equipment, and infrastructure.
- Diagnose faults/deterioration and propose solutions.
- Test repaired items to confirm proper operation.
- Maintain tools, workshop tidiness, and manage repair materials.
- Keep documentation updated for all installations/equipment.
- Report any incidents (damage, loss, theft, break-ins) immediately.
- Assist the logistics department with related tasks.
Requirements
Education: Literacy essential.
Experience: Previous experience desirable.
Languages: Mission and local language (Hausa) essential.
Knowledge: Basic repair skills essential.
Competencies:
- Commitment to MSF Principles
- Behavioural Flexibility
- Stress Management
- Results & Quality Orientation
- Teamwork & Cooperation
- Service Orientation
Contract & Remuneration
- Hours: 208 working hours per month.
- Salary: According to MSF salary scale + 13th month allowance (1 month gross salary).
How to Apply
Only web-based applications will be accepted. Apply via:
Application Link or scan the QR code in the advert.
Application must include:
- Complete CV & Cover Letter
- Copies of all certificates and diplomas mentioned in the CV
- Contact details & ID
- Contact information for references listed in the application
Deadline: 15th August 2025 – 4:00 PM
Important Notes
- Qualified females are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Applicants must disclose any family member currently employed with MSF-France.
- Dual employment is prohibited.
- MSF reserves the right to cancel any step of the recruitment process.
- No monetary or other favours will be accepted during recruitment – violations may lead to legal action.
- MSF is an equal opportunity employer – all Nigerian citizens are welcome to apply.
