Deputy Nursing Activity Manager- Galkayo North Outreach – Mudug, Somalia

EXTERNAL VACANCY

MEDECINS SANS FRONTIERES (MSF) – SOMALIA MISSION

MSF is an independent humanitarian medical organization providing emergency medical assistance to populations in need.

MSF Somalia Mission is seeking a qualified candidate for the following position:

Job Title : Deputy Nursing Activity Manager- Galkayo North Outreach

Work Location : Galkayo- North- MUDUG – SOMALIA

Start date : As soon as possible

Length of contract : Fixed term (1year)

Probation Period : 3 months 

Main Purpose:

Through delegated responsibilities, support the Nursing Activity Manager (NAM) in the planning, implementation, supervision and quality improvement of MSF outreach nursing activities in Galkacyo North. The position supports the implementation of the project’s outreach strategy through coordination of fixed outreach services, community-based activities, disease surveillance, referral systems and integrated PHC approaches in line with MSF standards and operational priorities.

The  role  contributes to outreach rationalization,  mapping  of  underserved populations,  quality nursing  care,  continuity of services, epidemiologic surveillance, Health prevention, efficient resource utilization and collaboration with communities and relevant stakeholders. 

Accountabilities

1. Strategic Outreach Coordination & Mapping
2. a) Support implementation and follow-up of the project outreach
3. b) Participate in the mapping and assessment of outreach locations based on population needs, accessibility, medical priorities, security access and presence of other
4. c) Contribute to rationalization and transition toward strategically selected outreach service points in Galkayo
5. d) Coordinate with medical and support departments for effective functioning of outreach
6. e) Support coordination with local authorities, community leaders and relevant stakeholders when
7. Clinical & Nursing Supervision
8. a) Supervise outreach nursing teams and ensure quality nursing care according to MSF protocols and
9. b) Ensure implementation of PHC through integrated approach of nutrition, EPI, IPC, SRH, Surveillance, and where needed & feasible community-care activities in outreach
10. c) Ensure proper patient flow, triage, referral systems and continuity of care from the community to primary, and therefore to the secondary health
11. d) Monitor rational use of the medical supplies including drugs, vaccines, medical consumables, and equipment availed to the outreach selected Health facilities throughout tracking the best practices in term of prescription, dispensation, storage,

1. e) Ensure appropriate cold chain monitoring and IPC measures in all outreach f) Support outbreak preparedness and emergency response activities when required.
2. Surveillance, Reporting & Quality care Monitoring
3. a) Ensure proper collection, compilation and reporting of outreach statistics data and b) Monitor outreach trends, service utilization, track and report the medical alerts.
4. c) Participate in epidemiological surveillance and early alert
5. d) Conduct quality care monitoring in outreach sites through: Morbidity & Mortality Analysis, Rational Prescription Analysis, MIR, MSFAT, IPC Audit (HH, SIPCA, etc), Nursing care audit, Training and capacity building, supervision visits, Patient’s feedback/experience & satisfaction survey,
6. e) Participate in preparation of weekly, monthly, quarterly, epidemiological reports, Sitreps, MMR,

1. f) Report operational and medical concerns to the NAM (MTL and project coordination when needed).
2. Community Engagement & Health Promotion
3. a) Support adaptation of health messages according to local socio-cultural
4. b) Participate in stakeholder mapping relevant to outreach and behavior change
5. c) Collaborate with relevant actors involved in prevention, surveillance and community health
6. Team Management & Capacity Building
7. a) Ensure proper induction and orientation of outreach
8. b) Support training, mentorship and capacity building of outreach nursing
9. c) Ensure proper communication and transfer of information between outreach teams and supported
10. d) Promote teamwork, communication and adherence to MSF values and e) Report disciplinary or performance concerns to line management.
11. f) Effective support supervision to the outreach nursing teams according to MSF policies/values and conduct technical
12. g) Ensure monthly outreach duty rosters and movement plans are prepared appropriately, with timely
13. h) Ensure proper transfer of information between outreach teams and supported health
14. Emergency Response & Additional Responsibilities
15. a) Participate in rapid assessments and emergency response activities when
16. b) Support implementation of MSF safety, safeguarding and patient confidentiality c) Perform additional tasks according to operational needs.

Requirements

Education                                Essential: Bachelor degree in Nursing is mandatory

     Desirable: Training in Public Health/Community Health Nursing 

Experience 

Languages Knowledge 

Competencies

 Essential: Previous experience as Outreach NTS or D-NAM/NAM outreach role Essential: Minimum 3 years MSF experience in similar context

     Essential: Somali context experience

 Desirable: Galkayo North context experience Essential skill: Somali & English

     Essential computer literacy (Microsoft word, excel, internet, outlook, teams)

 Strategic Vision L2

 Leadership L2

 People Management and Development L3 Service Orientation L3

 Teamwork and Cooperation L4 Results : L2

     Flexibility : L2

     Commitment : L2

     Stress Management : L3

If you meet the above requirements, please apply through the link attaching your CV & motivation letter as a single file by 08^th July 2026”. The detailed advertisement and application portal can be accessed via the following link: https://ko- hr.kenya.msf.org/jobs

Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

(MSF is an equal Employer and does not charge any application/recruitment or training fee).

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