Main Purpose 

Organise and carry out all nursing activities related to the operating theatre (OT) running, according to MSF health protocols, universal hygienic standards and in coordination with the surgeon and anaesthetist, in order to ensure a smooth functioning of the surgical activities (pre, during and post-operative care) offered to patients.

 Essential Criteria 

• Nursing degree with specialisation as a theatre nurse essential.
• Valid Nursing Council registration
• Experience in supervising and management
• 4-5 years of work experience in similar role
• Ability to work well as a part of a multicultural and multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload and use initiative
• Willingness to work in unstable areas and ability to cope in a difficult and unpredictable environment
• Available for a minimum period of nine months

 What do we offer 

MSF packages reflect the humanitarian spirit of volunteerism as well as recognising the high level of professionals we recruit.

That includes:

• Round trip economy air travel;
• Accommodation and transportation during your contract (including briefings and debriefings);
• Monthly indemnity based on your experience and MSF salary structure;
• Field Per diem allowance in local currency based on the cost of living in project country;
• Insurance covering health, luggage, professional liability, repatriation, accidents and flights;
• Pre- and post-mission health checks.

 Career with MSF 

Besides the practical considerations, there are many intangible benefits. Working for MSF is a challenging and rewarding personal and professional experience that allows you to help people in a very real way. MSF encourages field workers to continue working for the organisation beyond their first mission, and we offer various career opportunities to our field workers.

Gaining more and varied MSF field experience makes you eligible for coordination positions in the mission such as Logistical, Medical, or Project Coordinator, or Head of Mission.