Medical Supervisor

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Medecins du Monde seeks a Medical Supervisor in Maiduguri, Borno, Nigeria to oversee a Cholera Treatment Unit. The role involves clinical oversight, staff supervision, IPC coordination, and emergency response. Full-time onsite position with an international humanitarian organization.

• Oversees Cholera Treatment Unit operations and clinical care
• Supervises medical doctors, nurses, and community health workers
• Coordinates infection prevention and control activities
• Full-time onsite position in Maiduguri, Borno

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Medical Supervisor at Medecins du Monde (MdM) ⏲ Jul 29, 2026, 5:05 AM ⋕ View all Medical & Healthcare jobs Medecins du Monde (MdM) is an international humanitarian organization whose mission is to provide medical care for the most vulnerable populations, the world over, including France. It seeks to stimulate voluntary commitment from doctors, other health care providers, and from those whose expertise in other fields is needed for its activities, to enlist all competent support required for the achievement of its projects, and to seek at all times to encourage close working relationships with populations in its care. MdM operating in Nigeria, Borno state since October 2016. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Medical Supervisor Location: Maiduguri, Borno Job type: Full-time (Onsite) Main Responsibilities: Under the technical supervision of the Program Manager, the Medical Supervisor is responsible for providing overall clinical and operational oversight of the Cholera Treatment Unit (CTU). The Medical Supervisor ensures the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based cholera case management, supervises clinical staff, coordinates Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) activities, oversees surveillance and reporting, and supports effective emergency response in accordance with MdM policies, Federal Ministry of Health (FMoH) guidelines, and national cholera treatment protocols. Task Description Clinical Management and Technical Oversight: Supervise the initiation and administration of Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS), intravenous (IV) fluids, antibiotics (where indicated), zinc supplementation for eligible children, and other supportive treatments. Review complicated cases, provide clinical decision support, and coordinate timely referral of patients requiring higher-level care. Oversee the triage, assessment, diagnosis, and management of suspected and confirmed cholera cases. Provide clinical leadership and technical supervision to Medical Doctors, Nurses, Community Health Workers (CHWs), and other clinical staff. Monitor the quality of clinical services and implement corrective actions where necessary. Ensure the implementation of standardized cholera case management protocols within the CTU. Conduct regular clinical audits and ensure accurate documentation of patient care in medical records and CTU registers. Ensure accurate classification of dehydration status (no dehydration, some/mild dehydration, moderate dehydration, and severe dehydration) and appropriate treatment according to national and WHO guidelines. CTU Management and Staff Supervision: Ensure adherence to MdM clinical protocols, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and ethical standards. Oversee the day-to-day clinical operations of the CTU to ensure efficient patient flow from triage through treatment, observation, and discharge. Ensure appropriate staff deployment to maintain uninterrupted, quality patient care. Supervise and coordinate the work schedules and performance of CTU clinical staff. Identify staff capacity gaps and organize refresher trainings on cholera case management and emergency response. Conduct regular supportive supervision, bedside mentoring, and on-the-job training for CTU staff. Infection Prevention and Control (IPC): Coordinate closely with the WASH team to maintain appropriate sanitation and environmental hygiene standards within the CTU. Ensure proper isolation and cohorting of suspected and confirmed cholera patients. Ensure strict implementation of IPC measures throughout the CTU. Supervise compliance with hand hygiene practices, appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), chlorine preparation and use, environmental cleaning, and waste management. Conduct routine IPC assessments and provide immediate corrective actions where gaps are identified. Monitor adherence to decontamination procedures to minimize healthcare-associated infections. Surveillance, Monitoring, Data Management and Reporting: Participate in epidemiological surveillance, outbreak investigations, and response planning with relevant stakeholders. Ensure timely preparation and submission of daily, weekly, and outbreak reports. Monitor key performance indicators, including Case Fatality Rate (CFR), bed occupancy, average length of stay, and treatment outcomes. Oversee daily collection, validation, and analysis of CTU data, including admissions, discharges, referrals, deaths, and recoveries. Ensure completeness, accuracy, confidentiality, and timely reporting of all clinical data. Immediately alert the Program Manager of any increase in mortality, unusual disease trends, or operational challenges. Medical Logistics and Operational Support: Oversee the availability, rational use, and accountability of essential medicines, medical supplies, and equipment required for CTU operations. Coordinate with the Pharmacist and logistics team to monitor stock levels of ORS, IV fluids, antibiotics, PPE, chlorine, laboratory supplies, and other essential commodities. Ensure all medical equipment is functional and appropriately maintained. Monitor consumption trends and ensure timely forecasting and replenishment of medical supplies. Support the establishment, expansion, or reorganization of CTU infrastructure and patient flow during surge response. Coordination and Emergency Response: Support rapid assessment, preparedness planning, and deployment during cholera outbreaks and other public health emergencies. Coordinate with surveillance, WASH, Nutrition, MHPSS, Logistics, Pharmacy, and other relevant sectors to ensure an integrated cholera response. Participate actively in MdM coordination meetings, emergency preparedness activities, and outbreak response planning. Ensure timely communication of clinical, operational, staffing, and logistical challenges to the Program Manager. Liaise with health authorities, supported health facilities, and humanitarian partners when delegated by the Program Manager. Others: Foster and maintain effective working relationships with government health authorities, community leaders, humanitarian partners, and other stakeholders to facilitate successful implementation of MdM interventions. Develop and maintain strong professional networks with government institutions, UN agencies, international NGOs, and national NGOs to strengthen coordination and emergency preparedness. Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in performing assigned duties to ensure uninterrupted, high-quality healthcare services for beneficiaries. Support mentoring and professional development of CTU staff to strengthen local capacity. Ensure compliance with MdM security protocols and immediately report any security incidents or concerns to the designated Security Focal Point. Perform any other duties assigned by the Program Manager in line with project objectives. Ensure that all activities are implemented in accordance with MdM policies, humanitarian principles, medical ethics, and national guidelines. Promote a culture of quality improvement, accountability, teamwork, and patient-centered care within the CTU. Essential Qualifications Education: / Qualifications: Other health related certification is of added value. Candidates should possess an MBBS Degree Professional Experience: Experience: managing multidisciplinary teams At least 3 years relevant professional experience: in a similar position in humanitarian sector or supervision of health facilities. Proven experience: working with MoH structures and in health system strengthening. Experience: in emergency response, outbreak management, and integrated health programming. Strong ability to analyze epidemiological contexts and recommend relevant interventions. Technical Skills: Strong communication and report-writing abilities. Good knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Personal Skills: Culturally sensitive, respectful, and adaptable. Ability to work under pressure, manage priorities and make rapid, informed decisions. Strong leadership, mentoring and supervision skills. Flexibility and readiness for irregular working hours during emergency response. Languages: Knowledge of local language is an added value. Fluency in English required. Salary Range N750,000 - N1,000,000 / Month. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV and Cover Letter in the same document to: [email protected] using the Job Title & Location as subject of the email. Disclaimer Due to the urgency of this role, we will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis, and the role might be filled and closed before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged. Please note that MDM does not engage in or accept bribes in exchange for job opportunities. Any attempts to offer or accept bribes will result in immediate disqualification from the recruitment process. Previous experience: working with MDM is an advantage. Duration of contract is based on availability of funding. Application Deadline: 10th August, 2026. View all Jobs in Nigeria Borno State and 1 other location Borno State , Maiduguri Medical Supervisor job vacancies in Nigeria