Junior Consultant- Obstetrics and Gynecology

Support and lead obstetric care within the Hospital Program focusing on Sexual Reproductive Health.

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Overview

Support and lead obstetric care within the Hospital Program focusing on Sexual Reproductive Health.

You have:

  • Minimum of 2 years' experience practicing independently as an obstetrician/Gynae.
  • Minimum of three months' work/volunteering experience in Field hospital in low resource settings.
  • Ability and willingness to travel to remote and insecure locations and unstable areas.
  • Previous experience managing obstetric complications often associated with humanitarian emergencies.
  • Familiarity with the Minimum Initial Service Package (MISP) for reproductive health in humanitarian settings.
  • Advanced life support, pediatric life support and neonatal life support trained or their equivalents.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships.
  • MBBS with MCPS/DIPLOMA/FCPS/MS or equivalent in Gynae and obstetric recognized by BMDC with at least 2 years job experience.

The Organization We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard. We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

· No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday · All children learn from a quality basic education and that, · Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children.We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Application Information: Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at www.savethechildren.net/jobs We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

Save the Children invites applications for the above-mentioned position. We are committed to equal employment opportunities, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, age, or beliefs and religion. We are committed to diversifying our staff to better represent the communities we serve and actively welcome underrepresented groups to apply.

The Opportunity

Junior Consultant of Obstetrics and Gynae will be part of the technical leadership of the Hospital Program, with special focus on Sexual Reproductive Health in close collaboration with local health authorities, SRH working group and community members. Furthermore, the role is expected to engage with internal and external technical working groups and communities of practice. Junior consultants will work closely with the Pediatrician, Anesthesiologist, operation theatre staff and midwives, and will have direct communication with the other members of the clinical team. Capable of managing high-risk pregnancies and obstetric emergencies, including life-saving surgical and medical interventions. The role emphasizes mentorship, supervision, and continuous professional development of junior doctors, midwives, nurses, and allied health staff to build resilient teams and improve service delivery.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience practicing independently as an obstetric /Gynae (i.e., does not require supervision). Up to date evidence of current license and registration to practice.
  • Minimum of three months’ work/volunteering experience in Field hospital in low resource settings.
  • Ability and willingness to travel to remote and insecure locations and unstable areas.
  • Previous experience of managing obstetric complications often associated with humanitarian emergencies e.g. management of infectious diseases in pregnancy, clinical management of rape etc.
  • Familiar with the Minimum Initial Service Package (MISP) for reproductive health in humanitarian settings
  • Advanced life support, pediatric life support and neonatal life support trained or their equivalents
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships both inside and outside the organization.
  • MBBS with MCPS / DIPLOMA/ FCPS/ MS and equivalent degree in Gynae and obstetric recognized by the BMDC having at least 2 years job experience in gynae and obstetric field preferably in Low resource settings like Rohingya camps.

The Organisation

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the rights of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday

• All children learn from a quality basic education, and that,

• Violence against children is no longer tolerated.

We know that great people make a great organisation, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Application Information

Please apply using a cover letter and an up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations

Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview

‘Save the Children promotes diversity in its workforce.’

We need to keep children safe, so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience in managing high-risk pregnancies and obstetric emergencies? This assesses your direct experience and ability to handle critical situations in obstetrics. Provide specific examples, focusing on the complexity of cases you managed.
How have you contributed to mentorship and training of junior medical staff? This gauges your ability to teach and support developing medical professionals. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a time when you had to work in a multicultural team. What challenges did you face and how did you overcome them? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What do you consider the most critical aspects of the Minimum Initial Service Package (MISP) in humanitarian settings? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of a time you managed complications associated with humanitarian emergencies? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What motivates you to work in challenging environments, especially in low-resource settings? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you stay current with advancements in obstetrics and gynecology? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you employ to ensure effective communication with local health authorities and community members? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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