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Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
Medical Activity Manager at Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) – August 2026
Job Overview
Organization: Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
Position: Medical Activity Manager
Location: Liwale District, Lindi Region
Reports to: Project Medical Referent
Advertisement Date: 13 August 2026
Application Deadline: 26 August 2026 at 5:00 PM
About Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international, independent medical humanitarian organization that provides emergency assistance to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural disasters, and exclusion from healthcare.
MSF provides assistance based on need, regardless of race, religion, gender, or political affiliation. The organization is guided by the principles of neutrality and impartiality.
Main Purpose
The Medical Activity Manager will define, coordinate, and monitor medical activities under their responsibility in accordance with MSF protocols, standards, and procedures.
The position aims to ensure the delivery of quality medical care to patients and communities while improving the health of the target population.
Key Responsibilities
1. Medical Activity Management
- Coordinate, assess, and supervise medical activities, including:
- HIV
- Tuberculosis (TB)
- Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
- Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV)
- Ensure compliance with MSF protocols, standards, and procedures.
- Compile and analyse medical data relating to patients’ health conditions.
- Monitor achievement of medical activity objectives.
- Report problems and challenges to the technical referent.
2. Project Planning and Budgeting
- Participate in annual project planning and budgeting.
- Follow up on programmes and project activities.
- Supervise implementation and achievement of medical objectives.
3. Patient Follow-Up and Documentation
Ensure that administrative procedures related to patient follow-up are properly completed, including:
- Individual patient cards
- Registers
- Paper exit procedures
- Discharges
- Transfers
All documentation must comply with MSF procedures.
4. Pharmacy and Medical Equipment Management
- Ensure efficient pharmacy management.
- Monitor rational use of medicines.
- Supervise appropriate use of medical devices in coordination with the biomedical service.
- Anticipate future medical equipment and supply needs.
5. Medical Supplies and Operational Support
- Prepare medical orders required for medical activities.
- Identify and report non-medical support needs, including:
- Materials
- Infrastructure
- Transportation
6. Team Management
- Coordinate and monitor the team’s daily work plan.
- Manage staff absences, vacations, and leave.
- Participate in shifts when required.
- Replace a doctor when necessary.
7. Human Resources and Staff Development
In coordination with Human Resources:
- Plan and supervise staff recruitment.
- Support staff induction and training.
- Conduct performance evaluations.
- Support staff development.
- Facilitate internal communication.
- Improve staff capabilities and ensure appropriate staffing levels.
8. Reporting
- Participate in monthly reporting.
- Prepare Situation Reports (SitRePs).
- Prepare medical statistical reports in accordance with applicable guidelines.
MSF Context-Specific Responsibilities
The Medical Activity Manager will also:
Quality of Care
- Coordinate, supervise, and continuously improve the integrated package of care.
- Work closely with the Ministry of Health (MoH).
- Ensure compliance with MSF standards, national guidelines, and project objectives.
Clinical Supervision and Mentorship
Strengthen quality of care through:
- Supportive supervision
- Clinical mentorship
- On-the-job coaching
- Clinical audits
- Maternal and Perinatal Death Surveillance and Response (MPDSR)
- Simulation exercises
- Quality-improvement initiatives
Capacity Building
- Strengthen the technical capacity of MoH healthcare workers.
- Provide training and mentorship.
- Conduct joint supervision.
- Support implementation of MoH/MSF Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Promote quality and sustainability of health services.
Programme Monitoring
- Monitor medical indicators and programme performance.
- Analyse quality-of-care outcomes and operational data.
- Ensure accurate documentation.
- Submit timely SitRePs and other monitoring reports.
Emergency Preparedness
- Coordinate emergency preparedness activities.
- Support disease surveillance.
- Coordinate outbreak-response activities with MoH and relevant stakeholders.
- Ensure readiness for public health emergencies.
Multidisciplinary Team Coordination
- Coordinate daily activities of the multidisciplinary medical team.
- Ensure effective work planning.
- Maintain adequate staffing.
- Ensure continuity of medical services.
Recruitment and Performance Management
- Plan and supervise recruitment.
- Support staff induction and training.
- Manage staff performance in collaboration with Human Resources.
Medical Supplies and Support Services
Coordinate with:
- Pharmacy
- Laboratory
- Biomedical
- Logistics
Ensure the rational use and uninterrupted availability of:
- Medicines
- Diagnostics
- Medical equipment
- Essential medical supplies
Ministry of Health Coordination
- Represent MSF in technical coordination and co-management activities with the Ministry of Health and partners.
- Promote joint planning.
- Support quality improvement.
- Contribute to sustainable health-system strengthening.
Staff Health
- Follow up on the health of locally hired staff in accordance with the applicable national staff health policy.
Qualifications and Requirements
Education
Applicants must be:
Medical Doctors.
Desirable
- Specialization or training in Tropical Medicine or related studies.
Experience
Applicants must have:
- At least 3 years of work experience related to their medical qualification.
- Previous field experience with MSF is an advantage.
- Experience working in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is an added advantage.
Languages
- Good spoken and written English
- Proficiency in Kiswahili
Computer Skills
Essential computer literacy, including:
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Internet use
Required Competencies
- Strategic Vision
- Leadership
- People Management and Development
- Service Orientation
- Teamwork and Cooperation
Important Information
- Residents of Liwale will be given priority.
- MSF will not provide accommodation or transportation support.
- Women and people who identify as members of minority groups are encouraged to apply.
- MSF maintains a safe working environment with zero tolerance for abuse.
Application Details
Required Documents
Applicants must submit:
- Motivation letter
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Copy of National ID
- Copies of relevant professional certificates
- Academic certificates (mandatory)
- Practising licence, if applicable
Application Deadline
Wednesday, 26 August 2026 at 5:00 PM
How to Apply
By Email
Send your application to:
MSFCH-Tanzania-Recruitment@geneva.msf.org
Email Subject:
MEDICAL ACTIVITY MANAGER
By Hand
Applications may be submitted to:
MSF Dar es Salaam Office
Uporoto Street, Plot No. 74, House No. 22
Ursino Estate, Victoria
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
MSF Liwale Office
Liwale, Lindi
For physical applications, mark the envelope:
MEDICAL ACTIVITY MANAGER
Selection Process
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- If you receive no communication within six weeks, you may consider that you have not been pre-selected.
Data Protection
MSF will use applicants’ personal information only for recruitment purposes and to obtain the information and documents necessary to assess applications and select suitable candidates.
Applicant information will be treated confidentially and will only be accessible to individuals involved in the recruitment process.
For questions concerning personal data, contact:
MSFCH-Tanzania-PAM@geneva.msf.org
Inclusion, Safeguarding and Fair Recruitment
MSF is committed to an inclusive workplace that values diverse backgrounds, perspectives, ideas, and experiences.
Applications are welcome regardless of:
- Gender
- Age
- Sexual orientation
- Ethnicity
- Background
- Religion
- Beliefs
- Ability status
- Other diversity characteristics
MSF does not tolerate:
- Sexual exploitation and abuse
- Discrimination
- Harassment
- Sexual harassment
All selected candidates will undergo reference checks.
Recruitment Integrity
Applying to MSF is completely free of charge.
MSF does not charge applicants any fees during the recruitment process.
Application Deadline: 26 August 2026 at 5:00 PM
To apply for this job email your details to MSFCH-Tanzania-Recruitment@geneva.msf.org