MSF FIELD SIMULATION NURSE

GENERAL OBJECTIVE
Taking in consideration the growing interest in the use of simulation in MSF and the recognized evidence-based benefits of simulation, MSF Field Simulation TIC is continuously working to support the gradual increase in the use of simulation in MSF aiming at to positively contribute to the quality of humanitarian medical assistance MSF provides to the population. This will be done by working in three main areas and pillars:

• Continue capacity building activities, as well as the development of learning solutions to design, organize, facilitate and implement simulation programs following best practices
• Continue to progressively integrate simulation into different identified MSF ecosystems (systems and processes), to contribute to the reflection, improvement and innovation of its medical-humanitarian activities.
• MSF will continue to explore innovative uses of simulation in the field and at headquarters for the benefit of individuals, teams and the organization itself.

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVE
The main objective of this position is to implement / supports implementation Training of simulation facilitators, simulation programs for pediatrics & neonatology and supports the process of integrating simulation in day to day to support field operations related to pediatrics and neonatology.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Preparation of the field visits

• Prepare a schedule of field visits with the projects adapted to each field context with the support of the Capacity building and deployments technician.
• Plan and prepare with the field teams the visit for the implementation of the simulation activities/programs, based on the needs identified by the field
• Participate in the design of field scenarios

At field level :

• Implement the Training of simulation facilitators at field level to implement simulation programs for pediatrics and neonatology
• Identify, together with the field teams, areas of quality improvement in pediatrics and neonatology where simulation can be used
• Support the field teams in planning a simulation program with the support of the capacity building and deployments technician .
• Integrate simulation activities adapted to the needs and context of the field

Follow up and others:

• Implements/supports follow-up activities of simulation programs implemented/planned in the field with the support of the capacity building and deployments technician
• Participate in supporting the trained simulation local facilitators .
• Promotes and makes visible the benefit of simulation in the field for pediatrics and neonatology
• Participates in data collection, analysis and reporting
• Member of the MSF Field Simulation COP and the platform

SELECTION CRITERIA

• Paediatrician with experience in MSF Field experience or other Medical organization. At least 2 years. (The experience as manager in emergencies interventions is an asset).
• Qualified training or certification in simulation and facilitation is an asset.
• Experience in designing, implementing and monitoring simulation based learning programs in academic and/or professional settings; especially in the medical area is an a asset.
• French and English is a must. Spanish and/or Arabic are very much valued.

CONDITIONS

• Homebased position when not deployed in mission. Up to 80% field visits.
• Full time work.
• Temporary position of 4 months. Contract modality according to local legal framework.
• Annual gross salary:IRP2 Level 4 (divided into 12 monthly payments) + secondary benefits based on MSF OCBA Reward Policy.
• Starting date: immediately.