Fistula Surgeon and Trainer -Consultant

About the role

To enhance the surgical skills and training capacity of national healthcare professionals in obstetric fistula repair and holistic care.

Responsibilities

• Guide Amref’s project team on standard procedures for fistula training.
• Conduct surgeries on the fistula registered cases with assistance from the national surgeon and the medical team.
• Provide capacity building and mentorship for the national medical team at this fistula medical camp.
• Support the national medical team on a sustainable routine fistula approach in the Juba Teaching Hospital.
• Offer pre- and post-operation guidance to the national medical team part of the medical camp on fistula.
• Conduct fistula surgeries for an average of 3-5 cases each day on assignment.
• Write a detailed report detailing surgeries, observations, challenges, and recommendations on a sustainable approach to routine fistula repairs in the hospital.

  Qualifications

  • A Medical Doctor (MD) with a postgraduate degree in Obstetrics and Gynecology or General Surgery.
  • Extensive proven experience (minimum 7-10 years) in performing complex obstetric fistula repair surgeries.
  • Certified or highly experienced as a trainer in obstetric fistula surgery, with a strong understanding of competency-based training methodologies.
  • Demonstrable experience in surgical mentorship, with a clear track record of successfully guiding and developing other surgeons.
  • Strong recommendation from FIGO (International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics) specifically related to their expertise as a fistula surgeon and/or trainer.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and adapt to challenging local contexts.
  • Fluency in English (written and spoken).

    Additional Information

    Interested Candidates Are Invited To Submit The Following Curriculum Vitae (CV) outlining relevant qualifications and experience. Cover letter detailing their motivation and suitability for the consultancy, explicitly referencing their experience in mentorship and the recommendation from the previous organization where the candidate performed a similar assignment. The closing date for submitting applications/proposals is 25th June 2025. However, due to the urgency to fill this position, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Amref Health Africa is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.