Apply to French-speaking OB/GYN Expert Roster

CANADEM is seeking seasoned French-speaking Obstetrician/Gynecologist professionals with previous relevant experience for its French-speaking OB/GYN Expert Roster. CANADEM is a Canadian-based NGO that works with various UN agencies through the Standby Partnership Programme. We regularly deploy candidates in various areas of expertise all around the globe. Registration with CANADEM is always free. We are looking to expand our pool of experts for potential/upcoming opportunities with different UN agencies' field offices. Most positions are for 3 to 6 month deployments.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Valid Doctor of Medicine (MD) or equivalent from a recognized institution with an advanced degree or board certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Active, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the home country, with the ability to obtain temporary registration in the host country.
Minimum of 3 to 5 years of post-residency experience in active clinical OB/GYN practice. Proven track record in performing emergency obstetric surgeries independently under challenging conditions.
Experience in Emergency/Humanitarian Contexts. Prior experience working in low-resource settings, disaster responses, conflict zones, or with international NGOs or UN agencies is highly preferred.
Technical Skills: Deep understanding of the Minimum Initial Service Package (MISP) for sexual and reproductive health in crises; Comprehensive knowledge of Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (EmONC) signals and guidelines. Familiarity with WHO, UNFPA, and international humanitarian health standards.

Languages: Fluency in French and English (verbal and written) is required. Fluency/working knowledge of Arabic is desirable.

CANADEM and its partners have a no-tolerance policy for inaction to prevent, respond to and follow up on alleged cases of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (SEAH). For this reason, we adhere to all policies, procedures and training of the United Nations on The Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (PSEAH). CANADEM mandates all deployees successfully complete the PSEA online course. This e-learning course is composed of a set of lessons designed to raise awareness about SEAH, become familiar with a range of measures to combat SEAH, understand the impact on victims and the consequences for UN Personnel who commit Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment.

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