International Medic, Chad

International Medic, Chad Organization: Mines Advisory Group (MAG) Country: Chad City: N'Djamena Office: MAG in N'Djamena, Chad International Medic, Chad - Fixed Term - 12 Months The starting salary package for this position is £35,116 GBP / approx. $ 48,518 USD including all allowances. About the Chad programme More than 30 years of civil war - including the Libyan invasion - has resulted in significant landmine/UXO contamination and large-scale population displacement in Chad. MAG has been working in Chad since 2004 and has carried out demining operations in the Lake and Tibesti regions since 2014. MAG has also implemented weapons management and destruction projects across the country, working closely with the Chadian authorities to reduce the risks and impacts of unplanned explosions and reduce the danger of weapons proliferation to civilian populations. About the role MAG is recruiting for an International Medic for our Chad programme on a 12-month fixed basis to provide medical and emergency support to clearance and ammunition demolition operations in humanitarian settings affected by conflict. Working alongside a Technical Field Manager, you will apply the medical drills and procedures you've been trained in, ensuring work is carried out safely and in line with MAG SOPs, national standards, and International Mine Action Standards. You will also be responsible for training and monitoring locally recruited medics to ensure standards are maintained. You will play a critical role in protecting lives, supporting teams operating in high‑risk environments where professionalism and calm decision‑making matter every day. Alongside medical support, you will help maintain high hygiene standards in operational and accommodation areas, contributing to team wellbeing. About you You are a qualified Medical Doctor or Senior Paramedic with Advanced Trauma Life Support training and substantial experience delivering pre‑hospital emergency care in remote environments. You bring proven experience of working in developing or humanitarian contexts, with a strong understanding of the operational and resource constraints this entails. You are confident managing, training, and supporting locally recruited staff, with experience in healthcare and hygiene planning, and clear, accurate report writing. Highly organised and calm under pressure, you can prioritise effectively, meet deadlines, and maintain the highest quality standards. You communicate with clarity and credibility, both face‑to‑face and in writing, and take a proactive, problem‑solving approach. Areas of operation are often remote with basic amenities, so you will need to be able to live and work effectively in challenging environments. The successful candidate will need to have fluent French language skills to be able to work in this role, with English language skills also desirable. Benefits and further information MAG staff are rewarded with comprehensive benefits - you can read the candidate information sheet in the application pack for further details Salary : £ 35,116 per annum including all allowances and this increases with service. Accommodation MAG will provide accommodation in-country. Leave : We recognise our staff work hard and need the appropriate time out to stay motivated. You'll have a minimum of eight weeks out of the programme per year. Flights : MAG provides three international flights home per year. Insurance : Programme based staff are automatically covered by MAG's comprehensive insurance package including: Personal accident and medical expenses insurance; Death by natural causes insurance and access to 24-hour medical assistance. MAG will support the successful applicant with any visa or work permit required, including application, administration and costs, however applicants will need to be able to obtain these within a reasonable time period to be considered for the role, due to programme needs. Please note that as part of MAG's commitment to safeguarding, this post is subject to background checks before an offer of employment is confirmed. For more information on MAG's approach to safeguarding here and background checks here . You can also find more information in the candidate information pack, available through the link below. MAG is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. If you think you would be suited to one of our roles we would welcome your application regardless of your background. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential. Tags demining emergency medicine humanitarian response medical doctor paramedical personnel Click the button below to visit the original announcement on the recruiting organization's website. More Information and Application Details UNjobs Association of Geneva Not an official document of the United Nations Privacy Policy | Cookie Policy