Are you an experienced Operating Theatre (OT) Nurse looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in humanitarian healthcare?
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), also known as Doctors Without Borders, is currently recruiting a Nurse Specialist Supervisor (OT and Surgical IPD) for its project in Zurmi, Zamfara State, Nigeria. This is a unique opportunity to join one of the world’s most respected humanitarian medical organizations and contribute to saving lives in challenging environments.
Why Join MSF
For over 50 years, MSF has provided emergency medical assistance to people affected by conflict, disease outbreaks, natural disasters, and healthcare crises worldwide. Working with MSF means becoming part of a dedicated team committed to delivering quality healthcare to those who need it most.
As an OT Nursing Team Supervisor, you will play a critical leadership role in ensuring high-quality surgical and operating theatre services while mentoring and supporting nursing staff.
What You’ll Do
Successful candidates will be responsible for:
- Supervising Operating Theatre nurses, nurse aides, and sterilization technicians.
- Ensuring compliance with infection prevention and sterilization protocols.
- Coordinating surgical activities and theatre operations.
- Managing medical supplies and equipment.
- Supporting emergency and trauma response activities.
- Conducting staff training, mentoring, and performance development.
- Maintaining high standards of patient care and safety.
Who Should Apply?
MSF is seeking candidates who possess:
- A Nursing Diploma.
- At least two years of experience as an Operating Theatre Nurse.
- Computer literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and internet use.
- Strong leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.
- The ability to work effectively in high-pressure environments.
What Makes This Opportunity Special?
Working with MSF offers more than just a job—it provides an opportunity to:
- Gain valuable humanitarian healthcare experience.
- Develop advanced leadership and surgical nursing skills.
- Work alongside highly skilled international and national healthcare professionals.
- Make a direct impact on vulnerable communities.
MSF strongly encourages applications from women and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
Application Deadline
Applications are open now and will close on 19 June 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their motivation letter, updated CV, and relevant academic certificates through the official MSF application portal.
If you are passionate about quality patient care, surgical nursing, and humanitarian service, this could be the career opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
Apply today and become part of a global movement dedicated to saving lives and alleviating suffering.