Save the Children: Gynecologist (Consultancy Agreement) – East Jerusalem

***Due to the urgency to fill this role, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Kindly note that the position might be filled before the vacancy announcement is closed; therefore, early applications are encouraged.***

***This role will be contingent upon securing available funds, and we might use this vacancy to fill more than one post.***

The Opportunity – Medical Doctor (National-Consultancy).

Post location: Gaza Field Office – SCI PHCC

Contract Duration and Level of Effort: 3 months with possibility of extension

ROLE PURPOSE:

The Obstetrician & Gynecologist is responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centered reproductive, maternal, and gynecological healthcare services within SCI-supported clinical facilities. The role focuses on prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and management of obstetric and gynecological conditions, while ensuring adherence to clinical protocols, safeguarding principles, and humanitarian standards. The consultant also contributes to improving women’s health outcomes through clinical care, health education, and participation in coordinated multidisciplinary service delivery.

KEY Deliverables:

Clinical Activities

1. Clinical Service Delivery

• Provide outpatient and emergency gynecological and obstetric care.
• Conduct antenatal, postnatal and FP care services.
• Diagnose and manage reproductive health conditions and complications.
• Perform minor gynecological procedures as required.
• Ensure proper documentation of all patient consultations and treatments.

2. Quality of Care & Compliance

• Adhere strictly to national MoH protocols and WHO reproductive health guidelines.
• Ensure consistent application of Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) standards.
• Maintain patient confidentiality, dignity, and informed consent always.
• Practice within defined scope of competency and refer complex cases appropriately.

3. Health Education & Counseling

• Provide counseling on family planning, maternal health, and reproductive health issues.
• Support awareness sessions for female beneficiaries on preventive health practices.

4. Coordination & Reporting

• Work closely with nurses, midwives, and other health staff to ensure integrated care.
• Participate in case discussions and referrals when needed.
• Contribute to medical reporting and data collection for program monitoring.
• Ensure timely communication of critical cases and clinical concerns.

5. Emergency Response

• Support emergency obstetric care when required.
• Participate in rapid response during health emergencies or outbreaks.
• Ensure readiness to manage life-threatening maternal and reproductive health conditions.

General Activities

• Participate in health need assessments and site selection for health program if needed
• Engages and collaborate closely with SCs nutrition teams and CP /EiE teams within the primary health center
• Participates in training to improve clinical performance
• Be prepared to host visits and represent Save the Children.
• Works as per allocated shift hours
• Comply with SCI policies and practice with respect to child protection, code of conduct, health and safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies and procedures.
• Be flexible to take other roles when required by the line manager

In order to be successful, you will bring/have:

QUALIFICATIONS

• Registered Medical Doctor qualified from the recognized institution and licensed to practice medicine in Gaza

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Essential

• Registered as an Obstetric and Gynecologist qualified from the recognized institution and licensed to practice medicine in Gaza.
• At least 5 years of experience in primary health care and general practice.

Desirable

• Work experience in humanitarian emergencies
• Work experience in an (International) Non–Governmental Organization ((I)NGO)
• Fluency in English
• Good knowledge of quality standards and quality controls related to medical practice.

Additional job responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience.

We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse

We offer a competitive package in the context of the sector. This role is offered on the basis of national terms and conditions. Application will be reviewed and selected on a rolling basis.

Save the Children promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment, women and people with different abilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Organization

Save the Children works in development and humanitarian contexts with children and partners to help families, communities, and governments identify and use innovations to ensure all children survive, learn and are protected.

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realize the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday

• All children learn from a quality basic education and that,

• Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Application Information:

Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application and include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at Search Jobs – SCI Career Site Careers (oraclecloud.com)

We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.