Specialist – Obstetrician Gynecologist at the African Union (AU)

African Union is inviting credible applicants who are willing to partake in its ongoing recruitment to fill the position below:

Job Title: Specialist – Obstetrician Gynecologist

Requisition ID: 1512
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Reports to: Head of Division, Clinical Services
Directorate/Department: Medical and Health Services
Division : Clinical Services
Number of Direct Reports: 1
Number of Indirect Reports: 1
Job Grade: P4
Number of Positions: 1
Contract Type: Regular

About African Union: The African Union (AU) is a continental body consisting of the 55 member states that make up the countries of the African Continent. It was officially launched in 2002 as a successor to the Organization of African Unity (OAU, 1963-1999). We are an Integrated, Prosperous and Peaceful Africa, driven by its own citizens and representing a dynamic force in the global arena.

Job Requirements

• MD, BMBCh or MBBS Degree, with a Clinical Specialization in Obstetrics-Gynecology (Fellowship of a Regional College of Surgeons or equivalent) with 10 years post qualification relevant experience of clinical practice in the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology, work experience with a government or private hospital, and an International Organization is essential which 6 years at expert/specialist level and 3 years at Supervisor level.
• Experience as head of a clinical unit, Obstetrics-Gynecology Service, Section or Department will be an advantage.
• Must currently be working in a clinical role and performing Obstetric and Gynecologic ultrasound scans.
• Must be licensed to practice as a Specialist Obstetrician-Gynaecologist in his/her home country or country of residence, at the time of application.
• Additional qualifications in any of the gynecological subspecialties (like gynecological infectious diseases or oncology) will be an added advantage. 

Required Skills:

• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and achieve results
• Knowledge in gynaecological/ Obstetric ultrasonography and modern gynaecological endoscopic procedures (like colposcopy, laparoscopy).
• Knowledge in international and regional guidelines for managing Obstetric and gynaecological conditions.
• Computer literacy skills: familiar with hospital Information Systems and able to use various continuous medical education tools including internet based ones like telemedicine.
• Ability to communicate scientific information as evidenced by scientific / other publications to colleagues and clients.
• Planning and organizational skills.
• Time management skills and ability to prioritize emergency cases.
• Interpersonal and professional manners.
• Knowledge in conducting clinical audits.
• Records management and confidentiality skills.
• Communication and organization skills
• Ability to work in teams in a complex, multi-cultural, multi ethnic environment to achieve Unit goals.
• Proficiency in one of the AU working languages, fluency in another AU language is an added advantage.

How to Submit Your Application

Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online

Note

• Only candidates who have met all the requirements of the post and have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
• Only applications registered online with a complete curriculum vitae (CV) attached will be considered. 
• The Africa Union is an equal-opportunity employer, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application Closing Date
15th December, 2022.