Mobile implementation agent (MIO) – Trainer· of doctors in pediatrics/neonatalogy H/F At Doctors Without Borders

Doctors Without Borders (MSF) is an international and independent medical humanitarian organization, established in 1971, that provides emergency assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts, epidemics, epidemics, and, exclusion of health care and natural disasters. MSF is one of the largest independent humanitarian medical organizations in the world, with projects in 65 countries. Its work is based on the humanitarian principles of medical ethics; the goal of MSF is to provide emergency care and to offer assistance to people according to their needs, regardless of race, religion, gender or political affiliation. The French section is present in about thirty countries.

We are looking for a Mobile implementation agent (MIO) – Trainer for doctors in pediatrics/neonatalogy.

Mission

MSF is committed to providing high quality, patient-centred care to people of all ages. Much of MSF’s work is focused on the care of children and newborn babies. In general, patients admitted to our neonatal and pediatric units are critically ill and often have complex medical and nursing needs. MSF has developed guidelines for pediatric and neonatal care and nursing procedures to standardize the approach to diagnosis, including, from management and nursing to the most common pathologies that we see in our contexts.

Currently, the level of neonatal and paediatric expertise varies from project to project and the guidelines are not always applied consistently, and, in particular after the publication of new guidelines or their updating. To support field teams in their work, MSF offers specific training to improve the recognition, assessment and care of critically ill children and newborns. A number of additional training activities are also being developed by OCP and in collaboration with other sections of MSF.

Main responsibilities :

The doctor, in collaboration with a· nurse· trainer, coordinates the development and implementation of training in the fields of pediatric and neonatal care. Training can be delivered in the field, regionally or at headquarters, face-to-face or via virtual platforms, and can include :

• Training in neonatal hospital care
• Emergency hospital care training in pediatrics
• Virtual classes for newborn care
• Training of trainers in collaboration with the pedagogical coordinator
• Any need for additional training that may arise, in discussion with the learning and development unit (L&D) and pediatric medical and nursing advisors

Activities & tasks :

Training materials and guidelines

• Update training materials in accordance with the latest guidelines and in agreement with medical and nursing advisors in pediatrics (medical department of OCP).
• Ensure that the training material is ready for use (including inventory of inventory and printing).

Implementation of face-to-face training

• Conduct training at MSF OCP headquarters, in regional training units and in various MSF field projects. The duration of training, the number of sessions and the duration of follow-up will be determined according to the needs of the field, in collaboration with the L&Department&D and paediatric counsellors (nurses and doctors).
• Coordinate the preparation and organization of the training with the contact person of the project.
• Gather and pack the necessary training materials at the OCP headquarters and arrange transport to the project in advance (with the trainer or through the office of departure).
• Finalize preparations on arrival, including the organization of the training space, the provision of stationery, printing of equipment if necessary, etc.
• Conduct the training in accordance with the facilitator’s guides. (It is sometimes necessary to adapt content, activities and delivery according to the context – this will be discussed in advance with the field, advisors and the L&D unit).
• Create a positive environment in which participants are encouraged to actively engage in the learning process.
• Implement the principles of adult education and training.
• Implement the principles of co-facilitation.
• Observe and evaluate the performance of participants during training.
• After the training, conduct an informal evaluation to incorporate lessons learned into future sessions.

Tutoring or coaching

• After the formal sessions, accompany the trainees for a period of teaching at the bedside of the patient and clinical support. This is usually a period of 2 to 4 weeks, but may vary (depending on the context, specific needs and circumstances).
• The follow-up period may also include individual or small group tutoring sessions, simulation scenarios, mentoring of supervisors and/or support for focal points for training in the field in terms of teaching techniques.

Continuous improvement of existing training courses

• After each training deployment, write a concise report and recommendations, including the identification of additional project-specific training needs, in discussion with the field team and national coordination.
• On the basis of these assessments and recommendations, adapt the training material and the guide of the facilitator in agreement with the L& unit&D and the medical department to improve the delivery of future training courses.
• Debriefing with L&D unit, pediatric nurses and medical advisors after each training.

Contribute to the development and implementation of new training resources as part of the overall L&D strategy.

It may be a question of:

• Organization of virtual classes as part of the BCG-led learning program on newborn care.
• Participation in intersectional training activities.
• Preparation of additional educational modules on key topics of pediatric and neonatal care, in accordance with pediatric, neonatal and nursing guidelines.
• Planning and conducting simulation exercises.
• Contribution to discussions on the overall training strategy for MSF OCP Paediatrics.

Any other training needs that may arise, in coordination with pediatric medical and nursing advisors.

• Webinars, ad hoc online sessions with field teams, virtual simulations, etc.

Professional skills

• Adherence to the recommendations of the pediatric and neonatal guidelines and nursing procedures of MSF.
• Followed training courses on emergency hospital care in pediatrics and neonatal care ideally.
• Previous participation in a training of trainers or in a facilitation course is an asset.
• Computer skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet.

Languages : French (B1), english (B2).

Position specifics

Status : 12 Months full-time CDD. Based in the country of origin (20%) with frequent visits to MSF sites (80%).

Conditions :

1 883€ gross per month based on 12 months (9 staff international level).
During travel (on mission, at headquarters, etc.), the per diem is paid directly according to the amount in force in the country of mission according to the IRP2 rules. Health insurance 100% supported by Doctors Without Borders.

Planned start date : 01/01/2024.