OVERVIEW

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an independent, non-profit international humanitarian organisation committed to providing medical assistance to populations affected by crises, regardless of race, religion, creed, or political affiliation.

In Malawi, MSF works closely with the Ministry of Health and local communities, particularly through its Cervical Cancer Project in Blantyre and Chiradzulu districts, as well as the CBO Project in Zalewa and Dedza District.

MSF France is seeking a qualified Study Nurse to provide nursing care, treatment, counselling, and follow-up for patients participating in cervical cancer prevention activities and related research. The successful candidate will support cervical cancer screening, HPV testing, sample collection, participant follow-up, data management, and health education while ensuring compliance with medical protocols, research procedures, and infection prevention standards.

JOB TYPE: Not specified

START DATE: As soon as possible

Application Deadline: Sunday, 1st November, 2026, at 5:00 PM

POSITION: STUDY NURSE – CERVICAL CANCER PREVENTION

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Academic, Professional Qualifications and Experience:

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Essential: A recognised nursing degree or diploma.
Desirable: A Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
Desirable: A certificate as a Visual Inspection with Acetic Acid (VIA) provider.
Desirable: At least two (2) years of relevant nursing experience, preferably in an NGO or humanitarian setting.
Experience supervising and training colleagues in a team setting is desirable.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in spoken and written English.

Personal Specification and Competencies:

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

Results and quality orientation.
Teamwork and cooperation.
Behavioural flexibility.
Commitment to MSF principles.
Ability to manage stress.
Respect for medical confidentiality and patient privacy.
Strong communication, record-keeping, and patient-care skills.
Commitment to infection prevention, ethical research, and high standards of nursing practice.

DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Nursing Care and Patient Management

Provide nursing care, treatment, and patient follow-up according to Ministry of Health (MoH) and MSF protocols.
Organise and deliver care and treatments in accordance with medical guidelines.
Assist during consultations and other medical procedures.
Monitor patients' health status, identify emergencies or deterioration, and refer patients to the medical team when necessary.
Promote patient and family health education where appropriate.
Ensure patient comfort, privacy, and confidentiality.
Identify survivors of sexual and gender-based violence and refer them to the medical team for appropriate care.
Understand the importance and appropriate use of Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) kits.

2. Cervical Cancer Prevention and Screening

Provide individual counselling on cervical cancer risk factors, screening methods, results, and treatment.
Collect samples for human papillomavirus (HPV) testing and communicate results according to established protocols.
Conduct cervical screening using visual inspection with acetic acid (VIA) or perform speculum examinations.
Refer women who are not eligible for thermocoagulation, have suspected cervical cancer, or require further assessment to Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital (QECH).
Promote cervical cancer screening, health education, community mobilisation, and primary prevention activities, including HPV vaccination.
Maintain smooth client flow at the health facility.
Keep the screening room clean and organised and comply with infection prevention and control standards.
Apply aseptic and sterile techniques when using screening equipment.
Participate in quality control through image-taking and external review.

3. Post-Thermal Ablation Study

Participate in training on the study protocol, eligibility criteria, participant enrolment, and data collection.
Engage with communities, stakeholders, and healthcare providers to promote awareness of the screening programme and study.
Counsel and educate participants on HPV sample collection, cervical image collection, and biopsy collection.
Communicate HPV and biopsy results to study participants.
Support participant tracing and follow-up to minimise loss to follow-up.
Collect soft-brush biopsy samples in accordance with the approved study protocol and eligibility criteria.
Ensure participation is voluntary and that written informed consent is obtained.

4. Data Management and Reporting

Record client details and services provided in registers and designated data collection tools.
Document screening services in patients' health passports.
Maintain strict confidentiality of patient and study information.
Monitor daily activities and propose solutions for service improvement.
Maintain accurate study documentation and reporting to support monitoring and data collection.

5. Pharmacy and Medical Supplies

Dispense medicines according to MoH and MSF guidelines and label them clearly with the medicine name, form, strength, and dosage.
Ensure safe and correct storage of medicines and supplies.
Maintain adequate stocks of essential medicines and supplies.
Monitor consumption and conduct physical stock inventories.
Submit supply orders on time and verify received orders against their contents.
Monitor expiry dates and remove expired medicines from stock.
Support the control, maintenance, and proper storage of medical equipment and materials.
Send materials for sterilisation and collect them after sterilisation.

6. Collaboration and Coordination

Work closely with MoH medical and paramedical staff to ensure high-quality patient care.
Support the Health Promotion Officer in tracing women and minimising loss to follow-up.
Maintain respectful and effective communication with other health facilities and service providers, including QECH outpatient departments, sterilisation units, and laboratories.
Coordinate referral pathways and arrange appointments at tertiary-level facilities.
Collaborate with logistics and pharmacy teams by submitting supply requests according to established procedures.
Report challenges, ideas, needs, and requests to the line manager.
Support and train nurse aides, cleaners, and other staff under supervision, promoting teamwork and compliance with protocols.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the official application form below or use the QR code provided in the original advertisement.

Application Link: https://forms.gle/7cDVC55He93Yo2DV7

Applicants should submit the following documents in PDF or Word format:

A cover letter.
An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
A copy of their identification document.
Relevant academic and professional certificates.

Closing Date: Sunday, 1st November, 2026, at 5:00 PM

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND NON-DISCRIMINATION

MSF offers equal recruitment and development opportunities without discrimination based on gender, religion, sexual orientation, ethnicity, geographical origin, physical disability, or any other discriminatory ground. Female candidates who meet the requirements are strongly encouraged to apply.

SAFE RECRUITMENT

MSF is committed to transparent, fair, and respectful recruitment practices that protect applicants, the organisation, and its beneficiaries.

FRAUD PREVENTION

MSF does not charge application, recruitment, or training fees. If anyone requests payment to process your application or secure employment with MSF, do not pay. Report the matter to the MSF administration at msff-lilongwe-recruitment@paris.msf.org.

This job description outlines the main responsibilities and activities of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties.