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Midwife at Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)

Oct 29, 2026 - 12:13
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Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Liwale District, Lindi Region, Tanzania Full-Time Deadline: Nov 4, 2026
Midwife

Job snapshot

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is hiring a Midwife. The position is part of clinical operations, with patient care and safety at its centre. The post is based in Liwale District, Lindi Region, Tanzania, closing on Nov 4, 2026.

RoleMidwife
EmployerMédecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
LocationLiwale District, Lindi Region, Tanzania
DeadlineNov 4, 2026

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) delivers clinical services with patient safety at the centre.

Role overview

Médecins Sans Frontières MSF in as covered here the advertised role is as covered here seeking a qualified Midwife to on this listing as covered here join for this vacancy its medical team in in the advertised role on this listing Liwale District Lindi Region.

Key responsibilities

  • Job Overview.
  • Industry: Healthcare / Medical Humanitarian Aid.
  • Assess patients for for on this listing this vacancy emergency referrals screen and on this listing as covered here admit eligible women to in the advertised role on this listing on this listing the in the advertised role maternity waiting home follow as covered here up on newborn health vaccinations breastfeeding.
  • Running protocols for on this listing on this listing PMTCT for this vacancy family planning Basic for for this vacancy this vacancy Comprehensive Emergency Obstetric and for this vacancy in the advertised role on this listing Neonatal Care BEmONC CEmONC in on this listing the advertised role post abortion care management of sexual violence fistula care.
  • Maintaining strict hygiene sterilization aseptic standards in in the advertised role on this listing maternity in the advertised role wards conduct cleaning and for as covered here this vacancy routine maintenance for medical equipment.
  • Monitoring and as covered here maintain maternity drug stocks on this listing order supplies supervise medical equipment usage to as covered here prevent stockouts.
  • The role ensures adherence to in the advertised role for this vacancy MSF in the advertised role reproductive health protocols for on this listing this vacancy hygienic standards for this vacancy BEmONC CEmONC care guidelines as covered here immediate newborn care to for in the advertised role this vacancy reduce maternal and infant mortality.
  • Reporting directly to in the advertised role as covered here the on this listing Project Medical Referent on as covered here this listing PMR the in the advertised role Midwife is responsible for in in the advertised role the advertised role delivering comprehensive obstetrical and in the advertised role in the advertised role neonatal care to pregnant women and infants ahead of while following delivery.
  • Making sure accurate recordkeeping for this vacancy maintain patient confidentiality participate in in the advertised role on this listing shift as covered here handovers support data collection for medical reporting.
  • Carrying out normal deliveries independently manage in in the advertised role the advertised role obstetric in the advertised role emergencies provide antenatal ANC and as covered here for this vacancy postnatal in the advertised role PNC consultations support the for this vacancy Neonatal Intensive Care Unit NICU.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years of related working experience in for this vacancy midwifery and reproductive health.
  • Strong commitment teamwork flexibility and on this listing in the advertised role service oriented mindset.
  • Fluency in the two spoken and in the advertised role written Swahili and English.
  • Proven experience in for for this vacancy this vacancy a Neonatal as covered here Intensive Care Unit NICU and for this vacancy in the advertised role for this vacancy prior humanitarian experience with as covered here MSF or comparable NGOs in the advertised role are strong useful extras.
  • Essential Midwifery diploma qualification in as covered here the advertised role a Bachelor's Degree in on this listing for this vacancy Midwifery is highly desired.

Key skills

How to apply

Applications covering a Cover Letter CV and on this listing copies of in the advertised role related professional certificates must be in as covered here the advertised role submitted as covered here before November 4 as for this vacancy covered here 2026 at 4 00 PM.

By Email Send to in the advertised role on this listing MSFCH for this vacancy Tanzania Recruitment geneva msf org with for this vacancy on this listing the subject line MIDWIFE.

By Physical Submission Drop in as covered here the advertised role a in the advertised role sealed envelope marked on in the advertised role this listing MIDWIFE at in the advertised role either Dar on this for this vacancy listing es Salaam MSF Office for as covered here this vacancy Uporoto Street Plot No on this listing 74 House No 22 Ursino Estate Victoria.

Liwale: MSF Office, Liwale District, Lindi Region.

Note Residents of for this vacancy as covered here Liwale as covered here District will be on on this listing this listing given priority consideration MSF in in the advertised role the advertised role does as covered here not provide accommodation on for this vacancy this listing or transportation support for this position.

Email MSFCH-Tanzania-Recruitment@geneva.msf.org.

Email MSFCH-Tanzania-Recruitment@geneva.msf.org

Common questions

What role is open?
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is recruiting a Midwife.
Where is the job based?
The post is based in Liwale District, Lindi Region, Tanzania.
When does it close?
The closing date is Nov 4, 2026.
How do I apply?
Email your application using this address: Email MSFCH-Tanzania-Recruitment@geneva.msf.org

Dar es Salaam.

Jobconnect application guidance

Before applying for Midwife, review the requirements carefully, tailor your CV to the role, and follow the instructions shown in the advert before Nov 4, 2026.

1 Match your CV Highlight the skills, qualifications, and achievements that directly relate to this role. Avoid sending a generic CV.
2 Apply safely Use the application instructions provided in the advert. Never pay money to get a job, interview, or application form.
3 Prepare evidence Keep certificates, references, portfolio links, and measurable work examples ready before submitting.
4 Track your application Note the location: Liwale District, Lindi Region, Tanzania. Save the job, record the deadline, and follow up only through official channels.
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CV hints for this job

For Midwife at Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), align your CV with the location and role context: Liwale District, Lindi Region, Tanzania.

Professional summary Start with a short summary that mentions the target role, your strongest matching experience, and the value you bring.
Key skills Add 6-10 skills that match the advert. Avoid unrelated skills that distract from the role.
Experience bullets Place your professional registration, license, clinical placements, and relevant certificates near the top.
Proof of fit Mention patient care, documentation, infection prevention, emergency response, and ward or facility experience.
Possible CV keywords: Midwife Decins Fronti Other Skills Common
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Advert requirement: Minimum of 2 years of related working experience in for this vacancy midwifery and reproductive health. Which roles or assignments demonstrate the experience requested here? Explain the dates, your responsibility, your actions and the outcome. Do not count overlapping periods twice.

Advert requirement: Essential Midwifery diploma qualification in as covered here the advertised role a Bachelor's Degree in on this listing for this vacancy Midwifery is highly desired. How does your education or training match this requirement? Give the exact qualification, institution and completion status. Do not assume an alternative qualification is accepted.

Advert requirement: Fluency in the two spoken and in the advertised role written Swahili and English. Describe a real task where you used this language or communication skill. Explain the audience, the message and how you checked understanding. Use your own example.

Advert requirement: Strong commitment teamwork flexibility and on this listing in the advertised role service oriented mindset. How would you demonstrate this requirement using a specific example from your work or training? Describe the task, your actions, relevant tools and outcome. Be clear about anything you have not yet done.

Advert requirement: Proven experience in for for this vacancy this vacancy a Neonatal as covered here Intensive Care Unit NICU and for this vacancy in the advertised role for this vacancy prior humanitarian experience with as covered here MSF or comparable NGOs in the advertised role are strong useful extras. Which roles or assignments demonstrate the experience requested here? Explain the dates, your responsibility, your actions and the outcome. Do not count overlapping periods twice.

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YOUR NAME,
PHYSICAL ADDRESS (E.G. MOROGORO, TANZANIA).
OCTOBER 29, 2026.
THE HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER,
MÉDECINS SANS FRONTIÈRES (MSF),
LIWALE DISTRICT, LINDI REGION, TANZANIA.
Dear Sir/Madam,
RE: APPLICATION FOR MIDWIFE

Refer to the letter heading above, I am writing to apply for the Midwife position. After reviewing the advertised requirements, I believe my skills, experience, and commitment to professional results make me a strong candidate for this opportunity.

My background has prepared me to contribute effectively in work relevant to Midwife. I can bring relevant experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work responsibly with teams, clients, and organizational priorities. In tailoring this application, I would highlight evidence related to Key skills How to apply shared questions Fluency in in the advertised role the two spoken and for this vacancy written Swahili and English Minimum of.

I am especially interested in this role because it aligns with responsibilities such as Carrying out normal deliveries independently manage in the advertised role obstetric emergencies provide antenatal ANC and for this vacancy postnatal PNC consultations su.... I am confident that my ability to learn quickly, communicate clearly, and deliver dependable work would support the goals of the organization.

I have attached my CV and supporting documents for your review. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss how my qualifications match this position before the application deadline of Nov 4, 2026.

Thank you for considering my application.

Yours faithfully,
___________________
(Insert your handwritten signature here)
YOUR NAME
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How to apply for this job

For Midwife, use the method in this advert and finish before November 4, 2026 (16:00 EAT).

Email Application msfch-tanzania-recruitment@geneva.msf.org
  1. Prepare a PDF cover letter and CV named with your full name.
  2. Email your application to msfch-tanzania-recruitment@geneva.msf.org using the subject line for Midwife at Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF).
  3. Attach only the documents listed in this advert. Submit before November 4, 2026 (16:00 EAT).
  4. Never pay for a form, interview, medical check, or job offer.
Prepare these documents Curriculum Vitae (CV) Cover Letter / Barua ya Maombi Academic Certificates & Transcripts (Certified Copies)
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