Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Supervisor

JOB VACANCY

MÉDECINS SANS FRONTIÈRES FRANCE

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is a non-profit, independent international humanitarian organization committed to delivering medical aid to populations facing crises, with a steadfast commitment to impartiality and without regard to race, religion, creed, or political affiliation. In Malawi, MSF collaborates closely with the Ministry of Health and the local community, particularly in the Cervical Cancer project in the Blantyre and Chiradzulu districts, as well as the CBO Project in Zalewa and Dedza District.

MSFF is looking for its Blantyre Office:

INFECTION PREVENTION AND CONTROL (IPC) SUPERVISOR – 1 POSITION

Workplace : Blantyre and Chiradzulu
Type of contract : 1-year Fixed term with possibility of extension
Start date : April 2026

Main Purpose

Plan, organize, Implement and supervise, monitor and analyse the results of an infection control program in a project or health facility, according to MSF/MoH protocols, safety and IPC measures, to ensure quality of care and safety of patients, caretakers and staff. Strengthening the clinical capacity of nursing staff in the Inpatient Department (IPD), OPD Cervical Cancer services, Chemotherapy, and Concurrent Chemo-Radiotherapy (CCRT). The role focuses on bedside mentoring, structured training, and quality improvement to ensure safe, standardized, and patient-centred oncology care.

Main Responsibilities

• Carry out the functions and tasks associated to infection prevention and control (IPC).
• In collaboration with each service activity manager/supervisor, maintain and support the day-to-day implementation of infection prevention and control practices includes standard precautions and risk assessment in health structures in all departments including sterilization, laundry and kitchen.
• Based on a given patient-diagnosis, collaborates with the medical team to evaluate the need and support for IPC implementation, if needed, for transmission-based precautions (air, droplet and con-tact).
• In collaboration with the service supervisor, implement transmission-based precautions for air, droplet and contact transmissible diseases when indicated, and monitor adherence.
• Provide regular clinical and technical supervision, training and support to the staff on IPC related is-sues using existing tools such as audits, checklists, or surveillance.
• Ensure that organizational aspects in the facility are respected (bed spacing, number of handwashing stations etc…), the correct ‘clean and dirty flows’ inside the healthcare facility and together with the Logistics Manager and Water and Sanitation Supervisor, that the essential WatSan requirements are available in the health structures.
• Improve compliance with aseptic care technique and the correct use of antiseptics, detergent and disinfectants, through training and audits.
• Ensure quality, correct and rational use of IPC material and equipment and monitor consumption includes cleaning materials and equipment, PPE, etc.
• As core member of the Infection Prevention and Control Committee, make sure the meeting is regular, lively and pro-active, facilitating the development and following up the Infection Prevention and Control Action Plan.
• Participate and coordinate actively in other group/ as Antimicrobial Stewardship and Quality of Care.
• Provide effective response in case of epidemics and MDRO alert/outbreak and activation of contingen-cy plan and outbreak response committee.
• Active participation to nursing care regarding IPC aspects.
• Elaborate regular reporting, and meeting minutes to have updated and reliable information about IPC activities.
• Carry out administrative tasks together with HR regarding staff recruitment, training/induction, evaluation, potential detection, coaching, development and communication to ensure both level, the sizing and the amount of knowledge required.
• Organize and coordinate the supervision of the team under his/her responsibility and participate in the associated HR processes of evaluation.
• Shares regular feedback/reports to IPC committee and concerned Supervisors, NAM, MAM, MTL, PMR and staff as needed on positive and points to be improved. Specific Accountabilities
• Strengthen nursing practice through bedside mentoring in patient assessment, care planning, chemotherapy/CCRT monitoring, symptom management, and pain control.
• Ensure compliance with IPC standards, audit, including hand hygiene, PPE use, aseptic technique, sterilization, and safe cytotoxic drug handling.
• Train and support nurses in safe chemotherapy administration, emergency response, and post-treatment monitoring.
• Monitor documentation quality and adherence to clinical protocols, addressing gaps through continuous coaching and refresher training.
• Clinical Training & Mentorship
  • Provide on-the-job training and bedside coaching to nurses in IPD, OPD, chemotherapy, and CCRT services.
  • Support competency development in oncology nursing care, including pre- and post-chemotherapy management.
  • Orient newly recruited nurses and daily workers to oncology protocols and procedures.
• Chemotherapy & CCRT Support
  • Train staff on safe chemotherapy preparation, administration, monitoring, and management of side effects.
  • Ensure proper use of infusion pumps and adherence to chemotherapy safety protocols.
  • Strengthen nurses’ skills in monitoring patients undergoing CCRT and identifying complications early.
• Clinical Standards & Quality Improvement
  • Promote adherence to clinical guidelines, infection prevention and control (IPC), and patient safety standards.
  • Monitor nursing documentation and provide feedback for improvement.
  • Participate in audits, case reviews, and supportive supervision activities.
• Holistic Patient Care
  • Reinforce pain management, symptom control, and supportive care approaches.
  • Promote patient education, counselling, and compassionate communication.
• Coordination & Reporting
  • Collaborate with medical teams, Pharmacy, physiotherapy, mental health, and palliative care services.
  • Report training needs, progress, and challenges to the Nursing Supervisor/MTL.

Requirements

How to apply

Applicants meeting the requirements are encouraged to send their Cover Letter, Updated CV, ID Copy, and relevant certificates, in Pdf or word format, to the Human Resources Manager at Médecins sans Frontières (MSF) France through email to msff-blantyre-recruitment@paris.msf.org. Please use the subject line “IPC SUPERVISOR, Your Full
Name,” and ensure that each file is appropriately labelled, such as “CV – (Name)”. Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered. Indicate only the Position and Your Full Name as the Subject Line of the email.

The closing date for receiving applications is Thursday, 22 March 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

MSF offers equal recruitment and development opportunities without any form of 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.

MSF is committed to applying Safe Recruitment principles, ensuring transparent, fair, and respectful recruitment processes that protect candidates, the organization, and its beneficiaries.

MSF does not charge any application/recruitment or training fees: if ever you are requested to pay any amount to process your application or access employment with MSF, do not pay and please inform the MSF administration on email: msff-lilongwe-recruitment@paris.msf.org as soon as possible.

N.B.: This job description provides a framework for the main responsibilities and primary activities of the position. It is not exhaustive.