Medical Doctor (Orthopaedist)

Cordaid is an internationally operating value-based emergency relief and development organization, working in and on fragility.

The organization was established in 2000 when several Dutch aid organizations joined forces. But our history goes back more than a century. Cordaid has changed over the years, the organization now is focusing more on the localization of its operations and programs to empower local human capacities and knowledge in serving communities and people. Reducing fragility has become our core priority and we work in all contexts of fragility, from relief, through rehabilitation to long-term development. To do this effectively we seek funds, start partnerships, and compete in a global market.

We believe in a world where people can break through barriers of poverty and exclusion, influence decisions that affect them, and participate in equitable and resilient societies. A world with an economy not driven by greed and growth, but by inclusivity, social justice, and gender equality. That world is our goal. We work towards it in everything we do.

Cordaid has been active in Afghanistan since 2001, working for a stable and prosperous country. Abiding by the humanitarian principles of humanity, neutrality, impartiality, and operational independence, Cordaid is committed to standing by the people of Afghanistan and delivering its lifesaving support.

Cordaid through its work and need-based programming, is committed to delivering lifesaving, resilience, and development assistance to the people of Afghanistan.

Interventions projects progress                              

Implement assigned clinical activities as per approved work plans. Provide technical support to orthopedic technicians and PRC staff to deliver integrated

orthopedic and rehabilitation services that prevent disability, restore function, reduce pain, and improve quality of life of individuals through patient-centered

care and rehabilitation programs. Monitor the progress of orthopedic and rehabilitation interventions, ensure timely patient management and referrals,

identify implementation challenges, and provide regular updates to supervisors to support achievement of project targets and quality standards. 

Timeliness and quality of reports                            

Prepare and submit accurate required clinical and programmatic reports within established deadlines. Ensure records, treatment documents, referrals and

activity reports are complete, accurate, confidential and comply with standards.

Parts of programs and project proposals              

Provide technical input into the development of orthopedic and rehabilitation project proposals by identifying community health needs, estimating resource

requirements, and recommending interventions for quality improvement.

Planning, monitoring and evaluation                     

Develop and implement clinical work plans. Monitor patient outcomes, quality of care, treatment effectiveness, while supporting routine monitoring, clinical

audits, and quality improvement initiatives.

Result communication and open data                   

Collect real time data and filter necessary information for open data sources; deliver good qualitative information to the management in time.

Monitoring of partners                                              

Collaborate with PRCs/CCs and hospitals to monitor orthotics/rehabilitation services and support their improvement.

Capacity of partners regarding accountability     

Assesses the capacity of PRC and CRCs staff. Provide ongoing support to capacity-building activities.

Integrity & Compliance         

Adheres to Cordaid’s Code of Conduct and integrity policies, ensuring ethical and professional engagement with beneficiaries.

Reports any concerns as per the established procedures.

• Medical degree (MD or MBBS) from a recognized medical school with a valid medical license and registration to practice in Afghanistan, and a minimum of two years of clinical experience in orthopedics, emergency medicine and rehabilitation programs.
• Demonstrated expertise in diagnosing and managing orthopedic conditions, musculoskeletal disorders, fractures, and acute injuries, with sound clinical judgment and knowledge of evidence-based treatment protocols.
• Strong communication, counseling, teamwork, and interpersonal skills with a patient-centered approach to care.
• Proficiency in spoken and written Dari or Pashto, with basic English language skills considered an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, work effectively in challenging environments, and maintain compliance with organizational policies, professional ethics, and the laws and regulations of the country.

Please send your applications to: Jobs.afghanistan@cordaid.org write title of the position Medical Doctor (Orthopaedist) in the subject line of your emails. 

Only applicants who are shortlisted for the written assessment or a Competency-Based interview (CBI) will be contacted via the email that they have provided on their application. Applicants are, therefore, required to monitor their emails for invitations to the written assessment or CBI.

Cordaid is fully committed to a safe working environment and the highest integrity standards. To read more about our commitment to Integrity, click here:

https://www.cordaid.org/en/who-we-are/integrity-and-code-of-conduct/

An integrity screening will be part of the application procedure.

An assessment phase can be part of the selection procedure. The assessment phase usually consists of a technical assessment followed by a competency-based written test and two interviews. However, there may be exceptions for a second interview,  depending on the specific functions of a position.  

For more information about Cordaid, please visit our website: www.cordaid.org/en/