Back-up Medical Provider

Job Description

Back-up Medical Provider

Statement of Work

Summary

Peace Corps Sierra Leone is seeking the services of up to two (2) qualified medical doctor to serve as the Back-up Medical Provider in the absence of the Peace Corps Medical Officer (PCMO) and provide support at peak times. The Back-up Medical Provider will deliver health care to U.S. Peace Corps Volunteers in Sierra Leone under the supervision of PCMOs.

The Back-up Medical Provider will deliver direct patient care, referrals to outside medical consultants or facilities, i.e., hospitals or emergency clinics depending on in-country arrangements and assist with administrative duties and health education when instructed. 

When on duty, the Back-up Medical Provider will be available around-the-clock by telephone or be present in the Peace Corps office Health Unit. He/she may also be required to provide consultative or prescriptive services on behalf of PCMOs.

Responsibilities

• Routine primary health care to Peace Corps Trainees and Volunteers including treatment of common illnesses and injuries in accordance with Peace Corps medical guidelines.
• Individual short-term counseling on disease prevention, adjustment issues, stress management and cross-cultural problems 
• Respond to emergency medical situations 
• Conduct trainings on health care issues
• Site visits to Peace Corps Volunteers throughout Sierra Leone
• Administrative tasks of the medical office including budget management 
• Inventory of medical supplies and equipment 
• Alternate 24 hour on-call duty with other PCMOs

 Requirements

• Graduate of accredited school. MDs must be a graduate of a school listed in the Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research at the following link https://search.wdoms.org/
• Current valid license to practice in Sierra Leone
• Relevant clinical experience in primary care after medical school. Proficiency in the assessment and management of acute and on-going illnesses.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively in English and Krio orally and in writing
• Experience in managing mental health issues including patience counseling 
• Experience in training design and presentation of health-related materials
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and other applications.
• Program management and administrative experience.
• Ability to work effectively as part of an intercultural team.
• Willing to travel within Sierra Leone.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to travel to Morrocco and security clearance.
• Must be able to legally work in Sierra Leone. Peace Corps will not process work permits.

Submission Requirements

The application deadline is August 28th , 2026, at 5:00 PM.

In order to be considered for this position, the applicant must;

• • Be a Sierra Leone Citizen with residency and must not have been employed in intelligence-related activities.

• Age requirement must be below legal retirement age in Sierra Leone (60 years)

• Submit complete application package on/before the application deadline date and time by email to:    SL-pcjobs@peacecorps.gov or by hand to HR Specialist, Peace Corps Sierra Leone, 34 Old Railway Line, Signal Hill, Freetown  

• Application must include the following;

• A letter of interest addressing the required qualifications. 
• A complete CV, to include: 

• All relevant employment, including start and end dates (month and year) for each position listed, and a summary of key tasks and responsibilities for each position. 
• Educational background and a list of current license(s)/Certificates/degrees etc. held (type of license, dates of issue/expiration as applicable), and/or a detailed description of equivalent experience obtained through on-the-job training.
• Contact information (name, email and/or phone number) of three professional references. At least one reference must be a current or former supervisor. Peace Corps may request additional/other references. 
• Information regarding citizenship and work authorization in Sierra Leone. All candidates selected for interview will be required to produce a government-issued ID card/National Passport/ voters ID card for review. 
• All education, experience, skills and qualifications will be verified. 

All experience, skills, and qualifications will be verified. Applicants with high potential will be scheduled for an interview at the Peace Corps office in Freetown.  Employment is contingent on a favorable security background and medical check.  

Please include “Ref: “Peace Corps Back-up Medical Provider” on the envelope submission and or in the subject line for the online application