Malteser International is the international humanitarian relief agency of the Sovereign Order of Malta. For over 60 years we provide relief and recovery for people during and following conflicts and disasters around the world. Christian values and humanitarian principles form the foundations of our work. In over 30 countries in Africa, the Americas, Asiaand the Middle East, we support people in need – regardless of their religion, origin or political convictions.

In the Middle East Region, Malteser International (MI) is operating in the context of the humanitarian crisis in Syria since 2012 implementing emergency relief measures in Türkiye, Syria, and Lebanon and since 2014 in Iraq. MI’s programs cover needs mainly in the health sector and are mostly partner implemented. In the Holy Land, in the Holy Land, MI is coordinating the provision of primary health care services to affected communities

For its work in the Holy Land, Malteser International is looking for a  General Practitioner – National Position.

As a General Practitioner, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality primary healthcare services to vulnerable communities. You will provide comprehensive medical consultations, diagnose and treat common acute and chronic conditions, ensure appropriate referrals when needed, and promote preventive healthcare. 

Your responsibilities:

  • Provide comprehensive primary healthcare services through the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of patients across all age groups.
  • Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions in accordance with national and international clinical guidelines.
  • Prescribe medications and perform minor medical procedures within the scope of primary healthcare practice.
  • Identify and stabilize medical emergencies and refer patients to secondary or tertiary healthcare facilities when required.
  • Promote disease prevention, health education, and healthy lifestyle practices through patient counseling and community awareness.
  • Maintain accurate, confidential medical records and complete all required clinical documentation and referral reports.
  • Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control (IPC) standards and contribute to the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care.

Your profile:

  • Medical Degree MD/MBBS from a recognized university. 
  • Valid medical license to practice 
  • Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in primary healthcare 
  • Experience in humanitarian or NGO settings is an asset 
  • Commitment to patient-centered care and medical ethics, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills

What we offer:

  • Start Date: As soon as possible
  • Duty Station: Gaza City
  • Duration of contract: until 31.12.2026 (with possibility of extension upon further project funding) 
  • Salary: Based on experience and qualifications, in accordance with MI’s salary scale

Working for Malteser International

Malteser is an equalopportunityemployer and welcomesapplicationsfrom all people, regardless ofgender, confessionororigin.

Malteser International is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Code of Conduct) which outlines the expected behaviour and the responsibility of all staff, consultants and other organisational representatives. Malteser International conducts reference and background checks for all staff (including criminal records check for specific roles). Any candidate offered a job with Malteser International will be expected to sign MI’s Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents.

Whether you work as a specialist on overseas service or in one of our regional offices - we offer you a challenging working environment in an experienced international team. More than 1,000 national and international staff are currently deployed in various crisis and disaster areas around the world as well as in our regional offices in Cologne and New York City. For more information please click here.

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