Senior Doctor NO-C (Khartoum) – WFP

Job Description

Organization	The World Food Programme
Job Title	Senior Doctor NO-C
Location	Khartoum
Job ID	JR125496
Closing Date	15 August 2026

WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.

ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP’s values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP? 

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.
• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.
• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.
• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT :

This position is based in the Sudan Country Office (SDCO). The Senior Doctor reports technically to the HQ Staff Health Advisor/Chief Medical Officer (CMO)/Regional Medical Officer (RMO) and administratively to the WFP Clinics Coordinator, Sudan CO.

JOB PURPOSE:

The Senior Doctor primarily delivers clinical services, including primary healthcare and emergency medical care, to WFP staff, personnel from other UN agencies, and eligible dependents. In parallel, the role provides continuous technical and clinical advice and support to the WFP Clinics Coordinator for the establishment, operation, and ongoing improvement of WFP Clinics in Sudan, ensuring that services are aligned with professional standards and organizational requirements.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority):
 

Clinical Services and Technical Oversight
 

• Provide technical oversight to ensure evidence-based patient care in line with professional standards and ethical practices across all WFP Clinics.
• Deliver clinical consultations, including primary and emergency care, to WFP staff, other UN agency personnel, and eligible dependents.
• Conduct medical examinations, including entry, periodic, exit, and driver’s fitness assessments, as well as other administrative medical requirements.
• Provide technical advice on patient referrals and case management, including appropriate follow-up in coordination with the CMO and UN medical counterparts.
• Contribute to clinical coordination processes, including peer reviews and case discussions with WFP and UN doctors.

Ongoing Technical Support to Clinic Systems and Operations

• Provide continuous technical input and guidance to support clinic systems and operations, including medical supply chains, procurement planning, referral networks, and partnerships with local medical facilities.
• Provide technical advice to ensure that clinics remain adequately equipped and stocked in line with medical standards and operational needs.
• Support recruitment processes for medical and support personnel by providing technical input, as required.

Health Information and Systems

• Provide technical input into clinical and epidemiological data analysis to support decision-making and service improvement.
• Support the tracking and reporting of clinic utilization data in coordination with the WFP Clinics Coordinator.
• Provide technical guidance for the establishment and maintenance of patient data systems for medical records, bookings, and insurance purposes.

Health Promotion and Staff Wellbeing

• Provide technical input into health promotion and disease prevention initiatives, including awareness campaigns on healthy lifestyles and communicable diseases.
• Support the delivery of health briefings and training sessions for staff and eligible dependents, as required.

Medical Confidentiality and Compliance

• Ensure, through technical oversight, that patient confidentiality and data protection standards are strictly upheld.
• Support adherence by WFP Clinics personnel to electronic medical records protocols and confidentiality requirements.
• Advise on appropriate and limited sharing of patient information for medical evacuations, emergency care, or referrals.

Emergency and Advisory Functions

• Provide clinical inputs for medical evacuations and medical travel in coordination with the CMO and UN medical services.
• Liaise