Trainer/Facilitator for training in Diagnostic Laparoscopy and Hysteroscopy

Country: Sierra Leone Organization: Doctors with Africa CUAMM Closing date: 23 Oct 2026 Founded in 1950, Doctors with Africa CUAMM was the first NGO focused on healthcare to be recognized by the Italian government. It is now one of the leading organization working to protect and improve the well-being and health of vulnerable communities in Sub-Saharan Africa. The NGO promotes long-term health cooperation projects, intervening also in emergencies to ensure that services are available to all. Doctors with Africa CUAMM is currently active in 11 Sub-Saharan countries: Angola, Burkina Faso, Central African Republic, Ethiopia, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Mozambique, Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda. The NGO supports public and non-profit hospitals, local districts, schools of nursing and midwifery, university faculties of medicine. CUAMM’s action focuses on health system strengthening and targets the weakest population groups, particularly women and children. Interventions include prevention, screening and treatment programmes; development or strengthening of referral systems at community level; training of health staff; management support and technical assistance to local health institutions; field research. CUAMM's international and national staff work together on the front line to strengthen local health systems, in resource-limited contexts where the commitment and contribution of the individual can make a real difference. Which is why we always need skilled and motivated people who are ready to join us to collaborate on our projects 'with Africa'. Start date: November 30th 2026 Job position: Trainer/Facilitator for training in Diagnostic Laparoscopy and Hysteroscopy Location: Princess Christian Maternity Hospital (PCMH) of Freetown, Sierra Leone Duration: 5 days Purpose of the role The Trainer will be responsible for planning, delivering and evaluating a hands-on refresher training programme in diagnostic laparoscopy and hysteroscopy for resident doctors at PCMH. The primary purpose of the assignment is to strengthen the participants’ theoretical knowledge, practical skills, clinical decision-making and confidence in the safe performance of diagnostic laparoscopy and hysteroscopy, while promoting patient safety, appropriate infection prevention and control, and adherence to accepted standards of minimally invasive gynaecological practice. Key duties: Training Preparation: • Reviewing the training objectives and learning needs of the resident doctors. • Developing or adapting appropriate training materials and practical sessions. • Developing a detailed training agenda and hands-on skills programme. • Reviewing the availability and functionality of laparoscopic and hysteroscopic • equipment at PCMH. • Coordinating with the theatre, anaesthesia, nursing and relevant support teams. • Identifying appropriate simulation cases and/or supervised clinical cases. • Ensuring that practical sessions are appropriate to the participants’ level of experience. • Ensuring that all clinical activities comply with PCMH policies and applicable • professional standards. Delivery of Theoretical Training on: • Principles of minimally invasive gynaecological surgery. • Relevant pelvic and intrauterine anatomy. • Indications and contraindications for diagnostic laparoscopy and hysteroscopy. • Patient selection and preoperative assessment. • Informed consent and patient counselling. • Preparation of the patient and operating theatre. • Laparoscopic and hysteroscopic equipment. • Infection prevention and sterilization requirements. • Basic laparoscopic and hysteroscopic techniques. • Recognition of normal and abnormal findings. • Management of complications. • Post-procedure care and documentation. Hands-on Practical Training: • Demonstrating safe handling of laparoscopic equipment. • Demonstrating camera handling and basic laparoscopic orientation. • Demonstrating appropriate instrument handling. • Providing simulation-based laparoscopic skills training. • Demonstrating principles of safe laparoscopic access. • Demonstrating systematic diagnostic pelvic examination. • Demonstrating hysteroscope handling and orientation. • Demonstrating systematic examination of the uterine cavity. • Guiding residents through identification of normal anatomical structures. • Demonstrating recognition of common pathological findings. • Providing supervised practice to individual residents. • Giving constructive feedback on participants’ technical performance. • Identifying residents requiring additional supervised practice. Participant Competency Assessment • Conducting a pre-training knowledge assessment. • Assessing participants’ baseline practical skills. • Conducting practical skills assessments using structured checklists. • Providing direct observation of participants during simulation and supervised clinical • procedures. • Conducting a post-training knowledge assessment. • Documenting individual competencies and areas requiring further mentorship. • Providing recommendations for continued supervised practice. Training Documentation and Reporting • Training agenda/programme. • Training materials and presentations. • Practical skills checklists. • Pre- and post-training assessment tools. • Participant attendance records. • Competency assessment results. • Summary of training activities. • Key achievements and challenges. • Recommendations for further capacity building. • Final training report. Requirements • Medical Degree (MBBS/MD or equivalent) from a recognized medical school. • Postgraduate qualification in Obstetrics and Gynaecology • Current registration/licensure with the relevant medical regulatory authority in the country of practice. • Additional formal training/fellowship in Minimally Invasive Gynaecological Surgery (MIGS), laparoscopic surgery, endoscopic gynaecological surgery or a related field is desirable • Recognized training/certification in diagnostic and operative laparoscopy and hysteroscopy is an advantage • Certification in relevant patient safety, surgical safety or simulation-based education is desirable. • Prior training experience in diagnostic laparoscopy and hysteroscopy in West Africa is an asset. • At least 5 years of post-specialist experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. • Demonstrable experience performing diagnostic laparoscopy and hysteroscopy. • Recent and regular clinical experience in minimally invasive gynaecological procedures. • Proven experience in supervising resident doctors or postgraduate trainees, conducting hands-on surgical skills training, and executing competency-based assessments for medical trainees. • Advanced practical skills in diagnostic laparoscopy and hysteroscopy, equipment operation/troubleshooting, pelvic anatomy recognition, and complication management. • Proven experience in hands-on postgraduate surgical training, objective competency assessment, constructive feedback, and adapting teaching to varied learner levels. • Strong communication, teamwork, and commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, infection control, and professional integrity. TERMS OF CONTRACT Type of contract: collaboration contract Salary: TBD according to NGO salary grids and compensation policy Flight ticket: one return flight Health issues: the NGO provides health insurance and covers vaccination costs Visa and permits: the NGO bears the cost and paperwork for the entry visa to the country of service, any professional registration, work and residence permits Accommodation: provided by the NGO, it can be individual or shared, depending on the logistical situation, the availability at the workplace and the available budget. Other costs: the NGO covers costs related to housing utilities and internet; food and personal expenses are covered by the worker How to apply https://zinrec.intervieweb.it/mediciconlafricacuamm/jobs/trainerfacilitator-for-training-in-diagnostic-laparoscopy-and-hysteroscopy-sierra-leone-153370/it/ Due to the high number of applications, please note that our recruiting team will contact only short-listed candidates. The selection process is based on non-discrimination criteria and candidates are taken into consideration without distinction of ethnicity, gender, political orientation, religion, personal opinions, sexual orientation. Doctors with Africa CUAMM does not tolerate any abuse, exploitation or violence against vulnerable children and adults, nor other behaviour that does not respect human dignity from its own staff, partner staff or other staff associated with the NGO. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to the mission and values of the organization, nondiscrimination policies and safeguarding principles.