Internal Medicine Specialist
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, Asia and 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. Since 2024 MI is supporting the affected population in Gaza through our local partner in food assistance and in the health sector.
To support the establishment of a medical point in Gaza city, Malteser International is looking for a qualified Internal Medicine Specialist.
As an Internal Medicine Specialist, you will be part of a dedicated team launching a new primary healthcare center in Gaza. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a high-need area while contributing to life-saving health services under Malteser International’s humanitarian mission.
Your responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive medical consultations, including patient history, physical exams, diagnosis, treatment, and referrals
- Manage both acute and chronic adult illnesses, including cardiovascular, respiratory, metabolic, and gastrointestinal diseases
- Prescribe appropriate medications and therapeutic interventions, while promoting lifestyle modifications and preventive care
- Accurately document patient information using standardized tools and ensure timely submission of required reports
- Collaborate with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare staff to ensure high-quality, coordinated patient care
- Participate in training, health education sessions, and staff development activities as directed
- Support clinic operations by assisting with administrative tasks, stock management, and upholding medical ethics and humanitarian standards
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- Degree in Medicine or General Surgery
- Valid medical license from Ministry of Health
- Board-certified in Internal Medicine
- Minimum 5 years' experience in Internal medicine or one of its major subspecialties
- Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills and familiarity with ESC (European Society of Cardiology) and CDA (Canadian Diabetes Association) guidelines
- Commitment to patient-centered care and medical ethics, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Written and verbal proficiency in Arabic and English
What we offer:
- Start Date: As soon as possible
- Duty Station: Gaza City
- Duration of contract: until 31.12.2025 (with possibility of extension upon further project funding)
- Salary: Based on experience and qualifications, in accordance with MI’s salary scale
- Other Benefits: Transportation and risk allowance
- Note: This position is contingent on stable security. Malteser International reserves the right to suspend or cancel the recruitment process should implementation not be feasible.
Working for Malteser International
Malteser is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all people, regardless of gender, confession or origin.
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.
If you are interested in this position, please apply online at our job portal. Kindly submit your extensive application here (CV, letter of motivation, copies of diplomas and three professional references) until 05 August 2025.
Please note that due to the urgency of this position, applications will be short-listed on a regular basis, and we may offer this post before the closing date. Applications not submitted through the online platform, cannot be considered.
Please note that we are currently unable to offer the selection “Palestine” in our application form due to technical difficulties. We are working hard on a change. In the meantime, we have set the fields Country of Residence and Nationality as non-mandatory. You are welcome to add this information at the end in the free text box if this applies to you. Please refrain from contacting us by e-mail.
