Senior Medical Officer | Save the Children Job Circular

JOB OPENING

Save the Children invites applications for the above-mentioned position. We are committed to equal employment opportunities, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, age, or beliefs and religion. We are committed to diversifying our staff to better represent the communities we serve and actively welcome underrepresented groups to apply.

The Opportunity

This role presents a professional and impactful opportunity for an experienced Obstetrician/Gynaecologist to contribute to high-quality maternal, neonatal, and child healthcare within a humanitarian context. As Senior Medical Officer at Save the Children’s Maternal and Child Hospital in Teknaf, the incumbent will lead the management of high-risk pregnancies and obstetric emergencies, provide specialized clinical care, and strengthen the capacity of medical teams through mentorship and supervision. The position offers the chance to work in collaboration with local health authorities and technical partners, influence service delivery standards, and make a measurable impact on maternal and child health outcomes in one of the most challenging and underserved settings.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of independent practice as an Obstetrician/Gynaecologist (without supervision).
• MBBS degree recognized by the Bangladesh Medical and Dental Council (BMDC), with 2 years of post-graduate training, including at least 1 year of experience in obstetrics and gynaecology.
• Valid and current licence and registration to practice medicine.
• Willingness and ability to travel to remote, insecure, or unstable locations as required.
• Experience in managing obstetric and gynaecological complications commonly encountered in humanitarian emergencies, such as infectious diseases in pregnancy and the clinical management of rape.
• Familiarity with the Minimum Initial Service Package (MISP) for reproductive health in humanitarian settings.
• Certification or training in Advanced Life Support (ALS), Paediatric Life Support (PLS), and Neonatal Life Support (NLS), or equivalent qualifications.

The Organisation

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises or those who need better healthcare, education, and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard. 

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
• All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
• Violence against children is no longer tolerated.

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Please apply using a cover letter and an up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations.

For a detailed job description and to apply online, please visit: Apply

Application deadline: 08 December 2025

Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview
‘Save the Children promotes diversity in its workforce.’