Medical Doctor

Career opportunities

Join our founding clinical team

Accessible, Compassionate, Quality Health Services

Background

Emerging Health Initiatives (EHI) is a non-profit international organization headquartered in the United States with a growing network of collaborators and partners in Tanzania, Kenya and the United States. The organization is dedicated to improving access to quality, affordable, and compassionate healthcare services, particularly for underserved rural communities.

EHI works to strengthen healthcare delivery systems through direct service provision, community outreach programs, health  education, and partnerships with local stakeholders. The organization is committed to supporting equitable access to healthcare while promoting sustainable and community-centered solutions to health challenges.

As part of its mission, EHI is establishing a new Polyclinic in Kamachumu, Muleba District, Kagera Region. The facility will provide comprehensive primary healthcare services, maternal and child health services, pharmacy services, laboratory and radiology services, preventive healthcare, and community health programs aimed at improving health outcomes within Muleba District and surrounding communities.

To support the successful launch and operation of the clinic, EHI invites qualified, motivated, and compassionate healthcare professionals to apply for the following position.

Position details

Job title: Medical Doctor
Number of positions: 1 Position
Reports To: The board of Emerging Health Initiatives

Position summary

The Medical Doctor will provide clinical leadership and comprehensive patient care while ensuring compliance with Ministry of Health standards, NHIF requirements, quality assurance systems, and clinical governance frameworks.

Key responsibilities

• Provide outpatient consultation, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care.
•  Manage emergency and urgent medical cases.
• Prescribe medicines and investigations according to Standard Treatment Guidelines (STG).
• Apply ICD-10 disease coding accurately.
• Manage NHIF beneficiaries and support claims processing and reimbursement requirements.
• Ensure proper clinical documentation for insurance claims.
• Prepare and review MTUHA reports and government reporting requirements.
• Supervise and mentor clinical staff.
• Maintain accurate patient records using Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems.
• Support community outreach and health promotion activities.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical audits.

Minimum qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from a recognized institution.
• Registration with the Medical Council of Tanganyika (MCT).
• Valid practicing license.
• Minimum three (3) years of clinical experience in a busy healthcare setting.

Mandatory experience

• NHIF patient management.
• NHIF claims processing and reimbursement procedures.
• Standard Treatment Guidelines (STG).
• ICD-10 disease coding.
• MTUHA reporting and government documentation systems.
• Electronic Medical Records (EMR).

Added advantages

• Experience in private healthcare management.
• Experience supervising multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in emergency and critical care management.
• Experience with digital health technologies.
• Experience in quality improvement and clinical governance.
• Social media communication and content creation skills.

Required competencies

• Excellent clinical judgement.
• Compassionate and patient-centered care.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Computer proficiency.
• High ethical and professional standards.

General employment conditions

Duty station

Kamachumu, Muleba District, Kagera Region, Tanzania

Contract type

Fixed-Term Contract for Two (2) Years, renewable based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding.

Probation period

Six (6) months.

Expected start date

To be communicated to successful candidates.

Working schedule

Staff will work according to duty rosters approved by management and may be required to work on weekends, public holidays, and emergency shifts as operational needs dictate.

Salary

According to EHI salary scale and benefit package.

Language requirements

• Fluency in Kiswahili is mandatory.
• Working knowledge of English is required.

Why join EHI?

• Opportunity to be part of a founding healthcare team.
• Opportunity to help build a modern healthcare facility from the ground up.
• Opportunity of global exposure and professional network.
• Professional growth within a mission-driven international NGO.
• Opportunity to contribute directly in shaping organization’s culture, systems and strategy.

Interested candidates should submit an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) that includes contact details for at least three professional referees.

Applications should be sent to [email protected] with the position title clearly indicated in the subject line of the email.

Subject line: Application for Medical Doctor Position

Application deadline: 10 August 2026 at 5:00 PM East Africa Time.

Safeguarding commitment

Emerging Health Initiatives (EHI) is committed to safeguarding and has zero tolerance for abuse, exploitation, harassment, discrimination, neglect or misconduct of any kind. All employees are expected to uphold EHI’s safeguarding policies and maintain the highest standards of professional conduct. By applying for a position with EHI, candidates acknowledge their commitment to promoting a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for colleagues, patients, and community members.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.