Category
Health
Date Needed By
2\/24\/2026
Program Description (Background) \/ Description du programme (contexte)
On 7 February 2026, a devastating fire struck the Abattoir and Tribune IDP sites in Kolofata, Cameroon, affecting at least 574 households and destroying more than 470 shelters. The incident caused loss of life, multiple injuries, and the destruction of essential belongings, further worsening the already fragile living conditions of a population largely composed of women, children, and the elderly. Occurring in a context of chronic insecurity, repeated displacement, and limited humanitarian access, the disaster has exposed affected families to increased health risks, including untreated injuries, disease outbreaks due to overcrowding, and heightened food insecurity.
The fire has also placed immense pressure on an already under-resourced district health system, with local facilities overwhelmed and largely inaccessible to displaced families unable to afford care. Immediate humanitarian support is therefore critical to prevent avoidable deaths, restore access to essential health services, and protect vulnerable groups. Within the coordinated humanitarian response, IMC has been designated to address priority health needs, including restoring life-saving primary healthcare services, strengthening reproductive health and sexual violence response, and reinforcing referral and secondary care capacity for severe cases.
Within forty-eight hours of the alert, IMC\u2019s rapid response team, based in Mokolo in the Far North Region, was deployed to provide emergency health assistance to populations affected by the fire. Although the initial deployment was planned for only two weeks, the scale and complexity of the needs far exceed this timeframe and are expected to continue for several months. Consequently, the intervention will be extended to three months, from 23 February to 22 May 2026, to ensure the continuity of life-saving services. In addition, a Nursing Assistant will be integrated into the team to strengthen service delivery and improve the quality of care for vulnerable patients.
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY\u00a0\u00a0
The Nurse Assistant will provide basic care and support to patients under the supervision of nurses or other medical staff in various settings, such as camps, clinics, hospitals, or mobile units.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation.
MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
\u2022\u00a0 \u00a0 Helping patients with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, and toileting.
\u2022\u00a0 \u00a0 Measuring and recording vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, MUAC, weight and respiration.
\u2022\u00a0 \u00a0 Assisting with medical procedures, such as wound care, dressing changes, catheterization, vaccination, referrals and specimen collection.
\u2022\u00a0 \u00a0 Reporting any changes or concerns in the patient’s condition or behavior to the nurse or supervisor.
\u2022\u00a0 \u00a0 Providing emotional and social support to patients and their families.
\u2022\u00a0 \u00a0 Maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
\u2022\u00a0 \u00a0 Following infection control and safety protocols.
\u2022\u00a0 \u00a0 Participating in health education and promotion activities.
\u2022\u00a0 \u00a0 Order necessary medical and non-medical items from the medical stock under supervision of the supervisor.
\u2022\u00a0 \u00a0 Maintain stock of medical and non-medical items\u00a0
\u2022\u00a0 \u00a0 Fill in and maintain all medical forms\/tools as directed.
\u2022\u00a0 \u00a0 Assist in cleaning and disinfection of medical equipment and instruments under the supervision of a supervisor.
\u2022\u00a0 \u00a0 Adapting to different and challenging contexts and working conditions.
Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed in this document are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and not necessarily all inclusive.
Job Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
\u2022\u00a0 \u00a0 Typically, a high school diploma or equivalent\u00a0
\u2022\u00a0 \u00a0 A state-approved Nurse Assistant training program and certification where applicable
\u2022\u00a0 \u00a0 Current CPR and first aid certification
\u2022\u00a0 \u00a0 Basic knowledge of medical terminology and procedures
\u2022\u00a0 \u00a0 Compassionate and respectful attitude towards patients and their needs
\u2022\u00a0 \u00a0 Good communication and interpersonal skills
\u2022\u00a0 \u00a0 Flexibility and willingness to work in different shifts and settings
\u2022\u00a0 \u00a0 Cultural sensitivity and awareness of humanitarian principles and values<\/p>\n\n\n\n