Medical Program Associate, SRG

Doctors of the World

Everyone has the right to healthcare. Yet access to healthcare is not a given for everyone. Not even in the Netherlands. Doctors of the World is committed to helping people who have nowhere else to turn for medical care. We translate testimonials from our programs into an activist agenda for change. Doctors of the World is part of the international medical network Médecins du Monde and operates in more than 70 countries in addition to the Netherlands. Our organization is driven by dedicated volunteers, professionals, and members. In the Netherlands, we have a team of 50 paid staff members and over 280 volunteers.

Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH)

Under the law, everyone has the right to access medically necessary care. In practice, however, it is clear that many people in the Netherlands do not receive the sexual and reproductive health care they need. This leads to unwanted pregnancies, as well as an increased risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). They are also more likely to experience sexual and gender-based violence. Furthermore, they are excluded from essential population screening programs.

Through the SRG program, DvdW focuses on identifying and promoting access to mainstream medical care for this target group, increasing awareness, and facilitating communication between patients and healthcare providers. We do this, among other things, through our weekly SRG consultation hours in Amsterdam, where people can consult with our volunteer doctors.

In addition, we travel around the country offering consultation hours via our SRG mobile clinic and organize themed meetings in collaboration with various partners, such as the GGD and migrant organizations, with the aim of increasing knowledge and self-reliance.

We are also actively working to improve access to abortion care in the Netherlands for marginalized groups.

The SRG Medical Program Associate makes a consistent contribution to our mission by:

• Establishing and coordinating abortion care networks and organizing training sessions for general practitioners and pharmacists.
• Organizing outreach clinics using the SRG healthcare bus and themed events in the Amsterdam region
• To contribute to the (medical) quality, knowledge, and content of the program and the organization
• Help oversee the recruitment and selection of volunteers for the program in collaboration with the volunteer coordinator.
• Work with other SRG staff members to oversee the content and implementation of the orientation program for new volunteers and to supervise and organize training sessions for current volunteers.
• Manage and expand contacts and partnerships with the GGD, healthcare providers, other SRG integrated care partners, and the City of Amsterdam.
• Conducting needs assessments and contributing substantively to the further development of the program based on identified needs.
• Partially responsible for maintaining and managing (quantitative) patient data from the assistance program, as well as collecting and drafting testimonials in collaboration with staff from the Advocacy and Communications Department.

Your profile

• Experienced physician, nurse, or midwife with valid BIG registration.
• Work experience in gynecology, obstetrics, or abortion care.
• You have a demonstrable affinity with the target audience.
• Experience working with and motivating volunteers is a plus.
• You are proactive, flexible, and able to handle stress; you enjoy organizing and are a good team player, both internally and externally.
• You have strong social and communication skills and an awareness of cultural sensitivity.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Dutch and English.
• You must be available on Thursdays; the other regular day can be determined by mutual agreement.

We offer

A wonderful challenge and a role with a strong social impact. You’ll make a significant contribution to the humanitarian movement that is Doctors of the World, where your input and ideas are highly valued.

We also offer a 12-month employment contract, with the possibility of extension. A gross monthly salary ranging from €3,200.08 to a maximum of €4,524.02 for a full 40-hour workweek.

We determine salary ranges based on knowledge and experience and compare them to our internal benchmark. In addition, we offer a non-contributory pension plan and 30 days of vacation per year for full-time employees. And just as important: a pleasant workplace, centrally located in Amsterdam, and an accessible and close-knit team.

Information & Application

If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume and cover letter via our website by Sunday, July 6, 2025: https://doktersvandewereld.org/vacatures/. We can only consider applications submitted through our website.

The 1^and and 2^nd interviews will be held back-to-back and are scheduled for Monday, July 14. You will be notified of this no later than July 8, 2025.

Recruitment agencies are asked to refrain from contacting us regarding this job opening!