Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia
Vacancy Announcement
Founded over almost 70 years ago by pioneering surgeon Dr Catherine Hamlin and her husband Dr Reginald Hamlin, Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia is dedicated to treating Ethiopian women who have suffered the childbirth injury: obstetric fistula. Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia comprises, the Addis Ababa Fistula Hospital, five regional fistula hospitals across Ethiopia, Desta Mender Hamlin’s Rehabilitation and Reintegration Centre, the Hamlin College of Midwives and more than 90 Hamlin supported midwifery clinics.
The Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia invites applicants for the following position:
Job Title: Urogynecologist / Gynecologist
Location: Mettu Hamlin Fistula Center – Regional Hospital
Duty Station:
Mettu, Oromia Region, Ethiopia
(Located within Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia’s Regional Network of Excellence)
About Mettu Hamlin Fistula Center
The Mettu Hamlin Fistula Center is one of our regional hospitals, operated by Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia, a globally recognized institution that provides free, holistic care to women with childbirth injuries. MHFC is located in the heart of the Oromia region. The Mettu Center offers surgical treatment, physiotherapy, psychosocial support, and reintegration services to hundreds of women annually.
You can learn more about Hamlin’s mission: https://hamlinfistula.org
Job Purpose:
The Urogynecologist / Gynecologist will oversee advanced clinical services at the Mettu Hamlin Fistula Center, a specialized hospital dedicated to obstetric fistula and complex pelvic floor disorders. This position involves providing expert surgical care, mentoring junior clinicians, improving clinical protocols, and supporting Hamlin’s broader mission to eliminate obstetric fistula in Ethiopia.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct expert-level evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with obstetric fistula, urinary incontinence, genital prolapse, and other complex pelvic floor conditions
Perform major reconstructive pelvic surgeries, including advanced fistula repairs (VVF, RVF) and continence procedures
Lead clinical rounds, outpatient clinics, and surgical planning at Mettu Hamlin Fistula Center
Supervise and mentor junior physicians, surgical trainees, and visiting fellows in urogynecology and fistula repair
Oversee post-operative care, follow-up plans, and rehabilitation support, in collaboration with nursing and psychosocial staff
Ensure adherence to evidence-based surgical protocols, infection prevention, and patient safety standards
Contribute to surgical outcome reporting, audit, and quality improvement initiatives
Collaborate with other Hamlin Regional Centers, Addis Ababa Fistula Hospital, and the Hamlin College of Midwives for integrated patient care and training
Participate in community outreach and prevention programs in the surrounding Oromia region.
Terms of Employment
Position type: Full-time
Duty station: Mettu Hamlin Fistula Center, with occasional travel to Addis Ababa for clinical collaboration or training
Reports to: Medical Director, Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia
Qualifications & Skills
Required Qualifications
MD degree in Medicine
Specialty in Obstetrics & Gynecology (MMed, OB-GYN or equivalent)
Subspecialty fellowship in Urogynecology or Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery
Valid license to practice in Ethiopia (or ability to obtain through the Ministry of Health)
Required Experience
At least 4 years of clinical experience in Obstetrics & Gynecology
2 years of hands-on surgical experience in Urogynecology, including fistula repair and/or pelvic reconstructive procedures
Candidates with a Urogynecology subspecialty are highly encouraged to apply.
Previous leadership role in a clinical or surgical team preferred
Experience working in low-resource or rural settings is an asset
Technical & Soft Skills
Strong surgical skills in complex gynecologic cases
Excellent leadership, teaching, and mentoring ability
Proficiency in written and spoken English; knowledge of Afan Oromo or Amharic is a plus
Deep commitment to patient-centered care and women’s reproductive rights
Requirement Skill
Communication
Patient care and assistance
Acute care
Leadership
Clinical knowledge
How To Apply
Updated CV
Cover letter stating your interest and suitability
Copies of medical degrees, specialization certificates, and licenses
Names and contacts of 3 professional references
Submission Address
Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia which is located at Kolfe Keraneo Sub City, K. 09, House No. 920; around Torhayloch, Behind the Swiss Embassy (behind Augusta Shirt Factory) Jimma Road Addis Ababa.
P.O. Box 3609
Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia
(Addis Ababa Fistula Hospital)
Tel+251 0113716544/46
Email: hr@hamlinfistula.org
Pay Attention to this Section
Interested applicants are required to fill the following Vacancy Form template carefully and submit through-mail/ Email: hr@hamlinfistula.org / to the Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia Human Resources Management Department within /15/fifteen working days of this announcement. Other than this template, other form of Application Submission is not accepted.
NB: Please Note That Only Shortlisted Candidates Will Be Contacted and required to submit copies of non-returnable application CV in hard copy in Person.
