Benin: the CHIC is launching a recruitment for six positions
The International Hospital Centre of Calavi (CHIC) has launched a new call for applications to strengthen its teams. Six positions are to be filled in various fields, ranging from health to logistics, including accounting and management of international operations.

The International Hospital Centre of Calavi (CHIC) has announced the opening of recruitment for six positions within its services. This recruitment campaign is aimed at Beninese professionals with the required qualifications and proven experience in their respective fields.
The positions to be filled are as follows: mission officer biomedical engineer, internal logistics transporter, international operations manager, supply officer, general accounting supervisor, and director of nursing.
According to the recruitment notice, candidates must justify their professional experience relevant to the targeted functions and demonstrate a good ability to adapt to a demanding work environment.
Interested individuals are invited to review the specific application conditions as well as the submission procedures for each proposed position.
Below are the details related to each position to be filled
1- Mission Officer Biomedical Engineer
Closing date: June 26, 2026
REQUIRED SKILLS
TRAINING OR REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
-Degree in biomedical engineering (Bac+5);
-Experience in a hospital center in a similar position (minimum 5 years)
TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE
-Biomedical equipment and medical devices;
-Public procurement and contract management;
-Financial analysis (total cost of ownership):
-Biomedical maintenance and computerized maintenance management;
-Biomedical standards and regulations:
-Professional English (minimum B2 level)
KEY COMPETENCIES
-Negotiation and supplier management
-Analysis of offers and drafting specifications
-Budget monitoring and cost optimization
-Project management
-Proficiency in computer tools (MS Office, CMMS)
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES
-Organizational skills and rigor
-Analytical and synthesis abilities
-Negotiation skills
-Leadership and management skills
-Team spirit and multidisciplinary coordination
-Ability to manage complex situations
-Reporting and communication skills
-Coaching and training
PARTICULARITIES OF THE POSITION
CONTRACT DURATION: 12-month fixed-term contract
Position open to expatriation
WORKING HOURS
8 am – 5 pm with technical on-call duties
SALARY
Collective agreement of CHIC according to seniority
ANNUAL LEAVE
In accordance with current regulations, two working days per month, totaling twenty-four working days per year
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
The documents to be submitted are as follows:
-A detailed, updated, and duly signed CV;
-A cover letter;
-Copies of the diplomas required for the chosen position;
Submission of applications is done in two stages.
The first stage consists of filling out the online form by clicking here.
The second stage consists of sending the application file to the address: recrutementDRH@chichopital.bj
2- Internal Logistics Transporter
Closing date: June 26, 2026
REQUIRED SKILLS
-Training and/or qualification
-Valid driving license B and B1
-High school diploma with a minimum of 3 years of experience in the logistics transport field
-Physical ability for handling and driving utility vehicles
-Degree in logistics or equivalent experience.
-Experience in a hospital environment (a plus).
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
Knowledge of hospital internal transport protocols.
Mastery of hygiene and safety standards.
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES
Demonstrate punctuality
Ensure good relationship management
Organizational skills and sense of efficiency.
Ability to work in a team and independently.
PARTICULARITIES OF THE POSITION
WORKING HOURS
Fixed hours, with possible on-call duties in case of emergencies.
SALARY
Defined by the personnel management policy of CHIC.
ANNUAL LEAVE
In accordance with current regulations.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
DOCUMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED
-A detailed, updated, and duly signed CV;
-A cover letter;
-Copies of the diplomas required for the chosen position
Submission of applications is done in two stages.
The first stage consists of filling out the online form by clicking here.
The second stage consists of sending the application file to the address: recrutementDRH@chichopital.bj
3- International Operations Manager
Closing date: June 26, 2026
REQUIRED SKILLS
TRAINING OR REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Possession of a Bac +3 degree in Finance, Accounting, or any other recognized equivalent diploma.
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
-Proven professional experience of two (02) years in managing current operations, management operations on dematerialized platforms in both private and public sectors, in banking, etc.
-Good knowledge of Beninese financial legislation (financial constitution, Beninese organic law, decrees and regulations of a financial nature, etc.)
-Good knowledge of hospital management software and office tools (Excel, Word, etc.)
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES
-Leadership and ability to manage a multidisciplinary team;
-Sense of organization and professional discretion:
-Ability to manage priorities under pressure;
-Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally.
PARTICULARITIES OF THE POSITION
WORKING HOURS: 8 am – 5 pm
SALARY: Defined by the personnel management policy of CHIC
ANNUAL LEAVE
In accordance with current regulations: two working days per month, totaling twenty-four working days per year
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
The documents to be submitted are as follows:
-A detailed, updated, and duly signed CV;
-A cover letter;
-Copies of the diplomas required for the chosen position;
Submission of applications is done in two stages.
The first stage consists of filling out the online form by clicking here.
The second stage consists of sending the application file to the address: recrutementDRH@chichopital.bj
4- Supply Officer
Closing date: June 26, 2026
REQUIRED SKILLS
-Knowledge of budgetary, accounting, and public procurement rules Level Bac+3 with a minimum of two (02) years of experience in the field.
-Required professional qualities:
-Methodical, rigorous, and organized:
-Quick execution and management of urgency;
-Autonomy; Logic and synthesis skills:
-Availability, adaptability, and versatility;
-Team spirit and initiative;
-Communication qualities and sense of human relations:
-Discretion, diplomacy:
-Training and/or required qualifications;
-Training in the area of accounting management is appreciated.
PARTICULARITIES OF THE POSITION
WORKING HOURS: 8 am – 5 pm
SALARY: Defined by the personnel management policy of CHIC
ANNUAL LEAVE
In accordance with current regulations: two working days per month, totaling twenty-four working days per year
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
The documents to be submitted are as follows:
-A detailed, updated, and duly signed CV;
-A cover letter;
-Copies of the diplomas required for the chosen position;
Submission of applications is done in two stages.
The first stage consists of filling out the online form by clicking here.
The second stage consists of sending the application file to the address: recrutementDRH@chichopital.bj
5- General Accounting Supervisor
Closing date: June 26, 2026
REQUIRED SKILLS
-Possess a university degree of level Bac+3 in accounting management, Finance-Accounting, or any other related diploma.
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
-Justify three (03) years of professional experience in accounting;
-Justify two (02) years of professional experience in an accounting firm would be an advantage:
-Justify a good knowledge of accounting practices in national or international hospital establishments would be an advantage;
-In-depth knowledge of current accounting standards and IFRS accounting standards;
-Justify a good knowledge of hospital management software and office tools (Excel, Word, etc.).
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES
-Leadership and ability to manage a multidisciplinary team;
-Organizational skills and professional discretion;
-Ability to manage priorities under pressure:
-Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally;
-Flexibility to adapt to the particularities of the local context.
PARTICULARITIES OF THE POSITION
WORKING HOURS: 8 am – 5 pm
SALARY
Defined by the personnel management policy of CHIC
ANNUAL LEAVE: In accordance with current regulations: two working days per month, totaling twenty-four working days
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
The documents to be submitted are as follows:
-A detailed, updated, and duly signed CV:
-A cover letter;
-Copies of the diplomas required for the chosen position.
Submission of applications is done in two stages.
The first stage consists of filling out the online form by clicking here.
The second stage consists of sending the application file to the address: recrutementDRH@chichopital.bj
6- Head Nurse
Closing date: July 31, 2026
REQUIRED SKILLS
-Training as a head nurse or equivalent,
-Professional experience as a head nurse, or equivalent or hospital management required,
-Training in quality management and hygiene.
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
-Paramedical management,
-Management of paramedical research,
-Expertise in project management and crisis health management,
-Expertise in human resources management methods,
-Knowledge of hospital operations,
-Experience in international cooperation or missions in Africa appreciated;
-Proficiency in basic office tools.
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES
-Managerial qualities and team motivation,
-Leadership
-Organizational, coordination, and project management qualities,
-Change management
-Planning and priority setting skills,
-Facilitation of meetings,
-Setting objectives and evaluating results,
-Pedagogical qualities,
-Rigor and methodology,
-Analytical and synthesis skills,
-Interpersonal and communication skills and public speaking,
-Teamwork and listening abilities,
-Negotiation skills,
-Loyalty, respect for confidentiality, and neutrality
PARTICULARITIES OF THE POSITION
The management role undertaken by this management team, which includes the head nurse, will be scheduled over a period of one or two years, which may be renewable. It may involve an allocation, secondment, or recruitment according to the expatriate contracts in force at CHIC.
Submission of applications is done in two stages.
The first stage consists of filling out the online form by clicking here.
The second stage consists of sending a CV and a cover letter to the following addresses:
gilles.brucker@aphp-international.fr
olivier.perrot@aphp-international.fr
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