Migration Health Physician

Call for Application.

Open for External & Internal Candidates

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Ensure the efficient daily operations of the Migration Health Assessment Center (MHAC), in close coordination with the Chief Migration Health Officer (CMHO).
2. Conduct the Amman MHAC’s migration health assessment process to fulfil the technical requirements of the resettlement countries in the areas of:

• Medical examinations.

• Imaging.

• Laboratory testing.

• Vaccinations.

• TB management.

• Treatment and referrals.

• Pre-departure procedures and medical movements.

• Documentation, certification, and information transmission; and,

• Other technical areas as may be required

1. Ensure proper identification of refugees and migrants during the health assessment and record all relevant health information in standard forms, ensuring completeness and accuracy of the recorded information.
2. Perform treatment for TB and sexually transmitted infections and provide support to HIV and counselling activities. Oversee and coordinate the management of TB cases to ensure effective TB treatment.
3. Oversee and coordinate accurate and effective provision of immunization and presumptive treatment programmes in full compliance with the technical guidelines and protocols of the resettlement countries. Assist CMHO in monitoring, supervising and educating all staff in the delivery of these programmes.
4. Contribute to and maintain a system of quality improvement for each service area within the MHAC. Undertake quality control activities on a regular basis, including practice observation, desk audits and use of self-assessment tools. Use data analysis and web reporting system to monitor performance indicators. Ensure implementation of the global IOM Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); create and implement Amman MHAC specific SOPs for each service area. Ensure proper reporting and management of incidents according to the Guidance Note for Incident Management.
5. Organize systematic collection, processing and analyses of migration health data according to guidelines established by the CMHO. Ensure data quality. Provide periodic, as well as ad-hoc reporting to the CMHO for Migration Health activities.
6. Ensure that all data related to heath assessment programmes is appropriately entered to Migrant Management Operational System Application (MiMOSA) and other related databases.
7. Oversee the financial aspects of the MHAC in close coordination with the mission's finance staff: supervise budget preparation, suggest adjustments and cost-effective solutions, and review financial reports.
8. Provide oversight and coordinate the procurement of medical equipment, vaccines, medications and other medical supplies in coordination with the CMHO and the Resource Management Unit.
9. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Minimum Qualification and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited academic institution with Two years of clinical working experience OR Masters Certificate with minimal years of working experience.
• Valid license to practice within country is mandatory.
• Valid certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS);

Experience

• Training or working experience in the areas of health assessment, mass immunizations, communicable diseases, laboratory testing or public health is an advantage.
• Previous work experience with an international organization and NGOs or working with refugees or migrants would be an advantage.

Skills

• Good technical skills, including in phlebotomy.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and SharePoint.
• Willing to accept flexible work schedule.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain accuracy and confidentiality in performing responsibilities.
• Effectively applies knowledge of migration health issues within the organizational context.
• Correctly frames migration health issues within their regional, global and political context.
• Computer literacy and good knowledge of the MS Office application.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Possesses liaison and negotiation skills.
• Strong organizational capability.
• Proven written and analytical skills.
• Effective resource management skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Proven ability to produce quality work to set deadlines.

Language requirements:

• External applicants for all positions in the Professional category are required to be proficient in English and have at least a working knowledge of one additional UN Language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish)

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

Values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity – respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency – maintain high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism – demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies:

• Teamwork – develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results – produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge – continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability – takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
• Communication – encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies

• Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example, and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

Other

• Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this Call for Application is subject to funding confirmation.
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable. In addition to a clearance from the local government “Court Clearance”.

How to apply:

• Interested external candidates are invited to submit their applications plus a cover letter via Akhtaboot website, by 15 March 2023 at the latest, referring to this advertisement and CFA’s # CFA/JO/001/2023- Akhtaboot CFA’s # 155729 Interested Internal candidates need to submit their application plus a motivation letter to [email protected] by 15 March 2023, their updated IOM Personal History (PH) Form or E-recruit Internal Candidate profile generated from PRISM Portal indicating the vacancy number and position title as mentioned in the vacancy notice he/she applied for in the email Subject line. Any application without this information in the subject line will be excluded from the applications.
• Kindly use your IOM email account for us to easily identify that you are internal candidate (first tier candidate) referring to this advertisement and CFA Number.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting period: From 1 March 2023 – 15 March 2023

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