IOM Migration Health Officer Jobs 2023 – Ethiopia NGO Jobs.
IOM Ethiopia looking for “Migration Health Officer”.
Applicants with a degree in University degree may apply on or before 7th Sept 2023.
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. With 174 member states, a further 8 states holding observer status and offices in over 100 countries, 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.
IOM Migration Health Officer Jobs 2023
The IOM has published a job vacancy announcement on 26th Aug 2023 for qualified Ethiopians to fill in the vacant post of Migration Health Officer to be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
| Recruiter | International Organization for Migration (IOM) |
| Position | Migration Health Officer |
| Location | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia |
| Country | Ethiopia |
| Total Vacant Post | N/A |
| Qualification | University degree |
| Experience Required | Minimum Seven years |
| Application Deadline | 7th Sept 2023 |
IOM Job Vacancy 2023
Responsibilities:
- Conduct health assessment for refugees and migrants, including review of medical history, physical examination, evaluation of Chest X-ray (CXR) and review of the lab results in accordance with the technical guidelines of the resettlement countries.
- Maintain the infrastructure and equipment of MHAC premises so that they meet the professional standards of quality and safety and are sufficient and adequate for provision of the services.
- Coordinate, with the Chief Migration Health Officer , human resources and MHAC organizational structure needs to ensure sufficient and adequate planned levels of health assessments and that staff have necessary qualifications and skills. Contribute to the network of external human resources, such as consultants and medical escorts, to support health assessment process and travel assistance.
- Ensure that the Chief Migration Health Officer is informed about the MHAC’s health activities and that the IOM medical facilities have obtained approval to provide health assessments and related services.
- Contribute to and maintain efficient, client-centered procedures while ensuring a high level of integrity at all stages of the MHAC’s process, including client information and appointment system, payment, registration, pre- and post-test counselling, examination, testing, treatment and referrals, submission of health assessment results, pre-departure and other procedures. Establish within MHAC a system enabling clients to provide feedback.
- 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 Addis Ababa MHAC specific SOPs for each service area. Ensure proper reporting and management of incidents according to the Guidance Note for Incident Management.
- Collaborate with the CMHO to incorporate additional public health interventions in the HAP context.
- Interventions may include surveillance for communicable diseases, outbreak preparedness and response, health education and health promotion, public health services for host communities, liaison with public health institutions and other activities.
Position in Organization:
- Position Title : Migration Health Officer (Health Assessment Programmes)
- Duty Station : Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P3
- Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
- Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
- Closing Date : 07 September 2023
Qualification:
- University degree in Medicine from an accredited academic institution.
Experience:
- Minimum Seven Years Working Experience.
- Experience with team management/ supervision is required, preferably within the context of
immigration/resettlement medical examinations; - Knowledge and experience with the health segment of Unites States Refugees Admission
- Programme (USRAP) as well as experience in the provision of immigration medical
examinations for Australia, Canada, UK and New Zealand; - Experience in managing health assessment programmes of a significant size, management of
resources and personnel within migration health or public health projects; - Experience in TB, migration health or other communicable disease control programmes among
refugees and migrants in an international organization, UN agency or hospital; - Experience with occupational health issues related to crisis and in developing countries;
- International experience in global public health issues, emergencies and policies; and,
- Experience in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities as well as national and
international institutions.
How to Apply IOM Migration Health Officer Jobs 2023
Note: Before you apply, please download (link is given below) the full advertisement and read it carefully.
The Closing Date: 7th Sept 2023.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
| Particulars | Details Link |
| Job Advertisement | Download |
| Official Website | www.iom.int |
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