VACANCY NOTICE

Open to Internal and External Candidates

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, 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.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief Migration Health Officer (CMHO) and direct supervision of the Senior Nurse, the successful candidate will be responsible for the carrying-out the following duties and responsibilities in relation to the Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) in Kigali, Rwanda.

 Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1.    Provide  general assistance with the daily nursing activities in the Migration Health Assessment Clinic (MHAC) to fulfil the technical requirements of the resettlement countries in the areas of:

a)    Medical examinations.

i.    Such as checking vital signs, weight, height, visual acuity; and,

ii.    Blood, urine, or sputum collection as required.

b)    Support  in TB management; Directly Observed Treatment Short Course (DOTS);

c)    Support Infection prevention and control mechanisms.

d)    Support pre-departure procedures and medical movements.

e)    Support documentation, certification and information transmission.

f)    Transport of samples to the laboratory in a proper and safe manner.

g)    Liaise with the laboratory, receive results and reports in a timely manner; and,

h)    Other  technical areas as may be required.

2.    Provide support and general information to the migrants and/or refugees in relation to:

a)    The migration  health assessment, specially focusing on Chest Xray, Immunization, and sputum testing for those requiring it; and,

b)    Treatments and referrals.

3.    Support Nurses with proper identification and follow up by:

a)    Comprehensive history taking.

b)    Accurate and thorough Biodata collection.

c)    Ensuring ID verification for each step of the health assessment process; and,

d)    Keepinga register of applicants who undergo health investigations and testing.

4.    Follow  the Health Assessment Programmes’ check lists and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and maintain standard universal precautions within MHAC.

5.    AssistNurses in medical emergency management as well as with chronic case management and related procedures.  Arrange for specialist consultations and ensure receipt of specialist reports as assigned.

6.    Support proper and accurate record keeping of applicants throughout the migration health assessment process, including uploading medical reports on the required databases.

7.    Perform national medical escort duties when required to ensure migrants receive continued care throughout all phases of migration (before departure, during the journey, and at the final destination).

8.    Assisthe team with checking medical invoices.

9.    Prepare list of medical drugs and supplies for ordering as requested by the Migration Health Physician or Migration Health Nurse, assist in inventory taking, confirm and receive ordered drugs and supplies; all in close coordination with the administrative and finance teams.

10.    Performother duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

  Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from accredited institution with two years relevant work experience required, or
• High school diploma/certificate in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Training or working experience in the areas of Tuberculosis management, mass immunizations, communicable diseases, laboratory testing, or public health is an advantage.
• Mature individual, able to work independently, effectively, and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds at all levels.
• Capable of working under stressful and difficult conditions.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain accuracy and confidentiality in performing responsibilities.
• Training and experience in TB, STDs, Vaccination, other communicable diseases, and migration health is considered an asset.
• Previous work experience with an international organization and NGOs dealing with refugees would be strong advantage.
• Proficiency in computer skills, especially in MS Office (Excel, Word, Access) and experience in working with databases and online applications.

 Languages

Fluency English and Kinyarwanda is required, French and Swahili is an added advantage.

Required Competencies

Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency: maintains 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

• Accountability – Meets deadline, cost, and quality requirements for outputs
• Client Orientation – Identifies and monitors changes in the needs of clients, including donors, governments, and project beneficiaries;
• Continuous Learning – Keeps abreast of developments in own professional area
• Communication – Clearly communicates, and listens to feedback on, changing priorities and procedures;
• Creativity and Initiative – Proactively develops new ways to resolve problems
• Leadership and Negotiation – Presents goals as shared interests;
• Planning and Organizing – Sets clear and achievable goals consistent with agreed priorities for self and others;
• Professionalism – Masters subject matter related to responsibilities;
• Teamwork – Actively contributes to an effective, collegial, and agreeable team environment;

Other

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice 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.

Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighbouring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighbouring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications to [email protected] by 21 February 202021 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

The subject of your e-mail MUST indicate the reference code, the Position title as well as candidate’s names

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM will only accept applications which should include a completed Personnel History Form (please download and fill it) and an application letter (not more than one page)

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting period:

From 08.02.2021 to 21.02.2021