IOM : National Public Health Officer – Amman
JOB DETAIL
1.Coordinate the implementation of Public Health medical programs for Health Promotion & Assistance for migrants & other relevant projects.
2.Assist the Chief Migration Health Officer in managing medical supervision for Public Health activities & health promotion, facilitating continuous assessment of health needs of the migrant population, and providing guidance to IOM health staff to meet those needs; maintain an on-going monitoring system to verify the adequacy of such service provisions, including emergency response preparedness.
3.Contribute to the development of health and migration projects/programs for the mission, in coordination with other IOM departments, addressing the issues of public health aspects related to migrants and host communities they live in.
4.Provide resource mobilization efforts by providing necessary technical & medical inputs into funding proposals with support project work plan development to ensure compliance of their implementation fidelity & timelines.
5.Build relevant internal capacities for Medical staff and consultants involved in the implementation of the project activities, ensuring responsibility is appropriately delegated and helping to through daily basis technical guidance and provision of trainings.
6.Ensure preparedness of IOM medical unit for H3 emergency & for early detection & prevention of medical crisis affected migrant Populations & supervise medical coverage of their needs.
7.Conduct tailored research regarding migrants’ health needs in order to identify new areas for relevant interventions that can improve health and social conditions for migrants at reception/detention facilities and local communities in migrant dense areas.
8.Develop and implement reporting and monitoring mechanisms of generation of regular migrant health bulletins, monthly progress data sheets on key project activities and statistical reports, ensuring timely submission to the CMHO.
9.Manage medical data with IOM data processing staff to analyze & monitor health databases and maintain medical records to assure appropriate flow of needed health data with confidentiality of health information, contribute to fraud prevention.
10.Coordinate and conduct health promotion activities for migrants’ and host communities based on the most common health elements affecting the migrants and address public health measures needed to maintain a healthy environment, in the form of outreach clinics and health events.
11.Identify capacity building needs to establish a stable referral mechanism for migrants in need of health care services at reception facilities and other migrant dense areas through the direct involvement of the MoH and other relevant partners.
12.Liaise and coordinate medical technical trainings for governmental and nongovernmental partners & other relevant agencies and build strong working relationships with key stakeholders.
13.Assist in monitoring and evaluating the activities conducted by relevant health partners including MOH, other UN agencies, local NGOs & CBOs with coordination with local/national health authorities, physicians & laboratories as needed.
14.Regularly review services from a gender perspective and make recommendations to improve gender mainstreaming and gender sensitive services for all.
15.Undertake any other related duties as assigned by the supervisors.
- Master’s degree in public health or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or
- University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.
- University degree in Medicine would be considered as an added advantage.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
• At least two years of professional experience in the domain of global public health and migration health related issues, including in the context of humanitarian situations with a Master’s degree, or four years with a Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience in development and management of a large and complex health programme.
• Sound knowledge of Humanitarian Medical assistance is an advantage.
• Sound knowledge of healthcare, financial and administrative management is an advantage.
• Experience in IOM administrative and financial management, budget monitoring, cash management and internal control procedures.
• Experience in the usage of office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and knowledge of spreadsheet and data analysis.
• Proven skills in coordinating multidisciplinary teams and establishing and maintaining working relations with senior government officials, UN agencies, NGOs and Donors, including familiarity with the humanitarian cluster system.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, approach, and coordinate with stakeholders of diverse backgrounds and levels of expertise.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and direct staff and create team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work in difficult areas/situations; and drive for results; and,
• Strong level of analytical skills and computer literacy.
- Fluency in English and Arabic both Oral and written
- Working knowledge French
- Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
- 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.
- Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
- Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
- 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 actions and delegated work.
- Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
- 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.
- Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
- This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
- National Professional Officers should be nationals of the country of their employment. NPOs perform work at the professional level and the same standards of recruitment qualifications and performance, required for International Professional staff.
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable. Vaccination against COVID-19 will be required for IOM personnel who are hired or otherwise engaged by IOM. As part of the mandatory medical entry on duty clearance, candidates will be requested to provide evidence of full vaccination.
- IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
- IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: No requirements
