Context
Doctors of the World Italy is the Italian section of the international network of Médecins du Monde (MdM). The association was established in December 2020 and formally joined the MdM network in October 2021. MdM Italia pursues social solidarity goals and acts to guarantee the right and access to health in Italy and around the world. The lines of intervention pursued by the association to date are access to health for migrant people arriving and in transit in Italy and vulnerable groups living in situations of housing and environmental precariousness, with a specific focus on sexual and reproductive health and rights .
In Calabria, Doctors of the World is present in Reggio Calabria and surrounding areas during and after disembarkation, to rescue, visit and support migrants arriving or temporarily hosted in reception centres. We support migrants in accessing medical care, fight for health systems to be more flexible and inclusive, and train health workers on how to interact effectively with migrant communities.
In Arghillà, on the outskirts of Reggio Calabria, Medici del Mondo intends to guarantee access to health to people living in conditions of vulnerability and socio-economic exclusion. The project also aims to strengthen the support and care capacity of the institutions and health associations present in the area. The Medici del Mondo staff present in Arghillà offers psychosocial support activities for the younger segment of the population, guarantees medical visits, health education activities and screening.
Doctor
Sector: Access to healthcare for migrants and refugees
City (Country): Reggio Calabria, Piana di Gioia Tauro
Deadline for sending applications: 31/10/2023
Expected start : 01/01/2024
Contract duration: 12 months
Working method: In presence
Type of Contract : COCOCO/Professional Collaboration (PIVA)
R.A.L: 30.000-32.000 Euro
Benefit : For non-residents, accommodation is provided by MdM It.
JOB DESCRIPTION
General responsibilities
- Provide basic healthcare and adequate access to care for migrant people landed in Reggio Calabria and surrounding areas.
- Providing information on how to access the NHS and on the right to health is provided to anyone who needs it together with on-site cultural mediation.
- Identify people who need urgent or elective specialist care and facilitate reaching the service by following the standard project procedures.
- Manage referral and on-call activities according to conditions defined and distributed with the other member of the medical team.
- Ensure accurate data collection during the course of medical activities and analysis on a monthly basis.
- Monitor the consumption of drugs used during the activities themselves in order to plan needs in advance.
- Collaborate with on-site organizations that deal with socio-legal (or other) management through the execution of referrals and reporting.
- Define red flags/lines together with the line manager and, in case of occurrence, share them as soon as possible.
- Participate, with the rest of the team, in weekly update meetings on activities.
Requirements required
- Degree in medicine and surgery
- Registration with the Medical Association
- Foreign languages: good knowledge of English and French
- Adherence to the principles of humanitarian action
- Spirit of initiative and flexibility
- Ability to work independently and in a team
- Proven experience in developing and conducting training for front line operators
- Planning and context analysis skills
- Ability to work in a multicultural context
Other desired requirements
- Specialization course in Tropical Medicine and International Health
- Previous work experience with MdM or other non-profit organizations in the socio-health/mental health field of migrants
- Previous work experience on the topic of forced migration and access to care
- Good knowledge of the NHS and the Ligurian and Calabrian regional context
Nurse
Sector: Access to healthcare for migrants, refugees and people in vulnerable conditions
City (Country): Reggio Calabria, Piana di Gioia Tauro
Deadline for sending applications: 31/10/2023
Expected start : 01/01/2024
Contract duration: 12 months
Working method: In presence
Type of Contract : COCOCO/Professional Collaboration (PIVA)
R.A.L: 22.800
Benefit : For non-residents, accommodation is provided by MdM It.
JOB DESCRIPTION
General responsibilities
- Provide assistance and adequate access to care, during the moment of disembarkation or for activities scheduled on a monthly basis in Reggio Calabria and surrounding areas.
- Provide health education and manage thematic awareness events to be held at the suburban operation.
- Take part in prevention and screening initiatives organized by MdM.
- Providing information on how to access the SSN and on the right to health is provided to anyone who needs it.
- In collaboration with the doctor, identify people who need urgent or elective specialist care and facilitate reaching the service by following the standard project procedures.
- Provide follow up for each medical referral case.
- Ensure accurate data collection during the course of medical activities and analysis on a monthly basis.
- Monitor the consumption of drugs used during the activities themselves in order to plan needs in advance.
- Collaborate with on-site organizations that deal with socio-legal (or other) management through the execution of referrals and reporting.
- Participate, with the rest of the team, in weekly update meetings on activities.
Requirements required
- Degree in Nursing
- Registration in the Register of Nurses
- Foreign languages: good knowledge of English and/or French
- Adherence to the principles of humanitarian action
- Spirit of initiative and flexibility
- Ability to work independently and in a team
- Proven experience in developing and conducting training for front line operators
- Planning and context analysis skills
- Ability to work in a multicultural context
Other desired requirements
- Specialization course in Tropical Medicine and International Health
- Previous work experience with MdM or other non-profit organizations in the socio-health/mental health field of migrants
- Previous work experience on the topic of forced migration and access to care
- Previous experience in contexts of urban fragility
- Good knowledge of the NHS and the Calabrian regional context
How to apply
Sending Application
Please send your application by October 31, 2023, to the email address: [email protected], with the following subject: “Name_Surname_Doctor” or “Name_Surname_Nurse”, and include:
-Updated CV, maximum 3 pages;
– Cover letter (in English), maximum 1 page;
-Indication of at least 3 references;
MdM Italia applies zero tolerance towards any violence, abuse or exploitation against minors, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share the commitment to respect and promote PSEA and protection policies and MDM child protection.
Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.
PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
