Established in 1951, IOM is an organization related to the United Nations system and the principal United Nations agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, helps find solutions to population displacement and facilitates regular migration routes, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to promoting a respectful, inclusive and supportive work environment, in which all staff can flourish professionally and feel valued. By fostering such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the potential of migration and strengthen its support for people on the move.

IOM encourages applications from diverse backgrounds and provides, where necessary, reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To learn more about IOM’s work culture, please see: IOM Workplace Culture.

Internal and external applications are welcome. For all IOM vacancy notices, applications from qualified and eligible first-level candidates are reviewed prior to those from qualified and eligible second-level candidates as part of the selection process. For the purposes of this vacancy notice, internal candidates and those assimilated to internal candidates, as well as external candidates, are considered first-level candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the general supervision of the IOM Head of Mission in the Central African Republic and the direct supervision of the Migration Health Officer (Migration Health Officer) based in Bangui, the/the incumbent is responsible for providing medical support under the Voluntary Return and Reintegration Assistance (VRRA) program for migrants with known health problems returning to their country of origin, in full compliance with applicable IOM and Migration Health Division (MHD) procedures.

1.Review the applicant’s medical history, including available medical records and current prescriptions and treatments.
2.Liaise with the attending physician or health establishment in order to obtain, if necessary, additional information on the applicant’s state of health.
3.If necessary, carry out a clinical examination to assess the migrant’s ability to make an independent decision, their ability to travel, identify needs after arrival and prepare a medical report.
4.Recommend or refer the applicant for further examinations or stabilization treatment when their fitness for travel or ability to make decisions cannot be confirmed.
5.Assess the feasibility of return from a medical perspective, in close coordination with relevant focal points as well as IOM medical colleagues (if applicable) or AVRRs in the country of return, where relevant.
6.In coordination with AVRR advisors from countries of departure and return, develop a plan to ensure continuity of care for the beneficiary after arrival.
7.Determine the medical arrangements necessary for the trip (for example: medical escort provided by a doctor or nurse, non-medical attendant or family member, wheelchair, additional seats, stretcher, oxygen, diapers, catheters or other required equipment).
8.Coordinate with IOM operations teams the medical requirements related to the applicant’s travel itinerary; review and approve, if necessary, the proposed itinerary in coordination with relevant focal points.
9.If applicable, complete the medical forms required by the airlines (MEDA, MEDIF).
10.Where applicable, participate in the recruitment and training of medical escorts.
11.Liaise with medical escorts; review with them the beneficiary’s medical care plan during the trip; receive and review reports from medical escorts. Ensure that medical escorts are familiar with IOM Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for medical escort services and have contact information for IOM operations teams and medical staff in case of questions or difficulties during the trip.
12.Review reports from medical escorts as well as any incidents that occurred during travel or after arrival and, if necessary, implement appropriate corrective measures.
13.Coordinate the preparation of medical escort kits.
14.Collect and maintain relevant statistics; monitor the files of each assisted beneficiary and carry out analyzes for quality control purposes.
15.Perform any other task that may be assigned to him.

Qualifications and Experience Required

TRAINING

• University degree in medicine awarded by an accredited academic institution with two (2) years of relevant professional experience
• A valid license to practice medicine in the country is required.

  Accredited universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

EXPERIENCE

• Experience in emergency medicine, as well as proven experience in internal medicine or one of its subspecialties within a multidisciplinary hospital.
• Experience in conducting medical evaluations, writing medical reports and coordinating patient care.
• Experience in migration health, humanitarian health programs or return and reintegration assistance is strongly desired, ideally in a context involving travel fitness assessment and continuity planning care.
• Experience working with international organizations, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) or government health services is an asset.
• Good knowledge of clinical medicine.
• Knowledge of patient safety principles and infection prevention and control.

SKILLS

• Knowledge of in-flight physiology; specialized training in aeronautical medicine is an important asset.
• Knowledge of medical protocols, patient rights and ethical principles applicable to the delivery of health care.
• High sense of commitment, efficiency, good organizational skills and strong results orientation.
• Excellent ability to collaborate with physicians, healthcare facilities, AVRR teams and operations teams in different locations
• Demonstrated availability and ability to adapt to work flexible hours based on operational needs.

Languages

All IOM staff members, regardless of category, must have a perfect command of one of the official languages of the Organization (English, French or Spanish).

For this position, oral and written command of French is required.

Working knowledge of English, local languages and Arabic is an asset.

The required language(s) proficiency will be specifically assessed as part of the selection process, which may include written and/or oral tests

Skills required

The IOM Competency Framework is available at  Competency_Framework-EN.pdf

Values – All IOM staff must respect and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion..
• Integrity and transparency: Maintain high ethical standards and act in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrate the ability to work in a calm, competent and committed manner and demonstrate discernment in daily challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on important issues.
• Empathy: Shows compassion towards others, makes people feel safe, respected and treated fairly

Basic skills– Behavioral indicators – Level 2

• Teamwork: Develop and promote effective collaboration within and between units to achieve common goals and optimize results.
• Obtaining results: Produce and deliver quality results in a timely and service-oriented manner. Is action-oriented and committed to achieving agreed results.
• Knowledge management and sharing: Continually seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate
• Responsibility: Take ownership of the achievement of the Organization’s priorities and take responsibility for its own actions as well as the work delegated to it
• Communication : Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex issues in a manner

Managerial skills – Level 2 behavioral indicators

• Leadership: Provide a clear sense of direction, lead by example and demonstrate ability to achieve the Organization’s vision. Helps others realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
• Empowerment of others: Create a supportive environment where staff can perform at their best and develop their potential.
• Building trust: Promotes shared values and creates a climate of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision : Work strategically to achieve objectives of the Organization and communicate clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Lead with humility and be open to recognizing your own shortcomings.

Notes

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Any job offer made to the successful candidate under this vacancy notice is subject to confirmation of funding.

This selection process may be used to fill similar positions in different duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible for appointment to a similar position for a period of 24 months.

Appointment will be subject to certification of the applicant’s medical fitness, required accreditation, compliance with residency or visa requirements, and obtaining necessary security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy towards any behavior inconsistent with the purposes and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority as well as any form of discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, ethnic or religious origin, or disability.

IOM does not collect any fees at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, file processing, training or any other fees). IOM does not request any information relating to applicants’ bank accounts.

IOM only accepts applications duly completed and submitted through the l’ online recruitment system IOM e-Recruitment (for internal candidates, please see the corresponding link https://fa-evlj-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/fscmUI/redwood/internalmobility ).

This online tool also allows candidates to track the progress of their application.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the progress of their application.

No applications received after the deadline will be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information and to view other vacancy notices, we invite you to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies