Country: South Sudan
Closing date: 01 Oct 2014
I. Position Information
Position Title: Migration Health Officer
Duty Station: Juba
Direct Supervision: Migration Health Coordinator
Duration: 3 months with possibility of extension
II. Organizational Structure of IOM Migration Health Division:
Under the overall supervision of the IOM South Sudan Chief of Mission (COM) and direct supervision of the Migration Health Coordinator, the incumbent will be responsible and accountable for providing technical guidance for all health related projects and resources, including.
The incumbent is expected to carry out his/ her duties in accordance with strictest ethical standards and with due respect for gender and socio-cultural sensitivities.
- Provide technical guidance in the design and development of migration health projects and activities and support through the technical management of health programmess implemented through various programmes in South Sudan; this includes extensive travel to the field to conduct monitoring of all health initiatives.
- Provide specific technical guidance to support the development of emergency health responses within the framework of the IOM Migration Crisis Operational Framework (MCOF);
- Manage the organization and deployment of resources, including medicines and medical equipment, and human resources for health, specifically for emergency activities;
- Assist in the development of monitoring tools to analyse disease trends within project areas and assess the achievements of health projects against specific indicators, specifically aimed at increasing effectiveness and recommending specific actions for improvement; ensure staff understanding of Ministry of Health reporting tools such as the Integrated Disease Surveillance Response.
- Support the design and implementation of monitoring systems through technical guidance for quality control of all health programming, specifically aimed at ensuring proper means of infection control, surveillance though proper sample taking, and medical waste management.
- Faciliate a training programme and schedule for human resources for health, including implementation of trainings based on South Sudan Ministry of Health protocols; keep up to date on new emerging protocols and partner with other health agencies for professional/career development opportunities for staff.
- Liaise with local health authorities and partners on migration health related activities, assisting in the development of new health project ideas.
- Participate on behalf of IOM at health and other coordination meetings, liaise with national and international health and development assistance authorities, agencies or organizations regarding strategic planning on health related matters; key counterparts will include Ministry of Health, WHO, UNAIDS, UNFPA, UNICEF, Health Cluster partner agencies among others, national universities and other stakeholders;
- Assist in the supervision of health consultants (including secondments);
- Provide technical updates of IOM South Sudan health activities and documentation/ dissemination of best practice materials to the Migration Health Coordinator;
- Support regular reporting on project achievements, problems encountered, pertinent developments, and strategic needs for IOM South Sudan programs, as well as for donors and partner agencies; and
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned
III. Competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following technical and behavioural competencies:
Behavioural
a)takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism; b) works effectively with all clients and stakeholders; c) promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly; d) takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management; e) plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility; f) displays mastery of subject matter; g) contributes to a collegial team environment; h) creates a respectful office environment free of harassment and retaliation, and promotes the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA); i) incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation; j) displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; k) works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.
Technical
Ability to prepare clear and concise reports; demonstrated management skills, including budget planning and monitoring, leadership and supervision of staff; capacity to work independently, strong strategic and creative thinking, a commitment, drive for results and effective resource management skills are all required; ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied culture and professional background is also necessary; delivers on set objectives in hardship situations; effectively coordinates actions with other implementing partners; works effectively with authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance global objectives.
Emergency Crisis
a) works effectively in high-pressure, rapidly changing environments; b) coordinates actions with emergency response actors and making use of coordination structures;
c) supports adequate levels of information sharing between internal units, cluster partners, IOM and other emergency response actors; d) establishes and maintains effective relationships with implementing partners; e) Makes correct decisions rapidly based on available information.
IV. Education and Experience
University Degree in Medicine or Nursing with advanced degree or extensive experience in Community and/ or Public Health. A minimum of 4 years of operational and field experience in migration, refugee and displaced persons health-related issues and in programme development, including experience in evaluating health programs and protocols.
A minimum of 3 years’ experience in migration health, including conceptualization, analysis and implementation of programme; international public health; fund raising. Knowledge of structures and functions of national and international health agencies, donors and organizations. Familiarity with the health sector in the African region and South Sudan in particular an advantage.
Completed university Degree in Medicine, Nursing; Master in Public or Community Health from an accredited academic institution; including experience in monitoring and evaluating health programs and protocols.
V. Languages: Fluency in written and oral English is required. Knowledge of Arabic and/or one of regional languages an advantage
How to apply:
Interested candidates are required to submit a letter of motivation and curriculum vitae clearly indicating the position title and reference number in the subject line by e-mail on vss@iom.int