Migration Health Physician, Health Assessment Programs

Vacancy Notice No:  VN#NP/01/22

Open to Internal and External Candidates

Position Title:  Migration Health Physician, Health Assessment Programs

Duty Station:   Kathmandu, Nepal

Classification: National Officer, NO-B

Type of Appointment:  One Year Fixed Term, with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date:   March 06, 2022

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.

Context: 

Under the overall supervision of Chief of Mission and direct supervision of Chief  Migration Health Officer, the incumbent will be responsible for medical examinations, referrals and treatment of refugees and migrants in relation to Resettlement Migrant Health Assessment Programmes.

Core Functions / Responsibilities: 

1. Ensure the efficient daily operations of the Migration Health Assessment Center (MHAC), in close coordination with the Chief Migration Health Officer (CMHO). 
2. Conduct the  Kathmandu MHAC’s migration health assessment process to fulfil the technical requirements of the resettlement countries in the areas of:
   • Medical examinations;
   • Imaging;
   • Laboratory testing;
   • Vaccinations;
   • TB management;
   • Treatment and referrals;
   • Pre-departure procedures and medical movements;
   • Documentation, certification and information transmission; and,
   • Other technical areas as may be required
3. Ensure proper identification of refugees and migrants during the health assessment and record all relevant health information in standard forms; ensuring completeness and accuracy of the recorded information.
4. Perform treatment for TB and sexually transmitted infections and provide support to the HIV and counselling activities. Oversee and coordinate the management of TB cases to ensure effective TB treatment.
5. Oversee and coordinate accurate and effective provision of immunization and presumptive treatment programmes in full compliance with the technical guidelines and protocols of the resettlement countries. Assist CMHO in monitoring, supervising and educating all staff in the delivery of these programmes.
6. Contribute to and maintain a system of quality improvement for each service area within the MHAC. Undertake quality control activities on a regular basis, including practice observation, desk audits and use of self-assessment tools. Use data analysis and web reporting system to monitor performance indicators.Ensure implementation of the global IOM Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); create and implement Kathmandu MHAC specific SOPs for each service area. Ensure proper reporting and management of incidents according to the Guidance Note for Incident Management. 
7. Organize systematic collection, processing and analyses of migration health data according to guidelines established by the CMHO. Ensure data quality. Provide periodic, as well as ad-hoc reporting to the CMHO for Migration Health activities. 
8. Ensure that all data related to heath assessment programmes is appropriately entered to Migrant Management Operational System Application (MiMOSA) and other related databases. 
9. Oversee the financial aspects of the MHAC in close coordination with the mission's finance staff: supervise budget preparation, suggest adjustments and cost-effective solutions, and review financial reports.
10. Provide oversight and coordinate the procurement of medical equipment, vaccines, medications and other medical supplies in coordination with the CMHO and the Resource Management Unit. 
11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master’s degree in Medicine from an accredited academic institution with two years of professional work experience; or
• University degree in Medicine from an accredited academic institution with at least four years of professional work experience.
• Valid license to practice medicine in Nepal.

Experience

• Minimum of four years, post-graduation, (post internship in countries with mandatory internship programs) continuous clinical experience, preferably in a multidisciplinary hospital setting. The last clinical posting should be within the last five years; and,
• Effectively applies knowledge of health issues in execution of responsibilities at appropriate level
• Demonstrated awareness of gender issues.
• Maintains confidentiality and discretion in appropriate areas of work.
• Knowledge of the Nepalese health system.

Languages

Fluency in English, Nepali is required. 

Required Competencies

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three 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 – behavioural indicators level 3

• 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 action and delegated work.
• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Other

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment. Only Nepali Nationals will be considered for this position.

How to apply:

Interested Candidates are requested to submit their application indicating clearly the position applied, VN number and CV with three references to the following address: Human Resource Department, International Organization for Migration, P.O. Box 25503, Baluwatar, Kathmandu or email to iomnepaljobs@iom.int by 06 March 2022. Only short-listed candidates will be called for interview.