Vacancy Notice
Open to Internal & External Candidates
Position Title | Migration Health Nurse, (Multiple positions) |
Classification, Position Grade | General Staff, Grade G5 |
Duty Station | Jordan, Amman |
Type of Appointment | One Year Fixed Term contract with possibility of extension |
Date of Issue | 05 June 2022 |
Closure Date | 18 June 2022 |
Vacancy No. | JOR/050/2022 |
Organizational Unit | Medical Health Department |
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Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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.
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment.
Internal candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy.
For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.
Context and Scope
Under the overall supervision of the Chief Migration Health Officer (CMHO) and the direct supervision of the Senior Migration Health Nurse, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities in relation to the Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) in Amman, Jordan.
The selected incumbent will be required to perform all tasks and responsibilities related as per project instructions from various resettlement countries working in close coordination among all immigration health pillars.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
A. Medical examinations,
B. Imaging;
C. Laboratory testing;
D. Vaccinations; e. TB management;
F. Treatment and referrals;
G. Pre-departure procedures and medical movements;
H. Documentation, certification and information transmission; and,
I. Other technical areas as may be required.
2. Provide information and detailed explanations to the migrants and/or refugees in relation to: The migration health assessment process; and, Treatments and referrals.
3.Ensure proper identification and follow-up by:
• Comprehensive history taking;
• Accurate and thorough Bio-data collection;
• Ensuring ID verification for each step of the health assessment process; and,
• Keeping a register of applicants who undergo health investigations and testing.
4. Follow and implement the Health Assessment Programme’s check lists and SOP’s and maintain standard universal precautions within MHAC.
5. Verify samples of sputum, blood or others are properly transported to the laboratory or previously designated location.
6. Maintain and monitor the MHAC pharmacy, stock, medical kits and emergency kits within the MHAC and for medical escorts if applicable.
7. Provide pre and/or post counselling to migrants or refugees on TB or HIV education, prevention and management as appropriate.
8. Prepare administrative reports and program updates as necessary.
9. Support the planning and execution of mobile missions if applicable.
10. Assist with pre-departure documents, briefings and preparations as necessary.
11. Perform medical escort duties when required to ensure migrants receive continued care throughout all phases of migration (before departure, during the journey and at the final destination).
12.Maintain collaborative relationships with various partners to facilitate the follow up and relevant information sharing. Partners include internal IOM departments, other health providers, panel physicians, embassies other UN agencies or NGO’s and others as applicable.
13.Collect statistical information and share with the Senior Migration Health Nurse or CMHO as per present and agreed upon format.
14.Perform other duties as may be assigned.
Education and Experience
Skills
Languages:
Fluency in English and Arabic oral & written is required.
Required Competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 1
Others:
How to apply:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on your personal application page in the Akhtaboot website: https://www.akhtaboot.com.
Posting period:
From 05 June 2022 – 18 June 2022
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