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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. With 165 member states, a further 8 states holding observer status and offices in over 100 countries, IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the bene...
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Core Functions / Responsibilities:
- Perform migration health assessments (medical examinations) and complete related medical documentation of migrants referred for migration health assessment in accordance with the resettlement countries’ technical instructions and the IOM Migration Health Assessment Guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs);
- Provide technical supervision and monitoring of IOM health personnel to ensure that the following activities are performed in accordance with the technical requirements of the resettlement countries such as: medical case registration, migration health assessments, medical forms transmission, medical treatment and follow–up programs, data processing and management, predeparture medical examination
- and report; IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal and External candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
- Treat patients with identified medical conditions of public health concern and/or safety such as Tuberculosis, STDs and mental health conditions and refer patients to specialists for assessment and/or treatment as may be required;
- Administer treatment and vaccinations as per the receiving countries’ technical instructions;
- Perform pre–departure and pre–embarkation medical checks on all refugee migrants departing under IOM auspices, making sure they are fit to travel;
- Ensure timely, accurate and complete reporting of all activities on the pre–departure (surveillance, examinations, treatment, vaccination), as per IOM SOPs and as per the country of resettlement technical instructions;
- Implement quality control standards and ensure confidentiality of individual health information; actively participate in and comply with MHD’s quality control and quality assurance programme by assuming full responsibility as case manager with requisite completion and quality check of health assessment files and management.
- Assist in the analysis and technical elaboration of data gathered from the migration health assessment;
- Coordinate with the local/national health authorities, physicians, hospitals and laboratories, as needed; Inform and consult with the Head of Sub Office, Head of Policy and Program Development and Head, Migration Health Assessment Center (MHAC on migration health issues and propose corrective and adjustment measures.
- 1Assist in the preparation, and implementation of research activities related to the migration health, Tuberculosis and STDs and other conditions of public health significance;
- Provide healthcare advice to IOM staff in the sub–offices;
- Undertake duty travel and medical escorting activities, be ready for relocation of duty station to remote areas or refugee camps if needed;
Required Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelors’ degree in Medicine (MBChB), with two years of working experience in Medicine.
- Registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.
Experience
- Minimum of 2 years continuous professional working experience preferably with experience in migration health, routine medical assessments such as for pre– employment and insurance provision, epidemiology and/or international public health.
- Health sector experience in Africa is required.
- Training/experience in Paediatrics, Internal Medicine, Infectious Diseases or any other medical sub–specialty is an advantage.
- Strong practical computer skills including MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Kenyan citizen.
Languages
Fluency in both written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
Closing Date: 09 April 2022
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- Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya
- Duration of assignment: 6-9 months
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Applicants must be between 20 and 36 years of age.
- Currently enrolled in the final academic year undertaking Degree Programme (BS level or equivalent) in Data Science and Analytics, Business Administration, or any related field, or Is currently enrolled in a graduate school programme (undertaking a degree or equivalent), or Can be a graduate of a university or related institution with a Degree in Data Science and Analytics, Business Administration, or any related field.
- Pays attention to detail and meets deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain accuracy and confidentiality in performing responsibilities.
- Ability to work under pressure and with minimum supervision.
- Proficiency in computer skills, especially in MS Office applications (Excel, Outlook, Word etc)..
Closing Date: 10.04.2022
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Duty Station : Kakuma, Kenya
Classification : General Service Staff, Grade NO–A
Type of Appointment : One Year Fixed Term, with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Policy and Program Development and the direct supervision of the Head of Sub Office Kakuma and with close coordination and technical supervision of the Chief Migration Health Officer, the incumbent will carry out the following duties and responsibilities:–
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
- Perform migration health assessments (medical examinations) and complete related medical documentation of migrants referred for migration health assessment in accordance with the resettlement countries’ technical instructions and the IOM Migration Health Assessment Guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs);
- Provide technical supervision and monitoring of IOM health personnel to ensure that the following activities are performed in accordance with the technical requirements of the resettlement countries such as: medical case registration, migration health assessments, medical forms transmission, medical treatment and follow–up programs, data processing and management, predeparture medical examination
- and report; IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal and External candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
- Treat patients with identified medical conditions of public health concern and/or safety such as Tuberculosis, STDs and mental health conditions and refer patients to specialists for assessment and/or treatment as may be required;
- Administer treatment and vaccinations as per the receiving countries’ technical instructions;
- Perform pre–departure and pre–embarkation medical checks on all refugee migrants departing under IOM auspices, making sure they are fit to travel;
- Ensure timely, accurate and complete reporting of all activities on the pre–departure (surveillance, examinations, treatment, vaccination), as per IOM SOPs and as per the country of resettlement technical instructions;
- Implement quality control standards and ensure confidentiality of individual health information; actively participate in and comply with MHD’s quality control and quality assurance programme by assuming full responsibility as case manager with requisite completion and quality check of health assessment files and management.
- Assist in the analysis and technical elaboration of data gathered from the migration health assessment;
- Coordinate with the local/national health authorities, physicians, hospitals and laboratories, as needed; Inform and consult with the Head of Sub Office, Head of Policy and Program Development and Head, Migration Health Assessment Center (MHAC on migration health issues and propose corrective and adjustment measures.
- 1Assist in the preparation, and implementation of research activities related to the migration health, Tuberculosis and STDs and other conditions of public health significance;
- Provide healthcare advice to IOM staff in the sub–offices;
- Undertake duty travel and medical escorting activities, be ready for relocation of duty station to remote areas or refugee camps if needed;
- Perform any other duties that may be required from time to time
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
- Bachelors’ degree in Medicine (MBChB), with two years of working experience in Medicine.
- Registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.
Experience
- Minimum of 2 years continuous professional working experience preferably with experience in migration health, routine medical assessments such as for pre– employment and insurance provision, epidemiology and/or international public health.
- Health sector experience in Africa is required.
- Training/experience in Paediatrics, Internal Medicine, Infectious Diseases or any other medical sub–specialty is an advantage.
- Strong practical computer skills including MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Kenyan citizen.
Languages
Fluency in both written and spoken English and Kiswahili
Closing Date: 09 April 2022
Method of Application
How to apply:
- Interested candidates are invited to submit their application by sending a Motivation Letter and the updated CV to the email address
- To apply for this internship, interested and eligible applicants can send their application letters, testimonials and curriculum vitae to the International Organization for Migration (IOM), Human Resources Department
Email: hrnairobi@iom.int
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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