International
Organization for Migration (IOM)
Position
Title: Nurse
2
Positions
Vacancy
No:IOMKE/SVN/047/2016
Duty
Station: Nairobi,
Kenya
Classification: General Service Staff, Grade G4
Estimated
Start Date: As
soon as possible
Closing
Date: May
01, 2016
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.
Context: Under the technical
supervision of the Regional Health Assessments Coordinator for Sub-Saharan
Africa, direct technical supervision of the National Health Migration Physician
in charge of TB, and in coordination with the Head, Migration Health Assessment
Center, the incumbent will work closely with government counterparts and partner
agencies to develop and implement components of the MRF Nairobi Migrant Health
Programme, with geographical focus on Kenya.
The
incumbent is assigned to different MHD Units in Nairobi such as – MHAC, UK
Tuberculosis Program in Nairobi Hospital (UKTB), and the Transit Center (TC)
and other locations within Nairobi as may be identified.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
- Perform
registration and daily observed Tuberculosis (TB) treatment for all TB
patients at the IOM Migration Assessment Centre (MHAC) in Nairobi as per
set procedures and consistent with the National TB program.
- Support
the daily running of the IOM DOT Clinic in Nairobi.
- Assist
in the timely follow up of tests and examinations for all patients on TB
treatment in Nairobi.
- Maintain
and update the TB treatment work up Module on MiMOSA for all TB cases in
Nairobi.
- Authenticates
the identity of patients prior to administration of treatment.
- Record
treatment in the necessary records and reporting tools including the TB4
register.
- In
coordination with the TB Unit In-Charge, requests and re-stocks required
medical supplies and drugs and medicines.
- Monitors
and reports expiration dates of drugs and medicines including the
emergency kit and refers to TB Unit In-Charge for disposal.
- Compiles
medical records, files, charts, X-ray films, laboratory results prior to
Monthly clinical review of patients on TB treatment and prepares, install
or sterilizes medical equipment needed for medical examination.
- Takes
vital signs, weight, visual acuity and perform color discrimination
testing prior to monthly clinical review of patients on TB treatment.
- Maintains
confidentiality of information and collaborative relationship with
patients, partners and health professionals.
- Maintain
an updated consolidated excel sheet summary of all Tb cases in Kenya.
- In
liaison with TB Unit In-charge, perform contact evaluation and defaulter
tracing of all TB patients in the IOM DOT Clinic in Nairobi.
- In
liaison with the TB Unit In-Charge, allocate weight based treatment
regimens ensuring appropriate regimens and dosages are administered in
accordance to laid down Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in IOM and
consistent with the National TB Program guidelines.
- Help
in filling out treatment completion certificates at the end of each patient’s
treatment
- Ensure
general cleanliness of the TB DOT Clinic.
- Support
MHAC activities as and when needed or requested.
- Assist
in medical escort duties when needed or requested.
- Perform
other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
- Diploma
in Nursing and registration with the Nursing Council of Kenya as a
Registered Nurse with 2 years of relevant work experience or High-school
Degree with four years of relevant work experience
Experience
- Experience
in clinical work.
- At
least three years in handling and following up medical documents as a
senior staff.
- Proven
ability to coordinate work of others, within and outside IOM.
- Work
experience in an international organization preferred.
- Supervisory
experience preferred.
- Training
and experience in TB, STDs, HIV/AIDS counseling and other communicable
diseases is considered asset.
- Working
knowledge of Mimosa and other medical database systems.
- Demonstrated
ability to maintain accuracy and confidentiality in performing
responsibilities.
- Computer
literate on Microsoft word and excel
Languages
- Fluency
in English and Kiswahili is required.
Required Competencies
Behavioural
- Accountability
– takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms
- Client
Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders
- Continuous
Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others
- Communication
– listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience
- Creativity
and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or
services
- Leadership
and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and
external stakeholders;
- Performance
Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of
self and others.
- Planning
and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area
of responsibility;
- Professionalism
- displays mastery of subject matter
- Teamwork
– contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related
needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.
- Technological
Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
- Resource
Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet
resource needs of IOM.
Position
Title: Nurse
(Mobile and Planning Unit)
2
Positions
Vacancy
No:IOMKE/SVN/048/2016
Duty
Station: Nairobi,
Kenya
Classification: General Service Staff,
Grade G4
Type
of Appointment: Special
Short Term, six months with possibility of extension
Estimated
Start Date: As
soon as possible
Closing
Date: April
24, 2016
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.
Context: Under the overall supervision of the Head of Mobile and Follow up unit and the direct supervision of the Chief Nurse, the incumbent will be responsible for:
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
- Keeping
regular checks on status of medical forms transmitted to Panel Physicians
or IOM Offices in close co-ordination with the Head of Mobile and Follow
up unit and the Chief Nurse.
- Serving
as focal point for all enquiries (outside MHAC Nairobi) regarding medical
document status of USRP, Australia, Canada, New Zealand and other
countries’ cases. In the locations where IOM MHD team is not present,
ensures smooth transmission of medical forms and follow ups.
- Assist
in coordinating activities of the medical staff assigned to the Mobile and
Planning unit to ensure all procedures are followed as per the MHD
protocol.
- In
coordination with the data processing staff assigned to the unit /
department, update MiMOSA on continuous basis.
- Management
of the on-hold files in the unit to ensure timely completion and
transmission of file. This will involve follow up with laboratory staff,
IOM doctors, panel physicians and other consultants to ensure
results/reports are received on time.
- Reception
of medical deferrals/furtherance and other requests from JVA, High
Commissions, and other agencies. Distribution of the same to IOM doctors
and panel physicians in Kenya and the region. Updating MIMOSA with
additional requests.
- In
coordination with MHDs in the region and Panel physicians, gather
information on medical holds for USRP, Australia and Canada cases. Support
preparation of relevant statistics of the unit in coordination with the
data processing staff.
- Participate
in health assessment missions in the region and assist during mission
preparations.
- Perform
any other related duties as may be assigned by the Chief Nurse and Head of
Mobile and Planning Follow-up Unit.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
- Diploma
in Nursing and registration with the Nursing Council of Kenya as a
Registered Nurse with minimum of 4 years work experience in Clinical
Nursing
Experience
- Mature
individual, able to work independently, effectively and harmoniously with
colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds at all
levels.
- Capable
of working under stressful and difficult conditions.
- Demonstrated
ability to maintain accuracy and confidentiality in performing
responsibilities.
- raining
and experience in TB, STDs, other communicable diseases and migration
health is considered an asset.
- Previous
work experience with an international organization and NGOs dealing with
refugees would be strong advantage.
- Computer
literate on Microsoft Word, Excel and Access.
Languages
- Fluency
in English and Kiswahili is required.
Required Competencies
Behavioural
- Accountability
– takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms
- Client
Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders
- Continuous
Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others
- Communication
– listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience
- Creativity
and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or
services
- Leadership
and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and
external stakeholders;
- Performance
Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of
self and others.
- Planning
and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area
of responsibility;
- Professionalism
- displays mastery of subject matter
- Teamwork
– contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related
needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.
- Technological
Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
- Resource
Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet
resource needs of IOM.
Position
Title: Nurse II
(4
Positions)
Vacancy
No:IOMKE/SVN/045/2016
Duty
Station: Nairobi,
Kenya
Classification: General Service Staff, Grade G4
Type
of Appointment: Special
Short Term, nine months with possibility of extension
Estimated
Start Date: As
soon as possible
Closing
Date: April
24, 2016
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.
Context: Under the overall
supervision of the Head, Migration Health Assessment Center, and under the
direct supervision of the Chief Nurse at the IOM Migration Health Assessment
Center (MHAC), the incumbent will be responsible for performing required
routine clinical tasks / procedures in connection with the health assessment
and treatment to ensure that identified refugees and migrants are medically fit
to migrate in accordance with the medical/health requirements of the receiving
countries.
The
incumbent is assigned to different MHD units in Nairobi such as – MHAC, UK
Tuberculosis Program and the Transit Center (TC) and other locations within
Nairobi as may be identified.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
- Performs
routine clinical tasks required by the Migration Health Physician during
Migration Health Assessments, in particular: taking and recording medical
history, performing anthropometrics, visual acuity and vital signs
measurements.
- Compiles
medical records, files, charts, X-ray films, decoded laboratory results
prior to physical examination for doctor’s use.
- Authenticates
the identity of refugee/migrant, as may be requested, prior to clinical or
radiology examinations.
- Assists
and provides directions to clients of medical facilities – i.e.: doctor’s
office, lab, radiology offices.
- As
a duty Nurse, triage, coordinates work and ensure client flow during
physical examination
- Assists
the MHP during actual physical examinations.
- Administers
prescriptions/recommendations ordered by the Migration Health Physicians,
including application of appropriate treatment.
- Prepares,
install or sterilizes medical equipment needed for medical examination.
- Monitors
and reports expiration dates of drugs and medicines and refers to the
Pharmacist for disposal.
- Performs
pre-departure medical checks, surveillance and administers treatment,
including vaccination jabs as required for travelling refugees/migrants
- Prepares
a report on therapeutic procedures administered to migrants, in accordance
with the requirements of resettlement countries
- Monitors
progress of medical cases and implements follow-up procedure; arrange
further examination and health counseling as may be required.
- Participates
in field missions, in out of duty stations and acts as nurse escort of
medical cases.
- Maintains
confidentiality of information and collaborative relationship with
clients, partners and health professionals.
- Prepares
monthly reports
- Provide
health orientation/information education to individual patients or groups
of refugees
- Assists
in the preparation of health certificates in coordination with the Data
Processing Assistants
- Administer
first aid treatment as may be necessary
- Identify
and inform Head of MHAC Nairobi of infectious diseases and administer
preventive action as soon as possible.
- Date
entry of client/applicant information for both UKTB Global Software if
he/she is assigned in UKTB and Mimosa at MHAC
- Prepare,
sign and issue certificates to UK applicants when she/he is assigned in
UKTB
- Raising
Payment Coupons for additional tests/treatment as requested by the MHP.
- Administer
vaccinations to applicants according to the requirements/indications of
the respective resettlement countries and maintain cold chain.
- Under
the supervision of head of UKTB refers cases/applicants for additional TB
investigations and/or treatment and counseling when it is required
- Performs
any other duties that may be assigned from time to time
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
- Diploma
in Nursing from an accredited institution with valid Nursing Council of
Kenya (NCK) Practice License as a Registered Nurse.
Experience
- Minimum
of 4 years work experience in Clinical Nursing.
- Mature
individual, able to work independently, effectively and harmoniously with
colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds at all
levels.
- Capable
of working under stressful and difficult conditions.
- Demonstrated
ability to maintain accuracy and confidentiality in performing
responsibilities.
- Training
and experience in TB, STDs, other communicable diseases and migration
health is considered an asset.
- Previous
work experience with an international organization and NGOs dealing with
refugees would be strong advantage.
- Computer
literate on Microsoft Word, Excel and Access.
Languages
- Fluency
in English and Kiswahili is required.
Required Competencies
Behavioural
- Accountability
– takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms
- Client
Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders
- Continuous
Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others
- Communication
– listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience
- Creativity
and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or
services
- Leadership
and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and
external stakeholders;
- Performance
Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of
self and others.
- Planning
and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area
of responsibility;
- Professionalism
- displays mastery of subject matter
- Teamwork
– contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related
needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.
- Technological
Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
- Resource
Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet
resource needs of IOM.
Position Title:National Medical Officer
2
Positions
Vacancy
No:IOMKE/SVN/044/2016
Duty
Station: Dadaab,
Kenya
Classification: General Service Staff, Grade NO-A
Type
of Appointment: Special
Short Term, nine months with possibility of extension
Estimated
Start Date: As
soon as possible
Closing
Date: April
24, 2016
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.
Context: Under the overall supervision of the Regional Health Assessments Coordinator for Sub-Saharan Africa and the direct supervision of the National Medical Officer (Dadaab sub-office) and administratively reporting to the Head of Sub-Office - Dadaab, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical support for the migration health assessment activities undertaken by the Migration Health Division.
Context: Under the overall supervision of the Regional Health Assessments Coordinator for Sub-Saharan Africa and the direct supervision of the National Medical Officer (Dadaab sub-office) and administratively reporting to the Head of Sub-Office - Dadaab, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical support for the migration health assessment activities undertaken by the Migration Health Division.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
- Perform
migration health assessments (medical exams) and completes 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;
- 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,
pre-embarkation medical examination and report;
- Refer
patients to specialists for treatment as maybe required;
- Administer
treatment and immunizations as per the receiving countries’ requirements;
- 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 (examinations, treatment, immunization), as per IOM
standards and as per the country of resettlement requirements;
- Manage
the inventory and replenishment of stocks of basic health supplies,
equipment and other items assigned to the resettlement programme;
- Implement
quality control standards and ensures confidentiality of individual health
information;
- 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 Regional Health Assessments Coordinator for
Sub-Saharan Africa and the National Medical Officer on migration health
issues and proposes corrective and adjustment measures;
- Assist
in the preparation, and implementation of research activities related to
the migration health, tuberculosis and sexually transmitted diseases;
- Provide
healthcare advice to IOM staff in the sub-office;
- Undertake
duty travel and medical escorting activities, be ready for relocation of
duty station to remote areas or refuge camps if needed.
- Perform
any other duties that may be required from time to time.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
- Degree
in Medicine – MBChB;
- Registered
with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board;
Experience
- Minimum
of 2 years continuous professional working experience preferably with
experience in migration health, immigration medical assessments,
epidemiology and/or international public health;
- Health
sector experience in Africa;
- Training
/ experience in Paediatrics, Internal Medicine or Infectious Diseases is
an advantage.
Languages
- Fluency
in English and Kiswahili is required.
Required Competencies
Behavioural
- Accountability
- Takes responsibility for meeting commitments and for any shortcomings
- Client
Orientation - Establishes and maintains effective working relationships
with clients
- Continuous
Learning - Keeps abreast of developments in own professional area
- Communication
- Clearly communicates, and listens to feedback on, changing priorities
and procedures
- Creativity
and Initiative - Expands responsibilities while maintaining existing ones
- Leadership
and Negotiation - Articulates vision to motivate colleagues and follows
through with commitments
- Performance
Management - Provides constructive feedback to colleagues
- Planning
and Organizing - Allocates appropriate times and resources for own work
and that of team members
- Professionalism
- Masters subject matter related to responsibilities
- Teamwork
- Actively contributes to an effective, collegial, and agreeable team
- Technological
Awareness - Understands applicability and limitation of technology and
seeks to apply it to appropriate work
- Resource
Mobilization - Establishes realistic resource requirements to meet IOM
needs
Position
Title:National Medical Officer
Vacancy
No:IOMKE/SVN/043/2016
Duty Station: Kakuma, Kenya
Duty Station: Kakuma, Kenya
Classification: General Service Staff, Grade NO-A
Type
of Appointment: Special
Short Term, nine months with possibility of extension
Estimated
Start Date: As
soon as possible
Closing
Date: April
24, 2016
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.
Context: Under the overall supervision of the Regional Health Assessments Coordinator for Sub-Saharan Africa and the direct supervision of the National Medical Officer (Kakuma sub-office) and administratively reporting to the Head of Sub-Office - Kakuma, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical support for the migration health assessment activities undertaken by the Migration Health Division.
Context: Under the overall supervision of the Regional Health Assessments Coordinator for Sub-Saharan Africa and the direct supervision of the National Medical Officer (Kakuma sub-office) and administratively reporting to the Head of Sub-Office - Kakuma, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical support for the migration health assessment activities undertaken by the Migration Health Division.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
- Perform
migration health assessments (medical exams) and completes 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;
- 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,
pre-embarkation medical examination and report;
- Refer
patients to specialists for treatment as maybe required;
- Administer
treatment and immunizations as per the receiving countries’ requirements;
- 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 (examinations, treatment, immunization), as per IOM
standards and as per the country of resettlement requirements;
- Manage
the inventory and replenishment of stocks of basic health supplies,
equipment and other items assigned to the resettlement programme;
- Implement
quality control standards and ensures confidentiality of individual health
information;
- 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 Regional Health Assessments Coordinator for
Sub-Saharan Africa and the National Medical Officer on migration health
issues and proposes corrective and adjustment measures;
- Assist
in the preparation, and implementation of research activities related to
the migration health, tuberculosis and sexually transmitted diseases;
- Provide
healthcare advice to IOM staff in the sub-office;
- Undertake
duty travel and medical escorting activities, be ready for relocation of
duty station to remote areas or refuge camps if needed.
- Perform
any other duties that may be required from time to time.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
- Degree
in Medicine – MBChB;
- Registered
with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board;
Experience
- Minimum
of 2 years continuous professional working experience preferably with
experience in migration health, immigration medical assessments,
epidemiology and/or international public health;
- Health
sector experience in Africa;
- Training/experience
in Paediatrics, Internal Medicine or Infectious Diseases is an advantage.
Languages
- Fluency
in English and Kiswahili is required.
Required Competencies
Behavioural
- Accountability
- Takes responsibility for meeting commitments and for any shortcomings
- Client
Orientation - Establishes and maintains effective working relationships
with clients
- Continuous
Learning - Keeps abreast of developments in own professional area
- Communication
- Clearly communicates, and listens to feedback on, changing priorities
and procedures
- Creativity
and Initiative - Expands responsibilities while maintaining existing ones
- Leadership
and Negotiation - Articulates vision to motivate colleagues and follows
through with commitments
- Performance
Management - Provides constructive feedback to colleagues
- Planning
and Organizing - Allocates appropriate times and resources for own work
and that of team members
- Professionalism
- Masters subject matter related to responsibilities
- Teamwork
- Actively contributes to an effective, collegial, and agreeable team
- Technological
Awareness - Understands applicability and limitation of technology and
seeks to apply it to appropriate work
- Resource
Mobilization - Establishes realistic resource requirements to meet IOM
needs
Position
Title:Senior Nurse (TB Unit)
Vacancy
No:IOMKE/SVN/046/2016
Duty
Station: Nairobi,
Kenya
Classification: General Service Staff, Grade G5
Type
of Appointment: Special
Short Term, six months with possibility of extension
Estimated
Start Date: As
soon as possible
Closing
Date: May
01, 2016
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.
Context: Under the technical supervision of the Regional Migration Health Assessment Coordinator for Sub-Saharan Africa, direct supervision of the National Health Migration Physician in charge of TB, and in coordination with the Head, Migration Health Assessment Center, the incumbent will work closely with government counterparts and partner agencies to develop and implement components of the MRF Nairobi Migrant Health Programme, with geographical focus on Kenya.
Context: Under the technical supervision of the Regional Migration Health Assessment Coordinator for Sub-Saharan Africa, direct supervision of the National Health Migration Physician in charge of TB, and in coordination with the Head, Migration Health Assessment Center, the incumbent will work closely with government counterparts and partner agencies to develop and implement components of the MRF Nairobi Migrant Health Programme, with geographical focus on Kenya.
The
incumbent is assigned to different MHD Units in Nairobi such as – MHAC, UK
Tuberculosis Program in Nairobi Hospital (UKTB), and the Transit Center (TC)
and other locations within Nairobi as may be identified.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
- Perform
registration and daily observed Tuberculosis (TB) treatment for all TB
patients at the IOM Migration assessment centre (MHAC) in Nairobi as per
set procedures and consistent with the National TB Programme.
- In-Charge
of the daily running of the IOM DOT Clinic in Nairobi, supervise other
nurses and staff working in the DOT clinics including evaluation of
performance.
- Allocate
weight based treatment regimens ensuring appropriate regimens and dosages
are administered in accordance to laid down Standard Operating Procedures
(SOPs) in IOM and consistent with the National TB Program guidelines.
- Supervise
the DOT TB clinic in Eastleigh, Nairobi, Kakuma and Dadaab ensuring
appropriate regimens and dosages are administered in accordance to laid
down Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in IOM and consistent with the
National TB Program guidelines.
- Ensure
timely follow up tests and examinations are done for all patients on TB
treatment in Nairobi and other locations by timely schedules and referrals
and guide other DOT administrators on appropriate timely follow ups.
- Technically
guide and help to establish, streamline and coordinate DOT TB Clinics in
other parts of the region.
- Train
the DOT administrators in all IOM DOT clinics in Kenya and the region on
DOT procedures including accurate and complete documentation and reporting
of TB clinic reports.
- Maintain
and update Mimosa treatment and work up module for the cases in Nairobi
and liaise with Daprofo for information and update of cases outside
Nairobi.
- Maintain
an updated consolidated excel sheet summary of all the TB cases in Kenya
and regions reporting cases to Nairobi TB unit.
- In
coordination with the Data Processing and follow up unit (Daprofo) provide
relevant periodic TB clinics related reports, both for IOM and the
National TB programmes.
- In
coordination with the Kenya Division of Leprosy, TB and Lung Disease
(DLTLD) organize for periodic TB related training and updates for other
DOT administrators in Kenya and recommend such appropriate DOT
administrators in the region.
- Perform
contact evaluation, contact management for all Tb contacts and defaulter
tracing for all TB patients in the IOM DOT Clinics and train/assist all
other DOT administrators on the principles and procedures for doing this,
within Kenya and the region.
- Co-ordinate
with Programme Support and Administration Unit (PSAU) and Procurement unit
in relation to purchases for the DOT Clinics including food items for
Nutritional support as well as purchase of Extra TB drugs not provided by
the division.
- Order
and collect TB drugs from the DLTLD and send back required drug usage and
stocks to them.
- Fill
out treatment completion certificates at the end of each patient’s
treatment.
- Maintenance
and confidentiality of information, collaborative relationship with
clients, partners and health professionals
- In
coordination with the Medical Officer In charge of TB, establish standard
TB DOT Clinics as per the IOM’s IPC guidelines.
- Support
MHAC activities as and when needed or requested.
- Assist
in medical escort duties when needed or requested.
- Perform
other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
- Degree
in Nursing and registration with the Nursing Council of Kenya as a
Registered Nurse with three years of relevant work experience or a
high-school diploma with five years of experience.
Experience
- Experience
in clinical work.
- At
least three years in handling and following up medical documents as a
senior staff.
- Proven
ability to coordinate work of others, within and outside IOM.
- Work
experience in an international organization preferred.
- Supervisory
experience preferred.
- Training
and experience in TB, STDs, HIV/AIDS counselling and other communicable
diseases is considered asset.
- Working
knowledge of Mimosa and other medical database systems.
- Demonstrated
ability to maintain accuracy and confidentiality in performing
responsibilities.
- Computer
literate on Microsoft word and excel
Languages
- Fluency
in English and Kiswahili is required.
Required Competencies
Behavioural
- Accountability
– takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms
- Client
Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders
- Continuous
Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others
- Communication
– listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience
- Creativity
and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or
services
- Leadership
and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and
external stakeholders;
- Performance
Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of
self and others.
- Planning
and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area
of responsibility;
- Professionalism
- displays mastery of subject matter
- Teamwork
– contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related
needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.
- Technological
Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
- Resource
Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet
resource needs of IOM.
Vacancy
No:National Medical Officer
4 Positions
Ref:IOMKE/SVN/042/2016
Duty
Station: Nairobi,
Kenya
Classification: General Service Staff, Grade NO-A
Type
of Appointment: Special
Short Term, nine months with possibility of extension
Estimated
Start Date: As
soon as possible
Closing
Date: April
24, 2016
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.
Context: Under the overall supervision of the Regional Health Assessments Coordinator for Sub-Saharan Africa and the direct supervision of the Head of Migration Health Assessment Center, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical support for the migration health assessment activities undertaken by the Migration Health Division.
Context: Under the overall supervision of the Regional Health Assessments Coordinator for Sub-Saharan Africa and the direct supervision of the Head of Migration Health Assessment Center, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical support for the migration health assessment activities undertaken by the Migration Health Division.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1.
Perform migration health assessments (medical exams) and
completes 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;
2.
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,
pre-embarkation medical examination and report;
3.
Refer patients to specialists for treatment as maybe required;
4.
Administer treatment and immunizations as per the receiving
countries’ requirements;
5.
Perform pre-departure and pre-embarkation medical checks on all
refugee migrants departing under IOM auspices, making sure they are fit to
travel;
6.
Ensure timely, accurate and complete reporting of all activities
on the pre-departure (examinations, treatment, immunization), as per IOM
standards and as per the country of resettlement requirements;
7.
Implement quality control standards and ensures confidentiality
of individual health information;
8.
Assist in the analysis and technical elaboration of data
gathered from the migration health assessment;
9.
Coordinate with the local/national health authorities,
physicians, hospitals and laboratories, as needed;
10. Inform
and consult with the Regional Health Assessments Coordinator for Sub-Saharan
Africa and the Head, Migration Health Assessment Center on migration health
issues and proposes corrective and adjustment measures;
11. Assist
in the preparation, and implementation of research activities related to the
migration health, tuberculosis and sexually transmitted diseases;
12. Provide
healthcare advice to IOM staff in the sub-office;
13. Undertake
duty travel and medical escorting activities, be ready for relocation of duty
station to remote areas or refuge camps if needed.
14. Perform
any other duties that may be required from time to time.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
- Degree
in Medicine – MBChB;
- Registered
with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board;
Experience
- Minimum
of 2 years continuous professional working experience preferably with
experience in migration health, immigration medical assessments,
epidemiology and/or international public health;
- Health
sector experience in Africa;
- Training/experience
in Paediatrics, Internal Medicine or Infectious Diseases is an advantage.
Languages
- Fluency
in English and Kiswahili is required.
Required Competencies
Behavioural
- Accountability
- Takes responsibility for meeting commitments and for any shortcomings
- Client
Orientation - Establishes and maintains effective working relationships
with clients
- Continuous
Learning - Keeps abreast of developments in own professional area
- Communication
- Clearly communicates, and listens to feedback on, changing priorities
and procedures
- Creativity
and Initiative - Expands responsibilities while maintaining existing ones
- Leadership
and Negotiation - Articulates vision to motivate colleagues and follows
through with commitments
- Performance
Management - Provides constructive feedback to colleagues
- Planning
and Organizing - Allocates appropriate times and resources for own work
and that of team members
- Professionalism
- Masters subject matter related to responsibilities
- Teamwork
- Actively contributes to an effective, collegial, and agreeable team
- Technological
Awareness - Understands applicability and limitation of technology and
seeks to apply it to appropriate work
- Resource
Mobilization - Establishes realistic resource requirements to meet IOM
needs
Other
Any
offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to
funding confirmation.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighbouring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered.
In all
cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the
country of the duty station, or in the neighbouring country located within
commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.
How to apply:
Submit cover letter and CV, including daytime telephone and e-mail contact to:
International
Organization for Migration (IOM),
Human
Resources Department,
P.O.
Box 55040 - 00200,
Nairobi,
Kenya
or
send via e-mail to hrnairobi@iom.int.
Closing Date: 24 April, 2016
Only Shortlisted Applicants will be contacted.
NOTE
NO
FEE: The
International Organization for Migration (IOM) does not charge a fee at any
stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, process or
training). IOM does not concern itself with information on applicants’ bank
details.
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.
