Programme Associate (Health)

Job Description

The International Organization for Migration is actively supporting the response to the Ukraine crisis through direct provision of health care services using mobile clinics, provision of medical supplies and commodities, supporting health workers' capacity development as well as healthcare system recovery. IOM is a key member of the United Nations Country Team (UNCT) and the Health Cluster in Ukraine and actively participates in the Health Sector Working Group. 

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the Head of Programmes (Humanitarian) and direct supervision of the National Programme Officer (Emergency Health and Recovery), the Program Associate (Health) will support the IOM Emergency Health and recovery operations towards the successful implementation and monitoring of IOM Ukraine’s health, emergency preparedness and response and recovery projects in Ukraine.

Responsibilities

1. Assist in the implementation and monitoring of logistics activities for health programmes. This includes but is not limited to PR supporting, invoices, accounting documents, donation agreements, technical evaluations, transportation and distribution of health items to field sites in close cooperation with the National Programme Officer (Medical Supply Chain).
2. Assist in the preparation of situation reports (SitReps) by compiling information on field activities, challenges and needs. Assist in compiling reports for donors, mailing lists and activity summaries. 

3. Assist in collecting, analysing, and entering PDM data related to health interventions. Assist in generation of data dashboards, charts, and summaries to support programme reporting.

4. Assist with rapid health needs assessments based on national government and organizational priorities and in coordination with other stakeholders to identify key and urgent health gaps, as needed. Participate in field visits as required.

5. Assist in monitoring of health activities conducted by partners, including but is not limited to maintaining monitoring systems/tables, reviewing of partners reports, and maintaining regular communication with partners regarding needs and challenges related to programme implementation.

6. Liaise with field teams, health partners, and local authorities to support the implementation of health activities. Participate in cluster or sector meetings if assigned by supervisor, including taking minutes and sharing action points. Support administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, organizing training events, and maintaining programme files. Work closely with the various IOM teams that will be involved in the multisectoral project. 

7. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

• High school diploma with five years of relevant experience; or,

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing, medicine, community or public health or a related field from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience.

EXPERIENCE

• Operational and field experience supporting the implementation of emergency health activities, reporting and PDM systems, detection and response for migrants, refugees and displaced persons and other vulnerable groups, and early recovery or post-crisis emergency health programming.

• Demonstrated experience in coordination and liaison with government authorities, knowledge of structures and functions of the primary health care system, and familiarity with national, UN and international health agencies and donors.

• Experience working in the regions closed to the frontline is an advantage.

SKILLS

• Excellent communication, presentation and writing skills with strong computer literacy, especially advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Languages

For this position, fluency in English and Ukrainian is required.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• 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.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 1

• 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 actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

Offer to the candidate is a subject to funds availability.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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