SVN 006-GN10-2026-Nurse G5

Job Description

Introduction

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.

IOM is committed to ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal and internal-equivalent candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Counter trafficking & Protection Officer and the direct supervision of the Migration Health Officer, the incumbent will support Assisted Voluntary Return and Reintegration (AVRR) programmes, in particular Migrant Protection, Return and Reintegration (MPRR) activities.

The position is primarily focused on returnees, including vulnerable migrants, and contributes to ensuring that migration health needs are identified, addressed, and appropriately referred before return, during transit, and post‑arrival, in close coordination with AVRR, protection, and reintegration teams.

Responsibilities

1. Migration Health Support for AVRR/MPRR: 

Support health‑related activities for AVRR and MPRR beneficiaries, with particular attention to returnees and migrants in vulnerable situations.

Assist in basic health screening and assessments to identify medical needs relevant to return and reintegration processes.

Support fitness‑to‑travel checks and pre‑departure health preparations in coordination with medical supervisors and protection case managers.

Assist the Migration health Officer in provision of urgent medical assistance and case management of health

cases.

Assist the Migration health Officer and protection team in conducting daily medical consultation for migrants with health and mental heath condition as required.

Provide patients with available medical drugs prescribed by the migration health officer and providing information for use.

Support organization of health related outreach sessions to IOM beneficiaries.

Assist in the identification and follow‑up of chronic conditions, disabilities, mental health concerns, and other vulnerabilities among returnees. 

2. Pre‑departure, Transit and Post‑arrival Support

Support pre‑departure health counselling for migrants, including explanation of medical procedures, treatments, and referrals.

Assist with medical escorts, continuity of care arrangements, and referral documentation when required.

Support coordination with AVRR case managers to ensure health needs are integrated into individual return and reintegration plans.

Participate in coordination meetings, calls and exchanges with sending missions as required.

 3 .Protection‑Sensitive and Returnee‑Centred Care

Provide PFA and basic health information and psychosocial reassurance to returnees in a respectful, confidential, and culturally appropriate manner.

Participate as necessary in Psychosocial education sessions. 

Contribute to identification of protection risks related to health conditions and refer cases through established protection referral pathways.

Ensure a do‑no‑harm and survivor‑centred approach, particularly when supporting vulnerable returnees.

Provide guidance to teams in Transit center on management of medical cases in close collaboration with Migration Health Officer. 

4. Documentation, Data and Coordination

Support accurate health‑related data collection and record keeping for AVRR/MPRR beneficiaries, in line with IOM data protection standards.

Assist in preparation and transmission of medical summaries, certificates, and referral notes as required.

Coordinate closely with AVRR, Protection, Reintegration, and Operations teams to ensure coherent service delivery.

Ensure health assistance is recorded in IOM database MiMOSA on daily basis.

5. Supplies, Logistics and Administrative Support

Support preparation of medical supplies and kits relevant to AVRR return movements.

Assist with inventory tracking, receipt of supplies, and coordination with administrative and         finance staff.

Support verification of medical‑related invoices linked to AVRR/MPRR activities when assigned.

Support coordination with relevant service providers with regards to administrative documentation and related matters. 

Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Nursing from an accredited academic institution in Nursing in countries where the Diploma allows to fulfil the full scope of responsibilities defined in PDs.

• A valid license to practice nursing in the country of duty station.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• Experience in migration health, returnee assistance, community health, public health, or humanitarian programmes is an advantage.

• Previous exposure to AVRR, MPRR, protection, or reintegration programmes is desirable.

• Computer literacy required: MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Access)

Languages

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).

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Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

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.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 2, if with direct reports

• Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings. 

Notes

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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