VAC-10439 Medical Doctor (MHU)

Under the overall guidance of National Health Operation officer and direct supervision of the Senior Project assistant (Migration Health), the incumbent will actively engage in the health promotion activities including nutrition screening, risk communication and community engagement activities. S/he is expected to carry out her/his duties in accordance with strictest ethical standards and with due respect for gender and socio-cultural sensitivities.

1.Ensures that all cases in need of basic and emergency medical assistance are provided with adequate health services.

2.Provides basic medical screening, prescriptions for basic/essential medicines and makes referrals for chronic, emergency, or advanced care need cases.

3.Ensuring that medical protocols and prescriptions are in line with diagnosis made and are followed appropriately by health personnel.

4.Ensuring that universal infection control and precaution and hygiene standards are in place and maintained.

5.Maintains regular contact with Directorate of Public Health staff and other local health stakeholders.

6.Ensure proper documentation of patient information and daily entry into appropriate databases is maintained.

7.Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly reports on the progress of field activities and challenges encountered, as well as summary information on patients screened, served, and referred.

8.Maintains a regular medical supply stock record and communicates the need for replenishment with the MHU pharmacy team.

9.Accompanies and supports the admission of emergency medical cases from received at the border or IOM transit center to the appropriate treatment center.

10.Maintain confidentiality of patient information and collaborative relationships with clients, partners, and health professionals.

11.Assist Migration Health National Programme Officer in project monitoring and identifying priority health needs and other activities including but not limited to regular disease outbreak monitoring and reporting, take part in health awareness campaign, etc.

12.Take part in coordination meetings, workshops, training events and conferences at health cluster/provincial level.

Other Functions

Perform any other tasks as assigned.

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Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• 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.

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 action 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 2
• 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.

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Education:

• University degree in Human Medicine from an accredited academic institution and passed exit exam with Valid licence to practice with one year experience.

Experience:

• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience

• A few years of experience in related medical field will be advantageous.

• Previous experience in development and humanitarian field is expected. 

SKILLS:

• Ability to move or lift patients.

• Ability to stand for extended periods.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• A patient and compassionate disposition.

Languages:

• Fluency in Dari and Pashto

• Working knowledge of English

Note: Applications from qualified female candidates are encourage.

NOTE: Candidates are requested to apply with their official email. (Outlook)

Interested applicants are invited to send curriculum vitae along with educational certificates, through ACBAR website by Close of Business (CoB) 22^nd September 2023 latest, applications with incomplete information/documents will not be considered. Also, please take note that IOM does not accept hard copies.

Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please ensure that the e-mail address that you will indicate in your application is accurate.

NOTE: Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email for Interviews, (Interviews to be held approx 25^th Sep – 2^nd Oct 2023), therefore, please monitor your emails.