Project Associate (Health Assistant)

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

Project Context and Scope

Ethiopia has one of the most complex human mobility environments in the world, with factors ranging from conflict, drought, environmental degradation, damage to basic services and infrastructure, to changing livelihood strategies in an evolving political and economic milieu where poverty, and progressive depletion of coping mechanisms available to the displaced and host communities exist in large portions of the country, often leading to more displacements. Health and MHPSS program in Ethiopia supports the vulnerable populations to cope with these situations by providing essential health and MHPSS services including medical consultations, nutrition, maternal and child health, health promotion and referrals to tertiary health facilities. The program has over 25 staff and 17 health facilities supported in Tigray, Amhara, South West, Oromia, Dire Dawa, South Ethiopia, Benshangul Gumuz, Somali and Afar regions. Health and MHPSS program has been supporting the migrants from the Sudan crisis at the point of entries between Ethiopia and Sudan borders. These activities are integrated with MHPSS program to ensure wholistic approach to patient care. In addition, it supports the governments through health system strengthening activities. 

This is the position be required to support the IOM Health Team towards the successful implementation of IOM Health, Nutrition and MHPSS - related projects in Ethiopia. 

Under the overall direction of the Chief Migration Health Officer with technical oversight of the Program officer – Health and MHPSS, and direct supervision from Senior Project Associate- Migration Health and, the selected candidate will be responsible for the implementation of quality health services as part of the IOM Mobile Health and Nutrition teams, in connection with other IOM emergency health activities.

• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of project activities. 

• Retrieve, compile, summarize, analyse, and present information/data on specific project topics.
• Act as focal point for administrative coordination of project implementation, involving extensive liaison with diverse organizational units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions, etc.
• Draft status reports, identifying shortfalls in delivery, bring them to the attention of the supervisor and suggest remedial actions.
• Draft correspondence on project issues; prepare and update reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentation and other forms of documentation. 
• Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records; organize meetings, workshops and training sessions; 
• Participate in meetings and conferences; assist in coordinating implementation activities with local authorities, partners, United Nation agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations, donors and other stakeholders relevant to the project. 
• Assist in monitoring work of implementing partners and report non-compliances to the supervisor.
• Provides guidance/training to new/junior staff/incentive staff. 
• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Timely and accurate completion of project activity implementation and monitoring tasks, measured by adherence to project timelines and achievement of milestones.
• Quality and clarity of compiled, analysed, and presented project information and data, as reflected in reports, briefings, and documentation submitted to stakeholders.
• Effectiveness of administrative coordination, demonstrated by the number of successful collaborations with organisational units and external partners, and resolution of administrative issues.
• Responsiveness to information requests and efficiency in organising meetings, workshops, and training sessions, assessed through feedback from participants and stakeholders.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• University degree or equivalent in Medicine, Nursing, Midwifery or Public health from recognized university, with at least 3 (three) years of relevant experience

Experience

• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations;

• Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups; and,

• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage. 

• 2 year work experience on the area of clinical activities and certification from the relevant authorities. 

Languages

For this affiliated contract, Fluent in English and Amharic is mandatory

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

• 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

IOM covers the Affiliated Contractor against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the contract. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. The Affiliated Contractors are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work. 

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, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

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