National Migration Health Physician (Health Assessment Programs

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. 

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

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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 as well as external women candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and the direct supervision of the Chief Migration Health Officer (CMHO) and in close coordination with the respective project or thematic area teams as applicable and in the framework of the accommodation services for individuals and families in vulnerable situations, the successful candidate will have the following duties and responsibilities: 

1. Ensure the efficient daily operations of the relevant IOM projects and programme activities , in close coordination with the Chief Migration Health Officer (CMHO) and Project Coordinators.

2. Conduct the migration health assessment process to fulfil the technical requirements of the relevant IOM projects, programmes and thematic areas in the areas of: 

   a)Medical examinations; 

   b)Imaging; 

   c)Laboratory testing; 

   d)Vaccinations; if needed

   e)TB management; 

   f)Treatment and referrals; to public and private healthcare facilities.

   g)Pre-departure procedures and medical movements; 

   h)Documentation, certification and information transmission; and, 

   i)Other technical areas as may be required 

    

3. Ensure proper identification of migrants and refugees medical needs during the health assessment and record all relevant health information in standard forms; ensuring completeness and accuracy of the recorded information.

4. Manage medical referrals of migrants supported under relevant IOM projects and programmesto healthcare facilities plus the management of their medical plans. 

5. Perform treatment for TB and sexually transmitted infections and provide support to HIV and counselling activities. Oversee and coordinate the management of TB cases to ensure effective TB treatment.

6. Oversee and coordinate accurate and effective provision of immunization and presumptive treatment programmes (if needed) in full compliance with the technical guidelines and protocols of the public health system in Cyprus. Assist CMHO in monitoring, supervising and educating all staff in the delivery of these programmes.

7. Contribute to and maintain a system of quality improvement for each service area across relevant IOM projects, programmes and thematic areas. Undertake quality control activities on a regular basis, including practice observation, desk audits and use of self-assessment tools. Use data analysis and web reporting system to monitor performance indicators. Ensure implementation of the global IOM Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); create and implement  specific SOPs for each service area. Ensure proper reporting and management of incidents according to the Guidance Note for Incident Management.

8. Organize systematic collection, processing and analyses of migration health data according to guidelines established by the CMHO. Ensure data quality. Provide periodic, as well as ad-hoc reporting to the CMHO for Migration Health activities.

9. Ensure that all data related to heath assessment programmes is appropriately entered to Migrant Management Operational System Application (MiMOSA) and other related databases.

10. Provide oversight and coordinate the procurement of medical equipment, vaccines, medications, and other medical supplies in coordination with the CMHO, the relevant programmes and the Resource Management Unit.

• University Degree in Medicine from an accredited academic institution with two (2) years of relevant experience.

• Valid license to practice medicine within Cyprus is mandatory;

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

• Minimum of two (2) years, post-graduation, (post internship in countries with mandatory internship programs) continuous clinical experience, preferably in a multidisciplinary hospital setting. The last clinical posting should be within the last five years; and,

• ​Good knowledge of clinical medicine; 

• ​Excellent bedside manner; 

• ​Knowledge of patient safety and infection prevention and control;​ 

• Proficient in a Microsoft Office environment and office software packages; Knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems.

• Good interpersonal and communication skills in a multi-cultural setting.

• Good organizational and administrative skills, including the ability to maintain accurate records and handle sensitive information confidentially.

• Strong work ethics and commitment to humanitarian principles.

• Good level of computer literacy.

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

For this position, fluency in English and Greek (written and oral) is required. 

Any other IOM Official language is an advantage.

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

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

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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.

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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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