Senior Migration Nurse, G7 – Qatar

Place of work: Doha, Qatar

Classification: General Staff, G-7

Type of appointment: Limited for one year, with the possibility of extension

Estimated start date: As soon as possible

Deadline for entries: 26 August 2024

Founded in 1951, IOM is an associated 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 is committed to humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief Migration Health Officer (CMHO) and the direct supervision of the Chief Migration Health Nurse (CMHN), the successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out the following tasks and duties in relation to the Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) in Doha, Qatar.

Core functions / responsibilities:

1. Manage the daily nursing and administrative activities of the Migration Health Assessment at the Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) to meet the technical requirements of the resettlement countries in the following areas:
   1. Medical examinations;
   2. imaging;
   3. laboratory tests;
   4. vaccinations;
   5. TB management;
   6. treatment and referrals;
   7. Pre-departure procedures and medical measures;
   8. Advice;
   9. Documentation, certification and information transfer;
   10. Directly observed brief treatment/therapy programs (DOTs);
   11. fitness to travel tests; and
   12. Other technical areas as required.
2. Supervise all daily care and administrative activities, including:
   1. Assign tasks to nurses and staff.
   2. Supervise pre-examination information sessions, consultation, history, follow-up and measurement of vital signs; ensure that nurses and healthcare professionals enter information into the appropriate databases in a timely and accurate manner, according to their specific functions; and
   3. Facilitate and monitor the implementation of fraud prevention measures, including testing conducted outside the MHAC.
3. Contribute to establishing and maintaining optimal workflow at the health assessment site by suggesting and implementing improvements to facilitate timely completion of care and administrative tasks.
4. Ensure that all mechanisms for verifying the identity of migrants/refugees are well established and followed.
5. Implement quality assurance and quality control measures for nursing and administrative activities. Participate in the creation of SOPs and instructions as well as in the training of staff.
6. Ensure that SOPs, checklists and standard general precautions are followed within MHAC.
7. Verify that the MHAC pharmacy, inventory, medical kits and emergency equipment in the MHAC and for medical escorts, if applicable, are well maintained according to policies and SOPs.
8. Coordinate, track and review procurement for MHAC – including purchase orders, payment requests and invoices.
9. Collect and analyze administrative reports and program updates as needed; report any discrepancies or problems to N+1 (CMHO or Head Nurse).
10. Coordinate the planning and execution of mobile missions where necessary.
11. Coordinate and, where necessary, provide medical support to ensure that migrants receive continuous care at all stages of migration (before departure, during the journey and at the final destination).
12. Collect and analyze statistical information and report it to the Chief Migration Health Nurse or CMHO according to the pre-set and agreed format.
13. Maintain collaborative relationships with a range of partners to facilitate follow-up and sharing of relevant information. Partners include internal IOM departments, other health care providers, panel doctors, embassies, other UN agencies or NGOs, and others as appropriate.
14. May be responsible for the direct supervision of a specific team.
15. Perform other tasks as assigned.

Required qualifications and experience

Training

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited academic institution required
• A Master’s degree or higher from an accredited academic institution is an advantage.
• A valid license to practice nursing in the country of employment.

Experience

• For Bachelor graduates, at least four years of relevant clinical experience, of which at least two years in a supervisory role
• Excellent technical skills, including blood sampling.
• Training or professional experience in tuberculosis management, mass vaccination, communicable diseases, laboratory testing or public health is an advantage.
• Knowledge and experience in clinical nursing.
• Management experience is desirable.
• Knowledge of the principles of prevention and disease control.
• Knowledge and experience in implementing patient safety and infection prevention and control.
• Required computer skills: MS Office package (Word, Excel, Access)

skills

• Leadership skills
• Organizational skills
• Communication skills

Languages

The official languages ​​of the IOM are English, French and Spanish.

NECESSARY

Fluent English skills (oral and written) are required for this position.

DESIRABLE

Basic knowledge of Arabic (oral and written) is a great advantage.

Notes

*Accredited universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

Required skills

Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; promotes diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and Transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in accordance with the organization’s policies/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: You have the ability to work calmly, competently and with commitment and approach daily challenges with careful judgment.
• Courage: Shows the willingness to take a stand on important issues.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and treated fairly.

Core competencies – Behavioral indicators Level 2

• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and between units to achieve common goals and optimize results.
• Deliver Results: Produces and delivers high quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action-oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Manage and share knowledge: continuously strives to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes responsibility for achieving the organization’s priorities and accountability for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: promotes and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex issues in an informative, inspiring and motivating way.

Leadership skills – Behavioral indicators Level 2

• Leadership: Provides clear direction, leads by example, and demonstrates the ability to execute the organization’s vision. Helps others recognize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates a supportive environment where employees can perform at their best and reach their potential.
• Building trust: Promotes shared values ​​and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to achieve the organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and is open to admitting one’s own shortcomings.

The IOM competency framework can be found here link.

The competencies are assessed in a competency-oriented interview.

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