Trócaire is one of Ireland’s top International INGOs, with fifty years of experience in international Humanitarian and Development response and has been working in Gedo since 1993. Currently Trócaire implements Health, Nutrition, Protection, WASH and Education Programme activities in 5 different districts of Gedo. Trocaire places great emphasis on empowering local communities and partners so that control and agency lies with those with whom we work.
The Medical officer will be responsible for the management of key medical staff, providing day to day planning, management and coordination of all medical services within the designated health facility/district.**
Safeguarding Programme Participants-Children & Adults
Trócaire is committed to Safeguarding people within our programmes from Exploitation and Abuse and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Global Code of Conduct) which outlines the expected behaviour and responsibility of all staff, consultants and other organisational representatives. Any candidate offered a job with Trócaire will be expected to sign Trócaire’s Safeguarding Policies and Global Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
● Working with Hospital Management team and Trócaire staff, the Medical Officer will ensure that the clinical services at hospital, Health Centres and Outreach level are of a high standard.
● She/he will carry out daily ward rounds to review patient progress and care
● She/he will diagnose and manage common and emergency surgical, obstetric, and gynaecological, paediatric, and tropical medical conditions and refer those outside his or her skills.
● She/he will be available, including after hours, to physically review patients, attend to emergencies and instruct nursing staff in writing on the required patient care.
● Conduct all elective and emergency surgical cases in theatre, both surgical and obstetric/gynaecological.
● She/he will provide continuous on-job mentoring and training for nurses and midwives in clinical skills and good patient care.
● Conduct special outpatient clinics in the hospital on the allocated days every week i.e. Surgical Outpatient clinics, Medical Outpatient Clinics High Risk Clinics and Diabetes clinics among other clinics
● She/he will arrange and regularly chair all clinical and administrative meetings and ensure all data and information is collected, transmitted and utilized to benefit the patients and service providers as is necessary.
● She/he will work with the MEAL Coordinator to roll out the new data management systems and will support staff to ensure that it is correctly implemented. She/he will analyse the health data for the district and make the necessary recommendations for improved service provision.
● Lead in morbidity and mortality audits to improve quality of care for patients.
● She/he will supervise activities on the control of major endemic/epidemic diseases.
● Working with logistics, she/he will ensure that the essential medical equipment and drug supplies required for good patient care are available, managed well and maintained in good condition.
● Organize and lead the district health Quarterly review meetings and share the report with CSC/HPM.
● Review all the monthly medical stock report and share with the CSC.
● She/he will lead and support the DHO/RHO Supervisory team and provide all the necessary information.
● Enhance and maintain infection prevention Protocols in the Hospital.
● Support the CSC in identification of training needs and participate in the training programs.
● Where necessary and according to the context, liaise with MoH and local government officials ensuring that partners/Boards and committees keep local authorities informed of Trócaire supported Programmes.
She/he will perform any other duties as requested by his/her line manager.
Behavioural Competencies in Line with Trócaire’s Competency Framework
● Leading: Reflecting our values of Participation & Accountability, acts to inspire and lead others to achieve their potential, demonstrating Trócaire’s values with integrity in order to achieve our organisation’s objectives.**
● Communicating: Reflecting our value of Participation, being one organisation, communicating clearly and transparently across, teams, units, divisions, locations and other external organisations. Getting our message across with impact.
● Collaborating: Reflecting our values of Participation & Solidarity, partnering effectively as One Trócaire organisation and, in solidarity, maintains positive relationships built on trust and respect.
● Stewardship of Resources: Reflecting our value of Accountability and decision-making around the best use of resources. Using our resources transparently, sustainably, ethically, fairly & with integrity; acknowledging Trócaire’s reputation in the use of resources.
● Delivering Results: Reflecting our values of Accountability & Perseverance, getting a quality job done through effective performance, planning and decision making.
● Continual Improvement & Learning: Reflecting our values of Participation & Courage, constantly looking to learn and develop self, employees, and partners to better fulfil Trócaire’s’ mission.
● Flexibility & Change: Reflecting our values of Participation & Courage, adapts positively to change and to different ways of doing things; manages or takes part in change processes in a way that is appropriate to role in the organisation.
Qualification
· Qualified Medical Doctor with CEMOC surgical skills
Experience
· A Minimum 2 years of working experience in a busy hospital setting
Skills
· Leadership and good interpersonal skills including the ability to listen; negotiation skills at different levels; flexible and adaptable to work under unstable environments and under pressure with limited support.
· Strong writing and excellent communication skills in English and Somali.
· Good computer skills (Microsoft Office).
Qualities
· Possesses an unwavering sense of integrity.
· Works to the highest standards of professionalism, ethics and integrity
· Ability to motivate DHB members and facility staff to achieve programme results
· Ability to work under pressure and good communication skills.
· Ability to work with minimum supervision
· Flexible and willing to work additional hours to ensure that the required results are delivered.
· High level of reliability, objectivity, and honesty.
This vacancy is archived.