Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and Regional Health Assessment Coordinator(ECA) and the direct supervision of the Migration Health Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities in relation to the Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) in Kyiv, Ukraine.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

  1. Perform daily nursing activities in the Migration Health Assessment Clinic (MHAC) to fulfil the technical requirements of the resettlement countries in the areas of:
    1. Medical examinations,
      1. Such as checking vital signs, weight, height, visual acuity; 
      2. Blood, urine or sputum collection as required;
      3. Imaging;
      4. Laboratory testing;
      5. Vaccinations;
      6. TB management;
      7. Treatment and referrals;
      8. Pre-departure procedures and medical movements;
      9. Documentation, certification and information transmission; and,
      10. Other technical areas as may be required. 

               2.Provide information and detailed explanations to the migrants and/or refugees in relation to:

        • The migration health assessment process; and,
        • Treatments and referrals.

                3. Ensure proper identification and follow-up by:

          • Comprehensive history taking;
          • Accurate and thorough Biodata collection;
          • Ensuring ID verification for each step of the health assessment process; and,
          • Keeping a register of applicants who undergo health investigations and testing.

                  4. Follow and implement the Health Assessment Programme’s check lists and SOP’s and maintain standard universal precautions             within MHAC.

                   5. Verify samples of sputum, blood or others are properly transported to the laboratory or previously designated location.

                   6. Maintain and monitor the MHAC pharmacy, stock, medical kits and emergency kits within the MHAC and for medical escorts if            applicable.

                   7. Provide pre and/or post counselling to migrants or refugees on TB or HIV education, prevention and management as                          appropriate.

                   8. Prepare administrative reports and program updates as necessary.

                   9.Support the planning and execution of mobile missions if applicable.

                  10. Assist with pre-departure documents, briefings and preparations as necessary.

                   11. Perform medical escort duties when required to ensure migrants receive continued care throughout all phases of migration              (before departure, during the journey and at the final destination).

                   12. Maintain collaborative relationships with various partners to facilitate the follow up and relevant information sharing. Partners            include internal IOM departments, other health providers, panel physicians, embassies other UN agencies or NGO’s and others as          applicable.

                   13. Collect statistical information and share with the Senior Migration Health Nurse or CMHO as per preset and agreed upon                  format.

                   14. Perform other duties as may be assigned.

            Required Qualifications and Experience

            EDUCATION

          • Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
        • IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
      11. IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
    2. IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

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