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National Project Officer (Field Health)

Open to Internal and External Candidates

Position Title:  National Project Officer (Field Health)

Duty station:  Benghazi, Libya

Classification: NOA

Type of Appointment: Special Short Term (6 months with possibility of extension)

Estimated start date: As soon as possible

Reference Code: SVN.LY10.2022.03

Closing date: 20th April 2022

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 a diverse and inclusive work environment. Internal and external
candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal
candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Context:

Under the overall guidance of the Migration Health Coordinator, and direct supervision of the Project
Officer (Migration Health) in IOM Libya, and the administrative guidance/supervision from the Head
of Sub-office IOM Benghazi office, the incumbent is responsible for assisting the Migration Health
Unit in the development, coordination, and implementation of migration health projects in the East
and South of Libya based on identified priorities and needs outlined by the IOM Libya Mission, IOM
Benghazi Action Plan 2021-2024and the Humanitarian Response Plan.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

– Identify new project opportunities and assist the Migration Health Coordinator and Project
Officer (Migration Health) in developing project proposals on migration health, including but not limited to health needs of conflict-affected populations, victims of trafficking, irregular migrants, and other mobile populations their host communities.
– Support the management of migration health activities as appropriate, including staff management and financial oversight, notably on nutrition, public health management of communicable diseases, and Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) projects.
– Coordinate the implementation of IOM’s Migration Health activities with the Ministry of Health focal units in eastern Libya and the UN/NGOs/INGOs partners, and work with relevant local health authorities in identifying gaps and needs related to the health of migrants.
– Assist in building and maintaining a network of medical professionals that could be mobilized during an emergency and establish a good relationship with the government and private-owned hospitals and clinics that accept and treat migrants in their facilities.
– Monitor the quality of medical care provided to IOM beneficiaries to ensure that it is up to national and IOM global standards and report any deviations to the supervisor.
– Supervise and guide on technical and administrative issues to the IOM Health staff in Libya’s East and South geographic regions.
– Actively contribute to migration health-related program analysis and presentations by providing inputs on activities, achievements, new projects, problems encountered, and pertinent developments in the MHA sector.
– Monitor the performance of implementing partners closely and ensure their compliance with IOM MHD guidelines.
– Support the implementation and improvement of existing health information systems for regular monitoring and reporting on health project achievements, challenges/early warning systems, and strategic needs.
– Assist in developing training modules and materials, and act as trainer/ facilitator, whenever required, in IOM’s Migration Health training in close coordination with Health Coordinator/Consultant.
– Assist in developing improved systems for regular monitoring and reporting on health project achievements, challenges/early warning systems, and strategic needs.
– Ensure the confidentiality of the medical information of IOM beneficiaries.
– Participate in national and regional task forces and working groups on migration health-related issues.
– Undertake duty travels as required.
– Undertake other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• University degree, preferably an advanced university degree (Master’s or higher), in Medicine, Public Health, Community Health, Health policy & Management, Epidemiology or related with two years of experience of relevant professional experience.

Experience

– Strong level of analytical skills and computer literacy;
– minimum of two years of professional experience in the domain of global public health and migration health-related issues, including in the context of humanitarian situations;
– experience in project development and management would be an added advantage;
– proven skills in coordinating multidisciplinary teams and establishing and maintaining working relations with senior government officials, UN agencies, NGOs, and Donors, including familiarity with the humanitarian cluster system;
– demonstrated ability to identify, approach, and coordinate with stakeholders of diverse backgrounds and levels of expertise;
– demonstrated ability to supervise and direct staff and create a team-oriented environment;
– demonstrated ability and willingness to travel and work under challenging areas/situations, and drive for results.

Skills

– Effective organizational skills and ability to establish priorities and plans, ability to work under pressure and cope with deadlines;
– Good written and spoken communications skills, good interpersonal skills, ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
– strong level of analytical skills and computer literacy.

Languages

– Fluency in English and Arabic is required
– Working knowledge of French is an advantage

Required Competencies

Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency: maintain 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.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 1

• 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 action and delegated work.
• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 3

• Leadership: provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the organization’s vision; assists others to realize and develop their potential.
• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

Other

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 and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighbouring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighbouring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their updated CV with a cover letter to hrdlibya@iom.int , by 20 April 2022 at the latest, mentioning the job title and the reference code (SVN.LY10.2022.03) in the subject line. Emails without such indication will not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting period:
From 13.04.2022 to 20.04.2022