Open to Internal and External Candidates

 Position Title: Panel Physician

Duty Station: Kyiv, Ukraine

Classification: NO-A

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

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date : 1 March 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 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 supervision of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), the candidate will work, together with IOM physicians, mainly on medical health activities and will be responsible for the implementation of IOM migration health activities in Ukraine.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Provide quality migration health assessments according to technical and public health requirements of the receiving countries such USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and other countries, if applicable.
2. Ensure that immigration health assessment programmes fulfil the requirements of the resettlement countries, including standardization of all aspects of the medical examination and documentation process; medical treatment programmes and immunization programmes.
3. Preserve privacy and confidentiality of obtained information from the examinees.
4. Assist the CMO, and IOM physicians to classify abnormal cases, to recommend furtherance of abnormal cases, when appropriate, and finalize “on hold” cases, as necessary.
5. Actively participate in organization of the pre-departure check-ups and perform medical escort duties as well as medical procurements related to the health assessment programmes.
6. Ensure that all relevant data generated by IOM health programmes is collected systematically and in a standardized manner.  Assist in analysis, presentation and publication of migration health programmes as necessary or as required by clients.
7. Assist in development and implementation migration health activities and programs on HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and mental health in collaboration with national, regional and international partners, agencies and organizations and in close coordination with relevant Missions.
8. Assist in non-health assessment related programme development activities in coordination with the CMO and the Chief of Mission.
9. Ensure that all relevant data gathered through research activities in collaboration with partners are consolidated, analysed and/or published as necessary.
10. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master’s Degree of medical doctor (preferably in internal medicine, cardiology, pulmonology or emergency medicine) with licence to practice in Ukraine from an accredited academic institution; or
• University degree of medical doctor (preferably in internal medicine, cardiology, pulmonology or emergency medicine) with licence to practice in Ukraine from an accredited academic institution with two years of professional work experience.

Experience

• Two years professional experience. Working in international organizations and experience in practicing of evidence based medicine will be an advantage.
• Computer literacy and good knowledge of the MS Office application; excellent written and communication skills; possesses liaison and negotiation skills; strong organizational capability; proven written and analytical skills; effective resource management skills; ability to work well under pressure; proven ability to produce quality work to set deadlines.

Languages

Fluency in English, Ukrainian and Russian is required.

Required Competencies

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency: maintains 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 commited manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies

• 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

• 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 and 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 special vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and security clearances.

A prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station and work permit, as applicable.

This vacancy is open to internal and external candidates.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications on IOM Personal History Form (https://iom.org.ua/sites/default/files/personal_history_form_0.xls) to [email protected] by 1 March 2022 at the latest, referring to this advertisement in the subject line of your message.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting period:

From 15.02.2022 to 01.03.2022