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Migration health nurse

VACANCY NOTICE

Open to Internal and External Candidates


Position Title : Migration Health Nurse

Duty Station : Warsaw, Poland

Classification : Ungraded estimated salary (PLZ 96,000 Per Annum)

Type of Appointment : Nine months, with high possibility of extension

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of

migration and 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.
Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) or Chief Migration Health Officer
(C MHO) and the direct supervision of the Chief Migration Health Officer (CMHO) or Chief
Migration Health Nurse (CMHN) or Senior Migration Health Nurse, the successful candidate
wi ll be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities in relation to the Migration
Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) in Warsaw, Poland:

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

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:

a. Medical examinations,

i. Such as checking vital signs, weight, height, visual acuity;
ii. Blood, urine or sputum collection as required;

b. Imaging;
c. Laboratory testing;
d. Vaccinations;
e. TB management;
f. Treatment and referrals;
g. Pre-departure procedures and medical movements;
h. Documentation, certification and information transmission; and,

i. 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

  • Bachelor’s degree in Administration Management/ Medical Administration or a related

field from an accredited academic institution with at least two years of relevant working
experience or

  • Secondary School Diploma with at least four years of relevant working experience

Experience

  • Two years relevant professional experience, preferably in administrative support or

similar roles;

  • Working with refugees/migrants in a medical setting is an advantage;
  • Previous working experience with NGOs or international organizations is an

advantage;

  • Demonstrated accuracy in handling and reporting data.

Other Skills

  • Strong computer skills – Word, Excel and Internet; past experience with Movement

Language

  • For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
  • Working knowledge of Ukrainian, Russian and/or Polish is an advantage.

Required Values

Inclusion & respect for diversity

  • Celebrates diversity in all its forms
  • Shows respect and sensitivity towards gender, culture, race and ethnicity, religion,

sexual orientation, political conviction and other differences.

  • Encourages the inclusion of all team members and stakeholders while demonstrating

the ability to work constructively with people from different backgrounds and
orientations.

  • Promotes the benefits of diversity; values diverse points of view and demonstrates this

in daily work and decision making.

  • Proactively addresses any prejudice, biases and intolerance in the workplace.
  • Actively contributes to creating and maintaining a safe, harmonious, and respectful

working environment free from all forms of discrimination, harassment, (including
sexual harassment) and abuse of authority
Integrity & transparency

  • Upholds and promotes the United Nations Charter, IOM’s Standards of Conduct and

Unified Staff Regulations and Rules.

  • Delivers on commitments; manages the Organization’s resources honestly, reliably

and sustainably.

  • Embraces and encourages transparency, balancing this with the need for discretion

and confidentiality as appropriate.

  • Maintains impartiality and takes prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical

behavior.

  • Does not abuse one’s position and acts without consideration of personal gain. Is

motivated by professional rather than personal concerns.

  • Respects the principle of independence and neither seeks, nor accepts, instructions

from Member States.
Professionalism

  • Demonstrates professional competence, mastery of subject matter and a willingness

to improve knowledge and skills.

  • Seeks to raise professional standards in oneself and others through daily work and

activities.

  • Is cognizant that taking certain courses of action may threaten the reputation of the

Organization.

  • Shows self-control and persistence when faced with difficult problems; remains calm

in stressful situations.

  • Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and

achieving results.

  • Has a commitment to professional development.

Courage

  • Does the right thing, even in particularly challenging and difficult situations.
  • Shows resilience and respect in the face of adversity.
  • Is decisive and versatile when faced with uncertainty and adapts quickly to change.

Is prepared to take calculated risks to achieve the objectives of the Organization.

  • Willing to speak up to protect others when misconduct or wrongdoing occurs.
  • Is able to provide honest and constructive feedback to peers, direct reports or a

supervisor.
Empathy

  • Is able to stand in another person’s shoes and consider a situation from another

perspective, even if one doesn’t agree with it.

  • Supports and relates to others; actively seeks to emotionally understand what

other people may be feeling.

  • Is fully present when working with others, actively listening and engaging.
  • Encourages collaboration through a willingness to consider multiple perspectives

and opinions.
Required Competencies

Teamwork

  • Establishes strong relationships with colleagues and partners; relates well to

people at all levels.

  • Is fully aware of the team purpose, respects and understands individual and

collective responsibilities.

  • Willingly puts in extra effort without being asked and adopts a hands-on approach

whenever necessary to achieve team objectives.

  • Coordinates own work with that of the team to meet agreed priorities and

deadlines.
Delivering Results

  • Produces quality results and provides quality services to Member States, donors,

beneficiaries, and counterparts (clients).

  • Meets goals and timelines for delivery of products or services.
  • Manages time and resources efficiently, monitoring progress and making

adjustments as necessary.

  • Shows understanding of own role and responsibilities in relation to expected

results.
Managing and Sharing Knowledge

  • Keeps abreast of new developments in own field of competence and creates

opportunities for knowledge management initiatives.

  • Shares knowledge and learning willingly, and proactively seeks to learn from the

experiences of others.4 Puts new learning into practice and draws on diverse sources of ideas and

inspiration.

  • Contributes to the identification of improvements to work processes and assists in

implementing them.
Accountability

  • Accepts personal responsibility for quality and timeliness of work.
  • Takes ownership of all responsibilities within own role and honours commitments

to others and to the Organization.

  • Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules.
  • Accepts and gives constructive criticism; acknowledges and corrects mistakes and

applies lessons learned for improvement.
Communication

  • Presents information using language and a sequence of ideas that is easy for

recipients to understand.

  • Adapts communication to the recipient’s needs, asks questions to clarify, and

exhibits interest in having two-way communication.

  • Encourages others to share their views, using active listening to demonstrate

openness and to build understanding of different perspectives.

  • Listens carefully and genuinely to the views and positions of others; acts on

received information.
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.

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