Migration Health Nurse (Ref: VN#TR/2021/245)

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Vacancy Notice Number:

VN#TR/2021/245

Position Title:

Migration Health Nurse

Duty Station:

Ankara - Turkey

Classification:

One Year Fixed Term Graded Contract (G5)– with possible extension

Deadline of Applications:

29 October 2021

Number of People to be hired

1

Eligibility:

Internal & External Candidates

 

General Functions:  

 

Under the overall supervision of the Chief Migration Health Officer (CMHO) and the direct supervision of the Migration Health Officer (CMHO) and technical 2nd line supervision of Senior Migration Health Nurse, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities in relation to the Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) in Ankara, Turkey.

 

Major Duties and 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: 
    1. Medical examinations,
      • Such as checking vital signs, weight, height, visual acuity;
      • Blood, urine or sputum collection as required;
    2. Imaging;
    3. Laboratory testing;
    4. Vaccinations;
    5. TB management;
    6. Treatment and referrals;
    7. Pre-departure procedures and medical movements;
    8. Documentation, certification and information transmission; and,
    9. Other technical areas as may be required.
  2. Provide information and detailed explanations to the migrants and/or refugees in relation to:
    1. The migration health assessment process; and,
    2. Treatments and referrals.
  3. Ensure proper identification and follow-up by:
    1. Comprehensive history taking;
    2. Accurate and thorough Bio-data collection;
    3. Ensuring ID verification for each step of the health assessment process; and,
    4. 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:

 

Education:

  • Nursing Degree with a minimum of three years relevant clinical experience and a valid license to practice nursing in Turkey (if applicable).

 

Experience:

  • At least two years’ experience in computer data entry, elaboration and analysis or in a call centre in a Excellent technical skills, including in phlebotomy.
  • Training or working experience in the areas of Tuberculosis management, mass immunizations, communicable diseases, laboratory testing or public health is an advantage.
  • Computer literacy required: MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Access)

 

Languages:

  • Fluency in English and Turkish is required.
  • Working knowledge of languages used by refugees/migrants in Turkey is advantageous.

 

 

Required Competencies       

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

 

Values

  • Inclusion and respect for diversity:

• Shows respect and sensitivity towards gender, culture, 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 with different backgrounds and orientations.

• Promotes the benefits of diversity; values diverse points of view and demonstrate this in daily work and decision making.

• Challenges prejudice, biases and intolerance in the workplace.

 

  • Integrity and transparency:

• Upholds and promotes the Standards of Conduct and Unified Staff Regulations and Rules.

• Delivers on commitments; manages the organization’s resources 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 behaviour.

• Does not abuse one’s position and acts without consideration of personal gain. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns.

 

  • Professionalism:

• Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter and willingness to improve knowledge and skills.

• Seeks to raise professional standards in self and others through daily work and activities.

• Adapts quickly to change and is decisive and versatile in face of uncertainty.

• Shows self-control and persistence when faced with difficult problems and remains calm in stressful situations.

• Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.

 

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 1

 

  • 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 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.

• 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 apply lessons learned for improvement.

 

  • Communication:

•Presents information using language and 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, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

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.

Please be advised that this is a local position and as such only applications from candidates with a valid residence / working permit residing in Turkey will be considered.

 

How to Apply:

 

Interested candidates are requested to submit their application including the most recent CV with a cover letter in English with contact details (name, position, phone and e-mail details) of three references by indicating  name of the position applied with its VN number in the subject line of the e-mail or to IOM Birlik Mahallesi Sehit Kurbani Akboga Sok. No:24  06610, Çankaya, Ankara Turkey by the end of 29 October 2021.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

IOM

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.
With 165 member states, a further 8 states holding observer status and offices in over 100 countries, 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 works to help ensure the orderly and humane management of migration, to promote international cooperation on migration issues, to assist in the search for practical solutions to migration problems and to provide humanitarian assistance to migrants in need, including refugees and internally displaced people.
The IOM Constitution recognizes the link between migration and economic, social and cultural development, as well as to the right of freedom of movement.
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