Expedited National Migration Health Nurse Officer at the International Organization for Migration (IOM)

The International Organization for Migration (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. 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.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Expedited National Migration Health Nurse Officer

Job ID: 14610
Locations:  Lagos
Employment Type: Contract
Job Schedule: Full-time
Job Shift: Day
Contract Type: Special Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)
Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice
Recruiting Type: National Officer
Grade: NO-A

Job Description

• Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.
• For the purpose of this vacancy, internal candidates are considered first-tier candidates.

Context:

• Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) in Nigeria for administrative matters, and the direct supervision of the Chief Migration Health Officer (CMHO) and the Regional Nurse Coordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing clinical, administrative and project management support for migration health assessments and treatment of refugees assisted by the Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) Nigeria.

Responsibilities
Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Coordinate and monitor nursing operations within the Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) facilitating smooth delivery of health assessment activities, including: logistic preparation for screening, handling and safekeeping of individual medical files, facilitating the collection of biodata and medical history, ensuring identity checks of the applicants and confidentiality of information throughout the screening process in Migration Health Assessment Center (MHAC) and Medical Mission sites.
• Assist in coordinating technical and administrative activities in Health Assessment Programme and contribute to the planning and implementation of resettlement and other migration health programs.This assistance includes the compiling and organizing data, reports and documentation related to health assessments.
• Contribute to maintaining compliance that these programmes fulfil the technical requirements of the resettlement countries, including standardization, Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) of all aspects of the medical examination and documentation process.
• Support the CMHO in planning, implementing, and monitoring the health assessment programs as follows:
  • Coordinating administrative duties and leaves of the staff under their supervision.
  • Tracking and ensuring proper inventory management of medical supplies, equipment, and pharmaceuticals, including monitoring expiry dates.
  • Identifying areas for improvement for the migration health assessment programmes and supporting the implementation of best practices.
  • Support coordination with various health service providers, other departments in the mission, other IOM Missions and MHD/HQ on clinical, administrative and financial matters.
• Monitor the proper identification and handling of biological samples, maintain strict client confidentiality. Supervise the specimen collection procedure including sputum collection, TB screening processes and ensure proper treatment adherence. Coordinate, monitor, and conduct fitness to travel check and any other heath assessment related activities in the camp clinics.
• Facilitate the planning and coordination vaccination activities ensuring compliance with the best practices and recommendations according to the technical instruction.
• Contribute to the communicable disease prevention, health education and hygiene promotion activities of Transits centers and other migration health facilities.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external partners include health service providers, panel physicians, other clinicians (e.g., consultants), and IOM Migration Health and Operations staff in the mission.
• Identify training needs of the Nurses and Auxiliary staff, contributing to the development of training plan and support on the capacity building of the Nurses and Auxiliary staff under CMHO guidance.
• Perform escort duties and duty travel as required.
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications
Education:

• Master’s Degree in Nursing or a related field from an accredited academic institution
• Bachelors Degree in Nursing with two years of relevant professional experience.
• A valid license to practice nursing in the country of duty station, if applicable.

Experience:

• Clinical experience as a registered Nurse;
• Experience in TB programmes, migration health, disease control, and public health of refugees and migrants as Nurse in an international organization, UN agency or hospital;
• Good writing, communication and negotiation skills;
• Good knowledge of nursing principles, techniques and procedures: knowledge of public health as well as general migration related issues;
• Demonstrated ability to maintain detail, accuracy and confidentiality at all levels of the health assessment process;
• Good level of computer literacy;
• Knowledge of specialized medical software is required. Knowledge of eMedical and Mimosa Web is an advantage.
• Experience in procurement procedures and inventory management an added advantage

Skills:

• Familiarity with IOM’s administrative, financial, and business rules and practices; and
• Excellent proven written and oral communication skills; ability to clearly communicate health-related topics to non-health audiences; and,
• Ability to work in close coordination with a broad range of different units, divisions, and colleagues on various topics/initiatives to achieve a common objective

Languages:

• External applicants for all positions in the Professional category are required to be proficient in English and have at least a working knowledge of one additional UN Language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish).
• For all applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
• IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.
• Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• 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 committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioral indicators (Level 2)

• 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 actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies – behavioral indicators (Level 2) (applicable only if position is with direct reports)

• 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 leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

Application Closing Date
29th April, 2025, 00:59.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Notes

• Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
• This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
• This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.