Field Site Manager
International Medical Corps is a nonprofit humanitarian organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering by providing medical relief, health care training, and development programs that build self-reliance. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in under-served communities worldwide. International Medical Corps has responded to every major disaster of the last 30 years, delivering more than $2 billion in assistance and training in more than 70 countries. International Medical Corps is working in support of the Government of Nepal’s response efforts. We were among the first INGOs on the ground and operational following the earthquake, providing medical treatment and essential supplies. Our technical staff on the ground now includes physicians, nurses, surgeons, as well as specialists in water, sanitation and hygiene, mental health and psycho-social support and nutrition.
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BACKGROUND
International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development projects. Established in in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses to address the critical need for medical care in war-torn Afghanistan during the Soviet occupation, International Medical Corps is working in more than 35 countries, focused on addressing humanitarian needs of the most vulnerable while also supporting training and capacity-building.
International Medical Corps mobilized its Emergency Response Team in April just days after the earthquake. In the immediate aftermath, International Medical Corps operated mobile medical units, supporting rebuilding of critical WASH infrastructure, and provided support to Government services and the population. As the need shifts from relief to transition and recovery, International Medical Corps is supporting orthopedic and physiotherapy services for injured persons, the rebuilding of damaged or destroyed health posts, restarting local agricultural production and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) interventions.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Manage International Medical Corps' field office in Gorkha Bazaar ensuring that all departments are managed according to applicable procedures (HR, Finance, Communications, Programmes, Logistics) including warehouse space
• Ensure adherence to International Medical Corps housing policy
• Stakeholder Mapping: Responsible for researching and recording humanitarian and local authority activities, to identify program gaps and to strengthen coordination of activities and general relationships with other organizations
• Reporting: Facilitate and assure accurate and well-documented reporting internally within International Medical Corps
• Security: Ensure monitoring of the security situation by the security focal point and ensure implementation of security rules and regulations
• Representation and Outreach Represent International Medical Corps to donor bodies, the Ministry of Health and Poopulation, UN agencies, other NGOs and local authorities (CDO, LDO).
• Other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.
SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS: (Training/education/experience/physical demands required; provide 6-8 requirements)
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• University degree in International Development and/or in a relevant field of study • Three years experience in program management, logistics and security of which at least one year in developing countries or resource deprived environment • Supervisory experience preferred • Familiarity with international humanitarian operations, coordination structures, and the mandates of donors, UN agencies, and other NGOs • Profound cross-cultural awareness and insight into health care issues • Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently • Extremely flexible, and have the ability to cope with stressful situations and frustrations • Ability to relate to and motivate local staff effectively • Creativity and the ability to work with limited resources • Excellent decision making skills • Team player and strong communication skills, both oral and written • Proficient in computer applications, especially with MS Word and MS Excel, MS PowerPoint a plus |
Overview
| Category | Administrative / Management |
| Openings | 1 |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Education | Post Graduate / Masters in related field. |
| Posted Date | 28 Sep, 2015 |
| Apply Before | 28 Oct, 2015 |
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