Nurse – Migration Health

Vacancy Notice No:VN#NP/06/18

Open to Internal and External Candidates

Position Title: Nurse – Migration Health

Duty Station: Kathmandu, Nepal

Classification: General Service Staff, Grade 5

Type of Appointment: One Year Fixed Term,  with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date  : June 12, 2018

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. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Context: 

Under the overall supervision of the International Migration Health Physician (IMHP) and the direct supervision of the Head Nurse, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities in relation to the Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) in Kathmandu, Nepal.

Core Functions / Responsibilities: 

1. Perform daily nursing activities in the Migration Health Assessment Center (MHAC) to fulfil the technical requirements of the resettlement countries in the areas of:
   1. Medical examinations,
      1. Such as checking vital signs, weight, height, visual acuity; 
      2. 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:

• The migration health assessment process; and,
• Treatments and referrals.

• Comprehensive history taking;
• Accurate and thorough Bio-data collection;
• Ensuring ID verification for each step of the health assessment process; and,
• Keeping a register of applicants who undergo health investigations and testing.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution with three years of clinical experience. 

 Or

• Completed High School Degree in Nursing with 5 years’ work experience in related field.

Experience 

• Valid license to practice Nursing in Nepal. 
• 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, Nepali is required. 

Required Competencies

Behavioural 

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms
• Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders
• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others
• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience
• Creativity and Initiative – Proactively develops new ways to resolve problems
• Leadership and Negotiation – Convinces others to share resourcesô€‚ƒ Presents goals as shared interests
• Performance Management – Provides constructive feedback to colleagues Provides fair, accurate, timely, and constructive staff evaluations 
• Planning and Organizing - Sets clear and achievable goals consistent with agreed priorities for self and others Identifies priority activities and assignments for self and others Organizes and documents work to allow for planned and unplanned handovers Identifies risks and makes contingency plans
• Professionalism -  displays mastery of subject matter
• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.
• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
• Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

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. Only Nepali Nationals will be considered for this position

How to apply:

Interested Candidates are requested to submit their application indicating clearly the position applied, VN number and CV with three references to the following address: Human Resource Department, International Organization for Migration, P.O. Box 25503, Baluwatar, Kathmandu or email to iomnepaljobs@iom.int by 12 June 2018. Only short listed candidates will be called for interview.

Posting period:

From 30.05.2018 to 12.06.2018