Call for Applications: Consultant (Roster)-Medical Escorts (Various Speciality Area)

Introduction

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.<br><br>&nbsp;

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Project Context and Scope

The International Organization for Migration (IOM)-Migration Health Division (MHD), through its Migration Health Assessment Centers (MHACs) in Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, and Mirpur, provides operational support to the Government of Pakistan and relevant partner governments in addressing the health needs of immigrants and refugees.

IOM–MHD Pakistan is strengthening its engagement in migration and health, with a particular emphasis on streamlining the medical movement of beneficiaries with significant medical conditions. This strategic approach seeks to deliver specialized medical services through the engagement of highly skilled medical professionals, thereby supporting IOM’s mandate to facilitate humane and orderly migration.

<br>Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and the direct supervision of the Chief Migration Health Officer (CMHO) in Pakistan, the Medical Escort will conduct pre-travel medical assessments, provide clinical management during transit, and hand over beneficiaries to the appropriate counterparts in the destination country.

Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing

The Migration Health Assessment Programme (HAP) of MHD, established in 2007 by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Pakistan, provides health services for migrants, including refugees. Migration health assessments aim to safeguard public and individual migrant’s health and minimize the health impacts of human mobility, in line with the 2005 International Health Regulations.

Tasks to be performed under this contract

Education

University Degree in Medicine from an accredited academic institution;

A valid license to practice in the country of his/her residence/citizenship;

Experience

Minimum of two years of clinical experience post-residency/specialty training;&nbsp;

Proven expertise or post-graduate diploma/degree in clinical specialization in the fields of Internal Medicine/Cardiology/Pulmonology/Emergency or Trauma Medicine/Pediatrics/Obstetrics-Gynecology and Psychiatry;

Clinical expertise and/or specialization in public health, health care administration, or healthcare management is an advantage;

Professional continuous clinical experience, preferably in a multidisciplinary hospital setting. The last clinical posting should be within the last two years;

Good knowledge of standards of care in clinical medicine;

Excellent bedside manner;

Knowledge of patient safety and infection prevention and control;&nbsp;

Skills

Clinical Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Languages

For this consultancy, proficiency in English and Urdu is required.

However, advantage will be given to the candidates having knowledge of Dari &amp; Pashtu language.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this&nbsp;<a href="https://www.iom.int/sites/g/files/tmzbdl486/files/about-iom/Competency_Framework-EN.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">link</a>. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

<strong>Values&nbsp;</strong>- all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

<strong>Inclusion and respect for diversity</strong>: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.

<strong>Integrity and transparency</strong>: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

<strong>Professionalism</strong>: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

<strong>Courage</strong>: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.

<strong>Empathy</strong>: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

<strong>Core Competencies</strong>&nbsp;– behavioural indicators

<strong>Teamwork</strong>: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

<strong>Delivering results</strong>: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

<strong>Managing and sharing knowledge</strong>: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.

<strong>Accountability</strong>: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.

<strong>Communication</strong>: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.&nbsp;

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, security clearances.

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&nbsp;<a href="https://fa-evlj-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">IOM e-Recruitment</a>&nbsp;system&nbsp;(for internal candidates link&nbsp;<a href="https://fa-evlj-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/fscmUI/redwood/internalmobility" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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