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International Organization for Migration

National Migration Health Officer

Damascus, Syrian Arab RepublicGrade NO-BSpecial Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)IOM
9 days leftPosted Jun 21, 2026
  • Coordinate and implement IOM programme activities, including strengthening public health capacities at BCPs through assessments, procurement and supply management, capacity-building, emergency preparedness planning, staff training, cross-border coordination, and technical support to government counterparts in line with international standards.
  • Identify opportunities to expand the Migration Health Division portfolio aligned with national priorities and donor interests.
  • Participate in the development of program proposals, monitor donor trends, and promote IOM health initiatives in border health, outbreak preparedness, diaspora engagement, and health system strengthening.
  • Actively participate in relevant coordination meetings and cooperation with local health authorities (including MoH) and regularly participate in UN agency and health cluster coordination meetings to build partnerships and enhance synergies ensuring migrants, IDP, returnees are considered in responses.
  • Monitor implementation progress, prepare reports, and document best practices to support advocacy and operational improvements.
  • Maintain a high level of international health standards and scientific knowledge.
  • Conduct the Damascus MHAC’s migration health assessment process to fulfil the technical requirements of the resettlement countries in the areas of:

a. Medical examinations;

b. Imaging;

c. Laboratory testing;

d. Vaccinations;

e. TB management;

f. Treatment and referrals;

g. Pre-departure procedures and medical movements;

h. Documentation, certification and information transmission; and,

i. Other technical areas as may be required

8. Ensure proper identification of refugees and/ or migrants during the health assessment and record all relevant health information in standard forms; ensuring completeness and accuracy of the recorded information.

9. Coordinate the management of TB cases to ensure effective TB treatment.

10. Perform other duties as may be assigned.

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