Open to Internal and External Candidates
Position Title : Migration Health Nurse Assistant
Duty Station : Ratchaburi, Thailand
Classification : General Service (G-3, THB 49,198.25 per month)
Type of Appointment : One Year Fixed-Term Contract
Initial 12 months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 23 January 2024
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.
1. ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT AND SCOPE:
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Thailand implements a range of national and regional projects aimed at addressing migration challenges and delivering increased protection and assistance to vulnerable migrants in partnership with government, civil society, and private sector counterparts.
Under the overall supervision of Chief Migration Health Officer (CMHO) and the direct supervision of the Senior Migration Health Nurse in Bangkok, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties.
2. RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:
The successful candidate will have the following duties and responsibilities:
- Assist IOM nurse during health assessments;
- Prepare daily documentation: master lists, medical forms and daily reports;
- Assist IOM Nurse to collect medical history, measure vital signs, weigh, height, visual acuity and X-ray processing;
- Assist physicians during physical examination, if required;
- Assist IOM nurse to collect results or testing from external service providers;
- Assist IOM nurse to administer vaccinations;
- Assist IOM nurse to provide tuberculosis (TB) education and counselling to the TB patients and family members and provide treatment for tuberculosis under DOT and report to IOM Nurse, if required;
- Assisting IOM laboratory in the collection of biological specimen from refugee (Blood, urine and sputum);
- Following the essentials while performing specimen collection:
- Prior to specimen collection, to give a counselling to refugees or guardians in case of specimen collection is to be done in children.
- Safety awareness while collecting biological specimen.
- Supervise collection of specimens, if requested;
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned by supervisors.
3. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION
- High School Diploma with minimum three years of relevant working experience;
- University degree from accredited academic institution with minimum one year of relevant working experience.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
EXPERIENCE
- Experience working with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization with a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.
SKILLS
- Computer literacy (MS Office suite - Word, Excel, Access) is required.
4. LANGUAGES
- Fluency in Thai and English (oral and written) is required.
- Working Knowledge of Burmese and Karen is an advantage.
5. DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES:
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
Values
- Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
- 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 – behavioural indicators level 1
- Teamwork: Establishes strong relationships with colleagues and partners; relates well to people at all levels.
- Delivering results: Manages time and resources efficiently, monitoring progress and making adjustments as necessary.
- Managing and sharing knowledge: Shares knowledge and learning willingly, and proactively seeks to learn from the experiences of others.
- Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities within own role and honours commitments to others and to the Organization.
- Communication: Encourages others to share their views, using active listening to demonstrate openness and to build understanding of different perspectives.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via IOM e-Recruitment system within the above said deadline referring to this advertisement. Please attach the following documents in your application.
Other
- Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
- 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. Vaccination against COVID-19 will be required for IOM personnel who are hired or otherwise engaged by IOM. As part of the mandatory medical entry on duty clearance, candidates will be requested to provide evidence of full vaccination.
- 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.
- Only applicants who meet the above qualification will be considered.
For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: Careers | IOM Thailand.
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