Assistant Medical Officer (Duration 6 months), NOA at United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON)

Responsibilities
CLINICAL DUTIES:

• Participates in running the UNHCR clinic in Dadaab established for the purpose of providing assessment, stabilization and treatment of medical, surgical or obstetric emergency cases in the field environment
• Assists in coordination with relevant ministry of health teams in contact tracking and surveillance of infectious disease cases
• Perform day-to-day clinical duties, e.g. attending to walk-in clinic,
• Assist with the coordination of medical evacuations, emergencies,
• Carry out pre-placement and periodic medical examinations,
• Immunizations, travel advice;
• Refer staff to and follow up with outside specialists as necessary;
• Support in provision of health education and medical counselling to clients;
• Participate in addressing work environment and occupational health issues;
• Emergency response on 24/7 basis, as and when required; be on call during and outside office hours to observe and treat emergencies in the clinic.
• Undertake house calls and hospital rounds when required.

MEDICO-ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES:

• Liaise with other dispensaries and host nation medical facilities;
• Follow the United Nations established policies and procedures regarding medical clearances, sick leave and medical evacuations;
• Recommend medical evacuation when required;
• Responsible for all paperwork and reporting procedures for medical evacuations in line with UN Rules and procedures;
• Ensure proper follow up on all cases;
• Application of terms of reference in Administration manuals for rules and regulations regarding UN clinic operations;
• Supports the supervision and distribution of work for the nurses and other staff assigned to the clinic;
• Contributes to establishing good relations with reliable hospitals, private medical facilities and blood banks at the duty station.

SUPERVISORY ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES:

• Contribute in ensuring that appropriate training programs are implemented to maintain and develop the medical capabilities e.g. health awareness, infection prevention, mass casualty response;
• Undertake medical clearance according to UN guidelines and procedures;
• Undertake ‘outpatient’ treatment and immunization requirements;
• Participates in regular reporting on clinic activities, medical facilities available locally and other statistical information as may be required;
• Supervise and manage the performance of the JMS nurse based at the duty station;
• Assist in collecting and analyzing data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting; (g) Supports in documentation of requirements and background information used for data analysis.   4. Perform other related duties as required

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM:

• Knowledge of and hands on experience in clinical medicine.
• Shows pride in work and in achievements.
• Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter.
• The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns.
• Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges. Remains calm in stressful situations.
• Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

COMMUNICATION:

• Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately.
• Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience.
• Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

PLANNING & ORGANIZING:

• Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required.
• Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work.
• Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning.
• Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently.

Education

• A first-level degree (Bachelor’s degree in medicine and surgery, MBChB) with two additional years of relevant work experience is required.
• Proficiency in computer skills, particularly in MS Office software and use of databases, is required.
• 1 year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

Job – Specific Qualification

• Full registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists’ council with a license to practice medicine is required.
• Certification in occupational health and safety is desirable.

Work Experience

• A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in clinical medical practice in field environment, hospital environment, pre-hospital environment or related area is required.
• At least two years’ experience working in Accident and Emergency unit or Intensive care unit is required.

Languages

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. Kiswahili is required