Chief Migration Health Officer

Job Posting Organization:
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) was established in 1951 and is a Related Organization of the United Nations. It is the leading UN agency in the field of migration, working closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners to promote humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. IOM's mission includes saving lives and protecting people on the move, driving solutions to displacement, and facilitating pathways for regular migration. The organization is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. IOM operates in numerous countries worldwide, providing services and advice to governments and migrants, and is dedicated to harnessing the full potential of migration to strengthen its support to people on the move. IOM encourages applications from diverse backgrounds and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. The organization prioritizes applications from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates and those from non-represented member countries of IOM.

Job Overview:
The Chief Migration Health Officer will be responsible for the development, implementation, and management of the Health Assessment and other health programmes under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission (COM) and the technical supervision of the Regional Health Assessment Programme Coordinator (RHAPC). This role involves organizing and supervising the migration health assessment process to meet the technical requirements of resettlement countries, which includes medical examinations, imaging, laboratory testing, vaccinations, TB management, treatment and referrals, pre-departure procedures, and documentation. The officer will ensure that the infrastructure and equipment of Health Assessment Programme (HAP) premises meet professional standards of quality and safety, and that human resources are adequate for the planned levels of health assessments. The Chief Migration Health Officer will also establish a network of external human resources to support the health assessment process and ensure compliance with regulatory authorities. The role requires maintaining client-centered procedures, quality improvement systems, and effective communication with various stakeholders, including government authorities and health institutions. Additionally, the officer will oversee financial aspects of health programmes, coordinate procurement of medical supplies, and ensure confidentiality and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security of migration health data.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Chief Migration Health Officer will have a comprehensive set of duties and responsibilities, including: organizing and supervising the migration health assessment process; ensuring compliance with technical requirements for medical examinations, imaging, laboratory testing, vaccinations, and TB management; maintaining quality and safety standards for health assessment facilities; managing human resources and ensuring staff qualifications; liaising with government authorities and external partners; establishing client-centered procedures and feedback systems; conducting quality control activities; incorporating public health interventions; supervising health and non-health staff; developing staff training strategies; negotiating agreements with external service providers; overseeing financial aspects of health programmes; and organizing activities of mobile medical teams. The officer will also be responsible for conceptualizing and implementing migration health-related projects, advising on the integration of health assessment activities into overall migration programming, and identifying opportunities for expanding migration health activities.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a university degree in Medicine from an accredited academic institution, with preferred specializations in internal medicine, pediatrics, anesthesiology, emergency medicine, family medicine, obstetrics, or gynecology, along with a minimum of nine years of relevant professional experience, including at least three years in managerial roles. Alternatively, candidates may hold a university degree in Medicine with a Master's Degree in Community or Public Health or related fields, along with seven years of relevant experience, including three years in managerial roles. Accredited universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database. Candidates should also have professional continuous clinical experience, preferably in a multidisciplinary hospital setting or similar international clinic context, experience in migration health assessments, and demonstrated experience in health programme management and project development.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a university degree in Medicine from an accredited institution, with preferred specializations in areas such as internal medicine, pediatrics, anesthesiology, emergency medicine, family medicine, obstetrics, or gynecology. A Master's Degree in Community or Public Health, Medical Specialization in Infectious Diseases, Tropical Medicine, or other related fields is also acceptable, depending on the candidate's experience level. The degree must be from an accredited institution recognized by the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of nine years of relevant professional experience, with at least three years in managerial responsibilities. Alternatively, candidates with a Master's Degree in relevant fields should have seven years of experience, including three years in managerial roles. Experience in migration health assessments, health programme management, project development, and migration health emergency response is highly desirable. Continuous clinical experience in a multidisciplinary hospital setting or similar international clinic context is preferred, as well as demonstrated progressive experience in health programme management and report writing.

Languages:
Fluency in English, both oral and written, is required for this position. Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish) is considered an advantage. Proficiency in the required languages will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Additional Notes:
The position is internationally recruited and requires mobility. Candidates should be aware that any offer made is subject to funding confirmation and that the selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible for appointment in a similar position for a period of 24 months. Appointment is contingent upon all clearances, including medical and security, as well as accreditation and any residency or visa requirements. The vacancy closes at 23:59 local time in Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date, and late applications will not be accepted. IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, and discrimination. IOM conducts reference checks and background verification to ensure candidates have no record of misconduct. IOM does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process and only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM WAVE system.