"http://schema.org/BlogPosting" readability="58.7919605078">
The
International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) – Since its
creation in 1863, the ICRC’s sole objective has been to ensure
protection and assistance for victims of armed conflict and
strife. It does so through its direct action around the world, as
well as by encouraging the development of
international humanitarian law (IHL)
and promoting respect for it by governments and all weapon
bearers. Its story is about the development of humanitarian
action, the Geneva Conventions and the Red Cross and Red Crescent
Movement.
We are looking for a suitable candidate to fill the vacancy
below:
Job Title: Medical Field Officer
Location: Yola
Main Responsibilities
- Assists the ICRC Health Delegate in running ICRC Primary
Health Care PHC) in Adamawa State
- Participate to the organizations of seminars
- Replaces other Field Officers whenever necessary.
- Provides support to the field activities in any sub
delegation whenever needed.
- Organises and implements midwifery training together with
ICRC Reproductive Health (RH) focal person
- Participates with emergency responses in the field
Required Qualification and Experience
- A medical doctor with 3 years Primary Health related
experience with knowledge in Reproductive Health
- Able to use Microsoft office efficiently
- Team leadership skills, with interest in teaching and
facilitation of the learning process
- Experience working with an International Organizaton is an
asset
- Fluent in Hausa, Fulani and very good command in written
and spoken English
- Excellent knowledge of Nigeria health system and in
particular the Adamawa State
- Excellent analytical and communication skills
Personal Requirements
- Strongly motivated by humanitarian work
- Punctual, reliable, confirmed organisational skills
- Sound empathy when dealing with people/beneficiaries
- Adaptability and capacity to integrate changes
- Ability to work independently and capacity to take
initiatives when appropriate
- Team-work oriented with sound communication skills
Method of Application
Interested and qualified should send their application letter,
curriculum vitae, and contact details of three referees to:
The Administrator
ICRC Abuja,
31 Pope John Paul II Street,
Maitama,
Abuja.
Or
The Administrator,
ICRC Yola Office,
No 5 Girei Street,
GRA Jimeta,
Yola,
Adamawa State.
Note:
- Please clearly indicate “Medical Field Officer” on your
envelope
- Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
- The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an
impartial, neutral and independent organisation whose
exclusively humanitarian mission to protect the lives and
dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of
violence and to provide them with assistance.
Application Deadline 29th May, 2015