Medical Field Officer Jobs at ICRC Nigeria

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The ICRC delegation is looking for suitable candidates, based in Port Harcourt to fill the following vacancy:

Medical Field Officer

Starting date: As soon as possible.

Main Responsibilities
The MFO will work under the direct supervision of the Health Delegate in Port Harcourt to
implement the following medical programme In Rivers State:

• Implementation and follow-up of an outreach programme, focusing on immunization Ongoing collaboration and coordination with the Ministry of Health
• Assessments of local health services and of health status/needs of targeted populations
• General assessments of health related Issues In the area of responsibility (significant health events; meetings with interlocutors; emergency needs).

Required Qualifications

• Registered Nursel Midwife, additional public health degree is an advantage
• Experience in immunization programme implementation
• Practical experience in public health
• Knowledge of health authorities and medical structures In the Niger Delta
• Excellent command of English, command of Okrika and/or Kalabari is MANDATORY
• Good knowledge in computer (MS Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
• Good Interpersonal skills and ability to develop a network of contacts
• Reliable and organized person
• Ability to achieve proper follow-up of the program, management of files/records
• Ability to work independently
• Flexible and open-minded personality
• Good workng spirit and ability to work in an international and multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to travel extensively within his area of responsibility
• Driving experience and valid driver's license is an advantage.

Assets

• Previous work experience with a humanitarian organization
• Familiar with Niger Delta geographical areas and cultural context
• Familiar with the work of the Red Cross in general.

What we offer
Interesting and rewarding work in a humanitarian and international environment
Attractive compensation

Application Deadline
17th February 2011

Method of Application
Interested candidates are Invited to submit their application (letter of motivation, CV, copies of certificates/diploma, references) to the following address. Not later than 17th February 2011

ICRC Port Harcourt Delegation
No 468 Orogbum Crescent/Ayaminima Street
GRA II, Port Harcourt
 
N/B:
Only complete files matching with the profile will be considered, notably only OKRIKA and/or KALABARI speaking candidates will be short-listed.   
Personal correspondences are non-returnable. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.