International NGO Safety Organisation (INSO) - Founded in 2011, the International NGO Safety Organisation (INSO) is a British charity that supports the safety of aid workers by establishing safety coordination platforms in insecure contexts. INSO provides registered NGOs with a range of free services including real-time incident tracking, analytical reports, safety related data and mapping, crisis management support, staff orientations and training.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic Trainer
Location: Abuja
Job Summary
The EMT-Trainer will apply his/her medical background and training skills in the development and delivery of various training courses.
He/she will also be responsible for monitoring and advising on the operational application of the training on an ongoing basis after the event.
Major Responsibilities
Personally, deliver classroom inputs and facilitate dynamic and interesting training courses as directed by the line manager, to include:
Hostile Environment First Aid Training (HEFAT)
Hostile Environment Individual Safety Training (HEIST)
Other relevant training as directed.
Organize trainings’ logistics, prepare training schedules, be responsible for advertising, planning & preparation for courses under the supervision of the training manager
Promote the development of new training courses with the line manager utilizing adult learning methodologies.
Prepare post-training reports to the training manager with lessons learned and analysis
Assist the training manager in the day to day running of the country programme and provide support to operations where required.
Manage all medical equipment and supplies.
Qualifications and Experience
Qualified Paramedic, nurse, or doctor with at least 3 years remote/emergency medical experience. Candidate will be able to provide a valid certification
Medical/First Aid trainer qualifications
Experience as a trainer with both academic and practical experience and up to date knowledge of sector specific trends and developments.
Good knowledge of Word, Excel, Power Point and Internet
Good working knowledge of English (written and spoken)
Skills:
Ability to work in a fast paced, multi-cultural and close-knit team to deliver tangible results on a deadline
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proactivity and problem-solving skills
Preferred Characteristics:
Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) qualifications
At least 1-year humanitarian experience
Familiarity with the philosophy, priorities, and principles of humanitarian NGOs and NGO approaches to security
User knowledge of GPS, Thuraya satellite phone and VHF communications.
Required Knowledge:
Basic and advanced emergency medical and life-sustaining techniques, including cardiac care, trauma and shock care, ventilation and other CPR techniques
Basic algebra, pharmacology, and chemistry for the administration of drug modalities
Human anatomy and physiology
Medical terminology and billing
Administration of emergency medical techniques and use of specialized equipment associated with advanced life support
Use of rescue tools and equipment
Extrication techniques
Patient assessment.
Application Closing Date
12th May, 2024.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their complete applications to: [email protected]using "EMT-Trainer" as the subject of the email.
Applications should include the following documents:
Updated CV.
Cover letter detailing why you are interested in working for INSO and how your qualifications align with this role.
Note: Please do not send any additional information. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.