Job Title: MEDICAL
OFFICER, P-3
OFFICER, P-3
Department/ Office: International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda
Duty Station: ARUSHA
Posting Period: 10 April
2013-10 May 2013
2013-10 May 2013
Job Opening number: 13-MED-ICTR-27735-R-ARUSHA (T)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity,
Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organizational Setting and Reporting
United Nations International Criminal Tribunal for
Rwanda (ICTR), Registry, Division of Administrative Support Services. The
incumbent is directly under the supervision of the Chief Medical Officer.
Rwanda (ICTR), Registry, Division of Administrative Support Services. The
incumbent is directly under the supervision of the Chief Medical Officer.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Medical Officer
will be responsible for the following duties: (These duties are generic and may
not be carried out by all Medical Officers.):
will be responsible for the following duties: (These duties are generic and may
not be carried out by all Medical Officers.):
Clinical Duties:
- Undertakes day-to-day clinical duties, e.g.
walk-in clinic, emergencies, - Undertake day-to-day occupational health
duties: pre-placement and periodic medical examinations prepare UN staff
for travelling providing immunizations, malaria prophylaxis, travel kits,
etc. - Refers staff to outside specialists as
necessary. - Follows-up with outside specialists.
- Provides health education and health promotion
programs. - Participates in addressing work environment
and occupational health issues.
Medico Administrative Duties:
- Liaises with UN-Military Medical Units in the
mission and host-nation medical facilities. - Follows the United Nations established
policies and procedures regarding medical clearances, sick leave and
medical evacuations/repatriations. - Participates in drafting and implementation of
business continuity and crises preparedness plans for the duty
station/mission. - Deputizes for a more senior Medical Officer
during his/her absence.
Supervisory Administration:
- Manages day-to-day mission medical support
operations by ensuring availability of medical supplies and proper
functioning of medical equipment. - Ensures appropriate training programs are
implemented in order to maintain and develop the medical capabilities
(e.g. health education, HIV/AIDS prevention, first aid and CPR).
General:
- Performs other related duties as required.
Competencies
Professionalism:
- Knowledge of clinical, occupational and
tropical/travel medicine. - Formal training in CPR and, preferably in BCLS
and ACLS or equivalent emergency medical care. - Shows pride in work and in achievements;
demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; 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
audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people
informed.
Accountability:
- Takes ownership of all responsibilities and
honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility
within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance
with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides
oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes
personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work
unit, where applicable.
Client Orientation:
- Considers all those to whom services are
provided to be ‘clients’ and seeks to see things from clients’ point of
view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by
gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches
them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and
outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems;
keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline
for delivery of products or services to client.
Commitment to Continuous Learning:
- Keeps abreast of new developments in own
occupation/profession; actively seeks to develop oneself professionally
and personally; contributes to the learning of colleagues and
subordinates; shows willingness to learn from others; seeks feedback to
learn and improve.
Education
- Doctorate (MD) or equivalent in medicine,
including residency/internship in one of the medical specialties,
preferably internal medicine.
Work Experience
- A minimum of five years of progressively
responsible clinical experience in one of the areas of medicine.
Languages
- Fluency in one of the working languages of the
UN Secretariat, English or French, (both oral and written) is required;
knowledge of the other is desirable. - Knowledge of another UN official language is
an advantage.
Assessment Method
- Candidates will be evaluated based on the
eligibility criteria, technical assessment and competency-based Interview.
Special Notice
Extension of the appointment is subject to
Extension of the mandate and/or the availability of
Extension of the mandate and/or the availability of
the funds.
United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on
the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under
conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the
United Nations – Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a
non-smoking environment.
the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under
conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the
United Nations – Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a
non-smoking environment.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY
STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING,
OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON
APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING,
OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON
APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
How to Apply
Interested persons are required to Click Here toApply
Closing Date: Friday, 10 May 2013
