Chief Migration Health Officer (P)
Organizational Context
The International Organization for Migration (IOM), established in 1951, is a UN-related agency dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration. It collaborates with governments and partners to save lives, protect migrants, address displacement, and facilitate legal migration pathways. The organization fosters an inclusive workplace to maximize the benefits of migration and enhance support for people on the move.
Job Purpose
The Chief Migration Health Officer, reporting to the Chief of Mission and technically to the Regional Health Assessment Programme Coordinator, is responsible for the development, implementation, and management of health assessment and other health programs. This role ensures the effective organization and supervision of migration health assessments, meeting the technical requirements of resettlement countries. It involves managing health program infrastructure, human resources, and external partnerships to deliver high-quality health services. The position also focuses on integrating public health interventions, managing data, overseeing financial aspects, and coordinating procurement of medical supplies, all while ensuring compliance with IOM standards and data protection principles.
Responsibilities
The Chief Migration Health Officer will organize and supervise migration health assessments, covering medical examinations, imaging, laboratory testing, vaccinations, TB management, treatment, referrals, and pre-departure procedures. Responsibilities include ensuring health facilities meet professional standards, managing human resources, and maintaining valid licenses for medical personnel. The role involves establishing efficient, client-centered procedures, implementing quality improvement systems, and ensuring compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Public health interventions, such as disease surveillance and health education, will be incorporated. The officer will supervise staff, manage performance evaluations, and ensure adherence to IOM Standards of Conduct. Additionally, the role involves developing staff training strategies, liaising with external providers, negotiating agreements, and maintaining confidentiality of health data. Oversight of financial aspects, procurement of medical supplies, and coordination of mobile medical teams are also key duties. The officer will also conceptualize and implement migration health projects, foster partnerships with health institutions and government bodies, and advise on integrating health activities into broader IOM programming.
Work Experience
Required experience includes continuous clinical practice, preferably in a hospital or international clinic setting, and specific experience in Migration Health Assessments. Demonstrated progressive experience in health program management, project development, management, and report writing is essential. Experience in migration health emergency response is considered an asset.
Skills
Key skills include effective managerial and leadership abilities, proven partnership-building with government and health institutions, knowledge of public health, and demonstrable understanding of patient safety and infection control. Strong organizational and communication skills are also required.