Senior Migration Health Physician

Position details

• Vacancy type: Special Vacancy Notice
• Recruiting type: National Officer
• Contract type: Special Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)
• Initial contract duration: 6 months
• Office or unit: Country Office
• Location: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
• Application deadline: 2026-10-27T22:55:00+00:00

Context

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. 

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal and internal-equivalent candidates as well as external women candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and the direct supervision of the migration health programme coordinator (MHPC) the successful candidate will be responsible for the management  and coordination of medical activity and unit for the AVR program in Kinshasa, RDC.

Responsibilities

1. Organize and supervise the medical assistance and health assessment process to fulfil the technical requirements of AVR 
   •    Medical examinations;
   •    Referrals to Medical structures
   •    Imaging;
   •    Laboratory testing;
   •    Vaccinations;
   •    TB management;
   •    Treatment and referrals;
   •    Pre-departure procedures and medical movements;
   •    Documentation, certification and information transmission; and,
   •    Other technical areas as may be required.
   •    Organize sensitization sessions.
2. Conduct health assessment for migrants, including review of medical history, physical examination, evaluation of Chest X-ray (CXR) and review of the lab results in accordance with the technical guidelines of the resettlement countries.
3. Develop comprehensive SOPs related to the assistance provided by the medical unit in the AVR assistance.
4. Maintain the infrastructure and medical equipment in the AVR transit center according to quality and safety standards .
5. Coordinate, with the migration health programme coordinator (MHPC), organizational structure needs for the AVR human resources to ensure sufficient and adequate planned levels of health assessments and that staff has necessary qualifications and skills. Contribute to the network of external human resources, such as consultants and medical escorts, to support health assessment process and travel assistance.[GS1.1]
6. Provide regular updates on the GAVR health activities to the migration health programme coordinator (MHPC) 
7. Contribute to the process of obtaining and maintaining the necessary agreements with health authorities by providing relevant technical information and requirements and ensure that the required  agreements are granted to IOM  before the provision of health assessments and related services.
8. Ensure the implementation of migrant-centered procedures with  a high level of integrity and professionalism at all stages of the process, including migrant information and appointment system, registration, pre- and post-test counselling, examination, testing, treatment and referrals, submission of health assessment results, pre-departure and other procedures. Ensure confidentiality is respected throughout the process.
9. Support the Senior Protection coordinator, for the establishement of the Accountability to Affected People (AAP) system.
10. Promote continuous quality improvements for each service area within the transit center. Undertake quality control activities on a regular basis, including practice observation, desk audits and use of self-assessment tools. Use data analysis and web reporting system to monitor performance indicators. Ensure implementation of the global IOM Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)[GS2.1]; create and implement specific SOPs for each service area. Ensure proper reporting and management of incidents according to the IOM Guidance Note for Incident Management. 
11. Collaborate with the migration health programme coordinator (MHPC) to incorporate additional public health interventions in the HAP context[GS3.1].  Interventions may include surveillance for communicable diseases, outbreak preparedness and response, health education and health promotion, public health services for host communities, liaison with public health institutions and other activities.
12. Supervise health- and non-health staff as well as external consultants involved in the AVR health assessment process; ensure that performance evaluations for health staff are completed in a timely manner. Ensure that all staff are aware of the IOM Standards of Conduct under Article 42, and continuously reinforce these standards. Inform in due time the CoM and the IOM Office of Ethics and conduct of any issues regarding staff misconduct.
13. Liaise with external service providers to negotiate agreements in coordination with Senior Resources Management Officer (SRMO). Exercise quality control over outsourced services and take corrective measures if necessary. 
14. Maintain confidentiality and security of migration health data in accordance with the IOM Data Protection Principles.
15. Organize systematic collection, processing and analyses of migration health data according to guidelines established by the regional office. Ensure data quality. Provide periodic, as well as ad-hoc reporting to the migration health programme coordinator (MHPC) for migration health activities in the AVR programme. 

16. Provide oversight and coordinate the procurement of medical equipment, vaccines, medications and other medical supplies in coordination with the migration health programme coordinator (MHPC) and the resource management unit.

    Other health activities

17. Facilitate the integration of health assessment activities into the overall migration related programming of the Mission in Kinshasa through close collaboration with the various units at the Country Office level.
18. Contribute to strengthen the link within projects under the Health Assessment Programme and with the two other core MHD programme areas - Health Promotion and Assistance to Migrants and Migration Health Assistance to Crisis-Affected Populations. 
19. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the direct supervisor.
    
     

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• University degree in Medicine from an accredited academic institution with preferred specializations: internal medicine and its subspecialties, paediatrics, anaesthesiology, emergency medicine, family medicine, obstetrics and gynaecology; and minimum of seven (7) years of relevant professional experience of which at least three (3) years managerial responsibilities,

   OR

• University degree in Medicine from an accredited academic institution with preferred specializations: internal medicine and its subspecialties, paediatrics, anaesthesiology, emergency medicine, family medicine, obstetrics and gynaecology plus Master’s Degree in Community or Public Health, Medical Specialization in Infectious Diseases, Tropical Medicine or other related fields from an accredited academic institution with five (5) years of relevant professional experience of which at least three (3) years managerial responsibilities.
   

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• Professional continuous clinical experience, preferably in a multidisciplinary hospital setting or at IOM/similar international clinic context;

• Experience in implementing migration health assessment activities;

• Demonstrated progressive experience in health programme management;

• Experience in project development, management and report writing; 

• Proven abilities to establish partnerships with government institutions, health institutions and other partners;

• Knowledge of public health; 

• Demonstrable knowledge of patient safety and infection prevention and control; 

• Experience in migration health emergency response is an asset

Skills

• Effective managerial and leadership skills.

• Organizational skills.

• Communications skill

   

Languages

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).

For this positionfluency in French,English and Lingala is required (oral and written).

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 2

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 2, if with direct reports

• Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings. 

Notes

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Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

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