The Public Health Intern supports UNHCR Public Health Unit in its implementation and delivery of programs for the Syrian Refugee Crisis. S/he assists with ensuring international health and nutrition minimum standards are met to minimize avoidable mortality and morbidity among populations of concern.
Responsibility (process and functions undertaken to achieve results)
Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Public Health Officer, Tyre, the incumbent will assist with the following tasks:
Assist with roll out of mass information tools and liaising with refugee outreach volunteers
Assist with the referral system between relevant actors including follow up on individual cases referred;
Assist with monitoring and evaluation of indicators relevant to the Lebanon public health programme;
Assist with updating and disseminate information materials on public health based on standard practices and policies among partners;
Assist the Assistant Public Health Officer, in other duties relevant to service delivery for refugees
Application Deadline
Organisation
Salary Range
Unpaid Position
Contract Type
Internship
Application Submission Guidelines
Interested qualified external persons meeting the requirements of the attached Job Description can apply online through the following website: https://jobs.unhcr-lb.org/ no later than COB 16/08/2017.
Please note that only applications received through the above website will be accepted and no applications will be accepted through email.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training or any other fees). UNHCR strongly encourage qualified female applicants for this position. Shortlisted candidates may be required to sit for written test and/or oral interview.
UNHCR seeks to ensure that male and female employees are given equal career opportunities. UNHCR is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.
Requires a Cover Letter?
Yes
Education Degree
Other
Education Degree Details
ESSENTIAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED.
Define the educational background, the relevant job experience and the language(s) that are essential to perform the work of the position.
University - level qualification in public health, nutrition or related field preferred
Solid data analysis skills and understanding of Microsoft word, excel and power point
At least 3 months of relevant experience in progressively responsible functions, preferably with some experience in an international capacity.
Working knowledge of English and Arabic essential
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES.
Describe any experience or knowledge that would be an asset, such as: UNHCR Learning Programmes, other training, additional languages, Field/HQs experience, etc.
Masters-level qualification in public health, nutrition or related field preferred
Ability to promote good working relationships among colleagues and supervisors.
Ability for analytical and creative thinking for rapid solution(s).
Good communicator with strong interpersonal and negotiation skills to deal with different cultural and educational backgrounds.
Strive to live up to high ethical and professional standards.
Define the educational background, the relevant job experience and the language(s) that are essential to perform the work of the position.
University - level qualification in public health, nutrition or related field preferred
Solid data analysis skills and understanding of Microsoft word, excel and power point
At least 3 months of relevant experience in progressively responsible functions, preferably with some experience in an international capacity.
Working knowledge of English and Arabic essential
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES.
Describe any experience or knowledge that would be an asset, such as: UNHCR Learning Programmes, other training, additional languages, Field/HQs experience, etc.
Masters-level qualification in public health, nutrition or related field preferred
Ability to promote good working relationships among colleagues and supervisors.
Ability for analytical and creative thinking for rapid solution(s).
Good communicator with strong interpersonal and negotiation skills to deal with different cultural and educational backgrounds.
Strive to live up to high ethical and professional standards.
Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent
Hide guidelines for wrong answers
No