Responsibility: (process and functions undertaken to achieve results) Assist in the monitoring of the urban health programme. Assist in implementing and monitoring a unified health information and reporting system (UNHCR HIS) in order to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions. Actively participate in the establishment of a referral system between relevant actors. Follow up with main implementing partner and the other IPs on the medical referrals for secondary health care. Establish and engage in active participation within the exceptional medical care committee. Coordinate between the IPs and the ECC members for the submission of the cases and to provide feedback. Assist the Public Health Officer in implementation of the UNHCR Lebanon Health Guidelines (SOP), revise and update as needed. Work closely with the Public Health Assistants in Chekka and Bekaa. Engage in active involvement in the health programme monitoring and conduct field visit to the clinics and designated hospitals. Assist and facilitate the work of the various health coordination groups related to persons of concern to UNHCR such as Iraqis, non-Iraqis, Syrians, etc. Support the Public Health Officer with the implementation of public health programme and ensure that health care services provided to refugees are based on Ministry of Public Health (MOPH), UNHCR and/or internationally recognized and most up to date standards and policies. Work with the stake holders, including UN agencies, NGOs, MOPH and other operational partners. Work closely with the other UNHCR colleagues from protection, programme and resettlement and others to support identification of priority health issues and key data requirements for programme planning and monitoring to ensure the minimum UNHCR and international standards are being met. Update and disseminate information materials on public health based on standard practices and policies among partners. Participate in mobilizing the refugee community to address its health needs and concerns. Perform other related duties as required.
Application Deadline
Organisation
Salary Range
Unpaid Position
Contract Type
Full Time
Application Submission Guidelines
If you wish to apply for this vacancy, please submit your letter of motivation and P11 Form by e-mail with the job code number and position title in the
subject line to: lebbehrm@unhcr.org by Thursday May 1, 2014 The Personal History Form (P11) is available at the following link:
http://www.unhcr.org/recruit/P11_UNHCR.doc
No late applications will be accepted. 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.
UNHCR seeks to ensure that male and female employees are given equal career opportunities, and that staff members are able to keep an appropriate
balance between work and private life. UNHCR is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from
minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest
confidentiality.
Requires a Cover Letter?
Yes
Education Degree
High School
Education Degree Details
2.4 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.
Completion of secondary education with post-secondary certificate/training in health-related clinical qualification, University Degree is a plus.
Minimum 6 years of previous relevant job experience.
Excellent working knowledge of English and Arabic. Knowledge of French is an asset.
2.5 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.
Experience in working in refugee situations (especially urban setting).
Experience working with international organizations, (including non-governmental organizations and UN agencies) in field of health and nutrition.
Training and experience in nutrition, reproductive health, infectious diseases, tropical medicine, HIV and/or community medicine is an advantage.
Familiar with Microsoft Office applications and internet searching.
Completion of secondary education with post-secondary certificate/training in health-related clinical qualification, University Degree is a plus.
Minimum 6 years of previous relevant job experience.
Excellent working knowledge of English and Arabic. Knowledge of French is an asset.
2.5 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.
Experience in working in refugee situations (especially urban setting).
Experience working with international organizations, (including non-governmental organizations and UN agencies) in field of health and nutrition.
Training and experience in nutrition, reproductive health, infectious diseases, tropical medicine, HIV and/or community medicine is an advantage.
Familiar with Microsoft Office applications and internet searching.
Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Excellent
Hide guidelines for wrong answers
No