Health Field Officer-Tyr

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organization whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance. The ICRC has a permanent mandate under International Law to take impartial action for prisoners, the wounded and sick, and civilians affected by conflict. The ICRC's main delegation in Lebanon is based in Beirut, and has three sub-delegations in Tripoli, Tyr and Zahle. The Health Field Officer position will be based in Tyr, with frequent field visits to Ein El Helwe Palestinian camp. Job Purpose: As a Health Field Officer, you will be in charge of ICRC technical management of a joint project to support Human Call Hospital including follow up on training, quality care, referrals and results based management. Respond to weapon wounded related emergencies (Weapon wounded/trauma), in cooperation with the health delegate and the ICRC senior surgeon. Present the ICRC principles, mandate and activities to interlocutors and beneficiaries at a district level. Develop and maintain contacts with authorities or external interlocutors at various levels independently. Analyze the socio, economical, political and cultural situation of the covered area and its humanitarian consequences. Minimum required knowledge & experience: Health diploma: Medical Doctor or Nurse (additional Master in administration, finance and Logistic an asset). 3-5 years' work experience, (preferred knowledge: surgical, ER (Emergency department) EMS (Emergency Medical department) OT (Operation Theater)). Strong knowledge and experience of health administration and project management (Essential). Experience and knowledge of Lebanese health system and patients referrals pathways. Knowledges in planning, implementation and running health programs. Very good analytical skills, reporting and team leadership Very good organizational skills. Knowledge of the geographically assigned environment including Palestinian file. Communication skills (Respectful, diplomatic, able to work and cooperate within a multidisciplinary team) Very good computer skills (excel, power point, word). Able to adapt and integrate in changing working environment. Good knowledge on RCRC movement (Red Cross Red Crescent) Knowledge on humanitarian environment. Very good diplomatic and negotiation skills, able to coordinate and cooperate in teams Able to work with minimum supervision from his/her line manager. Specific Tasks and Responsibilities: He/she is able to follow up on management of the Human Call project in Ein El Helwe. Responsible for monitoring Medical activities (Medical documentation, Trainings, infection control, follow up of medical protocols in place and quality of care). Responsible for monitoring drugs management, monthly reporting and follow up of expired items. Maintain working relationship with others partners/stakeholders (governmental and non-governmental organizations. Participate in meetings with relevant actors when requested. Interprets/translates meetings and documents and draft official letters to interlocutors Organizes referrals and admission in the stabilization hospitals and referrals to ICRC supported structures in Beirut or Tripoli (requires on call service out of office hours) Able to spend time in the area of responsibility (AoR) Ein Helwe camp To work in cooperation with the others departments of ICRC structure in Lebanon. What we offer: Working for one of the main humanitarian organization. The opportunity to use your knowledge to help victims of conflict situations. Competitive employment package. Open-ended contract (terms and conditions of employment of our Lebanon delegation)