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Country Medical Coordinator - Ukraine

Job location: Ukraine
Closing date: 14 Aug 2023

Terms of reference
Duty station: Odessa/Dnipro with frequent travels to field locations
Starting date: 01/09/2023
Contract duration: 6 months
Reporting to: Head of Programmes
Supervision of: PMR (Expat) - Pharmacist
Dependents: Non-family duty station

General purpose of the position
In close collaboration with the EU and the Medical Unit, defining and implementing the medical strategy of the mission. Being responsible for the planning and coordination of all medical activities and resources in the mission, according to organization charter, policies, and ethical principles with consideration of international and national protocols, in order to ensure the delivery of quality medical care for patients and their communities as well as to improve the health condition and humanitarian living conditions of the target population.

Main responsibilities and tasks
Responsible for defining the medical content of the  medical storganization rategy translating the identified health needs into a medical strategic vision and project objectives, priorities and resources needed in order to cover the medical and humanitarian needs of the population at risk
Overall responsible for the appropriateness and quality of medical interventions conducted by organization projects and being expected to identify and work on removing barriers to better patient safety, effective medical care, and better patient-centred activities
Continuously monitor the medical and humanitarian needs in the Mission country in new areas of intervention or in areas where organization is already present through exploratory missions, determining necessary resources in order to define health priorities and potential new programs to cover medical and humanitarian needs of the population at risk
Coordinate with the Medical Unit for the validation of the project proposals he/her designs to be submitted to international donors and private foundation
In close collaboration with the HR Coordinator, participate in the planning, definition and sizing of the health-workforce in the mission and supervise the associated processes (recruitment, validation of medical staff, training/induction, evaluation, potential detection, development and internal / external communication). Coach and directly support the medical teams in the implementation of the medical activities making sure that internal protocols are respected as well as the ones of local Ministry and Health Department
Responsible for defining and sizing other resources (pharmacy and medical equipment management in collaboration with logistics) and timelines, procedures and protocols. Ensuring preparation of all medical orders in collaboration with the Logistics Department and the submission of all medical purchase requests. Being accountable for the proper management of the pharmacy in the Mission, including projects. Provide reports on the mission’s evolution from the medical perspective, as required
Represent organization before local medical authorities and guarantee constant presence and active participation to the health and nutrition coordination fora (clusters meetings, other technical coordination meetings) and keep regular contact with other counterparts in the mission (NGOs, local organizations, donors, authorities) in order to broaden the medical-humanitarian situation analysis, strengthening the impact of the medical intervention and supporting advocacy actions

Required profile and experience
EducationAdvanced university degree in medicine or other paramedical studies. Desirable specialization in Tropical Medicine or a degree in Public Health

Professional Experience
Minimum 3 years relevant work experience as Medical referent in the humanitarian sector especially in fragile and unstable environments

Professional Requirements
Essential computer literacy (word, excel and internet)
Demonstrate experience with different donors compliance and reporting

Languages
Fluent knowledge of English
Knowledge of local language (Ukrainian) is an advantage

Personal Requirements
Leadership, people management and development
Strong teamwork and cooperation capacities
Strategic vision
Service orientation
Understanding of humanitarian operations principles, standards and best practices.

How to apply
Send an email attaching your CV and motivation letter (both in PDF version) via email to : oooooo@ooooo.org

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the first interview.

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