International Organization for Migration Medical Assistant Jobs in Nigeria

International Organization for Migration Medical Assistant Jobs in Nigeria

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) - Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners.

IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

SVN No.: SVN2022.164

Location: Benin, Edo

Organizational Unit: Health Assessment Programmes

IOM Classification: Graded (G4)

Type of Appointment: Special Short-Term (SST) 6 months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Context

Working Under the overall supervision of the Chief Migration Health Officer and the direct supervision of the Senior Medical Assistant, the successful candidate will be responsible for the carrying out the following duties and responsibilities in relation to the Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) in Benin City, Nigeria.

Core Functions / Responsibilities

Provide migrants’ information regarding health assessments by phone;

Register the migrants in the IOM database, schedule and confirm medical appointments and receive and communicate messages for medical staff and beneficiaries;

Prepare master lists of migrants scheduled for health assessment processing and submit them to respective service providers / relevant persons as required;

Maintain daily statistics related to health assessments and update the records; and,

Contribute to customer satisfaction evaluation management.

Reception and Data Entry Overall Duties:

Perform all the necessary data processing activities of the Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC), such as:

Receiving and explaining the registration process to applicants;

Checking applicant’s identity;

Entering bio-data of the applicants in the appropriate platform;

Taking photos using webcam and loading the image to the appropriate platform; and,
Printing of medical forms, consent forms and other necessary documents.

Receive all completed medical examination forms, x-rays and other documents from Country Offices or Panel Physicians while updating the reception of the same in the database and forward for quality check before clearance, if applicable;

Prepare, sort and package medical files and other documents during mobile migration health assessment missions where such mobile units are available;

Transmit completed medical forms, DNA packages and other medical documents either by electronic means or by courier services to the various partners.

Ensure correct contacts and physical address are used whenever documents are transmitted by courier services and ensure to inform the receiving party of the parcel tracking number electronically;

File incoming/outgoing letters, reports, memoranda, emails faxes as well as IOM documents and forms related to IOM medical issues;

Check, print and make photocopy of bank deposit slips (or other proof of payment).

Regularly submit these photocopies to the Administrative/Finance Assistant; and,

Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Requirements

Education:

University Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology / Management, Statistics, Social Sciences, Business Administration or related field with at least two years of relevant working experience.

Experience:

Certification/Experience in IT/computer, data entry, elaboration and analysis or in a call centre in a busy institution, preferably a medical one is an advantage;

Previous working experience with NGOs or international organizations is an added advantage

Typing speed of at least 60 words per minute.

High computer literacy in Windows and MS Office is mandatory, knowledge of web page design or data analysis would be an

asset;

Customer orientation and ability to adapt/respond to different types of personalities.

Excellent communication (writing, verbal and listening) and presentation skills

Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively

Knowledge of medical terminology, as well as previous secretarial and archival experience, an added advantage;

Languages:

Required: Fluent in English (oral and written)

Desirable: Fluency in multiple native language

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to work with minimum supervision.

Works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country office or regional objective.

Effectively applies knowledge of MHAC issues within organizational context.

Delivers on set objectives in strict deadlines.

Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher and Sharepoint

Willing to accept a flexible work schedule.

Attentive to details and accuracy in handling and reporting data

Required Competencies

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following competencies:

Values

Inclusion and respect for diversity respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

Integrity and transparency: maintain 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.

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 action and delegated work.

Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring, and motivational way.

Other:

Only candidates residing in the country of the duty station and within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, confirmation of all documents, and security clearances.

Application Closing Date
11th December, 2022.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications via email to: HRNIGERIA@iom.int using "SVN2022. 164. Benin. Medical Assistant G4" as the subject of the mail.

For more information and job application details, see: International Organization for Migration Medical Assistant Jobs in Nigeria

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