Country: Somalia
Closing date: 10 Jul 2018
TERMS OF REFERENCE
Vacancy reference no.:
VAC-1705
Position:
Rehabilitation Centre Nurse
Place of performance:
Kismayo, Somalia
Contract duration:
up to 2 months (@21.75days/month)
Starting date:
15-Jul-2018
OVERVIEW OF CTG GLOBAL
CTG support and manage humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world. With past performance in 15 countries – from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia and Central and South America – we offer a holistic fabric of project management, implementation and support. Skilled in emergency response to crises such as the Ebola outbreak in West Africa, we have the ability to act quickly (crisis response teams can be on the ground in 24 hours) and to establish structured operations in high-risk environments. CTG recruit and manage qualified, skilled teams with extensive experience operating in challenging conditions.
OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION
The Defector Rehabilitation Programme (DRP) in Jubaland State and our client - the DRP’s implementing partner, are seeking to recruit an experienced clinical Nurse to provide healthcare services to beneficiaries at the Rehabilitation Centre for vulnerable youth (males) in Kismayo.
GENERAL FUNCTIONS
Role objective:
The Nurse will be responsible for establishing and running of a Rehabilitation Centre medical clinic that provides preventive, curative and promotive health services to the beneficiaries.
Expected output:
Provide health screening to beneficiaries upon their entry into programme, as well as on a regular basis during their stay at the Transition Centre;
Provide medical treatment and referrals of complicated cases;
Establish patient care goals; teach and counsel patients and reinforce their understanding of disease, medications, and self-care skills; answers questions;
Conduct regular health and hygiene awareness sessions with beneficiaries at the centre;
Maintain a safe and clean working environment at all times;
Adhere to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations at all times;
Assist in keeping track of medical supplies and drugs, checking expiration dates, and in ensuring and verifying timely replenishment to avoid stock outs;
Report the key epidemiological data every week in a timely manner.
Collate, analyse and generate relevant data and submit reports as required.
Project reporting:
S/He will directly be supervised by the relevant DRP and Transition Center staff with technical support from our client's Migration Health Division (MHD). Overall contract performance management is jointly monitored and evaluated by relevant DRP staff and our client.
Team management:
This role does not have team management responsibilities
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE
Education:
§ Diploma in Diploma/degree in nursing/clinical medicine from recognized institution/University.
Work experience:
§ Minimum of 3 years of demonstrable relevant Medical experience.
Geographical experience:
§ Minimum of 3 years of experience in Africa (essential).
Languages:
§ Fluency in English is essential.
Key competencies:
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following competencies:
Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms
Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders
Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others
Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience
Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services
Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;
Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others.
Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter;
Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment;
Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions.
Other relevant information:
Internals of the Organization and NMS candidates, as well as external female candidates, will be considered as first-tier candidates. This vacancy is also open to second-tier candidates.
The appointment is subject to funding confirmation.Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
How to apply:
The closing date for this advert will be the 10th of July 2018
Interested candidates should create a profile and apply on CTG Global careers website (click here). Please refer to the vacancy number: VAC-1705 or send CVs directly to ajit@ctg.org.Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.