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.
We are recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Title: Nurse
SVN No.: CFCV2020.89
Location: Abuja
IOM Classification: Hourly
Organizational Unit: COVID-19 Isolation and Treatment Centre
Type of Appointment: Special Short-Term Hourly Contract (On Call)
Estimated Start Date: As Soon as Possible
Context
- Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and working under the direct supervision of the Manager for the Isolation and treatment Centre the incumbent will be responsible for day-to-day clinical nursing activities of the COVID-19 Isolation and treatment Centre in Abuja.
Core Functions / Responsibilities
- Assist the physicians in various duties related to management of patients admitted at the Isolation and Treatment Centre. This includes but not limited to: logistic preparation of medical examinations, procedures for quality control and quality assurance, handling of medical files, collection of bio-data and medical history, taking anthropometric measurements, identity check and ensuring confidentiality of medical information throughout the process.
- Administer treatment as prescribes and complete relevant records and reports as needed.
- Liaise with the laboratory staff and ensure timely receipt of laboratory results, record/ attach the results in the appropriate medical files.
- Assist with registration, data entry and printing out of records and other medical documents.
- Support collection/preparation of reports/statistical information as requested by the supervisor.
- Assist with monitoring and ensuring availability of medical supplies.
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisorParticipate in the improvement of the service system according to adopted work plan in the laboratory.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum a Diploma in Clinical Nursing from an accredited academic institution.
Experience:
- Minimum four years of continuous practice post-graduation, registered to practice in Nigeria and with a valid registration license.
Skills:
- Proactive; Independent Worker;
- A great team player; Fast Learner;
- IT Literate; Interpersonal Skills;
- Administrative & Time Management Skills,
- Ability to work under tight schedules,
Languages:
- Fluency in English and Native Language; Fluency in multiple languages advantageous.
Required Competencies
Behavioural:
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: maintains 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:
- 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:
- Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
- Only candidates residing in the country of the duty station within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered.
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
- Men with the above qualifications are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications to: HRNIGERIA@iom.int indicating the position applied on subject line
Job Title: Medical Officer
SVN No.: CFCV2020.88
Location: Abuja
Organizational Unit: COVID-19 Isolation and Treatment Centre
IOM Classification: Hourly
Type of Appointment: Special Short-Term Hourly Contract (On Call)
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Context
- Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and under direct technical supervision of the COVID-19 Isolation and Treatment Centre, the successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day clinical activities of the COVID-19 Isolation and treatment Centre in Abuja.
Core Functions / Responsibilities
- Undertake day-to-day clinical duties at the COVID-19 Isolation and Treatment Center.
- Support follow up and tracking of positive cases and direct contacts.
- Determine and facilitate laboratory services required by the patients admitted at the Isolation and treatment center.
- Coordinate with other clinical team members and consultants in the case management of the patients admitted at the Center.
- Evaluate and monitor management of each patient admitted at the Center from the time the patient is admitted until the patient is discharged. Keep a complete record of the medical condition/complications and medical intervention/treatment given to each patient admitted to the Center.
- Support supervision of nurses and other support staff working at the centre.
- Participate in the shift roster for the clinical team to ensure coverage of the centre at any given day and time.
- Support preparation of reports on the operation of the Center.
- Support monitoring of consumables to ensure sufficient stock at any given time;
- Perform any other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor
Required Qualifications and Experience
- Master’s Degree in Medicine – MBChB from an accredited academic institution with two years of continuous professional working experience preferably in epidemiology and public health; or
- Bachelor’s degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.
- Mandatory valid registration license with the National Medical Board
- Mandatory valid certificate in BLS and ALS within in the past 2 years..
Experience:
- Clinical experience is progressively responsible in one of the areas of medicine including residency/internship in one of the medical specialities, preferably internal medicine, ICU, or family medicine with relevant experience in emergency room or ICU.
- Experience working on health crisis issues and management of infectious diseases.
- Previous experience in humanitarian crisis and infectious diseases is highly desirable.
- Experience working in COVID-19 Isolation and Treatment Centre is highly desirable.
- Proven experience of a minimum of six month at an Intensive Care Unit in the past 5 years is highly desirable
Skills:
- Skills in project or programme management, administration, international relations, or related area.
- Experience in drafting reports, statements and briefing materials for senior management is required.
Languages:
- Fluency in English and Native Language; Fluency in multiple languages advantageous
Required – Competencies Behavioural:
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 the 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 1:
- 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:
- Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators:
- Leadership: provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the organization’s vision; assists others to realize and develop their potential.
- Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
- Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: HRNIGERIA@iom.int using the “Position Applied” as the subject of the email.
Job Tite: Senior Project Assistant (MM / AVRR)
SVN No.: SVN2020.086
Location: Lagos
Organizational Unit: AVRR
IOM Classification: G6
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 Programme Officer (MM/AVRR), and direct supervision of the National Project Officer (MM/AVRR) the successful candidate will contribute to the implementation and monitoring of reintegration support provided to the returning migrants under the Migrant Protection and Reintegration programme in Nigeria. He / she will:
Core Functions / Responsibilities
- Collect and provide necessary information and assists in planning, preparing, organizing, and implementing all aspects of the project
- Support the National Officer MM / AVRR in the implementation of activities under AVRR, which can include, but is not limited to, tasks ranging from logistical, technical and administrative assistance in organizing workshops and meetings, participation in meetings with project partners, government counterparts and relevant stakeholders etc.
- Support reporting and exchange of information on all programmatic aspects of the projects between IOM, the programme’s donors, and other stakeholders.
- Contribute to the in design and preparation of training materials, case studies and information materials.
- Support in the preparation of reports on project activities according to IOM and donor formats as required, contribute to, and / or prepare weekly progress updates on project activities.
- Coordinate the training activities for strategic and operational level actors, including identification of trainers and consultants for business trainings et al.
- Liaise with relevant governmental and non-governmental entities, international organizations as well as other relevant stakeholders where necessary for effective implementation of the activities of project and participate in coordination meetings on return and reintegration with governments, NGOs and other stakeholders where required.
- Support the National Officer MM/AVRR in facilitation of meetings with the national stakeholders on return and reintegration and ensure that reintegration actors are involved in the implementation of the government-driven Sop.
- Coordinate activities of technical co-operation to strengthen the assistance network for reintegration of returnees, protection and support.
- Contribute to creative ideas for further programme development and draft project proposals, programme background, strategy papers, objectives, project reviews and evaluation.
- Track project expenditures in coordination with Resource Management Unit and report accordingly.
- In coordination with the National Officer MM / AVRR, implement information provision activities focusing on reintegration support under existing project.
- Prepare narrative reports on project implementations by verifying the performance of project outputs and defined activities in line with implementation work plans and set objectives.
- Support the development of tracking tools based on agreed indicators for tracking the implementation of reintegration projects being carried out by the returnees.
- Provide guidance and supervision to Project Assistants
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned
Required Qualifications and Experience
- University degree or equivalent in Economics, Management, Social Work, Demography and Statistics, International Development, Law, and other related Social Sciences.
- Minimum of four years of experience for those with University Degree and above or minimum of six years with high school diploma in the field of migration including operational and field experience or related field, preferably within the International Humanitarian Field.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality is mandatory.
- Good knowledge of project development, administration and evaluation concepts and procedures.
- Proven ability to establish and maintain strong working relations with relevant Government counterparts, international organizations, and private sector entities.
- Good knowledge of information technology and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications especially Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publisher, and SharePoint.
- Previous work experience in international organizations and companies would be an advantage.
Languages:
- Fluency in English (oral and written), Working knowledge of the local language.
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.
Managerial Competencies – Behavioural Indicators level 2:
- Leadership: provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the organization’s vision; assists others to realize and develop their potential.
- Empowering others & building trust creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
- Strategic thinking and vision: work strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
Others:
- Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
- Only candidates residing in the country of the duty station within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered.
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
- Women with the above qualifications are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications via email to: HRNIGERIA@iom.int indicating the position applied on subject line
Job Title: Shelter Enumerator
SVN No.: CFCV2020.090
Location: Yola, Adamawa (with frequent travels to field locations)
Organizational Unit: Shelter
Type of Appointment: Special Short-Term (Hourly) Contract
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Context
- Working under the overall supervision of the Shelter Program Manager and Shelter Project Officer, and the direct supervision of the Shelter Project Assistant, the incumbent will be responsible for beneficiary registration, conducting assessments and distributions, maintaining program related documentation, etc. in accordance with IOM’s regulations, rules, and procedures.
In particular, he/she will:
- Conduct shelter needs assessments according to standard tools provided by shelter unit, including conducting door to door assessments in IDP camps and out-of-camp locations.
- Conduct key informant interviews and focus group discussions as required by program needs.
- Arrange, lead, and carry out any distributions related to shelter activities maintaining all protocols and standard operating procedures.
- Conduct post-distribution and post-intervention monitoring of activities, including beneficiary feedback surveys guided by standard tools provided by the unit.
- Collect, record and report on success stories from different shelter activities, including transcription and translation of qualitative data such as audio-visual contents into word documents
- Liaise with other programme units and all relevant stakeholders (humanitarian partners, government, security forces) in the planning and implementation of activities.
- Ensure that the data collected through any of the above channels is of high quality and accurately reflects the responses received.
- Prepare, maintain and update Shelter beneficiary registration matrices and source documents by collecting relevant data from the field, as well as maintain effective communication with the supervisor to provide updates on the progress and the challenges encountered during the field data collection.
- Maintain data entry requirements by following relevant database program techniques and procedures.
- Verify encoded beneficiaries and projects related data by reviewing, correcting, deleting, or re-entering data; combining data and purging files to eliminate duplication of data.
- Organize and maintain records of all documents related to conducted activities, such as reports, pictures, success stories, and share them whenever requested.
- Secure information by completing database backups regularly.
- Maintain and protect operations by keeping information confidential.
- Coordinate with other units and external stakeholders in the field for ensuring smooth implementation of activities.
- Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Follow IOM standard policies and procedures in all activities conducted.
- Perform other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience
- Certificate / Diploma / Degree Level Education in Statistics / Business / Economics or any relevant field with excellent knowledge of database management systems.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in similar capacity, preferably within humanitarian field
- Excellent knowledge of working with Microsoft office suite, including Excel, Word, Power-point
- Knowledge of working with mobile data collection apps such as Kobo and ODK
- Minimum knowledge of humanitarian shelter programming is highly desirable
- Ability to work quickly and accurately, and pay attention to details
- An understanding of data confidentiality issues.
- Ability to multitask, excellent organizational and administrative skills.
- Willingness to assist efficiently in a very busy environment.
- Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
- Ability to stay in high-risk areas for a prolonged duration with remote management from supervisors
- Ability to present clear and concise information and good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds.
Languages:
- Fluency in English and Hausa / Kanuri, Pidgin
Required 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; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.
Others:
- Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
- Only candidates residing in the country of the duty station within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered.
- Women with the above qualifications are encouraged to apply.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their Applications via email to: HRNIGERIA@iom.int indicating position applied on subject line.
Job Title: Laboratory Technologist
SVN No.: CFCV2020.87
Location: Abuja
Organizational Unit: COVID-19 Isolation and Treatment Centre
IOM Classification: Hourly
Type of Appointment: Special Short-Term Hourly Contract (On Call)
Estimated Start Date: As Soon as Possible
Context
- Under the administrative supervision of the Manager for COVID-19 Isolation and Treatment Centre and under the technical supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor, the incumbent will be responsible for technical and operation support to laboratory services with respect to COVID-19 testing in Abuja, Nigeria.
Core Functions / Responsibilities
- Perform laboratory procedures as assigned by the supervisor for pre-examination, examination and post-examination activities through the use of the standard relevant equipment.
- Ensure standards and the quality of laboratory procedures by strictly following the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Adhere to biosafety measures adopted in the laboratory, minding the safety of oneself and others.
- Organize and operate activities on assigned station for accurate, efficient and timely delivery of results.
- Perform quality control activities for assigned stations and document results as required.
- Facilitate in maintenance of laboratory equipment in good working order and operate equipment appropriately following SOPs.
- Facilitate in laboratory stock management and monitor that the equipment and consumables are sufficient for the anticipated work.
- Facilitate to maintenance of established system of organized record keeping and information management for timely delivery of results, data collection, analysis and reporting for laboratory monitoring and facilitation to operational research.
- Participate in the development and updating of SOPs as needed.
- Participate in the improvement of the service system according to adopted work plan in the laboratory.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Completed Bachelor’s degree or Diploma from an accredited academic institution in Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Sciences, Microbiology, or a related discipline.
Experience:
- At least two years of relevant laboratory experience in a busy institution, preferably in a laboratory.
- Relevant technical knowledge and practices to personnel and laboratory operations.
- Good awareness of the laboratory role in health systems, optimal use of resources for quality and efficient services delivery.
Skills:
- Computer literate with understanding of accurate data collection and analysis for monitoring and continuous improvement of laboratory services and performance; and,
Languages:
- Fluency in English and Native Language; Fluency in multiple languages advantageous.
Required Competencies
Behavioural:
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: maintains 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:
- 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:
- Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
- Only candidates residing in the country of the duty station within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered.
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
- Women with the above qualifications are encouraged to apply.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: HRNIGERIA@iom.int using the “Job Title” as the subject of the email.
Deadline: 17th December, 2020.
Application Process
- For the applications to be considered valid, IOM only accepts applications with a cover letter not more than one page specifying the motivation for application, addressed to Human Resources, International Organization for Migration (IOM) and with a subject line CFCV2020.88. Abuja Medical Officer
- All applications should include a functional email address, mobile numbers, and detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Please note that this position is open only to Nigerian National applicants and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Only candidates residing in the country of the duty station within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered.
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