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The ICRC delegation is looking for suitable candidates, based in Port Harcourt to fill the following vacancy:
Medical Field Officer (MFO)
Main Responsibilities:
The MFO will work under the direct supervision of the Health Delegate in Port Harcourt to implement the following medical programme in Rivers State
Implementation and follow-up of an outreach programme, focusing on immunization
Ongoing collaboration and coordination with the Ministry of Health
Assessments of local health services and of health status/needs of targeted populations
General assessments of health related in the area of responsibility (significant health events; meetings with interlocutors; emergency needs).
Required Qualifications:
Registered Nurse/Midwife, additional public health degree is an advantage
Experience in immunization programme implementation
Practical experience in public health
Knowledge of health authorities and medical structural in the Niger Deltas
Excellent command of English, command of Okrika and/or Kalabari is reliable mandatory
Good interpersonal skills and ability to develop a network of contacts
Reliable and organized person
Ability to achieve proper follow-up of the program, management of files/records
Ability to work independently
Flexible and open-minded personality
Good working spirit and ability to work in an international and multi-disciplinary team
Ability to travel extensively within his area of responsibility
Driving experience and valid driver’s license is an advantage
ASSETS:
Previous work experience with a humanitarian organization
Familiar with Niger Delta Geographical areas and cultural context
Familiar with the Network of the Red Cross in general
To Apply
WHAT WE OFFER:
Interested candidates are invited top submit their application (letter of motivation, CV, copies of certificates/diploma, references) to the following address, not later than 17th February 2011
ICRC Port Harcourt Delegation
No 46B Orogbum Crescent/Ayaminima Street
GRA II, Port Harcourt
N/B:
Only complete files matching with the profile will be considered, notably only OHIRIKA and/or KALABARI speaking candidates will be shortlisted
Personal correspondence is non-returnable
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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