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Mozambique: Nursing Coordinator for Global Nurse Capacity Building Program (GNCBP)

Organization: International Center for AIDS Care and Treatment Programs
Country: Mozambique
Closing date: 31 May 2014

Position Summary:

ICAP at Columbia University seeks a Nurse Coordinator to lead the implementation of the Global Nursing Capacity Building Program/General Nursing Project (GN) in Mozambique. The Nursing Coordinator is expected to provide vision, direction, leadership, and management to ensure the strategic, programmatic, technical, and financial integrity of the program. She is also responsible for achieving the established and planned results for the program, will be the primary point of contact with funders, local government counterparts and partners. The Nursing Coordinator is responsible for overall program management and guidance of the staff members. She is accountable to and reports to the ICAP Mozambique leadership and works within the framework of the overall GNCBP.

This position is grant funded.

Location: Maputo, Mozambique

Duration of contract: One year with possibility of extension

Major Tasks and Responsibilities:

  • Work with technical and programmatic leads to ensure effective implementation and coordination of program activities and monitor progress toward the achievement of the program goals and objectives
  • Harness human, material, and financial resources appropriate for the program
  • Work with the operational area, especially financial team, to develop and monitor program budgets
  • Ensure accurate reporting of activities and results of the program as required by ICAP and the funders
  • Lead the Nursing Technical Working Group (TWG) composed of a team of key nursing stakeholders and skilled technicians and align their efforts with the objectives of the program
  • Provide technical leadership in the design, analysis and synthesis of the planned interventions for the program
  • Ensure quality technical program interventions at national and provincial levels
  • Ensure the sustainability of interventions, particularly in the area of capacity building
  • Advise counterparts at central, provincial and regional levels on technical issues and participate in relevant technical advisory groups with counterparts and partner institutions
  • Represent the program in all matters relating to the implementation of activities related to the program
  • Hold meetings with the Ministry of Health (MoH) at all levels in various departments and Nurses Associations to achieve consensus on the project activities
  • Perform other related duties as assigned

Education:

  • A Master’s Degree or higher in Nursing, Midwifery or related subject area

Experience, Skills & Minimum Required Qualifications:

  • A proven record of excellent management, leadership, decision-making and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated national credibility in the field of Nursing and health programs
  • Minimum five (5) years of experience in senior management in the design, implementation and management of projects in developing countries related to the health sector with emphasis in the areas of Nursing and Maternal and Child Health
  • Minimum five (5) years of experience living or working in a developing country
  • Proven project management experience of PEPFAR or other donor funded projects
  • Strong familiarity and command of USG regulations and compliance Fluent in English and Portuguese skills oral and written communication

How to apply:

Note:This is a local hire position and the successful candidate will be an employee of ICAP in Mozambique and subject to the local terms and conditions of employment which includes a competitive salary and benefits package.

Please send an application letter and CV by email with a subject title “Nursing Coordinator” to: icaphr@columbia.org.mz

Please do not attach any certificates when submitting on line. Only short listed applicants will be contacted

United States of America: Project Director, Global Nurse Capacity Building Program

Organization: International Center for AIDS Care and Treatment Programs
Country: United States of America
Closing date: 15 Feb 2014

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Clinical & Training Unit Director, the Project Director, Global Nurse Capacity Building Program is responsible for the overall planning, implementation and supervision of the Global Nurse Capacity Building Program (GNCBP) in multiple countries throughout Africa. The GNCBP is a HRSA-funded Program which aims to address the shortage and quality of healthcare workers in countries throughout sub-Saharan Africa by strengthening nursing and midwifery education/training systems and supporting nursing and midwifery policy through regulatory development, curricula reform, faculty education, continuing professional development, retention, and leadership.

This position is grant funded.

(Job title on the application website is "Staff Associate - ICAP")

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • Provide leadership to the Global Nurse Capacity Building Program. This includes design of programs in partnership with in-country teams as well as provision of clinical mentorship and guidance to ICAP in-country staff in order to enhance capacity at national and institutional levels to improve the quantity, quality, and capacity of nurses and midwives to address essential population-based health care needs, including HIV and other life-threatening conditions

  • Lead the development, execution and continual updating of the strategic plan for the Global Nurse Capacity Building Program

  • Supervise and oversee technical direction and prioritization of activities of select Global Nurse Capacity Building Program staff

  • Conduct visits to country programs and supported nursing schools to provide supervision and technical assistance in support of building capacity and meeting donor initiatives and requirements

  • Manage effective collaboration and communication between ICAP New York, ICAP in-country programs, OGAC, HRSA, USG in-country, Ministries of Health, nursing and midwifery schools, educators, professional councils and associations, and other stakeholders

  • Guide nursing and midwifery pre-service and in-service curricular development

  • Oversee and/or actively participate in the design, implementation, and dissemination of nursing assessments and evaluations

  • Oversee and/or actively participate in the preparation of donor reports and grant proposals

  • Represent ICAP and the Global Nurse Capacity Building Program at meetings, conferences and other venues as needed

  • Perform other duties as assigned

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Requires international travel of at least six (6) trips per year with each trip lasting approximately 10 – 14 days

EDUCATION:

  • Master’s Degree in Nursing; doctoral degree preferred

  • Graduate degree in Education or the equivalent in directly related experience

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum five (5) years’ experience in HIV-related or similar public health work in resource-limited settings

  • Experience in training and mentorship in either educational or clinical settings

  • Prior Public Health program evaluation experience

  • Strong supervisory and management skills for leading a team of nurses and/or healthcare professionals

  • Demonstrated and successful experience working in multi-cultural environments

  • Demonstrated and successful experience working independently with strong problem-solving skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.)

  • Excellent interpersonal skills

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Fluency in French or Portuguese

How to apply:

To apply for this position, please cut and paste the link below to your browser:

http://academicjobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=58199

Columbia University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. It does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, sex, gender, religion, creed, national and ethnic origin, age, citizenship, status as a perceived or actual victim of domestic violence, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a Vietnam era or disabled veteran, or any other legally protected status.

Central African Republic: 13-458: Nurse

Organization: International Medical Corps
Country: Central African Republic
Closing date: 14 Feb 2014

International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs.

Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide. By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergency situations, International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance.

PROGRAM SUMMARYInternational Medical Corps has been providing emergency medical, nutritional as well protection assistance to Sudanese refugees and local host conflict affected people in Haute-Kotto and Vakaga region since 2007. While providing basic primary health care services to the beneficiaries, International Medical Corps also focuses on capacity building of existing human resources, in order to deliver and take ownership of health, nutrition and protection programs implemented by International Medical Corps, thus assuring the sustainability of the health program for the coming years.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide direct patient care in diagnostic and treatment in emergency primary health care through mobile clinics• Monitor and supervise health care delivery by local counterparts • Ensure that patients have up to date patient cards and are accurately registered and recorded for reporting and case management. • Assist nutritionist in nutritional screening and feeding activities• Will supervise the nursing assistants and follow up performance of tasks of all national staff• Assist the medical doctor in the setting up and running the maternal and child health routine activities • Regularly update medical coordinator and program manager on drugs / medical supplies and ensure that medical orders are timely done • Monitor drug and medical supply stocks through monthly consumption and inventories, noting drugs and material expiring dates and submit the same to the medical coordinator in time • In collaboration with the medical coordinator will arrange for regular trainings and clinic staff meetings as required • Supervise the running of the pharmacy and ensure rational use of drugs as per the guidelines and laid down by the medical coordinator • Perform outreach activities as may be required. • Ensure that service statistics and all the required reports are properly collected from each department and submitted timely to the immediate supervisor • Participate in emergency preparedness, rapid assessments and eventual emergency responses in collaboration with the entire team

Qualifications: • Minimum clinical nursing degree; preferably with a Master’s in Public Health. • Minimum of 3 years of experience required, of which 1 year should be of developing country experience or resource deprived environment. • Previous NGO experience. • Must be able to speak French and English fluently • Will have excellent communications skills, both oral and written.• Will have excellent self-motivation skills and be able to work independently• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently. • Extremely flexible, and have the ability to cope with stressful situations and frustrations. • Ability to relate to and motivate local staff effectively. • Creativity and the ability to work with limited resources


How to apply:

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
To officially begin the application process, qualified candidates please go to our career page http://careers.internationalmedicalcorps.org/careers.aspx , noting where you noticed the position you are applying for and complete the online employment application form.

Iraq: EXPAT OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSE

Organization: CTG Global
Country: Iraq
Closing date: 30 Sep 2013

Position EXPAT OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSEPlace of Performance IraqContract Duration TBASalary TBAStarting Date ASAPClosing Date

OVERVIEW OF CTG GLOBALCTG Global is a Personnel Management Service Company specialised in Recruitment, Management Consultancy, and Human Resources in countries experiencing or emerging from armed conflict, natural disasters, or acute social and economic crisis worldwide. CTG Global provides tailored personnel management support enabling a growing number of public and private sector agencies and individuals to achieve their objectives in complex and challenging environments. CTG Global clients currently comprise UN agencies, non-government organizations (NGOs), and different corporate organisations such as security companies.ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCECandidate shall have valid qualifications and licenses as a recognized Health Care Professional from the candidate's said country of origin. Acceptable licenses are preferred from:• Western Europe: UK, France, Italy, Spain, Germany, Holland, Belgium, Ireland, Switzerland, Austria• USA I Canada• South Africa• Australia I New Zealand• China• Iraqi

? Candidate shall be qualified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), which should be accredited by either the American Heart Association, European Resuscitation Council or Obtained in Australia! NZ or Singapore.? Candidate must also be qualified in Basic Trauma Life Support Training with a preference for Advanced Trauma Life Support Training. Certificate must be valid (not older than 2yrs) and presented to the COMPANY with full CV's. Beside the certificates, the Contractor candidate shall a/so meet the following requirements:• Shall have mass casualty management and triage training.• Shall have training or job experience in Occupational Health, Aero Medicine, and Medical Evacuation.• Shall have experience in developing and implementing Health Risk Assessment/Emergency Response Procedures for remote site.• Shall have knowledge and experience in the management of infectious disease.• shall be competent in following Medical Skills /Procedures: evaluation of and treatment of Chest pain/acute coronary symptoms, defibrillation and CPR, Intubation and airway management, Central IV lines, Fluid management, Lumbar Puncture, Thoracic Catheter, Emergency tracheotomy, Comeal foreign body removal etc.• Shall have knowledge and experience in the training and supervision of food handlers' as well as experience in developing and monitoring Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) systems.? Candidate shall have more than five (05 year’s corresponding professional qualification, achievements and experiences.? Candidate shall be computer literate and be Fit For Work with evidence of the completion of the tests as: Physical Examination, Full Blood Count, Kidney function, Liver Function, Chest X-Ray, EGG, Vaccination Certificates, Help B status and etc.

LANGUAGES? Candidate must be a fluent English speaker and writer.

ROTATION? 4 weeks on, 4 weeks off

BENEFITS? Our client shall provide all site services, facilities, utilities and commodities required by the candidate to perform the services, including electricity and water supply (hot and cold), temperature control (air conditioning and heating), telecommunications, office equipment, stationery, fuel, maintenance, security, etc.? Our client will provide accommodation, meals, related services (such as laundry), as per the personnel of our client’s company of a similar status and position, ? Economy Class air tickets will be provided to the candidate.


How to apply:

Applicants should send a letter of application and their CV to careers@ctgglobal.com. Please subject your email with BHJOB2678_380.

Turkey: MDM seeks A NURSE (M/F) For Turkey (based in Reyhanli)

Country: Turkey
Closing date: 30 Sep 2013

For more than 30 years, Médecins du Monde, a campaigning medical organisation committed to international solidarity, has been caring for the most vulnerable populations at home and abroad. It has continued to highlight obstacles that exist in accessing health care and has secured sustainable improvements in health-for-all policies. Those working for this independent organisation do not solely dispense care and treatment but condemn violations of human dignity and rights and fight to improve matters for populations living in precarious situations.

MdM currently works in 46 countries across all continents where it focuses on 4 priority areas: caring for the health of migrants and displaced persons, promoting sexual and reproductive health, combating HIV and reducing the harm and risks associated with drug use, crises and conflicts.

Since 15th of March 2011, following the demonstrations in Dera’a and then in the major cities of Syria, the situation has been worsening. Protesters demand the resignation of President Bashar al-Assad, the overthrow of his government, and an end to nearly five decades of Ba’ath Party rule.

The conflict between the Syrian army and opposition resulted in massive displacements of populations within the country and, into adjacent countries. International community tries to solve the problem, for the moment however, proposed solutions have failed. In 2012, MdM opened missions in the 3 countries neighboring Syria, namely Jordan, Lebanon and Turkey.

In Turkey, since the beginning of August 2012, activities in support of a post-operative and rehabilitation center started in Reyhanli. The Center has 80 bad capacities for in-patients but it also provides health care services to out-patients in term of the dressing, physiotherapies, pharmaceutical and dental care and when needed, simple surgery interventions with local anesthesia. The new hospital with 3 surgical units needs to be open in September in Reyhanli and it is planned that the Center becomes a branch of this hospital for post-operative and rehabilitation care for Syrians patients discharge from Turkish and field hospitals inside Syria. MDM has been provided technical assistance to the Center medical staff, but some key elements have still to be improved especially concerning technical support to the nurses’ team.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Working directly under the responsibility of the Field Coordinator and in close cooperation with the Medical supervisor and Medical Coordinator, the Nurse ensures the medical activities are suitable and are responsive to the programs objectives.

The Nurse integrates and readapts its activities according to the development of the context and the mission.

He/she ensures quality of nursing care, documentation, treatment and follow-up of patients in accordance with doctors' prescriptions, protocols, respect of hygiene standards and context.He/she ensures training of the nurses He/she participates in weekly medical meetings He/she participates in new assessments and programs, if the need arises.

More specifically, you:

1/ Closely supervise daily care to the post-operative patients, in collaboration with the nursing team, and according to the protocols:• Apply and make sure hygiene standards and security rules are respected for medical premises, routing of patients. Ensure aseptic technique is adhered to during all nursing care.• Ensure that patient dressings are changed in accordance to Doctors prescriptions and medical protocols• Organise and carry out patient care and treatments according to doctor’s prescription and protocols.• Ensure that quality and continuity of care are respected.• Carry out surveillance of the patient, assessment of his health status, identifying emergency situations and notifying of the doctor.• In case of emergency, carry out first aid care and treatment according to prior written protocol done by the doctor. • Carry out when necessary a therapeutic education of the patient using a patient based approach.

2/ Ensure the training of the nursing team in the good practices of hygiene, dressings and organizational skills.• Identify precisely the needs• Elaborate a training schedule and modules• Supervise and do bedside training of the team in their daily work• Evaluate the results

3/ Report to the Medical supervisor with regular medical reports

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:- Starting: 18/09/2013 - Duration: 3 months - Contract: VOLUNTEER (French law)Monthly allowance: 915 euros / months (+ perdiem)

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED:

  • You will be committed to MdM’s values as an organisation and be motivated by its non-statutory, Not-For-Profit model.
  • Experience as a nurse for an NGO abroad is compulsory
  • Ability to work as part of an international team, in a changing context,
  • Technical skills in hygiene, aseptic technique, treatment of various wounds and dressings.
  • Experience in a rehabilitation center is an asset
  • Technical ability in assessment, training and evaluation of both technical and organizational skills.
  • Impartiality and discretion
  • Diplomacy skills
  • Team spirit
  • Capacity to live and to work in tense conditions (proximity to an armed conflict)
  • Reactivity, anticipation, adaptability and capacity to take initiatives to changing requirements
  • Ability and flexibility to understand the cultural and political environment and work with different nationalities

Languages: Fluent English (oral and written) mandatory Arabic an asset


How to apply:

To apply this position, please send a resume and a cover letter via this link: http://mdm.profilsearch.com/recrute/internet/fo_annonce_voir.php?id=896&...

To have a look at all our vacancies: http://www.medecinsdumonde.org/Agir-Donner/Postuler-a-MdM

« MdM reserves the right to close any vacancy before the advertised deadline. Thank you for your understanding. »

Turkey: MDM seeks A NURSE (M/F) For Turkey (based in Reyhanli)

Country: Turkey
Closing date: 30 Sep 2013

For more than 30 years, Médecins du Monde, a campaigning medical organisation committed to international solidarity, has been caring for the most vulnerable populations at home and abroad. It has continued to highlight obstacles that exist in accessing health care and has secured sustainable improvements in health-for-all policies. Those working for this independent organisation do not solely dispense care and treatment but condemn violations of human dignity and rights and fight to improve matters for populations living in precarious situations.

MdM currently works in 46 countries across all continents where it focuses on 4 priority areas: caring for the health of migrants and displaced persons, promoting sexual and reproductive health, combating HIV and reducing the harm and risks associated with drug use, crises and conflicts.

Since 15th of March 2011, following the demonstrations in Dera’a and then in the major cities of Syria, the situation has been worsening. Protesters demand the resignation of President Bashar al-Assad, the overthrow of his government, and an end to nearly five decades of Ba’ath Party rule.

The conflict between the Syrian army and opposition resulted in massive displacements of populations within the country and, into adjacent countries. International community tries to solve the problem, for the moment however, proposed solutions have failed. In 2012, MdM opened missions in the 3 countries neighboring Syria, namely Jordan, Lebanon and Turkey.

In Turkey, since the beginning of August 2012, activities in support of a post-operative and rehabilitation center started in Reyhanli. The Center has 80 bad capacities for in-patients but it also provides health care services to out-patients in term of the dressing, physiotherapies, pharmaceutical and dental care and when needed, simple surgery interventions with local anesthesia. The new hospital with 3 surgical units needs to be open in September in Reyhanli and it is planned that the Center becomes a branch of this hospital for post-operative and rehabilitation care for Syrians patients discharge from Turkish and field hospitals inside Syria. MDM has been provided technical assistance to the Center medical staff, but some key elements have still to be improved especially concerning technical support to the nurses’ team.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Working directly under the responsibility of the Field Coordinator and in close cooperation with the Medical supervisor and Medical Coordinator, the Nurse ensures the medical activities are suitable and are responsive to the programs objectives.

The Nurse integrates and readapts its activities according to the development of the context and the mission.

He/she ensures quality of nursing care, documentation, treatment and follow-up of patients in accordance with doctors' prescriptions, protocols, respect of hygiene standards and context.He/she ensures training of the nurses He/she participates in weekly medical meetings He/she participates in new assessments and programs, if the need arises.

More specifically, you:

1/ Closely supervise daily care to the post-operative patients, in collaboration with the nursing team, and according to the protocols:• Apply and make sure hygiene standards and security rules are respected for medical premises, routing of patients. Ensure aseptic technique is adhered to during all nursing care.• Ensure that patient dressings are changed in accordance to Doctors prescriptions and medical protocols• Organise and carry out patient care and treatments according to doctor’s prescription and protocols.• Ensure that quality and continuity of care are respected.• Carry out surveillance of the patient, assessment of his health status, identifying emergency situations and notifying of the doctor.• In case of emergency, carry out first aid care and treatment according to prior written protocol done by the doctor. • Carry out when necessary a therapeutic education of the patient using a patient based approach.

2/ Ensure the training of the nursing team in the good practices of hygiene, dressings and organizational skills.• Identify precisely the needs• Elaborate a training schedule and modules• Supervise and do bedside training of the team in their daily work• Evaluate the results

3/ Report to the Medical supervisor with regular medical reports

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:- Starting: 18/09/2013 - Duration: 3 months - Contract: VOLUNTEER (French law)Monthly allowance: 915 euros / months (+ perdiem)

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED:

  • You will be committed to MdM’s values as an organisation and be motivated by its non-statutory, Not-For-Profit model.
  • Experience as a nurse for an NGO abroad is compulsory
  • Ability to work as part of an international team, in a changing context,
  • Technical skills in hygiene, aseptic technique, treatment of various wounds and dressings.
  • Experience in a rehabilitation center is an asset
  • Technical ability in assessment, training and evaluation of both technical and organizational skills.
  • Impartiality and discretion
  • Diplomacy skills
  • Team spirit
  • Capacity to live and to work in tense conditions (proximity to an armed conflict)
  • Reactivity, anticipation, adaptability and capacity to take initiatives to changing requirements
  • Ability and flexibility to understand the cultural and political environment and work with different nationalities

Languages: Fluent English (oral and written) mandatory Arabic an asset


How to apply:

To apply this position, please send a resume and a cover letter via this link: http://mdm.profilsearch.com/recrute/internet/fo_annonce_voir.php?id=896&...

To have a look at all our vacancies: http://www.medecinsdumonde.org/Agir-Donner/Postuler-a-MdM

« MdM reserves the right to close any vacancy before the advertised deadline. Thank you for your understanding. »

Libya: Nurse

Organization: International Rehabilitation Council for Torture Victims
Country: Libya
Closing date: 21 Aug 2013

JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Nurse
Tripoli, Libya

The International Rehabilitation Council for Torture Victims (IRCT) is a health-based umbrella organization that supports the rehabilitation of torture victims and the prevention of torture worldwide, with a membership of more than 140 independent rehabilitation centres in more than 70 countries.

We are seeking a Clinical Nurse to provide health services for torture survivors in Libya. The contract is initially for one year, with the possibility of extension depending on funding. This post is based at the rehabilitation centre in Tripoli and will work closely with the Director of Center, other medical specialists in collaboration with the rehabilitation doctor and our partner in Libya, the World Organization against Torture (OMCT). Our work in Libya is generously funded by the European Commission and we offer a competitive salary.

This post will appeal to those with a passion for helping survivors of torture to rehabilitate and who are keen to be part of the team building services in Libya to support those directly affected by torture, their families and the communities they live in. You will have an interest in working as part of the global and regional rehabilitation sector. You will bring experience of medical services in Libya and preferably have experience in the rehabilitation and/or mental health sector. You will be familiar with and keen to interact with colleagues in the Libyan public and private health services sector. You will work in close cooperation with our Project Manager in Tripoli and be actively supported by a team of rehabilitation experts based in Denmark and throughout the MENA region.

Responsibilities:

• Supporting the IRCT local health-care facilities;
• Examining and clinically managing post trauma victims in the IRCT health-care facilities;
• Evaluating individual and collective ex-detainees and IDPs health, hygiene, their nutritional status, access to medical care providing medical care when needed and possible;

• Examining specific cases and documenting instances of torture and other types of ill-treatment, both physical and psychological;
• Performing work by using, developing and / or improving the necessary work tools;
• Ensuring good respect of confidentiality related to patients;
• Ensuring quality medical follow-up and if necessary referring to other health facilities;
• Applying hygiene standards in all health activities;
• Managing pharmacy and medical equipment;
• Preparing orders for medical supplies;
• Identifying new needs, in terms of drugs and medical equipment;
• Working in collaboration with other departments;
• Collecting data from all activities and health indicators, monitoring, analysis and reporting;
• Attending training sessions related to the subject of work and the post;
• Ensuring close cooperation with our partner OMCT in this project to build synergies in our work to ensure the rehabilitation of survivors of torture.

Personal Specifications:

• Registered nurse from a recognized nurse training institution; • At least 3 years working experience in community health, including mental health and trauma;
• Valid nursing license to practice in Libya;
• Experience in dealing with national and international partners (NGOs, UN, EU, etc.) is an asset;
• Knowledge of the region, particularly of the Libyan context and a proven experience in working in similar environments;
• Prepared to work under pressure and stress in a potentially dangerous environment;
• Experience in working in the field of human rights;
• Experience in working in the field of NGOs would be an asset;

• Knowledge of the Istanbul Protocol on how to conduct an effective documentation of torture and other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment is an asset;
• Excellent command of Arabic and English.

Personal Attributes:

• Organization skills, self-disciplined, flexibility;
• A high interest and passion for working in the field of health and human rights;
• Comfortable working in an international environment and cross culturally;
• Ability to work under pressure and to work remotely from some other members of the team;
• Ability to work as a team player, share knowledge widely, build relationships and partnerships;
• Ability to work with current technology such as Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook;
• Driving License and willingness to travel within Libya.


How to apply:

Please send a CV and a covering letter of no more than 2 pages and a reference list in English explaining how your experience relates to the duties in the responsibilities of the post and person specification to: Jamal M. Hammoud, Project Coordinator at the IRCT, jha@irct.org , no later than Monday the 21th of August 2013 at 12 PM CET. We are happy to discuss any questions you may have so do send an email to Jamal Hammoud and he will reply as soon as possible.

Due to the nature of the post we are looking for applicants who have the right to live and work in Libya. The IRCT encourages all individuals from a cross-section of Libyan society to apply.
This is a local recruitment and the salary is stipulated on that basis.
Preliminary interviews will be carried out on during the first week of September 2013.
We are only able to contact shortlisted candidates and thank you for your interest.