Country: Philippines
Closing date: 17 Jun 2019
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is a Geneva-based humanitarian organization that protects and assists victims of armed conflicts and other situations of violence without discrimination. It has been providing humanitarian aid in the Philippines for more than 70 years, with a permanent presence since 1982. The ICRC works closely with the Philippine Red Cross, its primary partner in the country.
Join the Health team of an international humanitarian organization. The ICRC Mindanao sub-delegation is looking for a:
Health Field Officer
(Based in Davao)
The Health Field Officer contributes to implementing, running, and monitoring the health activities under the Health delegate’s supervision and in cooperation with the health team, according to the objectives set out in the delegation's annual planning (Planning for Results) for all Mindanao areas of responsibility. Based on the skills required for this position, s/he has the capacity to manage/oversee programs with autonomy and contributes actively to planning, coordinating and supervising health activities and Health Field Officers at the sub-delegation and offices level which requires regular trips to the field.
MAIN TASKS:
Supports the Health Delegate in the oversight of the planning, implementation, and monitoring of ICRC health activities in Mindanao and ensures coherence of all actions with the elements: Health Care in Danger (HCiD), Mental Health and Psycho Social Support (MHPSS), Sexual Violence (VP), Person with Disability (PWD), community based protection activities
Acts as the focal point in the sub-delegation for Health Care in Danger (HCiD), health networking with stakeholders and all health mapping exercises
Collects, organizes and analyzes all information related to health situations / activities and general context
Manages the Mindanao health team under the supervision of the Health Delegate
Manages institutional reporting and statistics together with the Health Delegate
REQUIRED PROFILE:
A successful candidate will have:
A university degree in the health sector or equivalent (nursing, medicine)
3 to 5 years’ work experience (including 2 years of clinical experience) with minimum 2 years’ experience in the humanitarian sector
Good knowledge and understanding of public health and local health services and systems
Experience as a first aid trainer
Fluency in written and spoken English, Tagalog, Visayan, Maranao and Maguindanaon
Good organizational skills
Good analytical skills
Good communication skills
As an asset, a successful candidate may have:
Experience in working with the administration of health and medical structures in the Philippines
Experience in carrying out First Aid training
Good interpersonal skills and a good network with local health authorities
Awareness and respect of professional and institutional ethics, particularly with respect to confidentiality
Knowledge of the assigned geographic area
THE ICRC OFFERS
A meaningful career within an international humanitarian setup
Competitive compensation package
Opportunities for continued learning and development
Closing date of application: 17 June 2019
Duration of contract: Open-ended
Contract Start: 01 July 2019
*Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until position is successfully filled. Recruitment may close before deadline of applications.
Qualified applicants are requested to send their comprehensive resume, cover letter to dav_hr_services@icrc.org with subject line: SURNAME First name – DAV Health Field Officer (cover letter, resume).
Office Address: 2/F Tavera Business Center, J. Camus Ext. corner Araullo Sts., Davao City 8000
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. A valid NBI clearance must be submitted once shortlisted.
To learn more about the ICRC in the Philippines, please visit our website and follow us on Facebook..
How to apply:
Qualified applicants are requested to send their comprehensive resume, cover letter to dav_hr_services@icrc.org with subject line: SURNAME First name – DAV Health Field Officer (cover letter, resume).
Office Address: 2/F Tavera Business Center, J. Camus Ext. corner Araullo Sts., Davao City 8000
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. A valid NBI clearance must be submitted once shortlisted.
To learn more about the ICRC in the Philippines, please visit our website and follow us on Facebook..