Philippines: Health Field Officer based in Davao (For Filipino Nationals only)

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)

Under the direct supervision of the Head of Office (HoO) and technical supervision of the Health Delegate, the Health Field Officer is regularly in the field, contributing to the implementation, running, and monitoring of the first aid activities (especially for combatants) and the emergency responses in cooperation with the health team according to the objectives set out in the delegation's annual planning in all Mindanao priority areas. Based on the skills required for this position, s/he has the capacity to oversee the programs with autonomy, and actively contributes to the planning and coordination of activities with the whole health team.

MAIN TASKS:

· Handles first aid training for combatants and develops, readjusts, and follows up on the guidelines under the technical supervision of the health delegate

· Implements and follows up on the first aid activities with combatants, and supports the Health Field Officer (HFO) in each specific area of responsibility (AoR)

· Supports the evaluation and implementation of an emergency response, if needed, and remains in the affected area as long as necessary to support the HFO in charge, avoiding disruption of the health activities

· Ensures continuity of the health operations through deployment in an Aor to cover the HFO in charge in case of absence

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

· Good interpersonal skills and a good network of connections 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: 09 August 2019

Duration of contract: Open-ended

Contract Start: As soon as possible

*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 www.icrc.org/ph and follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/ICRCph.