Country: Greece
Closing date: 29 Oct 2017
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), a neutral and independent humanitarian organization, has a vacancy at its Mission in Athens for a resident position**:**
HEALTH FIELD OFFICER (HFO) (M/F)
The HFO contributes to the implementation of the Protection objectives of the ICRC Mission in Greece. As part of a team, s/he supports the implementation of ICRCs Primary Health Care project under the supervision of the detention doctor, in close collaboration with the authorities. S/he visits to places of detention hosting migrants. S/he participates to other activities aiming at the reinforcement of the protection of migrants with a special focus on health.
General Overview
Assists the ICRC detention doctor in the running of standard ICRC health activities in Greece and contributes to the activities of ICRC detention team;
Analyses the health field data, discusses the results with the superior and proposes and/or adapts action, if needed;
Contributes to the development, implementation, running and follow-up of ICRC Primary Health Care project;
Contributes to the development and maintenance of contacts with authorities at central, regional and local level, civil society organizations and NGOs.
Ideal profile
University degree in a medical or paramedical discipline
A minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar field
Fluent in written and spoken Greek and English, any other language will be an asset
Good knowledge of the General Context of Greece and in particular the (primary) health care structures
Good analytical skills with ability to interpret any situation
Good program management skills
Good communication and negotiation skills
Good computer skills
Available for frequent travels in Greece (islands and mainland)
What we propose
Open ended contract with probation period
Salary according to ICRC policy in Greece and previous experience (on 14 months basis)
Health insurance covered according to ICRC policy
Monthly metro pass and participation to lunch tickets
An opportunity to practice your professional skills in a humanitarian and multicultural environment
The ICRC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications equally from men and women.
Please note that this vacancy is open only to nationals of Greece and to nationals of other countries with a residence and work permit in Greece
How to apply:
Please note that this vacancy is open only to nationals of Greece and to nationals of other countries with a residence and work permit in Greece
Application Deadline: 29 October 2017
Application process:
Please send your application (CV + Letter of motivation) in English to: ath_recruitment@icrc.org
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.