Red Cross (ICRC) Nigeria NGO Job: Medical Field officer (MFO) – (Port Harcourt)

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and Independent organisation striving to protect and assist the victims of war and other situations of violence. The ICRC Nigeria is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person who fulfills the below mentioned criteria and who will:

Medical Field officer (MFO) – (Port Harcourt)
Starting data: January 2011
Main Task.
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 assessmenls of health related issues in the area of responsibility (significant health events; meetings with interlocutors; emergency needs).
Selection Requirements:
Medical Doctor or Registered Nurse/Midwife, additional public health degree is an advantage
At least 5 years working experience
Experience In Immunization programme implementation
Practical experience in public health
Knowledge of health authorities and medical structures in the Niger Delta
Excellenl command of English, good commend of Okrika and Kalabari and/or other local languages Good knowledge in computer (MS Word. Excel & PowerPoint)
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 10 work In an international and multi-disciplinary team
Ability to travel extansively within his area of responsiblllty
Driving experience and valid driver’s license
Assets:
Previous work experience with a humanitarian organization
Familiar with Niger Delta geographical areas and cultural context
Familiar with the work of the Red Cross in general

Application Deadline
23rd Novemeber, 2010

Method of Application
Interested candidates should sumit their application (letter of motivation, CV, copies of certificates, referees) before to the following addresses.
Attn. Administrator
ICRC Delegation In ABUJA
N. 29 Kumasi Crescent,
Off Aminu Kano Crescent.
Wuse II Abuja
OR
Attn. Administrator
ICRC Sub Delegation In PORT HARCOURT
No 466 Orogbum CrescentlAyaminima Street GRA Il
Port Harcourt
NB: please clearly indicate “Medical FO” on your envelope.
1. Personal correspondences are non-returnable,
2. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted,
3. Only complete files matching w.ith the profile will be considered.

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