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Regional Medical Officer

International Organization For Migration

full time Nairobi Posted 1 day ago

Education**

  • Completed doctorate in Medicine from an accredited academic institution (Doctor in Medicine). 

  • Post-doctoral Diploma in one of the specialty branches of Medicine (e.g. Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Occupational Medicine). - Courses which do not attribute a diploma as "Specialist” in a specific branch of Medicine, though they may be an asset, but do not substitute a Specialty Diploma. 

  • Additional qualifications in Occupational and Travel medicine are an asset.

Experience**

  • Seven years of post doctorate experience in clinical medicine. Experience in occupational health,travel and tropical medicine, preventive medicine, medical evacuations, mental health, and crisis management are an asset.  

  • at least three years of managerial/supervision experience with clinical staff (e.g. doctors, nurses, etc.); experience in general office administration;  

  • experience in medical insurances and health claim analysis is desirable; 

  • knowledge of legal and ethical issues related to occupational health care practice is an asset; 

  • experience in liaising with international organizations and hospitals in different countries is an asset.

Medical Examinations Oversight

Review and validate medical examination reports including, but not exclusively: 

  • Entry on Duty (EOD) assessments,

  • Periodic Medical Examinations (PME) for selected risk groups,

  • Driver-specific fitness exams

  • Reports on Long term sick leave certifications

  • Reports on Disability and other special cases 

  • Independent Medical Examinations

  • Ensure that all examinations meet quality standards and comply with IOM-OHU protocols.

  • Assess medical fitness for duty and deployment, including to hardship duty stations.

  • Screen medical questionnaires for staff and dependents, identifying any conditions that may affect work capacity or require special accommodations.

  • Authorize extended insurance coverage upon exit (e.g., CACP) when medically justified.

Clinical Duties and Medical Support

  • Undertake clinical duties when applicable, including walk-in consultations, emergency response, and follow-up care for staff.

  • Provide occupational health services such as immunizations, malaria prophylaxis, and travel health kits.

  • Refer staff to external specialists and ensure proper follow-up and documentation.

  • Support health education and promotion programs, including preventive health campaigns and awareness initiatives in collaboration with OHU HQ.

  • Participate in addressing workplace health risks, including ergonomic assessments and mental health support.

Health Insurance and Claims Management

  • Oversee the review of medical insurance claims, ensuring accuracy and compliance with IOM policies.

  • Collaborate to detect and prevent fraud when suspicious medical documents are provided and escalate complex cases to OHU and HRM units.

  • Liaise with insurance providers to resolve coverage gaps and advocate for staff welfare.

  • Liaise and support the Insurance Unit in providing information on coverage, entitlements and claims. 

Occupational Health and Safety

  • Implement the Occupational Health Strategy regionally, including risk assessments and health infrastructure evaluations.

  • Coordinate emergency medical support and medical evacuations in collaboration with OHU and field missions.

  • Provide pre-travel medical briefings and ensure staff preparedness for deployment.

  • Act as OHU’s regional representative on occupational health hazards and crisis response.

 Medico-Administrative Advisory

  • Advise HR and senior management on medical standards for recruitment, sick leave, and travel.

  • Participate in crisis preparedness planning and business continuity efforts.

  • Supervise medical clearances for staff across UN entities, ensuring consistency with Earth Med protocols.

Training and Supervision

  • Implement health education programs, including HIV/AIDS prevention, first aid, and CPR.

  • Ensure availability of medical supplies and proper functioning of equipment.

Reporting and Documentation

  • Submit regular reports on high-cost cases, exclusions, occupational incidents, and sick leave trends.

  • Maintain organized and confidential medical records, ensuring compliance with data protection standards.

  • Provide statistical insights to inform health policy and program development.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Represent IOM in inter-agency health forums and maintain partnerships with local healthcare providers.

  • Provide technical input to donor proposals and health-related projects under the supervision of the Chief Medical Officer and the Director SHWD.

  • Act as focal point for regional health emergencies and coordinate response efforts.

  •  Perform such other duties that may be assigned.