3 Job Positions at International Organization for Migration (IOM): (Deadline 26 March 2023)

Position Title

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Laboratory Technician

Organizational Unit

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MHD

Duty Station

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IOM Kigali, Rwanda

Type of Appointment

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 Non-staff

Estimated Start Date

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As soon as possible

 Closing Date

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 March 27, 2023

Reference Code

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CFA 2023/06 – RW

II. Organizational Context and Scope

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners.  IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all.  It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

Context: 

Under the direct supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor and the overall supervision of the Chief Migration Health Officer (CMHO) the incumbent will be responsible for technical support to laboratory services with respect to Migration Health Assessments (HAP) and other programmes implemented by the IOM Migration Health Division in country Kigali, Rwanda:

III. Responsibilities and Accountabilities

1. Perform laboratory procedures as assigned by the laboratory supervisor for pre-examination, examination and post-examination activities through the use of the standard relevant equipment.
2. Ensure standards and the quality of laboratory procedures by strictly following the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
3. Adhere to biosafety measures adopted in the laboratory, minding the safety of oneself and others.
4. Organize and operate activities on assigned station for accurate, efficient and timely delivery of results.
5. Perform quality control activities for assigned stations and document results as required.
6. Facilitate in maintenance of laboratory equipment in good working order and operate equipment appropriately following SOPs.
7. Facilitate in laboratory stock management and monitor that the equipment and consumables are sufficient for the anticipated work.
8. Facilitate to maintenance of established system of organized record keeping and information management for timely delivery of results, data collection, analysis and reporting for laboratory monitoring and facilitation to operational research.
9. Participate in the development and updating of SOPs as needed.
10. Participate in the improvement of the service system according to adopted work plan in the laboratory.
11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

IV. Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

Completed Bachelor’s degree or Diploma from an accredited academic institution in Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Sciences, Microbiology or a related discipline.

Experience

• At least two years of relevant laboratory experience in a busy institution, preferably in a laboratory;
• Relevant technical knowledge and practices to personnel and laboratory operations;
• Computer literate with understanding of accurate data collection and analysis for monitoring and continuous improvement of laboratory services and performance; and,
• Good awareness of the laboratory role in health systems, optimal use of resources for quality and efficient services delivery.

V. Languages

Required (specify the required knowledge)

Advantageous

English and Kinyarwanda

French

Notes

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment

Position Title

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Radiologist Technician

Organizational Unit

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MHD

Duty Station

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IOM Kigali, Rwanda

Type of Appointment

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 Non-staff

Estimated Start Date

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As soon as possible

 Closing Date

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 March 27, 2023

Reference Code

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CFA 2023/07 – RW

II. Organizational Context and Scope

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners.  IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all.  It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

Context: 

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Radiologist Assistant and with the technical guidance from IOM Teleradiology Center and the overall supervision of the Chief Migration Health Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for processing screening X-ray of the refugees and immigrants in the IOM Health Assessment Programme, and will specifically carry-out the following duties and responsibilities:

III. Responsibilities and Accountabilities

1. Take good quality chest X-ray images of migrants as requested by Physicians and/or Radiologist in accordance with IOM and international radiographic standards and resettlement countries technical instructions. Take the appropriate additional chest X-ray views using the standard procedures, when requested.
2. Explain the X-ray examination procedures to applicants and answer questions. Prepare equipment’s and examination rooms for use, perform proper ID checking, correct biodata entry to CR/DR machines and standard labelling of the radiographic images avoiding substitutions.
3. Apply proper radiographic techniques and radiation protection procedures during X-ray taking, including providing pelvic lead shielding for all, double wrap-around lead shielding for pregnant woman, positioning of applicants, collimation of X-ray beam, and use of proper X-ray exposure factors, and monitoring of applicants during the examinations.
4. Perform proper processing of digital images on CR/DR machine, review the image quality and repeat when the image quality is not acceptable. Report important/urgent information to Radiologists and/or Physician.
5. Contribute to maintaining consistently high-quality chest X-rays in the Radiology Unit through proper utilization of radiographic techniques, checking and correcting technical quality of the images, adherence to technical requirements of resettlement countries and training of staff involved in chest X-ray taking. Take the role of quality assurance focal person for the X-ray Unit, as needed.
6. Participate in ensuring the overall radiation safety of the applicants, staff and the public by applying the standard radiation protection rules and regulations, regularly wearing personal radiation measurement badges, assisting the reading of the personal radiation monitoring badge, performing the duties of radiation protection focal person and communicating with the respective authorities, as needed.
7. Take part in the regular and timely quality assurance of the CR/DR X-ray machines through proper handling of machines and regular checking of equipment performance and reporting of issues immediately.  Contact external and internal technical service providers regarding maintenance service and repair of the X-ray equipment as needed.
8. Contribute in optimizing the workflow in the Radiology Unit through applying regular quality control and improvement of the standard operating procedures including identification procedures and correctness of data entry to ensure quick, correct, and smooth X-ray processing and timely delivery of chest X-ray images and reports.
9. Prepare daily worklists, barcodes, check the identity of applicants, radiographic counselling, uploading digital Chest X-rays images to e-Medical website, and/or burning images on CDs.
10. Prepare statistical summary reports on operational activities of the Radiology Unit, document any other information and properly keep records as needed.
11. Communicate with the Radiologist and/or Teleradiology Centers for the reading of the chest X-rays, take the role of the Country Office’s focal person for coordinating the radiology chest X-ray reading workflow and provide the chest X-ray reports to the panel physicians as needed.
12. Contribute in implementing infection control measures and maintaining a tidy and neat work environment in the Radiology Unit.
13. Suggest additional measures to improve the quality, speed or safety of the radiological procedures as needed.
14. Perform any other duties as may be assigned.

IV. Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• University Bachelor’s degree in radiologic technology from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant experience;

Experience

• Working experience in radiography, especially Chest X-Ray, knowledge on digital machine required;
• Up to date professional license/Board certificate as per the country’s requirement;
• Good computer skill, especially in Microsoft Excel is essential;
• Knowledge and experience in radiology information systems and Picture archiving and communication systems an advantage; and,
• Experience in screening chest X-ray and Health Assessment Programs an advantage.

V. Languages

Required (specify the required knowledge)

Advantageous

English and Kinyarwanda

French

Notes

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment

Position Title

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Migration Health Nurse

Organizational Unit

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MHD

Duty Station

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IOM Kigali, Nyabiheke Camp, Kiziba Camp and Mahama Camp, Rwanda

Type of Appointment

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 Non-staff

Estimated Start Date

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As soon as possible

 Closing Date

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 March 27, 2023

Reference Code

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CFA 2023/05- RW

II. Organizational Context and Scope

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners.  IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all.  It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

Context: 

Under the overall supervision of the Chief Migration Health Officer (CMHO) and the direct supervision of the Senior Migration Health Nurse, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities in relation to the Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) in Kigali and refugee camps, Rwanda.

III. Responsibilities and Accountabilities

1.       Perform daily nursing activities in the Migration Health Assessment Clinic (MHAC) to fulfil the technical requirements of the resettlement countries in the areas of:

a.  Medical examinations,

• Such as checking vital signs, weight, height, visual acuity;
• Blood, urine or sputum collection as required;

b.  Imaging;

c.  Laboratory testing;

d.  Vaccinations;

e. TB management; Directly Observed Treatment Short Course (DOTS)

f.  Treatment and referrals;

g.  Pre-departure procedures and medical movements;

h.  Documentation, certification and information transmission; and,

i.   Other technical areas as may be required.

2.       Provide information and detailed explanations to the migrants and/or refugees in relation to:

• The migration health assessment process; and,
• Treatments and referrals.

3.       Ensure proper identification and follow-up by:

• Comprehensive history taking;
• Accurate and thorough Bio-data collection;
• Ensuring ID verification for each step of the health assessment process; and,
• Keeping a register of applicants who undergo health investigations and testing.

4.  Follow and implement the Health Assessment Programme’s check lists and SOP’s and maintain standard universal precautions within MHAC.

5.  Verify samples of sputum, blood or others are properly transported to the laboratory or previously designated location.

6.   Maintain and monitor the MHAC pharmacy, stock, medical kits and emergency kits within the MHAC and for medical escorts if applicable.

7.   Provide pre and/or post counselling to migrants or refugees on TB or HIV education, prevention and management as appropriate.

8.   Prepare administrative reports and program updates as necessary.

9.  Support the planning and execution of mobile missions if applicable.

10. Assist with pre-departure documents, briefings and preparations as necessary.

11. Perform medical escort duties when required to ensure migrants receive continued care throughout all phases of migration (before departure, during the journey and at the final destination).

12.  Maintain collaborative relationships with various partners to facilitate the follow up and relevant information sharing. Partners include internal IOM departments, other health providers, panel physicians, embassies other UN agencies or NGO’s and others as applicable.

13. Collect statistical information and share with the Senior Migration Health Nurse or CMHO as per preset and agreed upon format.

Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Mission-specific tasks:

1. Does pre-embarkation review/surveillance of all departing clients at refugee camps and Transit Center including

• Vital signs observation,
• Asks questions about past:

i.  Chronic illness,

ii.  Medication

iii.  General health

iv.  About pregnancy and LMP to reproductive age-group women.

• Superficial palpation of the abdomen of reproductive age-group women.
• Pre-departure treatment – mainly anti-malarial, anti-helminthiasis +/- vaccinations plus other treatment as indicated.
• Documentation of pre-departure treatment and assessment using the provided template. Weekly summaries and statistics to be sent to Data.
• Treatment of simple ailments among the inhabitants of the Transit centre with referral to hospital/MHAC in consultation with the doctor.
• Weekly update and ordering of drugs.

IV. Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Nursing Bachelor Degree with a minimum of three years relevant clinical experience and a valid license to practice nursing in Rwanda.

Experience

• Excellent technical skills, including in phlebotomy.
• Training or working experience in the areas of Tuberculosis management, STDs, mass immunizations, communicable diseases, laboratory testing or public health is an advantage.
• Computer literacy required: MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Access)
• Demonstrated ability to maintain accuracy and confidentiality in performing responsibilities.
• Previous work experience with an international organization and NGOs dealing with refugees would be strong advantage.

V. Languages

Required (specify the required knowledge)

Advantageous

English and Kinyarwanda

French

Notes

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment