Medical Officer

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Mission and objectives

Le Bureau intégré des Nations Unies en Haïti (BINUH) est une mission politique spéciale établie par la résolution 2476 du Conseil de sécurité du 25 juin 2019 et déployée sous le Chapitre VI de la Charte des Nations Unies. Avec une présence limitée à Port-au-Prince et des actions qui portent exclusivement sur l’appui en conseil et bons offices, le BINUH travaille en soutien aux institutions étatiques pour : Renforcer la stabilité politique et la bonne gouvernance, y compris l’état de droit. Préserver un environnement pacifique et stable, y compris en appuyant un dialogue national inclusif entre Haïtiens. Protéger et promouvoir les droits humains. Les activités du BINUH, qui ont pour but de créer les conditions nécessaires au développement durable, sont intégrées à celles des 19 agences, fonds et programmes de l’Équipe Pays des Nations Unies, qui fournissent une aide humanitaire et mettent en œuvre des programmes de développement sous le leadership des autorités nationales.

Context

The United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH) was established by Security Council resolution 2476 and is mandated to promote and strengthen political stability and good governance, including the rule of law, preserving and advancing a peaceful and stable environment, supporting an inclusive inter-Haitian national dialogue, and protecting and promoting human rights in Haiti. This position is located in the Medical Unit within the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti, (BINUH), Port-au-Prince. The incumbent reports to the Chief Medical Officer.

Task description

Within delegated authority, the Medical Officer at this level will be responsible for the following duties: Clinical Duties: • Undertakes day-to-day clinical duties, e.g. walk-in clinic, emergencies. • Undertakes day-to-day occupational health duties: pre-placement and periodic medical examinations, preparation of UN staff for travelling providing them immunizations, malaria prophylaxis, travel kits, etc. • Refers staff to outside specialists as necessary. • Follows-up with outside specialists. • Provides health education and health promotion programs. • Participates in addressing work environment and occupational health issues. Medical Administrative Duties: • Liaises with UN-Military Medical Units in the mission and host-nation medical facilities. • Follows the United Nations established policies and procedures regarding medical clearances, sick leave, and medical evacuations/repatriations. • Participates in drafting and implementation of business continuity and crises preparedness plans for the duty station/mission. • Deputizes for a more senior Medical Officer during his/her absence. Supervisory Administration: • Manages day-to-day mission medical support operations by ensuring availability of medical supplies and proper functioning of medical equipment. • Ensures appropriate training programs are implemented in order to maintain and develop the medical capabilities (e.g. health education, HIV/AIDS prevention, first aid and CPR). General: • Performs other related duties as required.