Core Functions / Responsibilities: 1. Dispatching of files and documents to/from MHAC and designated laboratory/hospital, maintaining due confidentiality.
2. Providing clerical support in preparing various technical documents/lists, and photocopying medical reports and labeling mail/samples, etc.
3. Assisting the Migration Health processing team other medical personnel in maintaining an organized flow of applicants throughout the health assessment process.
4. Any other related duties, which may be assigned by the Migration Health processing team
Required Qualifications and Experience Education Completed University degree from an accredited institution in Arts, Social Sciences or other related studies; or
High school certificate and 2 years of relevant professional experience
Experience Prior experience in assisting with IOM migration health assessment operations or as a messenger with other agencies is required.
Previous working experience with NGOs or international organizations will be an added advantage
Mature individual, able to work independently, effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds at all levels.
Computer literate on Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Access
Languages Excellent command of spoken and written English and Kiswahili.
Required Competencies Behavioural The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following competencies:
Accountability- Follows all relevant procedures, processes and policies
Client Orientation- Identifies the immediate and peripheral clients of own work
Continuous Learning- Contributes to colleagues’ learning
Communication – Actively shares relevant information
Performance Management – Provides constructive feedback to colleagues
Planning and Organizing – Sets clear and achievable goals consistent with agreed priorities for self and others
Professionalism – Masters subject matter related to responsibilities
Teamwork – Actively contributes to an effective, collegial, and agreeable team environment
Other Technical
Effectively applies knowledge of health issues in execution of responsibilities at appropriate level
Maintain confidentiality and discretion in appropriate areas of work
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment (upon notification in writing to the candidate) and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighbouring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighbouring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable
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