Medic

Handicap International (which runs projects under its operating name, Humanity & Inclusion - HI -), is an independent and impartial international aid organisation working in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster. Working alongside persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups, our action and testimony are focused on responding to their essential needs, improving their living conditions and promoting respect for their dignity and their fundamental rights. Handicap International is a not-for-profit organisation with no religious or political affiliation. It operates as a federation made up of a network of associations.

OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION:

 Under the line management of the Multi Task Team (MTT) International Technical Advisor/Team Leader (TA/TL) the Medic is part of the team conducing Multi Task activities in the Governorate of Rafah. The MTT component of the project involves the location, removal and destruction of Explosive Remnants of War (ERW) and Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), marking Suspected and Confirmed Hazardous Areas (SHA/CHA) and when needed delivering emergency Risk Education (RE) & safety briefings to persons at risk on the dangers of ERW and IEDs who are living, traveling or working close to the hazardous areas.

The Medic may be tasked to assist the project in other ways from time to time.

Thus, he/she ensures:

• the appropriate and timely implementation of all activities in line with the expected results and target indicators (for both direct and indirect interventions), while paying attention to any new developments;
• That programme operates to the highest possible qualitative standards, in line with primary objectives and the guidance of the Organisation.

Responsibilities:

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS DECRIPTION

1. Participate in and conduct medical training in accordance with HI SOPs.

• Follow initial and refresher training as requested by line manager; ask for refresher training and guidance any time.
• Provide BTLS (Basic Trauma Life Support) medical training for the team or any other staff member, as directed by the HI Medical Coordinator and requested by the Chief of Operations.
• Participate actively in CASEVAC drills to demonstrate your abilities to manage with emergencies in respect of the procedures.
• Promote preventive measures to prevent the contraction of any disease or illness and a high standard of personal and accommodation hygiene to the team.

2. Ensure the good preparation, use and maintenance of medical equipment.

• Maintenance and care for the team medical equipment, medical supplies and all other equipment within the project.
• Account daily the use of the medical equipment ensuring that the minimum required is all the time available.
• When necessary, report to the Medical Coordinator the state of medical equipment, requesting in advance the medical supplies required ensuring the availability of each item as per SOP.
• Report to the Medical Coordinator on any deficiencies and medical logistical requirements in a timely fashion.
• Ensure both Ambulances are fully prepared for use.
• Make sure oxygen cylinders are fully charged and all drugs up to date.

3. Provide medical assistance on the current ERW (Explosive Remnant of War) and mine clearance operations at HI designated sites.

• Ensure that HI Medical protocols are respected during the clearance operations.
• At any time be prepared to assist with medical evacuation as necessary.
• In case of accident prioritize all relevant lifesaving treatments that casualty requires to maintain life.
• Under the direction of the medical coordinator, maintain appropriate medical staff records as per HI procedures.
• Ensure that the medical evacuation plan for a clearance task is understood by all team members, maintained and updated as appropriate, in cooperation with the medical coordinator.
• Responsible along with the Regional medical coordinator, for the coordination between HI and external medical facilities.
• Check the evacuation road at least once a week to verify no roadwork’s or road closures that will impair the planned MEDEVAC on that road.
• Any other duties as required by the Medical Coordinator.
• Ensuring high standards of hygiene, clean accommodation areas/working areas, welfare of the staff and sustaining high performance medical preventative measures of all staff for the duration of the project.

4. Ensure proper filing and reporting of operational data.

• Assure the filing and archiving of everyday medical documents for its team.
• Ensure the availability and the proper use of HI forms.
• Ensure that loss and damage reports are filled out for lost or damaged equipment as necessary and report to the Medical Coordinator.

5. Ensure the good use and maintenance of HI resources and a proper behavior with colleagues in respect of internal regulations and log-admin procedures.

• Respect welfare and discipline; act as a model in terms of attitude, work ethic and general behavior.
• Agree and fit with HI ethical, policies and principles.
• Respect working time and days as well as any other HI rules.

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Job profile requirements:

• Qualified Emergency Trauma Medic
• Qualified and registered Nurse
• Minimum of 2 years professional experience, preferably in a similar role.
• Previous experience with international or local NGO is desirable.
• Previous work in Mine Action is desirable.
• Strong interpersonal and intercultural skills.
• General computer & training skills.
• A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards and humanitarian values.
• Fluent English and Arabic.
• Demonstrate willingness to improve own knowledge and skills by participating actively in any training sessions and capacity building activities.
• Adapt to special situations or demands from supervisor.
• Any other tasked as directed by the Medical Coordinator, Team Leader, TFM or Chief of Operations.

PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS:

HI workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in HI Code of conduct.  In accordance with these values, HI operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti-fraud, bribery, and corruption.

Initial contract will be for a period of 3 months extendable upon availability of funds

Handicap International is an equal opportunity employer and

Particularly welcomes applications from persons with disabilities

Interested candidates should send their resume with motivation letter to reach on or before March 20, 2024 to [email protected] indicating your full name and the job title (Medic – Gaza Strip) in the subject line of your e-mail application. Incomplete applications or applications received after the deadline will be disregarded.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and those shortlisted will be contacted.