2023-07-10

Physiotherapist/Occupational – Dhobley/Kismayo, Somalia

Dhobley/Kismayo, Somalia
Posted on July 10, 2023

Lutheran World Federation (LWF)

Physiotherapist/Occupational – Dhobley/Kismayo, Somalia

LWF World Service is the humanitarian and development arm of the Lutheran World Federation. We are a widely recognized, international, faith-based organization working in over 20 countries. We seek to bring people of all backgrounds together in the common quest for justice, peace, and reconciliation in an increasingly complex and fragmented world.

A commitment to the human rights of every individual, regardless of their status, guides our work, actions, and operations. We are particularly known for our timely, compassionate, and professional humanitarian work, and for our field presence in hard-to-reach areas. Our work is people-centered and community- based. Above all, we work with the most vulnerable, and in order to claim and uphold their rights, we engage proactively with local government and community structures.

Our partners in Kenya Somalia Program include: Lutheran Churches and their related agencies, The European Commission (ECHO), the US Government (BPRM), WFP, UNICEF and UNHCR with whom we are key implementing partners

Lutheran World Federation Kenya- Somalia, Kismayu Program is seeking to recruit a National staff for the following position;

Physiotherapist/Occupational

JOB SUMMARY

The physiotherapist, occupational and orthopedic is required to manage people with range of conditions including; including neurological, neuro musculoskeletal, Orthopedic, cardiovascular and respiratory and book them regularly for follow up and continued treatment where required/refer in line with LWF country strategies through provision of oversight to ensure expected program objectives are achieved.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Ø Work with patients who have a range of conditions, including neurological, neuro musculoskeletal, Orthopedic, cardiovascular and respiratory and book them regularly for follow up and continued treatment where required/refer

Ø Diagnose, assess and treat their physical problem/condition

Ø Develop and review treatment programs that encourage exercise and movement by the use of a range of techniques;

Ø Involve parents and care givers in the treatment, review and rehabilitation of patients and educate them about how to prevent and/or improve conditions at homebased level;

Ø Write patient case notes/human interest stories and reports and collect statistics where needed;

Ø Liaise with other healthcare professionals as needed to exchange information about the progress of patients, as well as to refer patients who require other medical attention and for further treatments;

Ø Keep up to date with new techniques and technologies available for treating patients;

Ø Be legally responsible and accountable, caring, compassionate and professional at all times;

Ø Manage clinical risk, adhere to standards of patient care, treatment protocols and documentation standards for the facility

Performing all key functions with regard to Physical therapy and additional, other related functions as directed when appropriate and also adhering to standards of performance as required by the institution

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Diploma in physiotherapy/Occupational or Orthopaedics and Trauma Medicine
Proven experience of minimum 3 years working within a humanitarian and development programme.
Experience gained with an international NGO will be an added advantage.
Valid license for practicing

COMPETENCIES

Excellent computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets, use of internet and email
Good in-depth knowledge and understanding of humanitarian principles and protection frameworks, tools and minimum standards.
Ability to liaise with a variety of people successfully and effectively in a multicultural set up.
Ability to work independently.
Fluent in written and spoken English with strong presentation skills .

A person of high integrity that will model LWF/WS Kenya Somalia Program core values:

Dignity and justice
Compassion and commitment
Respect for diversity
Inclusion and participation
Transparency and accountability

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

Internal

External

Program staff, project Management Team, Management team, Implementing Staff

Partners, Consultants, Funders, local administration, relevant line ministries, relevant cluster coordination forums.

Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect the organization’s commitment to the prevention of abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries.

Disclosure: The LWF participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme developed by the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response, which requires LWF to conduct reference checks with prior employers including questions about employee misconduct. By proceeding with this job application, you consent to LWF requesting a Statement of Conduct from previous employers. This Statement of Conduct is requested from previous employers for all candidates for employment and provided to all employers that request it from LWF.

This position will close by July 16<sup>th</sup> 2023.

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