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Job 1: Driver, Baidoa, Somalia
Driver, Baidoa, Somalia
Closing date: 2 Jan 2024
Organization: International Organization for Migration (IOM)
SPECIAL VACANCY NOTICE
Open to Internal and External Candidates
Position Title: Driver
Vacancy Number: SVN/IOMSO/041/2023
Duty Station: IOM Somalia, Baidoa, Somalia
Classification: General Service Category, Grade G2
Type of Appointment: Special Short Term, Six Months with possibility of Extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 02 January, 2024
Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, 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 Supply Chain Officer, the direct supervision of the Senior Procurement and Logistics Assistant, administrative supervision of Head of Sub Office/OIC in Baidoa and in close coordination with Procurement &Logistics Assistant in Baidoa, the Driver will perform:
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
- Drive IOM vehicles inside and outside Baidoa, including on convoys, and execute tasks as assigned by the Procurement and Logistics Assistant.
- Ensure the safety of passengers, cargo and vehicle and observe traffic rules and road discipline.
- Manage the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle(s), including armoured Vehicles, to ensure roadworthiness before departure. This includes daily check of tires, brakes, engine oil, fan belt, etc. Ensure cleanliness of the vehicle(s) at all times and mandatory MOSS equipment is present and in proper working order i.e. fire extinguisher.
- Collect mail/cargo and deliver various documents/items as planned by the Procurement and Logistics Assistant.
- Fill in the inspection sheet of vehicle status and share with the Procurement and Logistics Assistant. Report promptly any defects or malfunctioning of the vehicle that requires immediate attention to the Procurement and Logistics Assistant.
- Driving IOM vehicles, transport persons and goods authorized by IOM, from one destination to another in a timely, safe and cost-effective manner.
- Ensure that in case of accident, supervisors are informed and a (police) report is obtained. In no case should the driver accept responsibility.
- Maintain the vehicle road log sheet including the fuel status and oil changing at all times.
- Follow all security procedures and coordinate with the Field Security Officer and Local Security Assistant on security matters and convoy planning.
- Follow the rules and regulations of driving IOM vehicles at all times.
- Be prepared and willing to work on weekend shifts as requested and on regular basis.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
- High School Degree from an accredited academic institution with two years of driving experience for a large organization and/or company.
- In possession of a valid driving license (A, B, C, D, E class).
Experience
- Possession of a recent certificate of good conduct from the NISA department.
- Good knowledge and working experience with HF and VHF Radios.
- Experience in working with UN agencies/ International NGOs/ Tour companies will be added advantage.
- Safe driving record.
Skills
- Good knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repairs.
- Good knowledge of routes within Dollow and surroundings.
- Trained in all terrain, defensive driving, and armored vehicle driving.
- Flexible in terms of working hours.
Languages
For all applicants, fluency in English and Somali is required (oral and written).
Required Competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
Values – All IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:
- Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
- Integrity and transparency: maintain high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
- Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent, and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
- Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
- Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected, and fairly treated.
Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 1
- Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
- Delivering results produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
- Managing and sharing knowledge continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge, and innovate.
- Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
- Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring, and motivational way.
Other
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this special vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment 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 neighboring 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 neighboring country located within commuting distance, and a work permit, as applicable.
How to apply
How to apply:
If you are interested, please submit your CV and Cover Letter via email with the subject of the position title and VN number to recruitmentsomalia@iom.int before the closing date.
No Fees: IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training, or other fee).
Posting period:
From 20.12.2023 to 02.02.2024
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Job 2: Qualified Midwife, Jowhar, Somalia
Qualified Midwife, Jowhar, Somalia
Vacancy: Qualified MidwifeDiaspora Expert
I. General Information
Position: Qualified Midwife
Position type: Diaspora Expert
Date of Issue: 18 December 2023
Duty Station: Jowhar General Hospital
Duration of Assignment: 12 months
Deadline for Applications: 08 January 2024
II. Background Information
About the MIDA FINNSOM III, Health and Education Project
The past decades have seen continued migration from various African countries, causing a “brain drain” that has debilitated various public sector systems across the continent. Through the IOM Migration for Development in Africa (MIDA) programme, Somali diaspora professionals have supported institutional capacity building, service delivery, and policy development of health and education institutions across Somalia since 2015.
The MIDA FINNSOM PHASE III – Health & Education project – contributes to strengthening the Health and Education sectors in Somalia towards achieving specific priorities in the Education Sector Strategic Plan (ESSP) and the Essential Package for Health Services (EPHS), as prioritized and outlined by the government. The project aims to do so by engaging and enhancing the role of qualified Somali diaspora experts willing to temporarily return to their country of origin. In particular, through assignments within key ministries and public institutions (including hospitals and universities), Somali diaspora experts contribute addressing gaps and enhancing strengths in the planning and delivery of health and education services, coherently with the needs identified through the dedicated baseline assessment conducted during the inception phase of the project. Furthermore, a component of the project is devoted toward contributing to the creation of stable and sustainable access to employment opportunities in the health and education sectors for local experts and interns, who will work in close coordination with the Somali diaspora experts – therefore reaping long-terms benefits of knowledge transfer, competencies sharing and skills development.
III. Duties & Responsibilities
The Federal Government of Somalia’s Ministry of Health and Human services (MoHHS), through the technical assistance provided by the IOM MIDA FINNSOM III Health and education project, seeks to build the skills of its health workforce, including midwives.
Under the guidance and supervision of the Director of the Hospital, and with the MoHHS Coordinator and the MoHHS M&E Specialist overseeing the running of the tasks, the qualified midwife will carry out the following duties and responsibilities:
- Perform tests to obtain information about patients’ medical conditions.
- Study patients’ history and health assessment.
- Monitor the patient postpartum and be available for questions or concerns.
- Tend to the health and well-being of patients.
- Assess the knowledge and skill level of the local midwife at the hospital and provide on-the-job training, mentoring, lectures, and supportive clinical supervision as needed to equip the staff with enhanced knowledge and skills to provide quality maternal and new-born health services including.
- Comprehensive and basic emergency care.
- Prenatal care and counselling.
- Family planning services.
- General health and lifestyle choices.
- Provide on-the-job training, mentoring, and supportive supervision to local nurses.
- Ensure that all medical and nursing staff implements standard clinical protocols.
- Carry out daily ward with medical doctors and health professionals.
- Carry out diagnostic tasks and complete medical check-ups.
- Develop clinical protocols, guidelines, and standards.
- Perform any other tasks required by the line manager.
- Gain trust and the confidence of each patient.
- Observe and record the condition of patients.
- Respond quickly to emergency calls.
- Provide on-the-job training and mentoring to the health staff particularly nursing and midwives in order to perform their risks and neonatal care.
- On-call for shifts and emergencies.
- Make ethical decisions related to consent and confidentiality.
- Review patient history, diagnostic and lab data and report any abnormalities.
- Participate in team meetings and other meetings and training as management requests.
IV. Requirements
Besides the specific outputs mentioned in section III, the MIDA FINNSOM III Heath and Education project is requiring the following deliverables to be submitted throughout the assignment. These are the standard requirements for all assignments under this project:
- Transfer of skills: The main responsibility of the qualified Somali expatriate—which he/she will be measured against—will be to ensure continuous and systematic transfer of knowledge and skills as related to the assignment. It will have to be agreed with the beneficiary institution that staff will benefit from this knowledge.
- Work plan: A work plan must be developed with the Supervisor during the first week of the assignment to provide clear and time-bound activities to successfully implement the outputs of the assignment. This work plan will be shared with the supervisor, MoHHS coordinator, MoHHS M&E Specialist and IOM project team. This work plan can be revised during the assignment to reflect on new developments or changes.
- Quarterly and Final Reports: Quarterly progress reports will be submitted by the expert to the supervisor, MoHHS Coordinator, MoHHS M&E Specialist, and IOM project team. At the end of the assignment, the participant must also provide a final report covering the duration of his/her assignment.
- Exit interview: An exit interview will be conducted to ensure that a proper exit plan has been put in place to sustain the achievements, upon completion of the assignment.
V. Qualifications
Level of Education:
- Minimum: BSc in midwifery; Desired: MSc in midwifery
Years of work experience in what area(s):
- Minimum 5 years of working experience
Languages needed:
- Fluent in English.
- Fluent in Somali.
- Arabic language will be an advantage.
General Skills / Other Requirements:
- Experience in clinical teaching.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to operate as part of a team and independently.
- Ability to use Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and web-based management systems.
- Ability to identify innovative approaches to problems in a challenging environment.
VI: Subsistence Allowance
The monthly stipend amount will be determined by the MIDA FINNSOM III, Health and Education project, based on degree and years of relevant experience.
How to apply
All applications must be sent via email to: midasomvacancy@iom.int with the following reference as a subject in your e-mail: APPLICATION – as mentioned in the vacancy announcement.
For further inquiries about the MIDA FINNSOM positions, you can reach out to Hussein Isse huisse@iom.int and cc sparkkali@iom.int.
To be considered, applicants must provide a cover letter, CV, and the contact information (email and phone number) of two professional references by the closing date of this vacancy. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The closing date of this application is 08 January 2024, at 12.00 PM EAT.
While this project is geared toward the Somali-Finnish diaspora, members of other Somali diaspora communities are also welcomed to apply. Females are highly encouraged to apply and participate in the MIDA FINNSOM III Health and Education Project.
VII: Security and insurance modalities
Health insurance—including evacuation due to a medical emergency—will be covered by the project. However, experts will be requested to provide a recent medical certificate stating that they are physically fit and able to work in a hardship area in Africa.
Please note that IOM, according to the contract, will not be responsible for the security of qualified Somali expatriates. The host beneficiary institution will be responsible for the security of the individual.
Before leaving the country of residence or upon arrival in Somalia, the qualified Somali expatriate will receive a pre-service briefing including security advice and cultural background.
Job 3: Gynecologist/Obstetrician (Gyn/Obs), Bay Region, Somalia
Gynecologist/Obstetrician (Gyn/Obs), Bay Region, Somalia
Terms of Reference
Vacancy: Gynecologist/Obstetrician (Gyn/Obs)
I. General Information
Post/Title: Gynecologist/Obstetrician (Gyn/Obs)
Position Type: Diaspora Expert
Date of issue: 18 December 2023
Duty Station: Bay Regional Hospital
Duration of Assignment: 12 Months
Deadline for applications: 08 January 2024
II. Background Information
About the MIDA FINNSOM III, Health and Education Project
The past decades have seen continued migration from various African countries, causing a “brain drain” that has debilitated various public sector systems across the continent. Through the IOM Migration for Development in Africa (MIDA) programme, Somali diaspora professionals have supported institutional capacity building, service delivery, and policy development of health and education institutions across Somalia since 2015.
The MIDA FINNSOM PHASE III – Health & Education project – contributes to strengthening the Health and Education sectors in Somalia towards achieving specific priorities in the Education Sector Strategic Plan (ESSP) and the Essential Package for Health Services (EPHS), as prioritized and outlined by the government. The project aims to do so by engaging and enhancing the role of qualified Somali diaspora experts willing to temporarily return to their country of origin. In particular, through assignments within key ministries and public institutions (including hospitals and universities), Somali diaspora experts contribute addressing gaps and enhancing strengths in the planning and delivery of health and education services, coherently with the needs identified through the dedicated baseline assessment conducted during the inception phase of the project. Furthermore, a component of the project is devoted toward contributing to the creation of stable and sustainable access to employment opportunities in the health and education sectors for local experts and interns, who will work in close coordination with the Somali diaspora experts – therefore reaping long-terms benefits of knowledge transfer, competencies sharing and skills development.
III. Duties and Responsibilities
The Federal Government of Somalia’s Ministry of Health and Human services (MoHHS), through the technical assistance provided by the IOM MIDA FINNSOM III Health and education project, seeks to build the skills of its Gyno/obstetricians.
Under the guidance and supervision of the Director of the Hospital, and with the MoHHS Coordinator and MoHHS M&E Specialist overseeing the running of the tasks, the Gynecologist/obstetrician will carry out the following duties and responsibilities:
- Perform his/her professional duties, according to the Ministry of Health and local Hospital guidelines, ensure national standards are maintained and adhere to universal precautions.
- Interpret testresults, discuss treatment and medication, andadvise patients and the general public on issues pertaining to reproductive and maternal health, according to the Hospital guidelines.
- Transfer skillsand knowledge in explaining diagnoses to staff of the department, local medical students, internship students and residents.
- Educate local medical students and interns attached to the host institution, as well as patients.
- To perform pre-operative assessments for gynecological and obstetric patients, emergency triage and resuscitation (when appropriate).
- Public advice on maternal health-related matters.
- To perform caesarian sections and other types of gynecological surgeries according to good clinical practice.
- Support pregnancy complications, provide basic/emergency obstetric and newborn care (B/EMONC), conduct cesarean sections and other gynecological surgeries as indicated, and train local personnel and students on C-sections on the job.
- To provide a protocol of treatment in GBV cases.
- Provide patients with information on disease detection, prevention, and reproductive health.
- Provide patients with information on family planning methods, conduct STI screenings on female patients, and recommend and deliver therapy or other medical care.
- Provide obstetric care including antenatal and postnatal care.
- To conduct ward rounds and out-patient consultations according to good clinical practice.
- To admit and discharge patients with appropriate instructions for further follow up and out-patient care.
- Carry outdiagnostic tasks, complete and duly file treatment documentation.
- Admit and discharges patients with appropriate instructions for further follow up and out-patient care.
- Refer patients to specialists, based on their needs.
- Participate in case studies and weeklypresentations, write, file and disseminate relevant notes.
- To be on-call for night shifts and emergencies.
- Actively participate in existing health sector coordination mechanisms and liaises with health sector stakeholders to contribute to: 1) addressing the unmet needs in reproductive health; 2) optimizing the allocation of available resources; and 3) developing clinical protocols, guidelines, and standards.
- Perform any other tasksrequired by the Hospital.
- Ensure that all documentation meets local medico-legal requirements, and that statistical data is collected, using the health monitoring system, and to incorporate information in regular reports.
- To ensure all documentation meets local medico-legal requirements and that statistical data is collected, using the health monitoring system, and to incorporate information in regular reports.
IV: Requirements
Besides the specific outputs mentioned in section III, the MIDA FINNSOM III Heath and Education project is requiring the following deliverables to be submitted throughout the assignment. These are the standard requirements for all assignments under this project:
- Transfer of skills: The main responsibility of the qualified Somali expatriate—which he/she will be measured against—will be to ensure continuous and systematic transfer of knowledge and skills as related to the assignment. It will have to be agreed with the beneficiary institution that staff will benefit from this knowledge.
- Work plan: A work plan must be developed with the Supervisor during the first week of the assignment to provide clear and time-bound activities to successfully implement the outputs of the assignment. This work plan will be shared with the supervisor, MoHHS coordinator, MoHHS M&E Specialist and IOM project team. This work plan can be revised during the assignment to reflect on new developments or changes.
- Quarterly and Final Reports: Quarterly progress reports will be submitted by the expert to the supervisor, MoHHS Coordinator, MoHHS M&E Specialist and IOM project team. At the end of the assignment, the participant must also provide a final report covering the duration of his/her assignment.
- Exit interview: An exit interview will be conducted to ensure that a proper exit plan has been put in place to sustain the achievements, upon completion of the assignment.
V: Qualifications
Level of Education: Master’s degree, with gynecology/obstetric specialization
Area of Study: Gynecology obstetric
Years of work experience in what area(s): More than 5 years
Languages needed:
- Fluent in English.
- Fluent in Somali.
- Arabic language will be an advantage.
General Skills / Other Requirements:
- Ability to work long hours, often under pressure.
- Have excellent practical and management skills.
- Capacities to communicate with colleagues and staff in a clear and concise manner.
- Have compassion and good bedside manner.
- Have a drive to teach and learn throughout their career.
- Good interpersonal and cross-cultural skills.
VI: Subsistence Allowance
The monthly stipend amount will be determined by the MIDA FINNSOM III, Health and Education project, based on degree and years of relevant experience.
How to apply
All applications must be sent via email to: midasomvacancy@iom.int with the following reference as a subject in your e-mail: APPLICATION – as mentioned in the vacancy announcement.
For further inquiries about the MIDA FINNSOM positions, you can reach out to Hussein Isse huisse@iom.int and cc sparkkali@iom.int.
To be considered, applicants must provide a cover letter, CV, and the contact information (email and phone number) of two professional references by the closing date of this vacancy. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The closing date of this application is 08 January 2024, at 12.00 PM EAT.
While this project is geared toward the Somali-Finnish diaspora, members of other Somali diaspora communities are also welcomed to apply. Females are highly encouraged to apply and participate in the MIDA FINNSOM III Health and Education Project.
VII: Security and insurance modalities
Health insurance—including evacuation due to a medical emergency—will be covered by the project. However, experts will be requested to provide a recent medical certificate stating that they are physically fit and able to work in a hardship area in Africa.
Please note that IOM, according to the contract, will not be responsible for the security of qualified Somali expatriates. The host beneficiary institution will be responsible for the security of the individual.
Before leaving the country of residence or upon arrival in Somalia, the qualified Somali expatriate will receive a pre-service briefing including security advice and cultural background.
Job 4: Pediatrician, Dhusamareeb, Somalia
Pediatrician, Dhusamareeb, Somalia
Terms of Reference
Vacancy: Pediatrician
I. General Information
Post/Title: Pediatrician
Position Type : Diaspora expert
Date of issue: 18 December 2023
Duty Station: Dhusamareeb General Hospital
Duration of Assignment: 12 months
Deadline for applications : 08 January 2024
II. Background Information
About the MIDA FINNSOM III, Health and Education Project
The past decades have seen continued migration from various African countries, causing a “brain drain” that has debilitated various public sector systems across the continent. Through the IOM Migration for Development in Africa (MIDA) programme, Somali diaspora professionals have supported institutional capacity building, service delivery, and policy development of health and education institutions across Somalia since 2015.
The MIDA FINNSOM PHASE III – Health & Education project – contributes to strengthening the Health and Education sectors in Somalia towards achieving specific priorities in the Education Sector Strategic Plan (ESSP) and the Essential Package for Health Services (EPHS), as prioritized and outlined by the government. The project aims to do so by engaging and enhancing the role of qualified Somali diaspora experts willing to temporarily return to their country of origin. In particular, through assignments within key ministries and public institutions (including hospitals and universities), Somali diaspora experts contribute addressing gaps and enhancing strengths in the planning and delivery of health and education services, coherently with the needs identified through the dedicated baseline assessment conducted during the inception phase of the project. Furthermore, a component of the project is devoted toward contributing to the creation of stable and sustainable access to employment opportunities in the health and education sectors for local experts and interns, who will work in close coordination with the Somali diaspora experts – therefore reaping long-terms benefits of knowledge transfer, competencies sharing and skills development.
III. Duties and Responsibilities
The Federal Government of Somalia’s Ministry of Health and Human services (MoHHS), through the technical assistance provided by the IOM MIDA FINNSOM III Health and Education project, seeks to build the skills of its national health workforce, including its pediatricians.
Under the guidance and supervision of the Director of the Hospital, and with the MoHHS Coordinator and the MoHHS M&E Specialist overseeing the running of the task, the pediatrician will carry out the following duties and responsibilities:
- Perform his/her professional duties, according to the Ministry of Health and local Hospital guidelines, ensure national standards are maintained and adhere to universal precautions.
- Interpret testresults, discuss treatment and medication, andadvise patients and the general public on issues pertaining to child health care,according to the Hospital guidelines.
- Transfer skillsand knowledge in explaining diagnoses to staff of the department, local medical students, internship students and residents.
- Educate local experts and interns attached to the host institution, as well as patients, on family planning options, for the prevention of diseases underfive years of age, administering vaccinations for commonviruses or allergies and/or other medical care.
- Carry out daily ward rounds in the hospital department of pediatrics with other medical doctorsand nurses, healthprofessionals, local experts, interns, medical students, internship students andresidents working in the pediatric department, according to good clinical practice.
- Attends to children’s needs during their first year of life.
- Perform procedures and provide on-the-job training to loca lstaff and students on pediatrics emergency cases.
- Carry out diagnostic tasks, complete and duly file treatment documentation.
- Admit and discharges patients with appropriate instructions for further follow up and out-patient care.
- Refer patients to specialists, basedon their needs.
- Participate in case studies and weekly presentations, write, file and disseminate relevant notes.
- Be on-call for night shifts and the emergency department.
- Actively participate in existing health sector coordination mechanisms and liaise with health sector stakeholders to contribute to: 1) addressing the unmet needs in reproductive health; 2) optimizing the allocation of available resources; and 3) developing clinical protocols, guidelines, and standards.
- Perform any other tasks required by the Hospital.
- Ensure that all documentation meets local medico-legal requirements, and that statistical data is collected, using the health monitoring system, and to incorporate information in regular reports.
IV: Requirements:
Besides the specific outputs mentioned in section III, the MIDA FINNSOM III Heath and Education project is requiring the following deliverables to be submitted throughout the assignment. These are the standard requirements for all assignments under this project:
- Transfer of skills: The main responsibility of the qualified Somali expatriate—which he/she will be measured against—will be to ensure continuous and systematic transfer of knowledge and skills as related to the assignment. It will have to be agreed with the beneficiary institution that staff will benefit from this knowledge.
- Work plan: A work plan must be developed with the Supervisor during the first week of the assignment to provide clear and time-bound activities to successfully implement the outputs of the assignment. This work plan will be shared with the supervisor, MoHHS coordinator, MoHHS M&E Specialist and IOM project team. This work plan can be revised during the assignment to reflect on new developments or changes.
- Quarterly and Final Reports: Quarterly progress reports will be submitted by the expert to the supervisor, MoHHS Coordinator, MoHHS M&E Specialist and IOM project team. At the end of the assignment, the participant must also provide a final report covering the duration of his/her assignment.
- Exit interview: An exit interview will be conducted to ensure that a proper exit plan has been put in place to sustain the achievements, upon completion of the assignment.
V: Qualifications
Level of Education: Master’s degree, with pediatrics specialization
Area of Study: Pediatrics
Years of work experience in what area(s): More than 5 years
Languages needed:
- Fluent in English.
- Fluent in Somali.
General Skills / Other Requirements:
- Ability to work long hours, often under pressure.
- Have excellent practical and management skills.
- Capacities to communicate with colleagues and staff in a clear and concise manner.
- Have compassion and good bedside manners.
- Have a drive to teach and learn throughout their career.
- Good interpersonal and cross-cultural skills.
How to apply
All applications must be sent via email to: midasomvacancy@iom.int with the following reference as a subject in your e-mail: APPLICATION – as mentioned in the vacancy announcement.
For further inquiries about the MIDA FINNSOM positions, you can reach out to Hussein Isse huisse@iom.int and cc sparkkali@iom.int.
To be considered, applicants must provide a cover letter, CV, and the contact information (email and phone number) of two professional references by the closing date of this vacancy. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The closing date of this application is 08 January 2024, at 12.00 PM EAT.
While this project is geared toward the Somali-Finnish diaspora, members of other Somali diaspora communities are also welcomed to apply. Females are highly encouraged to apply and participate in the MIDA FINNSOM III Health and Education Project.
VII: Security and insurance modalities
Health insurance—including evacuation due to a medical emergency—will be covered by the project. However, experts will be requested to provide a recent medical certificate stating that they are physically fit and able to work in a ‘hardship’ country.
Please note that IOM, according to the contract, will not be responsible for the security of qualified Somali expatriates. The host beneficiary institution will be responsible for the security of the individual.
Before leaving the country of residence or upon arrival in Somalia, the qualified Somali expatriate will receive a pre-service briefing including security advice and cultural background.
Job 5: Qualified Midwife, Garowe, Somalia
Qualified Midwife, Garowe, Somalia
Vacancy: Qualified Midwife Diaspora Expert
I. General Information
Position: Qualified Midwife
Position type: Diaspora Expert
Date of Issue: 18 December 2023
Duty Station: Garowe General Hospital
Duration of Assignment: 12 months
Deadline for Applications: 08 January 2024
II. Background Information
About the MIDA FINNSOM III, Health and Education Project
The past decades have seen continued migration from various African countries, causing a “brain drain” that has debilitated various public sector systems across the continent. Through the IOM Migration for Development in Africa (MIDA) programme, Somali diaspora professionals have supported institutional capacity building, service delivery, and policy development of health and education institutions across Somalia since 2015.
The MIDA FINNSOM PHASE III – Health & Education project – contributes to strengthening the Health and Education sectors in Somalia towards achieving specific priorities in the Education Sector Strategic Plan (ESSP) and the Essential Package for Health Services (EPHS), as prioritized and outlined by the government. The project aims to do so by engaging and enhancing the role of qualified Somali diaspora experts willing to temporarily return to their country of origin. In particular, through assignments within key ministries and public institutions (including hospitals and universities), Somali diaspora experts contribute addressing gaps and enhancing strengths in the planning and delivery of health and education services, coherently with the needs identified through the dedicated baseline assessment conducted during the inception phase of the project. Furthermore, a component of the project is devoted toward contributing to the creation of stable and sustainable access to employment opportunities in the health and education sectors for local experts and interns, who will work in close coordination with the Somali diaspora experts – therefore reaping long-terms benefits of knowledge transfer, competencies sharing and skills development.
III. Duties & Responsibilities
The Federal Government of Somalia’s Ministry of Health and Human services (MoHHS), through the technical assistance provided by the IOM MIDA FINNSOM III Health and education project, seeks to build the skills of its health workforce, including midwives.
Under the guidance and supervision of the Director of the Hospital, and with the MoHHS Coordinator and the MoHHS M&E Specialist overseeing the running of the tasks, the qualified midwife will carry out the following duties and responsibilities:
- Perform tests to obtain information about patients’ medical conditions.
- Study patients’ history and health assessment.
- Monitor the patient postpartum and be available for questions or concerns.
- Tend to the health and well-being of patients.
- Assess the knowledge and skill level of the local midwife at the hospital and provide on-the-job training, mentoring, lectures, and supportive clinical supervision as needed to equip the staff with enhanced knowledge and skills to provide quality maternal and new-born health services including
- Comprehensive and basic emergency care.
- Prenatal care and counselling.
- Family planning services.
- General health and lifestyle choices.
- Provide on-the-job training, mentoring, and supportive supervision to local nurses.
- Ensure that all medical and nursing staff implements standard clinical protocols.
- Carry out daily ward with medical doctors and health professionals.
- Carry out diagnostic tasks and complete medical check-ups.
- Develop clinical protocols, guidelines, and standards.
- Perform any other tasks required by the line manager.
- Gain trust and the confidence of each patient.
- Observe and record the condition of patients.
- Respond quickly to emergency calls.
- Provide on-the-job training and mentoring to the health staff particularly nursing and midwives in order to perform their risks and neonatal care.
- On-call for shifts and emergencies.
- Make ethical decisions related to consent and confidentiality.
- Review patient history, diagnostic and lab data and report any abnormalities.
- Participate in team meetings and other meetings and training as management requests.
IV. Requirements
Besides the specific outputs mentioned in section III, the MIDA FINNSOM III Heath and Education project is requiring the following deliverables to be submitted throughout the assignment. These are the standard requirements for all assignments under this project:
- Transfer of skills: The main responsibility of the qualified Somali expatriate—which he/she will be measured against—will be to ensure continuous and systematic transfer of knowledge and skills as related to the assignment. It will have to be agreed with the beneficiary institution that staff will benefit from this knowledge.
- Work plan: A work plan must be developed with the Supervisor during the first week of the assignment to provide clear and time-bound activities to successfully implement the outputs of the assignment. This work plan will be shared with the supervisor, MoHHS coordinator, MoHHS M&E Specialist and IOM project team. This work plan can be revised during the assignment to reflect on new developments or changes.
- Quarterly and Final Reports: Quarterly progress reports will be submitted by the expert to the supervisor, MoHHS Coordinator, MoHHS M&E Specialist and IOM project team. At the end of the assignment, the participant must also provide a final report covering the duration of his/her assignment.
- Exit interview: An exit interview will be conducted to ensure that a proper exit plan has been put in place to sustain the achievements, upon completion of the assignment.
V. Qualifications
Level of Education:
- Minimum: BSc in midwifery; Desired: MSc in midwifery
Years of work experience in what area(s):
- Minimum 5 years of working experience
Languages needed:
- Fluent in English.
- Fluent in Somali.
- Arabic language will be an advantage.
General Skills / Other Requirements:
- Experience in clinical teaching.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to operate as part of a team and independently.
- Ability to use Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and web-based management systems.
- Ability to identify innovative approaches to problems in a challenging environment.
VI: Subsistence Allowance
The monthly stipend amount will be determined by the MIDA FINNSOM III, Health and Education project, based on degree and years of relevant experience.
VII: Security and insurance modalities
Health insurance—including evacuation due to a medical emergency—will be covered by the project. However, experts will be requested to provide a recent medical certificate stating that they are physically fit and able to work in a hardship area in Africa.
Please note that IOM, according to the contract, will not be responsible for the security of qualified Somali expatriates. The host beneficiary institution will be responsible for the security of the individual.
Before leaving the country of residence or upon arrival in Somalia, the qualified Somali expatriate will receive a pre-service briefing including security advice and cultural background.
How to apply
All applications must be sent via email to: midasomvacancy@iom.int with the following reference as a subject in your e-mail: APPLICATION – as mentioned in the vacancy announcement.
For further inquiries about the MIDA FINNSOM positions, you can reach out to Hussein Isse huisse@iom.int and cc sparkkali@iom.int.
To be considered, applicants must provide a cover letter, CV, and the contact information (email and phone number) of two professional references by the closing date of this vacancy. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The closing date of this application is 08 January 2024, at 12.00 PM EAT.
While this project is geared toward the Somali-Finnish diaspora, members of other Somali diaspora communities are also welcomed to apply. Females are highly encouraged to apply and participate in the MIDA FINNSOM III Health and Education Project.

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