WHO WE ARE

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide protection and humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and at the same time promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation in order to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations.

THE PURPOSE

Staff Health Officer is the focal point for all matters relating to the health of ICRC staff in the Khartoum Sub delegation KHC SD (location Atbara) which covers Khartoum state, River Nile state, and Northern state. In line with ICRC staff health strategy and collaboration with medical personnel on the spot, s/he promotes and maintains the physical and mental health of ICRC staff. S/He implements the staff health strategy in seven identified domains: 1. Staff health policy; 2. Prevention; 3. Health care and medical emergencies; 4. Stress management and crisis situations; 5. Health insurances; 6. Management of medical information; 7. Monitoring, assessment, and feedback

• Carries out health briefings for all new ICRC staff.
• Assesses and supervises living conditions related to health matters in the KHC SD, and promotes general hygiene standards (e.g., housing, use of mosquito nets, water filters, hygiene standards of cooks and cleaners, nutritional advice).
• Evaluate the medical structures available and quality of services provided; identify and monitor services for the referral and treatment of ICRC staff.
• Provides advice and support to ICRC staff with health problems.
• Provide advice on the medical needs of ICRC staff during transportation and coordinate medical evacuations from the field to the capital. Liaises with the Staff Health Manager in Port Sudan in case of the repatriation of personnel out of the country.
•  Coordinate with the Staff Health Manager to compile guidelines and procedures to be followed during the medical evacuation of personnel from the field or out of the country.
• Implements and supervises staff health policies and the ICRC HIV/AIDS program (where applicable) to KHC SD under his / her responsibility.
• Implements and follows up on ICRC stress policy.
• Collects accurate and reliable data on illnesses, accidents, and absenteeism, to provide statistics on illnesses and the medical risks taken by all ICRC staff.
• Review medical invoices for anonymization and approval of medical expenses.
• Reports to sub-delegation management and provides feedback and recommendations on issues related to the staff's health.
• Carries out defusing and creates peer support groups following critical incidents in the field; follows up if further intervention is required.
• Monitors national health risks, disease outbreaks, natural disasters, and national response and reports to the sub-delegation Management and provides the necessary recommendations.

• Medical doctor or registered nurse.
• Three years' clinical experience.
• Experience in mental health and stress management.
• Experience in medical evacuation and transportation.
• Knowledge of tropical health and public health.
• ICRC experience is an asset.
• Computer proficiency, very good level of computer skills and Microsoft Office
• Fluent written and spoken command of English as well as the local language.
• Driving License; Succeeded in ICRC Driving test.
• Proficiency in Health, Safety, and Well-being at work, Results and Quality Focus, Risk management, MHPSS for Victims of Violence and Armed Conflict Expertise, Resilience, and stress management
• Skilled in the following competencies: Leadership, Accountability, People management, Teamwork & Collaboration, Representing the ICRC, Beneficiary & Client focused.

WHAT WE OFFER 

• Rewarding work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment.
• Competitive employment package with medical insurance.
• In-house training opportunities for personal development.

HOW TO APPLY

First: Access the ICRC Application form on the following link, fill and submit it: 

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=NFOKnnxJik2nl3mXz4zHY3lfD1ZekXBBpmHTLsECjShUOTVIOTYxTEJOVTA4SUVVWkZZU1pCV0NaRy4u

Second: Upload your resume and a cover letter, copies of your diplomas and certificates, valid license to practice (where relevant), passport, and driving license on www.Sudanjob.net and press Apply now

• Location: Atbara
• Type of contract: Fix-term contract (Extendable)
• Length of assignment: Six months
• Desired starting date: January 2025
• Application deadline: 17 December 2024

The ICRC values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this page.