CHIEF OF SECTION, MEDICAL, Bangui, Central African Republic-Job Ref. CAR/MINUSCA/2405/2507

Organizational Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Office of the Chief of Service Delivery Services, Medical Services, of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA), Bangui. The incumbent will report to the Chief Service Delivery Services.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Chief of Section, Medical will be responsible for the following duties: Managerial:

•  Plans, organizes, manages, supervises and coordinates medical services in the Mission. This includes management of medical support activities in the Mission.
•  Provides day-to-day supervision of medical staff. Evaluates staff performance, interviews/evaluates candidates for job openings.
•  Prepares budgets and controls finances, ensuring optimum and rational use of resources.
•  Procures drugs, medical equipment, consumables and medical supplies.
•  Ensures availability of supplies and proper functioning of medical equipment.
•  Ensures the implementation of directives from UNHQ.
•  Manages the interface between the medical section and staff counsellors, senior management of the Mission, all specialized agencies, military physicians, physicians and representatives of laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, medical associations and societies.
•  Ensures a conducive and secure working environment for medical staff.
•  Acts as Advisor for the Mission on medical matters.
•  Establishes and implements appropriate training programs in order to maintain and develop the medical capabilities (e.g. health education, HIV/AIDS prevention, first aid and CPR). Clinical Duties:
•  Undertakes day-to-day clinical duties, e.g. walk-in clinic, responses to emergencies, pre-placement and periodic medical examinations, immunizations, etc.
•  Follows-up with outside specialists.
•  Oversees and provides health education and health promotion programs.
•  Liaises with medical sections/units in the mission and host-nation facilities.
•  Ensures the provision of health education.
•  Ensures the implementation of adequate Infection Control measures in the clinic.
•  Follows the UN established policies and procedures regarding medical clearances, sick leave and medical evacuations.
•  Organizes/Participates in addressing work environment and occupational health issues.
•  Performs other related duties as required.

Competencies

Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Client orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client. Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow. Empowers others to translate vision into results. Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives. Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support. Anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions. Drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo. Shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing Managing performance: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority. Makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member. Accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills. Monitors progress against milestones and deadlines. Regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff. Encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative. Actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff. Appraises performance fairly.

Education

Doctorate (MD) or equivalent in medicine, including residency/internship in one of the medical specialties is required

Job – Specific Qualification

Training in Tropical Medicine is desirable. Currently registered to practice medicine in own country or another UN member state is required.

Work Experience

A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible clinical experience is required. At least five (5) years of combined clinical and management experience in one of the areas of medicine is required Experience is Tropical medicine is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.