NORDEMย is NORCAP`s programme on human rights, democracy and peace. NORDEM has a longstanding partnership with the Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE).ย Norwegian experts have been seconded to support the Secretariat in Vienna and the various OSCE institutionsย and field missions.
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On behalf of OSCE Secretariat, we are currently recruiting a Chief Medical Officer for a 12-month secondment in Vienna, Austria. As the OSCE Chief Medical Officer, you will, under the general administrative supervision of the Director for Human Resources, act as senior medical advisor for OSCE Secretariat, field operations and institutions. N.b. This vacancy is open for Norwegian passport holders only.ย
The Department of Human Resources (DHR) ensures that the OSCE has the human resources capacity necessary to successfully implement its mandates. DHR sets the policies and provides services in the areas of recruitment, administration of benefits and entitlements, payroll, performance management, training and ethics across the Organization.
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Main tasks and responsibilities:ย
Overseeing, organising and, if necessary, performing medical examinations leading to medical clearances prior to appointment/assignment, to ascertain the fitness for work or health and physical conditions of OSCE Officials and confirm the medical condition of dependents for the purpose of administering benefits/entitlements to eligible staff/mission members, in compliance with the medical standards established; Developing the OSCE policy on sick leave management, disability cases, occupational health and safety standards, preventive care, and medical evacuations; In co-ordination with HR Co-ordination Officer and Policy and Employee Relations Officer, preparing and promulgating the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) outlining the range of medical support provided to OSCE officials and non-staff, working in OSCE duty stations, including procedures governing medical evacuation; Providing expert advice to the OSCE Secretary General, Head, Security Management, the OSCE ย Boards, Governing Bodies or other stakeholders and working groups on security risks, social security, health and safety of OSCE staff and premises, travel and security status of duty stations, procurement and budget with regard to medical issues; Liaising with the Occupational Safety and Health staff in the OSCE executive structures to exchange information and provide guidance/policy directions on a variety of medical issues and cases; overseeing, co-ordinating and advising all Occupational Safety and Health issues within the OSCE OSH framework; Monitoring and supporting the implementation of the medical clearance policy, sick leave entitlement management, special maternity/paternity leaves, determination of disability cases, health and safety standards at work, preventive care measures, including vaccination campaigns when relevant, in co-operation with DHR Administration; Authorising and overseeing medical evacuations and serving as a first point of contact in case of medical emergencies during office hours for Vienna-based staff; Through regular field assessments and research, collecting, issuing and disseminating information on the general medical situation and on recommended medical facilities inย duty stations, regions, including identification of doctors, hospitals/medical centres, private clinics and pharmacies in the OSCE locations; Collecting data on health threats in particular and timely informing OSCE Senior Management and staff in order to prepare appropriate response to any emergency; Representing OSCE at meetings or discussions with external medical service providers within the area of responsibility; Developing or overseeing development of user-friendly materials for staff and managers on medical matters; developing and delivering or overseeing the delivery of presentations and training or briefings to OSCE officials; During budget preparation, advising the DHR on the necessary budgetary resources required medical procurement and services; Preparing the correspondence, medical reports and referrals related to medical cases; enforcing the principle of confidentiality on all medical issues discussed and ensuring the maintenance and safeguard of confidential medical records; Preparing extra-budgetary projects in the field of Occupational Safety and Health, as relevant; Co-operating with senior medical personnel of other international organizations on occupational health related standards and policies to ensure timely and adequate communication and exchange on best practices and standards; and also in case of vaccination campaign during declared epidemics; Performing other relevant duties as assigned.For more detailed information on the structure and work of the OSCE Secretariat, please see https://www.osce.org/secretariat
Qualifications:
Medical Doctorate (MD) with specialisation in occupational medicine or a related medical specialisation and experience in emergency medicine and health care management; medical license in Austria or the willingness to acquire one is an asset; A minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in medical practice, preferably dealing with occupational medicine in large national and international organisational set up with established responsibility for development of policy initiatives and management of work plan activities; Computer literate with practical experience with Microsoft applications, and familiarity with medical IT systems; Professional fluency and excellent drafting skills in English; knowledge of other OSCE working languages, especially German, is an asset; Ability and willingness to travel outside the duty station; Demonstrated gender awareness and sensitivity, and ability to integrate a gender perspective into tasks and activities; Ability and willingness to work as a member of a team, with people of different cultural and religious backgrounds, different gender, and diverse political views, while maintaining impartiality and objectivity. As the national nominating authority for OSCE, a requirement is that you are a Norwegian passport holder.ยThe main competencies of a NORCAP Expert:ย
Building working relationshipsย Planning andย organisingย Adaptabilityย Resilienceยย
What we offer
Rewarding work for a renowned global organisation Access to a network of humanitarian, peace, and development professionalsย Join NORCAPโs team of experts and be considered for future assignments elsewhereย A dedicated Staff Care Unitยย
How to apply
When submitting your application, kindlyย register in Englishย your full employment history and education. Please include your full name as written in your passport. Uploaded CVs alone will not be reviewed. NORCAP values diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates,ย regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion or disability.ย NORCAP reserves the right to conduct a full background check on shortlisted candidates Approved Health Certificate will be required prior to contract commencement and assignment Feedback will be given to all applicants within four weeks after the closing of this advertisement.ย Apply before 5th November 2023,11.59PM CET