Project Clerk (MHD)

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal candidates are considered first-tier candidates.
  Context IOM Mozambique is specialized in working with TB/HIV in Mozambican miners and migrant workers since 2012 and has since then developed a comprehensive approach with the objective of keeping Mozambican migrants in South Africa and in home communities in Mozambique safe and healthy. Through a close partnership with MISAU, IOM is managing the occupational health screening programme, currently ongoing in Ressano Garcia border town, Xai- Xai and Mandlakazi districts in Gaza Province. The overall objective is to ensure the well-being of former mineworkers and migrant workers circulating between their workplaces in South Africa and their homes in Mozambique. The migration health program also reaches migrant families in home and host communities alike.

1. Provide general/clerical assistance in the implementation of project activities.
2. Retrieve, compile, summarize, and present information/data on specific project topics.
3. Assist in monitoring the stock at the occupational health center.
4. Submit benefit of medical examination and compensation claims process and follow-up on administrative actions through an electronic system.
5. Draft status reports, correspondence, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentations, and other forms of documentation.
6. Support the organization of meetings, workshops and training sessions.
7. Respond to general information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records.
8. Perform other related duties as assigned. Education
   • Bachelor’s degree or higher with at least one year of relevant experience; or High school diploma or equivalent with at least three years of relevant experience. Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.   Experience
     • Data entry experience or related office experience is an advantage.
     • Experience in managing databases is an advantage.
     • Experience working with IOM is a distinct advantage.
     • Previous experience in occupational health programme/unit, including Tuberculosis, is an advantage. Skills
       • Excellent Computer skills in the following packages: Word, Excel, and Internet.
       • Working knowledge of office equipment and computer hardware and peripheral devices.
       • Good communication.
       • High degree of responsibility, accuracy and attention to details.
       • Punctuality, organization skills and dynamism.
       • Good interpersonal communication skills.
       • Professional ethics and deontology, including confidentiality of medical practice.
       • Understanding of data confidentiality principles is compulsory.
       • Ability to work harmoniously in a team. Languages
         • Working knowledge of English is required. Fluency in the local languages is an advantage. IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish. Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.   Required Competencies   IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.   Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
         • Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
       • Integrity and transparency: Maintains 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.
9. Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated. Core Competencies – behavioural indicators (Level 1)
10. Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.