Medical Officer

at International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Location Kampala, Uganda
Date Posted September 18, 2023
Category Healthcare Jobs in Uganda
Job Type FULL_TIME
Currency UGX

Description

PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request reasonable accommodation.

Deadline for receiving applications is September 26th,2023

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine and Surgery
Must be registered with Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioner’s council
Must possess a valid practicing license
At least two years’ experience in clinical work in humanitarian setting.
Good track record of clinical management of common ailments.
Knowledge of grants management.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

Working contacts within health sector, including district health care authorities and other NGO’s .
Fluency in English and any other relevant local language.
Strong analytical orientation and sound judgment
Proactiveness, resourcefulness, punctuality, responsibility.
Excellent administrative/management skills.