Title: Field Medic

Location:  Shire

Employment Category:  H2

Salary Range: As per the organization scale

Reporting To:  HDP 

Contract Duration:  May 31, 2026

Posting date: July 29, 2024

Required Employee: 1                    

 INTRODUCTION 

 The Danish Refugee Council (DRC), an international non-governmental organization (NGO), has been providing relief and development services in the Horn of Africa since 1997. DRC promotes and supports solutions to the problems faced by refugees, internally displaced people (IDPs), and migrants. The organization has offices across the region and has been operational in Ethiopia since 2009.  With funding from bilateral and multilateral donors, DRC is currently implementing a range of activities across Ethiopia and Djibouti, including WASH and shelter provision, child and youth protection, gender-based violence response, awareness-raising of migration risks, protection monitoring of migration routes, and livelihoods support for returning migrants or those at-risk of migration.

 OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

 In July 2024 DRC will launch a humanitarian mine action programme, initially composed of NTS and explosive ordnance risk education (EORE) in Northwest and Central Zone in Tigray, Ethiopia. DRC is therefore looking for a dedicated Field Medic to support the launch and implementation of a new project beginning in July.  

 The overall role of the field medic is to provide medical support to DRC NTS field teams and medical advisory to HDP humanitarian mine action operations.

 Responsibilities:

DRC HDP field medic shall:

• To provide emergency medical aid to deployed teams at IMAS ICP level

• To provide assistance and support to deployed teams on all medical concerns

• To provide operations manager with oversight of all medical issues.

• Ensure that the NTS teams are adequately equipped and trained as by DRC HDP SOP on Medical Support in Mine Action. 

• Ensure that they are able to carry out their duties in a professional manner.

• Shall ensure that all staff are qualified to carry out their duties in support of clearance operations within the definition of qualified personnel.

• Maintain reporting mechanisms and produce proper records and reports on all aspects of medical activities according to the requirements of the DRC HDP SOP Medical Support in Mine Action. 

• To conduct regular casualty evacuation (CASEVAC) exercises together with the TA and DS. 

• To provide direction and supervision to DRC HDP personnel with regards to health issues.

• Support the operations manager in investigating accidents/incidents and compile relevant reports.

All DRC roles require the post-holder to master 

DRC’s core competencies: 

• Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.  

• Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.  

• Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.  

• Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.

• Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.  

Job Requirements

Experience and technical competencies: (include years of experience) 

• Minimum 2 years Diploma in Nursing

• At least 2 years of relevant work experience. 

• Previous experience in NTS or other mine action specialism is desirable

• Experience working for non-governmental organizations is an asset 

• Experience and willingness to work in the field in remote and volatile areas 

• Knowledge of current health care legislation and regulations.

• Fluent in Tigrigna, Intermediate level of English.

Confident user in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. 

EDUCATION: (include certificates, licenses, etc.)

• Degree in Nursing

• 2 years Diploma in Nursing certificate 

LANGUAGE: (indicate fluency level)

• Tigrigna 

• English language (verbal and written)

How To Apply

Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit an updated CV and cover letter explaining their motivation and why they are suited for the post. 

We only accept applications sent via our online-application form on  THIS LINK

Please forward the application and CV, in English through the stated website no later than August 12, 2024.

We strongly encourage female candidates to apply for the position!

For general information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult www.drc.ngo

Gender Equality: DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels. In light of this, women candidates are particularly encouraged to apply to bridge the gendergap.
Equal Opportunities: DRC is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethnic origin, colour, race, marital status, or other protected characteristics

We encourage only qualified Ethiopian Nationals to apply. DRC considers all applicants based on merit.