Medical Liaison and Occupational Health Physician

An exciting full time vacancy for a Medical Liaison and Occupational Health Physician is now available at United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), Mogadishu. With 7 - 8 years of experience required, this position is suited for mid-to-senior level professionals in Health/wash. The closing date for this vacancy is Mar, 02. GeneralDescription of assignment title Medical Liaison and Occupational Health Physician Assignment country Somalia Duty stationsMogadiscio Work location UN Premises Expected start date 29/03/2026 Duration 12 months (with possibility of extension) Details Mission and objectives The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Somalia has been supporting the government’s efforts in effective implementation of the National Development Plan (NDP), which is aligned with the corporate Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In support of development plans outlined in the NDP, UNDP in collaboration with a wide range of stakeholders including government, multilateral agencies, private sector and civil society has been developing and implementing projects in its main thematic areas of Economic Growth and Employment, Democratic Governance, Rule of Law and Security, Human Development and Economics. These projects contribute towards achieving the overall national goal of socioeconomic transformation for poverty reduction, economic revival and societal transfer in a socially just and gender equitable manner. Context The UN Clinics Somalia network, administered by UNDP, provides occupational health, emergency response, and clinical support services to United Nations personnel across Somalia. Services include emergency stabilization, medical evacuation coordination, occupational health services, health promotion, and emergency preparedness training (e.g., Individual First Aid Kit (IFAK) and Emergency Trauma Bag (ETB) training). UNDP, established in 1965, is the UN’s global development network, supporting countries to eradicate poverty, reduce inequalities, and build resilience. Within Somalia, UNDP also administers common services, including UN Clinic services supporting UN personnel. Mogadishu hosts a large UN staff population and key operational hubs. There is a growing need to strengthen: • Follow-up of UN personnel admitted in local medical facilities • Occupational health a === Skills & Qualifications === Required education level Bachelor's degree in Medicine and Surgery, Occupational Health, Emergency Medicine, Public Health, or related field is desirable. Competencies and values • Accountability • Adaptability and flexibility • Creativity • Judgement and decision-making • Planning and organising • Professionalism • Self-management Skills and experience • At least seven (7) years of clinical medical practice experience in general medicine, including diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of adult patients • At least one (1) year of experience in either occupational health services or emergency/acute clinical care • Valid, current, and unrestricted license to practice medicine • Valid certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS), and/or Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) • Experience in clinical practice in developing, resource-limited, or humanitarian settings Desired skills and experiences Experience in --- About Mogadishu --- Mogadishu, known locally as Muqdisho, is the capital of Somalia and the country's largest city. It serves as the political, economic, and cultural heart of the nation. The city hosts the headquarters of numerous UN agencies, international NGOs, and government institutions, offering diverse career opportunities for development and humanitarian professionals. Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Caafimaad • Shaqo Muqdisho • Biyaha & Nadaafadda • Shaqo Cusub • Caafimaad & Nadaafadda • Shaqo Buuxda

Required education level Bachelor's degree in Medicine and Surgery, Occupational Health, Emergency Medicine, Public Health, or related field is desirable. Competencies and values • Accountability • Adaptability and flexibility • Creativity • Judgement and decision-making • Planning and organising • Professionalism • Self-management Skills and experience • At least seven (7) years of clinical medical practice experience in general medicine, including diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of adult patients • At least one (1) year of experience in either occupational health services or emergency/acute clinical care • Valid, current, and unrestricted license to practice medicine • Valid certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS), and/or Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) • Experience in clinical practice in developing, resource-limited, or humanitarian settings Desired skills and experiences Experience in occupational health service delivery, including fitness-for-work and return-to-work assessments, as well as supporting emergency preparedness activities, medical trainings, and workplace health promotion initiatives • Experience in medical evacuation coordination or referral case management, including liaison with hospitals and referral medical facilities • Experience in health service delivery within the UN system or other international organizations, and in working in hardship, conflict-affected, or security-constrained duty stations • Demonstrated interest in volunteerism and familiarity with the UN system Area(s) of expertise Crisis and emergency response, Education, Health Driving license -

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