MAF Doctor
Perform medical responsibilities and coordinate with UNHCR for refugee support.
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Overview
Perform medical responsibilities and coordinate with UNHCR for refugee support.
You have:
- Faculty of Medicine graduate; in possession of a medical practice license from the MoH.
- Minimum 3 years in practicing medicine; proficient in reading and writing English.
Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)
A (least hardship)Family Type (not applicable for home-based)
FamilyStaff Member / Affiliate Type
UNOPS LICA9Target Start Date
2025-09-01Deadline for Applications
August 23, 2025Terms of Reference
The MAF doctor will perform and carry out the assigned duties and responsibilities under the overall supervision of UNHCR Resettlement and Complementary Pathways Officer head of unit and undertake the following duties:
- Liaise with the Resettlement unit focal point for MAF on a regular basis to keep records of the needed MAF submissions and MAF reporting status;
- Upon receiving the request, the MAF should be completed withing two (2) weeks or less. If a case warrants emergency processing the MAF shall be completed within three (3) working days or less.
- Consult PoCs medical reports for whom a MAF is required with the support of UNHCR’s Public Health Unit, partner clinics medical directors, doctors and medical secretaries;
- Contact by telephone the PoC and arrange for a MAF visit; or as needed through a home visit to the PoC, with the support of the Resettlement unit focal point for MAF and partner clinics personnel if the PoC is bed-ridden;
- Call upon the PoC for a complementary history and examination in order to complete the MAF;
- Compile all supportive specialist, laboratory, diagnostic imaging and other test reports needed for completion of the MAF;
- Search the internet for all supportive reliable medical litterature; include relevant extracts in the dedicated sections of the MAF, including supplementary tests needed, disease progress and complications, treatment lines, prognosis etc. to better inform the MAF recommendation;
- Liaise with the Resettlement unit for coordination and any necessary procedural step;
- Reach out to UNHCR's Public Health Unit/ Resettlement MAF Focal Point for support, or for coordinating complementary specialist referrals for assessment or diagnosis, for which any obstacle may be encountered;
- Perform any other duties related to MAF preparation and submission as requested by UNHCR Resettlement and Complementary Pathways Officer ' Head of Unit.
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
- Faculty of Medicine graduate; in possession of a medical practice license from the MoH.
- Minimum 3 years in practicing medicine; proficient in reading and writing English.
Key Competencies:
Extensive medical knowledge and skills; sensitivity working with refugees from a variety of cultural backgrounds.Standard Job Description
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Other information
N/AThe English version is considered original and authoritative, translation to other language(s) serve the purpose of advertisement of local positions where applicable but are not considered as official translationsN/AThis position doesn't require a functional clearance Remote
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Potential interview questions
| How do you manage emergencies in medical situations? | This assesses your ability to handle urgent health issues effectively. | Discuss specific examples where you've successfully managed an emergency situation. |
| Can you provide an example of how you've worked with a culturally diverse patient group? | This evaluates your cultural competence and communication skills. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your approach to documenting medical assessments for refugees. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to maintain patient confidentiality? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle conflicting medical opinions from specialists? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What sources do you use to stay current with medical research? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you approach a patient that is reluctant to follow your medical advice? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a situation where you had to quickly adapt your medical approach. What was the outcome? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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Source:
unhcr.org
