Medical coordinator (F/M)
Design, plan, implement and monitor health activities in Ukraine.
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Overview
Design, plan, implement and monitor health activities in Ukraine.
You have:
- Medical Doctor or Nurse or Midwife or Pharmacist
- Master’s degree in Public Health is desirable
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in similar positions or in humanitarian sector
- Experience in the field of public health, primary health care delivery, MHPSS, gender-based violence, sexual and reproductive health
- Ability to supervise, mentor, and develop staff
- Ability to work collaboratively with others
- Ability to build partnerships with health authorities and stakeholders
- Fluent in English is mandatory (oral and written), knowledge of Ukrainian and/or Russian is an asset
Description
For more than 40 years, Médecins du Monde, a campaigning medical organisation committed to international solidarity, has been caring for the most vulnerable populations here and abroad. It has continued to bear witness to obstacles that exist in accessing healthcare and has secured sustainable improvements in health-for-all policies.
Those working for this independent organisation do not solely dispense care and treatment but condemn violations of human dignity and rights and fight to improve matters for populations living in precarious situations.
MdM France currently works in 30 countries across all continents to facilitate access to healthcare through 6 political battles:
- Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights
- Migration, Exile, Human Rights and Health
- Harm Reduction
- Environment and Health
- Humanitarian Space
- Healthcare systems and rights
MdM in Ukraine
MdM International Network has been operating in Ukraine since 2014, improving access to health care, especially providing comprehensive Primary Health Care (PHC), Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) and Mental Health and Psychosocial support (MHPSS) services.
Since February 2022, MdM Spain is leading the country response for the network , while MdM-France has established a country office and base in Mykolaiv. The programme focuses on supporting locally based organisations and delivering essential health services to population facing significant barriers to health care in Mykolaiv and Kherson Oblasts with potential intervention in Odessa and Sumy oblasts.
Expats share modern, well-equipped apartments. However, there are strict security rules (curfew imposed by the authorities) and a volatile environment (regular activation of air alerts).
About the role
Under the supervision of the general coordinator and in collaboration with the health advisor based at HQ, you are in charge of designing, planning, implementing, adapting and monitoring health activities. You directly manage the health cluster coordinator. You liaise with other medical INGOs including MdM chapters such as Spain, Germany, NL and Greece who are present in Ukraine.
What you’ll do
- Participate in the definition of the country strategy led by the general coordinator and drive the medical and technical aspects in the development of this strategy
- Design, plan, implement, adapt and monitor the programme’s health activities
- Ensure the quality and relevance of health activities, supervise the collection and analysis of medical data
- Recruit, manage, train, and motivate the medical team
- Ensure the management of pharmaceutical products
- Carry out health needs assessments and evaluations of medical partners
- Cooperate with the administration team regarding budgeting and supervise the medical purchase process
- Represent MdM with authorities, partners and other NGOs on health issues
- Participate in the national health cluster and support the South Health Cluster Sub National Coordination in close coordination with the World Health Organisation
- Participate in the writing of proposals and reports
Benefits
Contract & status:
Gross monthly salary: € 3,392
Fixed-term contract (12 months), starting as soon as possible
- Single posting
Work environment:
Position based in Mykolaiv, Ukraine
Regular field visits
Benefits:
13th-month salary (for employees with more than 6 months’ seniority)
Expatriation allowance: 10% of gross monthly salary
Coverage of travel (home – mission), visas, and vaccinations
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Health insurance (50% covered by MdM and 50% by the employee)
Repatriation insurance
MdM promotes training and internal mobility
Essentials:
- 5 weeks paid leave + 22.5 RTT days per year
- More info: https://www.medecinsdumonde.org/en/working-internationally/
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
MdM is committed to the inclusion of people with disabilities and to fighting all forms of discrimination. If you are officially recognized as a person with a disability and/or require workplace accommodations, please let us know.
Requirements
Medical Doctor or Nurse or Midwife or Pharmacist
Master’s degree in Public Health is desirable
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in similar positions or in humanitarian sector
- Experience in the field of public health, primary health care delivery, MHPSS, gender-based violence, sexual and reproductive health
- Strategic thinking
- Ability to supervise, mentor, and develop staff
Ability to work collaboratively with others
Ability to build partnerships with health authorities and stakeholders
- Fluent in English is mandatory (oral and written), knowledge of Ukrainian and/or Russian is an asset
- You embrace the core values and support the proactive philosophy of Médecins du Monde
Recruitment process
If shortlisted, you will first meet with our HR team. Technical and managerial interviews, which may include practical case studies, will follow.
Please note: as part of our anti–money laundering and counter-terrorism policy, international background checks may be conducted. Data is processed confidentially and securely. More info: https://www.medecinsdumonde.org/en/working-internationally/ All successful candidates must provide a criminal record extract (B3).
Ready to apply?
We only need your CV and a cover letter. If this role sounds like the right fit for you, apply now – we’d love to hear from you!
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience with managing health programs in a humanitarian context? | This question assesses your relevant experience in the sector. | Discuss your previous roles and specific health programs you've managed. |
| How do you ensure the quality and relevance of health activities in a volatile environment like Ukraine? | This is to understand your approach to quality assurance under challenging conditions. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time when you had to build partnerships with local health authorities. What approach did you take? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to motivate and lead a diverse medical team? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle conflicts within your team? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What is your experience with budgeting for health programs in international settings? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of a public health intervention you've designed and implemented? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you assess health needs in underserved populations? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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