Deadline for Applications: 19 December 2019

Contract Type & Duration: Fixed-term appointment of 3 years including 1 year probation period, with the possibility of further extension, subject to the availability of funds, satisfactory performance and continuing need of the post.

Vacancy Announcement Number: VN/WB/144/2019/X

Duty Station & Department: Area Office Hebron - Health

The main responsibilities include:

In accordance with Agency policy and procedures, the incumbent:

• Acts as principal nursing officer at the health centre and supervises and directs staff nurses and other nursing, midwifery and non-paramedical staff;
• Ensures the smooth running of the electronic medical record system, including training of nursing staff, replacement of needed equipment and computers, communication, backup system;
• Supervises the overall process of data collection and reporting;
• Directs and participates in all activities to ensure that health services are provided within the Family Health Team Approach context;
• Assists the supervisor in the administration of the health centre; controls and keeps records of equipment, uniforms, linen, sundries and other medical supplies needed for nursing activities; ensures their continued availability and supervises disposal of used items;
• Supervises and ensures the maintenance of a high standard of cleanliness and infection control in the health center;
• Conducts on-the-job training of supervised staff and participates in-services courses as and when required;
• Performs such other duties as may be assigned.

Conditions of service:

Monthly basic salary JD 943.48. Other benefits include

• Provident Fund contribution (7.5 % of basic salary staff member contribution, 15% of basic salary paid by the Agency)
• Dependency allowances (if applicable)
• 30 days of annual leave
• Compulsory medical insurance

To qualify for this position, you will need:

Education A university degree in Nursing from a recognized university; Possession of a license to practice nursing services (where applicable).

Work experience: At least four years working experience as a qualified nurse provided with a certificate of satisfactory working experience for one year in maternal and child health;

Experience: in the use of computers and an understanding of their use in health applications.

Language(s): Good command of written and spoken English and Arabic.

Desirable qualifications:

• One year experience in nursing services at supervisory level.
• A university degree in public health nursing.

You will also need to demonstrate the following competencies:

• Supervisory skills and ability to coach and develop staff;
• Excellent communication skills; establishes and maintains effective working relationships with staff and clients;
• Sound judgment and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Good organizational skills and ability to work under pressure and cope with heavy workload;
• Proficiency in UNRWA’s standard computer applications;
• Self-motivated and shows willingness to learn from others; Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences;
• Acts in accordance with the professional ethics and values.

How To Apply:

To start the application process, applicants are required to register at http://jobs.unrwa.org by creating a personal profile and completing UNRWA Personal History Form. Only applications received through http://jobs.unrwa.org will be considered. Due to the large number of applications received for UNRWA vacancies, only applicants short-listed for interview will be contacted.

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