CHIEF OF SECTION, MEDICAL, P5

## CHIEF OF SECTION, MEDICAL, P5 - Organization:UNIFIL - United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon - Office:UNIFIL Naqoura Org. Setting and Reporting:This position is located in the Service Delivery Management Pillar of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), Naqoura. The Chief Medical Officer reports directly to the Chief Service Delivery Management. The Chief Medical Officer provides leadership and supervision of functions of the Medical Services Section (MSS) to ensure provision of efficient and effective medical support to all Mission components in the area of operations. The incumbent provides Mission Personnel with theoretical and practical input on Medical First responder and Emergency Trauma Bag Training as well as Mass Casualty Incident Training. The incumbent also plans and implements HIV/AIDS awareness programme for the national and international staff. Responsibilities:Within delegated authority, the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) will be responsible for the following duties:Plans, organizes, manages, supervises and coordinates Medical Services Section (MSS) in the Mission by undertaking day-to-day clinical duties (e.g. walk-in clinic, responses to emergencies, pre-placement; periodic medical examinations, immunizations, reference of Personnel to outside specialists as necessary; follow-up with outside specialists, etc.);Prepares budgets and controls finances, ensuring optimum and rational use of resources;Develops the Medical Section’s work plans, monitors their implementation and evaluates the performance of staff;Reviews job openings, interviews and evaluates candidates for job openings.Procures, manages and administers contracts related to medical support, pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, consumables and medical supplies and medical services; and ensures availability of supplies and proper functioning of medical equipment.Follows the UN established policies and procedures regarding medical pre-clearances and clearances, sick leave and medical evacuations;Ensures the implementation of directives from UNHQ through leadership and explanation of UN technical guidelines and requirements to all Military medical staff of the TCCs;Manages the interface between the medical staff and staff counsellors, senior management of the Mission, all specialized agencies, military physicians, physicians and representatives of laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, medical associations and societies as well as host-country health authorities;Establishes and implements appropriate training programmes in order to maintain and develop the medical capabilities within the Section (e.g. health education & health promotion programmes, HIV/AIDS prevention, first aid and CPR);Ensures the implementation of adequate Infection Control measures in the clinic;Organizes and participates in addressing work environment and occupational health issues to ensure a conducive and secure working environment for staff.Liaises with medical units in the Mission and host-nation facilities.Acts as Advisor for the Mission on medical matters.Performs other related duties as required. - Plans, organizes, manages, supervises and coordinates Medical Services Section (MSS) in the Mission by undertaking day-to-day clinical duties (e.g. walk-in clinic, responses to emergencies, pre-placement; periodic medical examinations, immunizations, reference of Personnel to outside specialists as necessary; follow-up with outside specialists, etc.); - Prepares budgets and controls finances, ensuring optimum and rational use of resources; - Develops the Medical Section’s work plans, monitors their implementation and evaluates the performance of staff; - Reviews job openings, interviews and evaluates candidates for job openings. - Procures, manages and administers contracts related to medical support, pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, consumables and medical supplies and medical services; and ensures availability of supplies and proper functioning of medical equipment. - Follows the UN established policies and procedures regarding medical pre-clearances and clearances, sick leave and medical evacuations; - Ensures the implementation of directives from UNHQ through leadership and explanation of UN technical guidelines and requirements to all Military medical staff of the TCCs; - Manages the interface between the medical staff and staff counsellors, senior management of the Mission, all specialized agencies, military physicians, physicians and representatives of laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, medical associations and societies as well as host-country health authorities; - Establishes and implements appropriate training programmes in order to maintain and develop the medical capabilities within the Section (e.g. health education & health promotion programmes, HIV/AIDS prevention, first aid and CPR); - Ensures the implementation of adequate Infection Control measures in the clinic; - Organizes and participates in addressing work environment and occupational health issues to ensure a conducive and secure working environment for staff. - Liaises with medical units in the Mission and host-nation facilities. - Acts as Advisor for the Mission on medical matters. - Performs other related duties as required. Competencies:Professionalism: Has the ability to apply UN rules, regulations, policies and guidelines in work situations and develop SOPs procedures, and medical emergency support plans, for all areas of medical support in a Field Mission. Has the ability to apply discretion and sound judgment in technical expertise to resolve complex and/or sensitive issues. Has knowledge of UN medical procedures and practices in a peacekeeping Mission. Has the ability to provide professional technical advice in a broad range of medical support areas. Has excellent negotiating, leadership and contract management skills. Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges. Remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing. Planning and organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Use time efficiently. Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honors commitments; Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable. Judgement/Decision-making: Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; Gathers relevant information before making a decision; Considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; Takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization; Proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; Checks assumptions against facts; Determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; Makes tough decisions when necessary. Education:Doctorate in Medicine (MD) or equivalent in medici