CFCV - Medical Escort (Consultancy) (Multiple Positions)

## Job Description Introduction Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move. IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture atIOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration Project Context and Scope Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants. The “Return Assistance for migrants in vulnerable Situations” Programme offers tailored assistance in order to support returnees with identified special protection needs (e.g. people with health conditions or medical needs, unaccompanied and separated children, or victims of trafficking) to support their successful and sustainable return. Cases in which vulnerabilities are specifically indicated in the application process, or it becomes apparent that specific vulnerabilities exist, are referred by BAMF to the IOM. Migrants with health issues may require medical assistance during the movement phase of their journey. Those with significant medical conditions, including patients in intensive or palliative care, may require the assistance of a medical escort (ME), who is either a physician or a nurse. Potential MEs are required to escort patients based on their diagnoses and current conditions. Medical escorts are responsible for providing the best possible care to migrants under existing circumstances. Therefore, escorts need sound professional judgment and clinical skills commensurate with the range of clinical events that a specific medical case might entail. This requires familiarity with the conditions involved, expertise in managing those conditions, understanding of aviation medicine, and emergency medicine experience. IOM Germany is seeking qualified, professional medical escorts to include in a roster of consultants who can support beneficiaries with medical conditions participating in IOM-managed programs on an ad hoc basis. This consultancy aims to create a flexible pool of medical consultants who can provide medical support and movement assistance between locations in Syria and Germany. Assignments may include medical escort services, travel health support, pre-departure or post-arrival medical coordination, review of medical documentation, medical monitoring during travel, and other related activities necessary for safe and dignified movement. The roster is intended to cover a broader target group than medical escorts only. Qualified doctors, nurses, emergency medical professionals, paramedics, midwives, and other licensed healthcare professionals with relevant clinical experience and the ability to travel between Syria and Germany are encouraged to apply. Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing The consultant will contribute to the Due Diligence and Case Processing Team (DDP team) in the Migrant Protection and Inclusion Unit (MPIU) of IOM Germany. Overall, the consultant will work closely with members of the DDP team, the MHD focal point for IOM Germany (who is responsible for the medical evaluation of all cases), treating physicians in Germany, and other external service providers. 1. Category B Consultants: - Availability confirmed and assignment-specific travel and medical instructions reviewed before deployment. - Assigned medical travel support for beneficiaries between locations in Syria and Germany, including medical monitoring and professional assistance before, during and, where applicable, after travel. - Coordination with IOM teams, healthcare providers, hospitals, airport authorities, airlines and other relevant counterparts in Syria and Germany, as required by the assignment. - Complete post-assignment documentation within the agreed timeframe, including mission report, relevant medical observations and any required follow-up information. ## Responsibilities Performance indicators for the evaluation of results - Assignments are completed safely, professionally and in accordance with agreed instructions. - Documentation is submitted on time, complete and fit for operational follow-up. - Communication with IOM is timely, clear and solution-oriented. - SOPs, MEPs and confidentiality requirements are followed accurately. - Feedback from IOM teams and relevant counterparts confirms professional conduct and reliability. ## Qualifications Required Qualifications and Experience Education - University degree in Medicine, Nursing, Emergency Medicine, Paramedicine, Midwifery or another relevant health discipline from an accredited institution. - A valid professional license to practice in the applicant’s country of residence, citizenship or professional registration. Experience - Minimum of four years of relevant clinical experience. Four or more years are desirable. - Relevant experience in patient care, emergency medicine, internal medicine, surgery, intensive care, community health, travel medicine, humanitarian response or related areas. - Previous experience accompanying patients or vulnerable individuals during domestic or international travel is an advantage. - Experience working in multicultural, humanitarian or migration-related contexts is desirable. Skills - Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or equivalent. - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Advanced Life Support, emergency care or equivalent certification is highly desirable. - Ability to respond appropriately to medical incidents within the limits of the consultant’s professional qualifications and assignment instructions. - Availability to comply with IOM medical clearance, reference check and administrative onboarding requirements before engagement. - Strong communication, documentation and coordination skills. - Ability to work independently, under time pressure and in changing operational environments. - Ability and willingness to undertake short-notice assignments involving travel between Syria and Germany, subject to confirmed operational needs. Languages - Fluency in English is required. - Arabic language skills are highly desirable. - German language skills are an asset. - Additional language skills relevant to the beneficiary groups may be considered an advantage. Travel required The consultancy requires travel between locations in Syria and Germany. Specific travel routes, departure points, destinations and assignment schedules will be determined by IOM on a case-by-case basis according to programme needs and beneficiary requirements. Consultants may be deployed from locations in Syria or Germany depending on operational requirements. Travel arrangements, reimbursements and applicable allowances will be regulated in the individual consultancy contract or assignment confirmation, in line with IOM rules and procedures. Mandatory eligibility criteria Only candidates meeting the following mandatory eligibility requirements will be considered: - Valid passport with at least six months validity at the tim