Migration Health Physician

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is the leading international intergovernmental agency working on issues relating to migration and mobility of people. IOM has its Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland and is comprised of 149 Member States and 106 Observers, and is working in over 470 field locations throughout the world with over 7,800 staff members.

Employment Opportunity for a Migration Health Physician to be based in Ho Chi Minh City:

Under the direct supervision of the Chief Migration Health Physician, the incumbent will be responsible for performing and/or assist in medical screening activities in Viet Nam according to organizational, national and international standards and guidelines, which includes, among others;

- Immigration medical examinations and related documentation of medical examinations.
- Treatment for tuberculosis, sexually transmitted diseases and HIV/AIDS counselling.
- Quality control of medical results.
- Assisting in coordination and liaison with partners.

Education/Experience Required:  University degree in Medicine. Experience in immigration medical screening or international public health preferred. Good knowledge of English and Vietnamese. Computer literate. Excellent communication. Capacity for independent work.

Language Proficiency:  Vietnamese and English – Any other language is an advantage.

To Apply:  All interested candidates should download and complete an IOM Personal History Form from the IOM Viet Nam website at www.iom.int.vn

Completed applications, including IOM Personal History Form, application letter, and copies of diplomas and certificates, recommendation letters, etc. may be delivered to the IOM Sub-Office in Ho Chi Minh City at 1B Pham Ngoc Thach, District 1, or submitted electronically to [email protected].  

Deadline to apply:  03 April 2013, 5pm. No phone calls please.  Applications are non-returnable and only selected candidates will be notified for interview.