International Organization for Migration (IOM)

Vacancy Notice

Position Information

Item	Details
Job Title	Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) Manager
Job Identification	21326
Organization	International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Location	Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Grade	NO-C
Contract Type	Fixed-Term
Duration	12 Months (with possibility of extension)
Recruitment Type	National Officer
Application Deadline	13 June 2026

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About IOM

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading UN agency in the field of migration. The organization works with governments and partners worldwide to promote safe, orderly, and humane migration, support displaced populations, and provide migration-related services and advice.

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Organizational Context

Under the supervision of the Regional Health Assessment Programme Coordinator (RHAPC) and/or Chief Migration Health Officer (CMHO), the successful candidate will manage the Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

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Key Responsibilities

Migration Health Assessment Management

Oversee and supervise health assessment services including:

• Medical examinations
• Diagnostic imaging
• Laboratory testing
• Vaccinations
• Tuberculosis (TB) management
• Treatment and referrals
• Pre-departure medical procedures
• Medical documentation and reporting

Clinical Duties

• Conduct health assessments for refugees and migrants.
• Review medical histories and physical examinations.
• Evaluate chest X-rays and laboratory results.
• Ensure compliance with technical guidelines of resettlement countries.

Facility and Operations Management

• Maintain MHAC infrastructure and medical equipment.
• Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Coordinate staffing and human resource requirements.
• Develop and maintain networks of consultants and medical escorts.

Quality Assurance

• Implement and monitor quality improvement systems.
• Conduct audits, observations, and performance reviews.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Manage incident reporting and corrective actions.

Public Health Activities

• Support communicable disease surveillance.
• Coordinate outbreak preparedness and response.
• Promote health education and public health interventions.
• Collaborate with national health institutions and stakeholders.

Staff Supervision and Development

• Supervise clinical and non-clinical personnel.
• Conduct performance evaluations.
• Develop staff training and capacity-building plans.
• Promote compliance with IOM standards and ethics.

Financial and Resource Management

• Assist with budget preparation and financial oversight.
• Review financial reports.
• Coordinate procurement of:
  • Medical equipment
  • Vaccines
  • Medicines
  • Medical supplies

Data Management

• Ensure confidentiality of migration health data.
• Oversee collection, analysis, and reporting of health data.
• Maintain compliance with IOM Data Protection Principles.

Additional Duties

• Integrate health assessment activities with broader migration programs.
• Provide technical advice on migration health initiatives.
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisors.

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Required Qualifications

Education

Option 1

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant professional experience.
• At least 3 years in a managerial role.

Option 2

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree.
• Master’s degree in:
  • Community Health
  • Public Health
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Tropical Medicine
  • Related field
• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience.
• At least 3 years in a managerial role.

Preferred Medical Specializations

• Internal Medicine
• Pediatrics
• Anaesthesiology
• Emergency Medicine
• Family Medicine
• Obstetrics and Gynaecology

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Required Experience

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Continuous clinical practice experience.
• Experience in migration health assessments.
• Health program management experience.
• Project development and management experience.
• Report writing skills.
• Experience building partnerships with government and health institutions.
• Knowledge of public health systems.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and patient safety.

Added Advantages

• Migration health emergency response experience.
• Specialization in:
  • Pediatrics
  • Pulmonology
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Internal Medicine
• Expertise in:
  • Public Health
  • Healthcare Administration
  • Healthcare Management
• Master trainer experience.

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Required Skills

• Healthcare facility management
• Clinic administration
• Budgeting and financial management
• Resource management
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Leadership and team management
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Customer service orientation
• Organizational and multitasking skills
• Computer and clinic management software proficiency

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Languages

Mandatory

• Fluent English (spoken and written)
• Fluent Kiswahili (spoken and written)

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Core Values

All IOM staff are expected to demonstrate:

• Inclusion and Respect for Diversity
• Integrity and Transparency
• Professionalism
• Courage
• Empathy

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Core Competencies

• Teamwork
• Delivering Results
• Managing and Sharing Knowledge
• Accountability
• Communication

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Managerial Competencies

• Leadership
• Empowering Others
• Building Trust
• Strategic Thinking and Vision
• Humility

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Important Notes

• Appointment is subject to funding confirmation.
• Medical fitness certification and security clearances are required.
• IOM maintains a zero-tolerance policy regarding harassment, discrimination, abuse, and misconduct.
• No application or recruitment fees are charged at any stage.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Late applications will not be considered.

Application Deadline

13 June 2026 (12:00 AM)

Organization: International Organization for Migration
Duty Station: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Grade: NO-C
Contract Duration: 12 Months (renewable subject to funding and performance)

How to Apply:

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