Medical Officer Lazio

Medical Officer
Roma
Lazio, Lazio

Job Description - Medical Officer (2500469)Job PostingDate Posted: 13/Feb/2025Closure Date: 07/Mar/2025, 10:59:00 PMOrganizational Unit: CSLJob TypeStaff positionType of Requisition: ProfessionalPrimary LocationItaly-RomeDuration: Fixed-term: Two years with possibility of extensionPost Number: 0042110CCOG Code: 1I03IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device. The length of appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to the extension of appointments. FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background, and culture. Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct and to uphold FAO's values. FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives, and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality. FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization. FAO's commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life, leaving no one behind. Organizational SettingThe FAO Health Services (CSLH), which is a part of the Logistics Services Division (CSL), provides preventative medical, counselling, and occupational health services to FAO employees and their dependents, and advice on all health-related matters to the Organization. The position is located in the Health Services of the Logistics Services Division at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy. Reporting LinesThe Medical Officer reports to the Chief, Health Services, under the overall guidance of the Director, Logistics Services Division (CSL). Technical FocusClinical medicine, travel medicine, and occupational health and wellbeing. Key ResultsPerform clinical and medico-administrative duties related to the staff members and eligible dependents of FAO and other Rome-based UN system organizations (World Food Programme - WFP, International Fund for Agricultural Development - IFAD, and the International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property - ICCROM) if required, as well as staff members and eligible dependents located in field duty stations. Key FunctionsSupervises and coordinates the acute care services provided by the medical units at FAO and IFAD;Determines fitness for duty for newly appointed staff at headquarters and field duty stations, including staff deploying to hazardous and/or non-family duty stations;Approves medical travel for staff and their dependents deployed to field duty stations, providing oversight of emergency medical evacuations via air/ground ambulance when required;Provides medical advice in the determination that an illness or injury is service incurred as well as evaluates and rates permanent impairments linked to injury and/or illness;Acts as the Medical Adviser for IFAD, overseeing the occupational health services provided in that Organization and providing counsel to its management on all issues pertaining to staff health;Reviews requests for disability benefits for staff members and their dependents and prepares recommendations to the FAO/WFP Staff Pension Committee;Reviews and approves requests for special child allowance and special education grants of staff with children with special needs;Promotes continuous learning and capacity development on health-related issues and ensures the delivery of appropriate training programmes in order to maintain and develop the medical capabilities (e. g.

health education, HIV/AIDS prevention, first aid, etc.

);Conducts field missions to assess local medical resources, as required, and advises staff through medical assessments and health education;Collaborates in the review of new or revised policies, procedures, and guidelines;Acts as Officer-in-Charge in the absence of the Chief, Health Services;Performs other duties as required. Special FunctionsSupervises, coordinates, and participates in occupational safety and health (OSH) functions of the Health Services, including working closely with the principal OSH Medical Officer, OSH Officer, and other stakeholders in FAO and the UN system. CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWINGDoctoral Degree in Medicine, including residency training in a medical specialty, preferably Internal Medicine or Occupational Health, in addition to a valid medical license/registration to practice in home country. Seven years of relevant clinical/medical experience including occupational health and travel medicine. Working knowledge (proficiency – level C) of English and intermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency – level B) of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish). Results FocusTeamworkCommunicationBuilding Effective RelationshipsKnowledge Sharing and Continuous ImprovementTechnical/Functional SkillsWork experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in remote settings. Work experience in the UN is desirable. Extent and relevance of experience in clinical medicine and occupational health, including travel medicine. Excellent communication skills, both oral and in writing, and demonstrated ability to write clear and concise reports in English are considered strong assets. Working knowledge (proficiency – level C) of Italian would be an asset. GENERAL INFORMATIONExtension of fixed term appointments is based on certification of performance and availability of funds. FAO reserves the right not to make an appointment. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. CONDITIONS OF SERVICEA competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.

For information on UN salaries, allowances, and benefits, click on the following link: UN Salaries and BenefitsOther benefits, subject to eligibility, include:• Dependency allowances• Rental subsidy• Education grant for children• Home leave travel• 30 working days of annual leave per year• Pension fund entitlements under the UN Joint Staff Pension Fund• International health insurance; optional life insurance• Disability protectionFAO encourages a positive workplace culture to increase inclusivity and diversity within its workforce.

FAO applies measures in which all staff members contribute equally and in full to the work and development of the Organization.

This includes:• elements of family-friendly policies• flexible working arrangements• standards of conduct. HOW TO APPLYTo apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile.

We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills. Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile. Once your profile is completed, please apply and submit your application. Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).

The list can be accessed at WHED. Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military, and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAO's behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications, assessment tests, background checks, and other related services.

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You may withdraw consent at any time by withdrawing your application; in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application. Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered. Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile. We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.

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