The ICRC Delegation in Libya, has a vacancy for:
Physiotherapist
The position will be based in Benghazi Sub Delegation
The successful candidate will contribute to the implementing, running and monitoring the physical rehabilitation programs (PRP), in cooperation with the physical rehabilitation team, according to the objectives set out in the delegation’s annual planning for a specific geographic area or field of activities. S/He assesses and provides support to and within an ICRC-run or supported physical rehabilitation center and fulfils various roles to lead in the promotion, improvement, and maintenance of people’s mobility, health and well-being.
Main Responsibilities:
Supervise, participate in and/or provide on-the-job training to Physiotherapists in ICRC assisted Physical Rehabilitation Centers (PRCs).
Support implementation of and exemplify the multidisciplinary/interdisciplinary team approach in PRCs and follow-ups in an effective and efficient manner to ensure ICRC recommendations are being implemented in PRCs.
Guide and support provision of the services following the ICRC Physiotherapy standards with guidance from the Physiotherapist.
Provide support in accordance with logistics standards, support the PRP warehouse when required, carry out logistical tasks related to physical rehabilitation services, follow-up on monthly consumption and inventory levels with PRCs and organize/manage distributions as per the distribution tracking procedures.
Assist in statistical data collection and ensures proper management of information collected.
Draft minutes of meetings and other relevant reports in a timely manner.
Report on physical rehabilitation context, needs and programmes at internal and external level in addition to report on problems or misunderstandings with accuracy and without delays.
Manage referrals of persons with disabilities, adhere to the financial assistance and Payment guidelines (e.g. transport and accommodation support) set by PRP Manager.
Interpret/translate at meetings whenever required and translate documents from Arabic to English and vice versa.
Participate in analysis of and reflection on the overall physical rehabilitation service provision situation; contribute to realistic project proposals in line with the delegation’s objectives and priorities.
Work with other ICRC departments/structures and partners (where applicable) to coordinate referrals for persons with disabilities from far locations to access to services at the Benghazi rehabilitation center.
Liaise and build networks with local stakeholders to facilitate communication on and coordination of activities, thereby ensuring more efficient implementation of physical rehabilitation projects.
Communicate and follow-up with the PRC`s management for all scholarship related matters and support the national education (scholarship) files whenever needed.
Required background, skills and competencies:
Bachelor’s degree or diploma in physiotherapy, or technical diploma in physiotherapy with 3 years’ full-time training, with a valid license to practice in the country of residence.
Minimum 2 years’ work experience in physical rehabilitation.
Experience in amputee prosthetic rehabilitation is an asset.
Relevant additional degrees (e.g. public health, rehabilitation techniques) are an asset.
Excellent command of written and spoken English and Arabic.
Teaching experience and skills are a strong asset.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to adapt and interact constructively with others.
Proven planning and organizing skills.
Service oriented and flexible.
Capacity to handle sensitive information with strict confidentiality and ethics.
We offer an inclusive, rewarding and enriching work opportunity to male, female and Persons with Disabilities candidates in a humanitarian and international environment with initial training and on-boarding.
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Interested Candidates with the required background and experience are invited to submit their application with 3 references to [email protected] before 11.05.2024 with the title in the email subject
“Physiotherapist in Benghazi’’
CVs not mentioning the position in the subject line, will not be considered
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for tests and interviews.