Elliot House, 151 Deansgate, Manchester, M3 3WD
Hours: Full-time
Pay: Up to £42,000 GBP gross per annum (dependent on experience)
Duration: Permanent contract
Location: UK-Med Office, Manchester, UK or remote working options within +/-2 hours of UK Time
Position Overview
We are seeking a Medical Professional with significant expertise and experience in global humanitarian and disaster responses to provide specialist technical guidance and oversight to our humanitarian health programming as our new Health Advisor.
UK-Med is an NGO providing emergency health support in times of crisis and humanitarian emergencies. We provide clinical support, as well as training and capacity building for health professionals around the world, with a particular focus on countries vulnerable to natural disasters, outbreaks, or with weakened health systems due to complex emergencies. As a key partner of the UK Emergency Medical Team (UK EMT), we work closely with FCDO and the WHO, while also growing our own programmes. Our work has never been more vital, with disease outbreaks and disasters becoming more frequent, complex, and severe.
Following a period of significant growth, we are seeking a medical professional to join our team in this pivotal role. Our portfolio of emergency health programmes continues to grow at pace, with current or recent projects in countries including Ukraine, Gaza, Rwanda, Sudan, and Lebanon. Projects include outbreak response, trauma and surgical care, and health systems strengthening.
Key Responsibilities
1. Provide leadership to health teams during emergency responses.
2. Support strategy development at HQ level.
3. Design health responses and capacity building programmes.
4. Contribute to grant proposals.
5. Liaise closely with Ministries of Health, WHO, and other external partners.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have significant experience in the area of emergency response and disaster medicine, ideally including conflict contexts. You will be willing and able to deploy overseas with our responses.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits along with a friendly working environment and the opportunity to make a real difference through humanitarian work. UK-Med is an organisation with a committed team of staff and members.
Application Process
To apply, please submit a current CV and answer the application questions:
Please apply below, as soon as possible and no later than Wednesday 12th February 2025.
UK-Med is committed to safeguarding our personnel and beneficiaries and has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation and abuse. We conduct thorough vetting before any appointment is confirmed.
UK-Med is committed to the principles of diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where employees feel respected and supported to fulfil their potential.
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