We are seeking a Medical Professional, with significant expertise and experience in global humanitarian and disaster responses, to provide specialist technical guidance and leadership across our humanitarian health programming.
Role: Deputy Director of Health
Hours: Full-time
Pay: Up to £54,600 Annual Gross
Duration: Permanent
Location: UK-Med Office, Manchester, UK (Hybrid Working) or remote working options within +/-2 hours of UK Time
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 particular focus on countries vulnerable to natural disasters, outbreaks or with weakened health systems due to complex emergencies. 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, Afghanistan, Malawi, Myanmar, and Turkey. Projects include outbreak response, health worker capacity building, trauma and surgical care, and health systems strengthening.
The successful candidate will have significant experience in the area of emergency response and disaster medicine, ideally including migration and conflict contexts. You will be able to apply your expertise to developing strategy at an HQ level, designing health responses and capacity building programmes, as well as contributing to grant proposals. You will be willing and able to deploy overseas with our responses, providing leadership to health teams and liaising closely with Ministries of Health, WHO, and other external partners.
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 a growing and developing organisation with a committed team of staff, volunteers, and members.
To apply, please submit a current CV and answer the application questions.
If applying from outside of the UK and you are willing to relocate, applicants will need to meet the Home Office requirements for the Skilled Worker Visa that include:
1. Pass the UKVI IELTS/Provide proof of English language proficiency,
2. Obtain a clear Tuberculosis test (for certain countries),
3. Clean immigration history.
Please apply below, as soon as possible and no later than Monday 29th January, 2024.
UK-Med is committed to safeguarding of 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 be able to fulfil their potential.
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