Regional Medical Officer (P)

Job Overview

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is seeking a dedicated Regional Medical Officer (P) to join their team. This role, based in Innere Stadt, Vienna, Austria, is crucial in supporting IOM’s mission to promote the health and well-being of migrants globally, aligning with the organization’s commitment to humane and orderly migration.

Company Overview

Established in 1951, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) – UN Migration – is the leading inter-governmental organization dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by advancing the understanding of migration issues, assisting governments in meeting the challenges of migration, encouraging social and economic development through migration, and upholding the dignity and well-being of migrants, their families and their communities. With 173 member states, a further 8 states holding observer status and offices in over 100 countries, IOM also works to promote international cooperation on migration issues, to assist in the search for practical solutions to migration problems and to provide humanitarian assistance to migrants in need, including refugees and internally displaced people. The IOM Constitution recognizes the link between migration and economic, social and cultural development, as well as to the right of freedom of movement. In Indonesia, IOM operations date back to 1979 with the processing of Vietnamese boat people arriving in Tanjung Pinang port, Riau Islands. Since, IOM’s activities have expanded both in terms of geographic reach and target population. Today, IOM Indonesia is one of the largest IOM missions in the world, with over 300 staff members located across the country and working on a wide range of activities in partnership with the Government of Indonesia, civil society, and the donor community. IOM Indonesia works in broad areas of migration management: Counter Trafficking, Disasters, Climate and Resilience, Immigration and Border Management, Migrant Assistance, Migration & Development, Migration Health, Labour Migration, Resettlement and Movements.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Not Applicable
• Job Type: Contract
• Experience: 5 Year+
• Qualifications: none

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert medical advice and guidance on migration health issues.
• Develop and oversee the implementation of comprehensive health assessment programs for migrants.
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on health activities and outcomes within the designated region.
• Foster strong collaboration with national health authorities, UN agencies, and partner organizations.
• Ensure strict adherence to international health standards and IOM’s internal policies and procedures.
• Support and contribute to emergency health responses for vulnerable migrant populations.

Requirements

• Medical degree (MD or equivalent) from an accredited academic institution.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in public health, migration health, or a related field.
• Demonstrated understanding of international health regulations, migration health policies, and humanitarian principles.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and advanced report-writing skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a multicultural, fast-paced, and complex environment.
• Professional fluency in English (oral and written) is required; knowledge of other UN languages is a distinct advantage.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work for a leading inter-governmental organization dedicated to migration.
• Directly contribute to global humanitarian efforts and the well-being of migrants.
• Access to professional development and career growth opportunities within the IOM network.
• Work in a diverse, inclusive, and international team environment.
• Engage in impactful work addressing critical global health and migration challenges.
• Gain valuable experience in international affairs and public health policy.