Recruiter: CTG Global
Closing date: 01 Aug 2014
Place of Performance Hargeisa, Galkacyo, Garowe, Bossaso, Mogadishu
Salary: TBA
Starting Date: ASAP
Overview Of CTG Global
CTG
Global is a Personnel Management Service Company specialised in
Recruitment, Management Consultancy, and Human Resources in countries
experiencing or emerging from armed conflict, natural disasters, or
acute social and economic crisis worldwide. CTG Global provides tailored
personnel management support enabling a growing number
of public and private sector agencies and individuals to achieve their
objectives in complex and challenging environments. CTG Global clients
currently comprise UN agencies, non-government organizations (NGOs), and
different corporate organisations such as security companies.
Position Summary
In
2004, a proposal for strengthening and unifying the United Nations
security management system was presented to the 59th session of the
General Assembly in Report A/59/365 of 11 October 2004. This resulted in
the adoption of General Assembly Resolution (A/RES/59/276, XI, 7-23
December 2004) that created the Department of Safety and Security
merging the security management component of the Office of the United
Nations Security Coordinator (UNSECOORD), the Security and Safety
Services (SSS) and the civilian security component of the Department of
Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO) into a single security management
framework.
The objective of the SSAFE Somalia training is to
assure the quality and effectiveness of the standard safety and security
training curriculum capable to respond to the ever-changing perils and
menaces affecting UN activities in this country. The SSAFE Somalia
training is mandatory for all UN staff before deploying in Somalia.
In
addition to the SSAFE Training, the UNDSS Somalia Training Unit also
conducts Emergency Trauma Bag (ETB) trainings in order to provide key
personnel with advanced first aid skills.
General Functions:
Objective of the Assignment
To
provide the In Country SSAFE participants and other UN personnel
already deployed in Somalia, with theoretical and practical inputs with
regard to Medical First responder and Emergency Trauma Bag Training, as
well as Mass Casualty incident Training.
Scope of Work/Expected Output
Under
the overall management of Deputy Chief Security Advisor (DCSA) and
direct supervision of the FSCO, Training the Medical Trainer will
perform duties and responsibilities in accordance with the objectives
and activities in the work plan and other duties as requested by UNDSS
Training Unit:
Specifically, the duties and responsibilities of the incumbents are:
A. Medical Training
· Provide First Aid Responder Training based on the SSAE Training Module
· Revise SSAFE medical training material and training manual
B. Emergency Trauma Bag Training
·
Provide emergency medical first responders training based on the ETB
Training Module and baseline skills necessary to respond to a mass
casualty incident
· Revise ETB medical training material and training manual
·
Provide assistance to DSS Security Advisers (SA), Field Security
Coordination Officers (FSCO), key selected UN staff and qualified
medical personnel in the ETB use as approved by the chief of the DSS
Medical Team.
The consultant will be expected to work as per the below schedule
· ETB Trainings – 8 days x 3 trainings = 24 days
· In Country Module 2/3 Trainings – 5 days x 5 trainings = 25 days
· Total No of Days = 49
Monitoring and Progress Controls
The
incumbent will be monitored and evaluated during his/her theoretical
presentations and practical scenario debriefing. In addition, the SSAFE
students’ feedback will also be used to monitor and evaluate the
incumbent.
Final Product / Deliverables
· At least 300
participants trained on First Aid Responder Training based on the SSAFE
Training Module for the year 2014 in various duty stations in Somalia
· Revised SSAFE medical training material and training manual in place.
· Revised and updated medical quick reference pocket book for UN Somalia staff in place.
· Standby emergency medical assistance provided during SSAFE training for the organised courses in the year 2014
·
Emergency medical first responder training (based on the ETB Training
Module and baseline skills necessary to respnd to a mass casualty
incident) provided to at least 300 participants.
· Revised ETB medical training material and training manual in place.
·
Assistance provided as and when required to the DSS Security Advisers
(SA), Field Security Coordination Officers (FSCO), key selected UN staff
and qualified medical personnel in the use of ETB as approved by the
chief of the DSS Medical Team.
· Assessment reports (material
and HR) that includes recommendations on improvement (composition of
emergency response team, emergency stocks, training, etc) of UN Somalia
current emergency response capacity presented as and when required.
Dates: 10th August to 31st December 2014
Total Number of Days: 49 Days
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE
Academic Qualifications
· Diploma in Registered Nursing
· BTLS, ATLS, and WALS certified
Years of Experience
· Minimum of Three years of professional experience in medical training in trauma life support and emergency care
· Minimum of Two years’ experience in training and development of training materials
· Additional training or experience in a broad range of related fields, such as paramedics including First Aid
·
Previous UN medical system / international medical experience or
military medical experience with priority in international tasks is
highly desirable
· Previous experience in developing emergency contingency plans
· Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) is desirable
· Preferred for SSAFE trained
Flexibility,
adaptability, and ability and willingness to operate independently in
austere, remote and potentially hazardous environments for protracted
periods, involving physical hardship and little comfort, and including
possible extensive travel within the area of operations
Competencies
·
Integrity and professionalism: demonstrated expertise in area of
speciality and ability to apply good judgement; high degree of autonomy,
personal initiative and ability to take ownership; willingness to
accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under
established procedures in a politically sensitive environment, while
exercising discretion, impartially and neutrality; ability to manage
information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and
client-oriented.
· Accountability: mature and responsible; ability to operate in compliance with organisational rules and regulations.
·
Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn
new skills and stay abreast of new development in area of expertise;
ability to adapt to changes in work environment.
· Planning and
organizing: effective organization and problem-solving skills and
ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely
manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and
monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting
deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/acivities.
·
Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively
across organizational boundaries; ability to establish and maintain
effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a
multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect
for diversity and gender.
· Communication: proven interpersonal
skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability
to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations,
articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend
recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with staff
(including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts
and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; ability
to maintain composure and remain helpful towards the staff, but
objective, without showing personal interest; capacity to transfer
information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups.
Other information · The expert will be required to have a personal laptop computer.
Languages · Fluent and excellent writing skills in English
How to apply:
Interested candidates should submit their CV along with their application letter via e-mail tocareers@ctgglobal.comwith reference to “BHJOB2678_529” in the subject line. Short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.
