Vacancy Announcement
Medical Officer
Vacancy Announcement Number JF/20/2020
Contract Status Fixed-Term Appointment for 3 years; including 1-year
probation period, with the possibility of further extension,
subject to the availability of funds, satisfactory performance
and continuing need
Benefits Grade L6, Monthly Salary JD 1,334.40 Fils. Plus SOA 15% of
basic salary. Other benefits include Provident Fund
contribution (15% of basic salary paid by the Agency) &
medical insurance. Dependency allowance is subject to
eligibility.
Department Health
Duty Station Amman, Zarqa & Irbid Areas
Issue Date 19 July 2020
Deadline for Applications 01 August 2020
UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide
gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified women.
UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities.
Place in the Organisation
The incumbent of this post is responsible to Head Health Centre (A) or (B), as applicable.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
In accordance with Agency policy and procedures, the incumbent:
· Provides general outpatient services and other special services, including maternal
and child health, control of non-communicable diseases as well as for hospital
referrals;
· Participates in on-the-job and in-service training of other staff in accordance with
the approved plans;
Who we are
For over 65 years, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine (UNRWA) has
been working on the ground in five fields of operations in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, West Bank
and the Gaza Strip providing direct assistance and protection for some 5 million Palestine
refugees in the Middle East. UNRWA is mandated by the UN General Assembly to provide this
assistance and its mission is to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human
development until there is a just and lasting solution for their plight. UNRWA restores safety,
dignity and hope to millions who have been uprooted by conflict with services encompassing
education, health care, relief and social services, camp infrastructure and improvement,
microfinance and emergency assistance.
For more details on UNRWA, please visit: https://www.unrwa.org/
· Replaces other Medical Officers during their absence, in the same or other health
centres, as required;
· Performs such other duties as may be required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
· A medical degree from a recognized university including an internship of at least twelve-month
duration;
· A valid governmental license to practice medicine in the country of duty station.
· At least four years of satisfactory professional working experience.
· Good command of written and spoken English and Arabic.
Competencies
· Ability to work under pressure and cope with heavy workload;
· Good organizational and planning skills;
· Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively deal with patients;
· Self-motivated;
· Ability to lead a team and work as a team member;
· Proficiency in standard Agency computer applications.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
· Post-graduate degree or diploma in public health, family health or other related discipline.
Other Information
· Only candidates residing in Jordan with authorization to work in that duty station at the time of
application are eligible to apply. The Agency will not assume responsibility or accountability to
support or facilitate the issuance of work permit in the duty station, and without a valid work
permit, the appointment may be rescinded since the agency will not provide coverage for
relocation costs.
· Since this vacancy is an Area staff post, the Agency will not provide coverage for relocation costs.
EQUIVALENCY:
When the minimum requirements are not fully met, Field Director for Field Area staff and Director
of Human Resources for Headquarters Area staff, in consultation with the concerned supervisor
may exceptionally substitute part of the unmet requirements with a combination of relevant
academic qualifications, additional professional training and progressive relevant work
experience.
NB: Work experience alone or formal qualifications with no relevant work experience are not
considered an acceptable combination.
How to Apply
Applicants are required to register at http://jobs.unrwa.org by creating a personal profile and
completing an UNRWA Personal History Form. Please note that UNRWA only accepts degrees from
For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews:
accredited educational institutions. Only applications received through http://jobs.unrwa.org will be
considered. Due to the large number of applications received, only applicants short-listed for interview
will be contacted. Please ensure that the e-mail address that you will indicate in your Personal History
Profile is accurate, candidates shortlisted for test or interview will only be contacted by e-mail. No follow
up phone calls will be made.
The United Nations does not charge fees at any stage of the recruitment process (application, testing,
interviewing, etc). The United Nations does not concern itself with information related to bank accounts.
For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews, please visit:
General Information
UNRWA encourages applications from qualified and experienced women.
UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities.
This vacancy notice is open to internal and external candidates.
UNRWA is a United Nations organization whose staff are expected to uphold the highest
standards of integrity, neutrality and impartiality. This includes respect for human rights, for
diversity, and for non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. UNRWA staff are
expected to uphold these values at all times, both at work and outside. Only persons who fully
and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. UNRWA
is a non- smoking work environment.
The Agency reserves the right not to make an appointment, to make an appointment at a
lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description.
On appointment, all individuals will be asked to sign a self attestation, confirming that they have
not committed, been convicted of, or prosecuted for, any criminal offence and that they have
not been involved, by act or omission, in the commission of any violation of international human
rights law or international humanitarian law.
Date of issue: 19 July 2020
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Vacancy Announcement
Medical Officer
Vacancy Announcement Number JF/21/2020
Contract Status Fixed-Term Appointment for 3 years; including 1-year
probation period, with the possibility of further extension,
subject to the availability of funds, satisfactory performance
and continuing need
Benefits Grade L6, Monthly Salary JD 1,334.40 Fils. Plus SOA 15% of
basic salary. Other benefits include Provident Fund
contribution (15% of basic salary paid by the Agency) &
medical insurance. Dependency allowance is subject to
eligibility.
Department Health
Duty Station Aqaba Health Centre Only
Issue Date 19 July 2020
Deadline for Applications 01 August 2020
UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide
gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified women.
UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities.
Place in the Organisation
The incumbent of this post is responsible to Head Health Centre (A) or (B), as applicable.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
In accordance with Agency policy and procedures, the incumbent:
· Provides general outpatient services and other special services, including maternal
and child health, control of non-communicable diseases as well as for hospital
referrals;
· Participates in on-the-job and in-service training of other staff in accordance with
the approved plans;
· Replaces other Medical Officers during their absence, in the same or other health
centres, as required;
Who we are
For over 65 years, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine (UNRWA) has
been working on the ground in five fields of operations in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, West Bank
and the Gaza Strip providing direct assistance and protection for some 5 million Palestine
refugees in the Middle East. UNRWA is mandated by the UN General Assembly to provide this
assistance and its mission is to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human
development until there is a just and lasting solution for their plight. UNRWA restores safety,
dignity and hope to millions who have been uprooted by conflict with services encompassing
education, health care, relief and social services, camp infrastructure and improvement,
microfinance and emergency assistance.
For more details on UNRWA, please visit: https://www.unrwa.org/
· Performs such other duties as may be required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
· A medical degree from a recognized university including an internship of at least twelve-month
duration;
· A valid governmental license to practice medicine in the country of duty station.
· At least four years of satisfactory professional working experience.
· Good command of written and spoken English and Arabic.
Competencies
· Ability to work under pressure and cope with heavy workload;
· Good organizational and planning skills;
· Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively deal with patients;
· Self-motivated;
· Ability to lead a team and work as a team member;
· Proficiency in standard Agency computer applications.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
· Post-graduate degree or diploma in public health, family health or other related discipline.
Other Information
· Only candidates residing in Jordan with authorization to work in that duty station at the time of
application are eligible to apply. The Agency will not assume responsibility or accountability to
support or facilitate the issuance of work permit in the duty station, and without a valid work
permit, the appointment may be rescinded since the agency will not provide coverage for
relocation costs.
· Since this vacancy is an Area staff post, the Agency will not provide coverage for relocation costs.
EQUIVALENCY:
When the minimum requirements are not fully met, Field Director for Field Area staff and Director
of Human Resources for Headquarters Area staff, in consultation with the concerned supervisor
may exceptionally substitute part of the unmet requirements with a combination of relevant
academic qualifications, additional professional training and progressive relevant work
experience.
NB: Work experience alone or formal qualifications with no relevant work experience are not
considered an acceptable combination.
How to Apply
Applicants are required to register at http://jobs.unrwa.org by creating a personal profile and
completing an UNRWA Personal History Form. Please note that UNRWA only accepts degrees from
accredited educational institutions. Only applications received through http://jobs.unrwa.org will be
For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews:
considered. Due to the large number of applications received, only applicants short-listed for interview
will be contacted. Please ensure that the e-mail address that you will indicate in your Personal History
Profile is accurate, candidates shortlisted for test or interview will only be contacted by e-mail. No follow
up phone calls will be made.
The United Nations does not charge fees at any stage of the recruitment process (application, testing,
interviewing, etc). The United Nations does not concern itself with information related to bank accounts.
For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews, please visit:
General Information
UNRWA encourages applications from qualified and experienced women.
UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities.
This vacancy notice is open to internal and external candidates.
UNRWA is a United Nations organization whose staff are expected to uphold the highest
standards of integrity, neutrality and impartiality. This includes respect for human rights, for
diversity, and for non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. UNRWA staff are
expected to uphold these values at all times, both at work and outside. Only persons who fully
and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. UNRWA
is a non- smoking work environment.
The Agency reserves the right not to make an appointment, to make an appointment at a
lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description.
On appointment, all individuals will be asked to sign a self attestation, confirming that they have
not committed, been convicted of, or prosecuted for, any criminal offence and that they have
not been involved, by act or omission, in the commission of any violation of international human
rights law or international humanitarian law.
Vacancy Announcement
Mechanical Engineer
UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide
gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified women.
UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities.
PLACE IN THE ORGANIZATION:-
The incumbent of this post reports to Project Manager.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
In accordance with Agency policy and procedures the incumbent:
• Measures, Records & Certifies the quantities of Mechanical Works installed at regular intervals,
usually on weekly basis & before Contractor’s Mechanical works, Staff submit an interim
payment. Then finally certify the whole quantity of Mechanical works carried out upon
completion of the work.
Vacancy Announcement Number LDC/06/2020
Contract Status Limited Duration Contract (LDC); Six months duration
renewable; Appointment subject to funding confirmation,
satisfactory performance and continuity of need.
Benefits
– LDC: Band “E”/ S2 Fixed Monthly salary is JD 990.300
including transportation allowance (No use for UN
car) and other expenses and depending on
professional knowledge, experience and location of
projects.
– Other benefits include medical insurance and
annual leave and dependency allowance (if
applicable).
Department Field Infrastructure & Camp Improvement Program
Duty Station Sites of construction & maintenance in all
areas.
Issue Date 19 July 2020
Deadline for Applications 01 August 2020
• Follow up & report on the progress of work regular basis to project manager
• Attends meetings as requested by project manager
• Tests installed work for safety and adequacy.
• Is responsible for the day-to-day activities of the construction site, related to mechanical works,
including supervising and monitoring the site contractors’ labourers and the work of
subcontractors, ensuring quality, health and safety measures on site.
• Checks mechanical design drawings, shop drawings and as-built drawings, compared with the
actual level and details, ensuring accuracy.
• Prepares technical, financial and any such related technical reports and information as may
be required by project manager; particularly, detailed time schedules, cost and calculates
time requirements and provides recommendations as appropriate.
• Prepares daily, weekly and monthly progress reports by collecting, analysing and summarizing
information and trends; as per request of project manager.
• Full coordination with Agency Electrical engineer in common issues (Electromechanical).
• Prepares air conditioners specifications & supervises the installation of new ACs needed for the
project.
• Reviews and checks project documents and reports about any discrepancies and deviation
from site conditions; ensures that “as- built” drawings are prepared properly; raises related
matters to the supervisor.
• Keeps site records, inspection forms, measurements tracker; monitors project progress and
identifies and resolves problems that may affect project’s completion.
• Valuates contractors’ executed mechanical works.
• Monitors the quality of materials used in the project; ensures that the supplied or coordinated
materials by UNRWA are strictly used for the intended project and purpose; keeps accurate
records of materials delivered to the site per type, quantity and date.
• Arranges for submittals & testing of materials.
• Provides assistance & consultation for other construction & maintenance projects.
• Provides technical advice to Project Manager in his Field of expertise.
• Performs such other duties as may be assigned.
Independence of Work
Application of guidance
Incumbent has to apply all Agency procedures, rules, regulations and specifications for all work
carried out. He is also required to apply his professional knowledge and exercise, judgment during
implementation of all construction and maintenance work on Mechanical installation in Agency
buildings.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• A university degree in Mechanical Engineering (Supervision of mechanical works in buildings).
• Minimum five years’ experience.
• Working Knowledge of both English and Arabic is required.
Competencies
• High level of skill in identifying Mechanical faults, diagnosing the root causes and taking
remedial action;
• Ability to maintain good working relationship with user departments and work with others in
own department in a team environment.
• Good Communication (both written& verbal) skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
• Professional qualification in Mechanical Engineering.
• Professional of a valid driving license in Jordan in a must.
For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews:
Other Information
• Only candidates residing in Jordan with authorization to work in that duty station at the time of
application are eligible to apply. The Agency will not assume responsibility or accountability to
support or facilitate the issuance of work permit in the duty station, and without a valid work
permit, the appointment may be rescinded since the agency will not provide coverage for
relocation costs.
• Since this vacancy is an Area staff post, the Agency will not provide coverage for relocation
costs.
EQUIVALENCY
When the minimum requirements are not fully met, Field Director for Field Area staff and Director
of Human Resources for Headquarters Area staff, in consultation with the concerned supervisor
may exceptionally substitute part of the unmet requirements with a combination of relevant
academic qualifications, additional professional training and progressive relevant work
experience.
NB: Work experience alone or formal qualifications with no relevant work experience are not
considered an acceptable combination.
How to Apply
Applicants are required to register at http://jobs.unrwa.org by creating a personal profile and
completing an UNRWA Personal History Form. Please note that UNRWA only accepts degrees from
accredited educational institutions. Only applications received through http://jobs.unrwa.org will
be considered. Due to the large number of applications received, only applicants short-listed for
interview will be contacted. Please ensure that the e-mail address that you will indicate in your
Personal History Profile is accurate, candidates shortlisted for test or interview will only be contacted
by e-mail. No follow up phone calls will be made.
The United Nations does not charge fees at any stage of the recruitment process (application,
testing, interviewing, etc). The United Nations does not concern itself with information related to
bank accounts.
For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews, please visit:
General Information
UNRWA encourages applications from qualified and experienced women.
UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities.
UNRWA is a United Nations organization whose staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of
integrity, neutrality and impartiality. This includes respect for human rights, for diversity, and for nonviolent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. UNRWA staff are expected to uphold these values
at all times, both at work and outside. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these
values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. UNRWA is a non- smoking work environment.
The Agency reserves the right not to make an appointment, to make an appointment at a lower
grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description.
On appointment, all individuals will be asked to sign a self-attestation, confirming that they have not
committed, been convicted of, or prosecuted for, any criminal offence and that they have not been
involved, by act or omission, in the commission of any violation of international human rights law or
international humanitarian law.
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