Open Vacancies at Mercy Corps (Lesvos, Athens)

International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs.

Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide. By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergency situations, International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance.

The organization in Greece seeks for:

1. Reporting and M&E Specialist (Lesvos).

Skills & Requirements:
- Minimum B/A in related field, including public relations, and international affairs or commensurate field experience.
- Two-four years of international development experience in the field.
- Demonstrated knowledge of program monitoring and evaluation systems and methodologies.
- Familiarity with US, EU and private foundations grant management experience preferred, with special attention to reporting requirements.
- Previous work with traditional/conservative cultures, in remote environments, and in the context of high levels of security and humanitarian need essential.
- Demonstrated effectiveness communicating program objectives to a wide audience required; ability to represent Mercy Corps to international donors, government officials, local groups and community members is essential.
- Fluency in English required; knowledge of Arabic, Farsi or Urdu preferred.
- Willingness to travel and respect the local culture.

Closing date: 07 Feb 2016.

This role is funded through March 31st, 2016 with a possible extension. Immediate applications required.

2. Medical Coordinator (Athens).

Skills & Requirements:
- Degree in clinical medicine or nursing with a minimum of 2 years patient care experience
- Over five years of professional experience in emergencies or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in project management
- Familiarity with relevant stakeholders, especially international organizations (EU, UN)
- Good understanding of financial management and strategic planning
- Understanding and ability to work in unstable and multi-cultural environment (cultural sensitivity)
- Full computer literacy and adequate administrative skills
- Fluency in written and spoken English
- Knowledge of Arabic an advantage.

Closing date: 08 Jan 2016.

“M&E and Reporting Specialist”

“Medical Coordinator”