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Staff Health Officer

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Place of work
17/F NEX Tower, 6786 Ayala Avenue, Makati City 1229, Philippines
Contract
3 months
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The Staff Health Officer (SHO1) is primarily responsible for the implementation and administration of the ICRC staff health program in the Manila area, supporting the health and well-being of all resident and mobile staff.

Under the supervision and guidance of the Staff Health Officer 2, SHO1 contributes to the delivery of services across seven domains of the staff health strategy:

  1. Staff Health Policy,
  2. Health Promotion and Prevention,
  3. Health Care and Medical Emergencies,
  4. Stress Management and Crisis Response,
  5. Health Insurance,
  6. Medical Information Management, and
  7. 7. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Feedback 

Responsibilities

  • Implement and monitor medical fitness evaluations (recruitment, annual exams, and driver tests) for Manila-based staff
  • Deliver context-specific health briefings, malaria kit distribution, and MHPSS orientation for all new staff
  • Coordinate and arrange first aid training and refreshers for staff, in liaison with MSSC and SHO2
  • Analyze and validate medical leaves of Manila-based staff, and contribute to absenteeism monitoring in coordination with HR
  • Ensure 24/7 access to emergency medical care, either directly or through designated partner facilities
  • Respond to emergencies and coordinate with appropriate units for MEDEVAC, repatriation, and follow-up care
  • Offer psychological first aid and peer support in response to critical incidents
  • Contribute to staff health components of crisis preparedness and response plans
  • Conduct regular site visits to ensure harmonized service delivery and quality control
  • Administer medical reimbursement (MR) processes for Manila and unconnected staff
  • Maintain updated records of ICRC staff and dependents linked to partner health facilities 

Required profile

  • Must be a medical doctor or a licensed nurse
  • Computer proficiency
  • Three years' clinical experience.
  • Experience in mental health and stress management.
  • Experience in medical evacuation and transportation.
  • Knowledge of tropical health and public health.
  • ICRC experience an asset.
  • Must be willing to work onsite in Makati City
  • Must be willing to work on a fixed-term contract (three months) 

What we offer

  • Rewarding work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment
  • A two-week orientation course and other opportunities for further in-house training
  • Attractive social benefits
  • Join an ICRC talent pool and be considered for future assignments elsewhere 

How to apply

If this sounds like a good fit for you, kindly apply through the “Apply now” button and attach a copy of your updated and comprehensive resume along with your motivation letter.   

Work location: Manila (MAN), 17F NEX Tower, Ayala Avenue, Makati 
Contract duration:  3 months
Deadline of Application: 31 August 2026  

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. This vacancy is open for Philippine residents only.

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The Staff Health Officer is primarily responsible for the implementation and administration of the ICRC staff health program in the Manila area, supporting the health and well-being of all resident and mobile staff.  

Apply now