Education: Doctor of Physiotherapy

Job Family: Medical
Category & Level: Consultants, CON
Duty Station: Addis Ababa
Department/Office: Economic Commission for Africa
Date Posted: Dec 9, 2025
Deadline: Dec 16, 2025

Purpose of Service: The individual contractor (IC) will provide safe, effective, and patient-centered physiotherapy care to UN staff and eligible beneficiaries, promoting physical health, rehabilitation, and functional recovery. The IC will ensure improved patient outcomes, multidisciplinary collaboration, and adherence to the highest standards of medical ethics, confidentiality, and quality assurance.

Work Location: ECA, UNHCC, Addis Ababa
Expected Duration: 9 months

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough physical assessments, diagnoses, and develop individualized physiotherapy treatment plans tailored to patient needs
• Deliver therapeutic interventions, including manual therapy, exercise prescription, and modalities for pain management and rehabilitation
• Educate patients on self-management strategies, injury prevention, and importance of ongoing physical activity
• Prepare and maintain accurate, comprehensive physiotherapy reports and documentation for referring clinicians
• Consult with medical staff regarding physiotherapy findings and recommend further investigations or referrals when appropriate
• Ensure proper operation, maintenance, and safety of all physiotherapy equipment and adhere to infection control protocols
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and contribute to overall patient management plans
• Comply with established protocols, guidelines, and policies of the UN Health Care Center

Qualifications / Special Skills:

• Doctor of Physiotherapy
• Minimum 7 years of experience in physiotherapy
• Experience with electronic medical record systems is an advantage
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and common internet applications

Languages:

• Fluency in oral and written English required
• Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage

Additional Information:

• No Fee: THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Application: Apply before Dec 16, 2025

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