About the Organization
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is a leading intergovernmental organization that works worldwide to promote humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all.
In Ethiopia, IOM operates in some of the most challenging and vulnerable settings, providing life-saving services to displaced populations, migrants, returnees, and host communities.
IOM’s Health, Nutrition, and Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) programs play a vital role in strengthening community resilience and restoring access to essential health services.
The organization partners closely with government institutions, local communities, and international stakeholders to improve health systems and expand access to care in remote and crisis-affected areas.
By joining IOM, you become part of a mission-driven team that values diversity, integrity, compassion, and professionalism.
This role offers meaningful opportunities for learning, career growth, and direct impact on communities in need.
Women and individuals from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Job Description
The Project Associate (Nurse) will support IOM’s Mobile Health and Nutrition Teams in Moyale, Oromia Region, delivering quality primary health care services in emergency and post-crisis settings.
The role contributes directly to saving lives, reducing disease, and strengthening health systems in displacement-affected communities.
Under the supervision of the Program Officer – Health, Senior Project Associate – Migration Health, and the Head of Sub-Office in Moyale, the nurse will provide front-line clinical care.
Key responsibilities include conducting medical consultations for early diagnosis and treatment.
The nurse will identify patients requiring higher-level care and facilitate referrals to secondary or tertiary health facilities.
Accurate medical records will be maintained, including weekly disease surveillance and morbidity reports using sex- and age-disaggregated data.
The role includes supporting maternal and child health services, including antenatal and postnatal care and vaccination campaigns.
Community health education sessions will be delivered to raise awareness of priority health issues.
The nurse will collaborate with health extension workers and participate in skills-sharing for health systems strengthening.
Weekly inventory of medicines and medical supplies will be conducted, with timely reporting of shortages.
The role also ensures proper medical waste management and strict confidentiality of patient information.
Educational Qualification
A Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited university is required.
Applicants must hold a valid professional nursing practicing certificate.
Work Experience
At least three years of professional experience in nursing or primary health care is required.
Experience in resource-limited or emergency settings is an advantage.
Prior work with migrants, refugees, IDPs, or vulnerable populations is highly desirable.
Knowledge of national and international clinical protocols and DHMIS is an asset.
Required Skills and Competencies
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to work effectively with government counterparts and partner organizations.
Leadership, coordination, and problem-solving abilities.
High ethical standards, empathy, adaptability, and professionalism.
Fluency in English is required; knowledge of Amharic or other UN languages is an advantage.
Job Location
Moyale, Oromia Region, Ethiopia.
Employment Type and Salary
Special Short-Term Graded Contract (up to 9 months).
Grade: G-5.
Salary and benefits are based on IOM’s local salary scale.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must apply through the official IOM online recruitment system.
Only fully completed online applications will be considered.
Scanned certificates or attachments should not be included.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
This position is subject to funding confirmation and local recruitment regulations.
This role offers hands-on experience, professional development, and the opportunity to make a real difference in people’s lives.