International Organization for Migration (IOM) Recruitment 2026 for Medical Assistant

International Organization for Migration

International Organization for Migration (IOM) Recruitment 2026 – International Organization for Migration (IOM) is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Medical Assistant

Job ID: 21054
Location: Abuja
Initial Contract Duration: 3 months
Contract type: Special Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)
Grade: G-4

Job Responsibilities

He/she may be assigned to one of two potential subunits within the Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC): the reception and data processing unit or the call centre. The incumbent will need to be capable of flexibility when assigned different tasks. Below is a description of the possible tasks, which are more detailed in the duty lists and standard operating procedures (SOPS).
The Medical Assistant provides information, relevant to Health Assessment Programs, Applicant processing and other IOM services to the migrants.

Call Centre Overall Duties:

Prepare master lists of migrants scheduled for health assessment processing and submit them to respective service providers / relevant persons as required.
Contribute to customer satisfaction evaluation management.
Maintain daily statistics related to health assessments and update the records; and,
Provide migrants’ information regarding health assessments by phone and email.
Register the migrants in the IOM database, schedule and confirm medical appointments and receive and communicate messages for medical staff and beneficiaries.

Reception And Data Entry Overall Duties:

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Transmit completed medical forms, DNA packages and other medical documents either by electronic means or by courier services to the various partners.
Ensure correct contacts and physical address are used whenever documents are transmitted by courier services and ensure to inform the receiving party of the parcel tracking number electronically.
taking photos using approved gadget (camera or webcam) and loading the image to the appropriate platform; and, printing of medical forms, consent forms and other necessary documents.
File incoming/outgoing letters, reports, memoranda, emails faxes as well as IOM documents and forms related to IOM medical issues.
Receive all completed medical examination forms, x-rays and other documents from Country Offices or Panel Physicians while updating the reception of the same in the database and forward for quality check before clearance, if applicable.
Check, print and make photocopy of bank deposit slips (or other proof of payment). Regularly submit these photocopies to the Administrative/Finance Assistant; and,
Perform all the necessary data processing activities of the Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC), such as: receiving and explaining the registration process to applicants. checking applicant’s identity. entering biodata of the applicants in the appropriate platform.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Prepare, sort and package medical files and other documents during mobile migration health assessment missions where such mobile units are available.

Job Requirements

Education:

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University Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology/Management, Statistics, Social Sciences, Business Administration, or related field with at least two years of relevant working experience

Certificate in IT/Data entry is an advantage.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
Secondary School Diploma with at least four years of relevant working experience.

Experience:

Knowledge of medical terminology, as well as previous secretarial and archival experience, an added advantage; and,
Previous working experience with NGOs or international organizations is an added advantage.
Experience in computer data entry, elaboration and data analysis or in a call centre in a busy institution, preferably a medical one.
Customer orientation and ability to adapt/respond to different types of personalities.
Knowledge of medical terminology, as well as previous secretarial and archival experience, an added advantage
Previous working experience with NGOs or international organizations is an added advantage
Excellent communication (writing, verbal and listening) and presentation skills
Certification/Experience in IT/computer, data entry, elaboration and analysis or in a call centre in a busy institution, preferably a medical one is an advantage;
Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively
High computer literacy in Windows and MS Office is mandatory, knowledge of web page design or data analysis would be an asset;

Skills:

Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and SharePoint
Delivers on set objectives in strict deadlines.
Works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country office or regional objective.
Typing speed of at least 60 words per minute.
Willing to accept a flexible work schedule.
Attentive to details and accuracy in handling and reporting data.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to work with minimum supervision.