Project Context and Scope
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Guinea supports the Ministry of Health and Public Hygiene through the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) to strengthen the delivery of vaccination services for mobile and hardโtoโreach populations. Initially implemented from July 2023 to June 2024 with Gavi CDS3 funding, the project was extended until December 2024, and subsequently expanded from May 2025 to May 2026 to ensure continuity of activities and to integrate enhanced technical and operational support.
This extension phase aims to support EPI efforts in 12 priority points of entry and 10 highโmobility areas located in the border health districts of Lola, Yomou, Forรฉcariah, Mandiana, Macenta, Siguiri, NโZรฉrรฉkorรฉ, and Koundara. These areas were selected due to their strategic importance for vaccinating mobile populations, based on criteria related to mobility intensity, the presence of priority points of entry, and crossโborder dynamics.
The project complements national efforts to integrate COVIDโ19 vaccination into routine EPI services and contributes to improving immunization coverage in areas characterized by a high risk of disease transmission and limited access to health services.
Interventions primarily target migrants, international travelers, frontline workers, host communities, as well as zeroโdose and underโvaccinated children. By strengthening coordination and the delivery of vaccination services at points of entry and in highโmobility areas, the project contributes to reducing inequities in access to immunization and supports national public health objectives, particularly in terms of equity, prevention of vaccineโpreventable diseases, and strengthening health system resilience.
Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributingย Public Health โ Project MP0632 : Strengthening the delivery of vaccination services for mobile and hardโtoโreach populations along the mobility continuum. Tasks to be performed under this contractUnder the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission a.i (CoM a.i) in Guinea and direct supervision of the National Public Health Coordinator and, in collaboration with relevant units at the country office, the project Assistant will be responsible for the implementation of public health activities in his/her duty station.
Assist in the implementation and monitoring of health project activities, particularly those related to the International Health Regulations (IHR) and public health capacities at points of entry.
Support the collection, verification, entry, and compilation of data, and prepare basic summaries, visibility materials, and other information products as required.
Provide administrative and logistical support for workplan preparation, budgeting exercises, procurement requests, and routine financial follow-up, including verifying availability of funds and updating simple budget information as instructed.
Assist with administrative coordination of project implementation by liaising with the Ministry of Health, PEV, ANSS, DNELM, Prefectoral Health Directorate, partner agencies, government counterparts, and internal units to follow up on documentation, clearances, and operational actions.
Draft and format correspondence, minutes, briefing notes, presentations, statistical tables, and other documentation related to health project activities.
ย Support logistics for meetings, field missions, workshops, training sessions, and coordination events, ensuring all administrative requirements are met.
Respond to general information requests, maintain accurate project files, records, and databases, and information management systems regularly .
Provide administrative support during public health emergency response activities, including data collection, logistics, documentation, and liaison with field actors.
ย Compile background information as assigned and support administrative requirements related to the proposal development process.
Support and participate to field missions and monitoring activities, including logistical arrangements, documentation, and data gathering.
ย Support information exchange between public health projects and other IOM programme units.
Perform any other related duties as may be assigned.ย ย Performance indicators for the evaluation of results
Work plan approved for project closure, including schedule and key milestones;Assessment of activities implemented carried out and documented (priority entry points and areas of high mobility);Data consolidated and analyzed to feed into the final report;Monthly report on the implementation of consulting activities approved by IOM and in line with donor requirements;Documentation of lessons learned and recommendations for the sustainability of interventions available;Visibility materials produced (briefings, presentations, photos, success stories) to promote the project's results;Active participation in coordination meetings and validation of deliverables by stakeholders.ย EducationSchool diploma with four years of relevant experience in public health, health programmes, community development, or related fields; orย
Bachelorโs degree in public health, Medicine, Social or Development Sciences, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience.Experience
Experience in liaising with governmental public health authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations;
Good knowledge of the Guinean health system and experience interacting with governmental or institutional counterparts.
Practical experience in data entry, basic data management, and use of computer applications (e.g., MS Office, information systems).
Experience working with international organizations, NGOs, or government institutions in a multicultural environment, and familiarity with vulnerable or mobile populations is an advantage.
Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.ย Skills
In depth knowledge of Public health activities such as immunization.ย
Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.Languages
For all applicants, fluency in French, and English is required (oral and written) andย Nationalย
Language is an advantage). For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
Knowledge of English and one of Guinea's local languages would be an asset.IOMโs official languages are English, French and Spanish.Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.ย Travel required
During the contract period, staff may be asked to carry out assignments within or outside their assigned area, depending on the specific demands of the project.Required Competenciesย IOMโs competency framework can be found atย this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.ย Valuesย - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values: Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.Core Competenciesย โ behavioural indicators Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organizationโs priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.Notes Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website:ย IOM Careers and Job Vacancies