Health Manager - Short-term

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

Background/IRC Summary: 

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s most severe humanitarian crises, working to restore health, safety, education, economic stability, and dignity to individuals and communities devastated by conflict and disaster. Established in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC operates in more than 40 countries and 26 U.S. cities, helping people survive, regain control of their futures, and rebuild stronger communities.

Thailand hosts one of the world’s most protracted refugee situations, with over 90,000 verified refugees living in nine camps along the Thai Myanmar border. Recent policy developments regarding legal work opportunities for refugees present important avenues for advancing sustainable solutions and fostering social cohesion. However, these opportunities require ongoing advocacy, technical expertise, and coordinated action. At the same time, continued delivery of essential services within the camps remains critical to preparing and supporting refugees during this critical transition.

The IRC plays a leading role in providing assistance in the camps and works in close coordination with the Royal Thai Government to support the implementation of legal work policies affecting Myanmar refugees. Having operated in Thailand since 1975, the IRC continues to aid displaced populations along the Thai Myanmar border, including those residing in the nine refugee camps.

Job Overview/Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Health Coordinator, the Health Manager is responsible for the day-to-day implementation of the project hand’s activities. This includes to prepare launching of Cervical Cancer screening, provision of treatment and capacity building activities across the camps. 

Major Responsibilities: 

• Conduct camp-level needs assessments for cervical cancer screening area setup requirements such as examination rooms with privacy separators, examination tables, waiting area, decontamination station and supplies

• Communicate with Project Hands team related to camp screening activities and technical support

• Manage supplies for cervical cancer screening activities such as vaginal speculums, acetic acid (5%), thermoablator tips, chlorine/bleach solutions, vinyl gloves, masks, IEC materials, and documents such as result forms

• Organize and facilitate awareness raising education sessions on cervical cancer prevention, VIA screening, and early treatment and to encourage for participation in cervical cancer screening activities in the Thai Myanmar Border camps

• Distribute IEC materials related to cervical cancer screening activities in health education sessions

• Support women in understanding the screening process, managing concerns, and securing consent during screening activities in the camps.

• Conduct capacity building of camp-based healthcare staffs and volunteers related to Visual Inspection with Acetic Acid (VIA) screening technique, preparation of supplies, infection control, and patient counselling.

• Ensure VIA screen-and-treat protocol is followed during cervical cancer screening activities; acetic acid application, result classification (negative/positive/suspicious), same-day thermoablation for eligible cases, and timely referral for ineligible or suspicious cases.

• Track and follow up with VIA-positive women to ensure they attend cryotherapy or referral appointments.

• Complete daily client list accurately during field screening activities.

• Supporting Women Health Development among a target population

• H/she will be the focal of PH project and will assist IRC’s operation team to conduct camp level PH’s campaigns

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Key Working Relationships:

Position Reports to: Senior Health Coordinator

Position directly supervises: None

Indirect supervise: Camp-based RCH staff

Other Internal and/or external contacts:

Internal: Country Director, Deputy Director of Programs, Mae Sot Field Coordinator, Senior Health Coordinator, Health Coordinator, M&E Team, IRC Headquarters health technical advisor(s), IRC health staff in all Thailand sites, Bangkok-based program unit, IRC Women’s Protection and Empowerment program team in all Thailand sites; IRC protection team in all Thailand sites; sub-grants compliance unit; finance unit; Operations/Logistics/Supply Chain unit.

External: Local community-based partner organizations, CCSDPT Health Sub-Committee, Thai public health authorities, non-governmental organizations, World Health Organization (WHO), Centers for Disease Control (CSC), International Organization for Migration (IOM), United Nations agencies engaged with IRC programs.

Job Requirements:

Education:

MD or MBBS; Post Graduate Diploma on Family Medicine/Pediatric/ Obstetrics and Gynecology

Work Experience:

Minimum five (5) years working experience, of which at least two years in clinical care, family planning services, and training of health staff, preferably in a primary care setting. Previous work experience in reproductive health in a refugee setting or in developing country is a plus.

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

• Strong clinical skills with up-to-date medical knowledge

• Experience working in partnership with local and community-based partners in health services delivery.

• Good budget management skills.

• Experience in managing and mentoring multicultural staff and ability to manage sizeable multicultural team delivering assistance involving a wide array of program stakeholders.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.

• Strong writing and analytical skills, including ability to communicate technical matters to a range of audiences.

• Competent in Windows, MS office programs, email, and relevant health database (HMIS, DHIS etc.).

• Professional demeanors.

• Experience in implementation of communicable disease outbreaks investigations and response.

Language Skills:

• Fluency in English. Proficiency in Burmese, Thai, Karen is an advantage.

Working Environment: The position will be based in the IRC office in Mae Sot, with frequent and regular travel to other refugee camps, and the Thailand-Myanmar border area.   

Standard of Professional Conduct: The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability and Equality. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding (including PSEAH, Adult Safeguarding and Child Safeguarding), Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION:                    29 May 2026

PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS

All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.

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