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UNDP - United Nations Development ProgrammeSenior Nurse
The United Nations Development Programme operates across approximately 170 countries and territories to fight poverty, cut down inequalities, and build resilience. As part of this global…
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The United Nations Development Programme operates across approximately 170 countries and territories to fight poverty, cut down inequalities, and build resilience. As part of this global network, the organisation in Harare is hiring a Senior Nurse (Nurse NSPA 7) to support the health and wellbeing of UN staff members and their eligible dependents. This position focuses on delivering nursing care, addressing medical emergencies, promoting health initiatives, and assisting the UN…
Job Description
The United Nations Development Programme operates across approximately 170 countries and territories to fight poverty, cut down inequalities, and build resilience. As part of this global network, the organisation in Harare is hiring a Senior Nurse (Nurse NSPA 7) to support the health and wellbeing of UN staff members and their eligible dependents. This position focuses on delivering nursing care, addressing medical emergencies, promoting health initiatives, and assisting the UN Physician. Personnel at the agency are expected to operate across multidisciplinary teams and units to foster collaboration.
This opportunity is well-suited for a dedicated nursing professional with an extensive background in emergency and critical care. The selected candidate will handle general patient communication, assist both the UN Physician and UN Counsellor, treat minor ailments, administer prescriptions, and manage medical referrals. Additional duties involve maintaining clinic order and security, organizing health promotion programs, preparing medical reports, and overseeing administrative tasks like petty cash management.
The role requires working closely with clinic staff, common services, and operations teams to guarantee efficient emergency medical care and nursing services. Candidates must possess fluency in English as well as Shona or Ndebele to facilitate patient translation and communication. The organisation adopts a flexible portfolio approach to meet changing business demands, expecting personnel to contribute across various functions.
Responsibilities
- Receive and assist patients for treatment by the UN Physician and UN Counsellor
- Manage clinic emergency cases and treat minor ailments through nurse consultation
- Dispense doctor prescriptions, administer injections, and provide immunizations
- Collect laboratory samples, deliver them to the scientist, and track results
- Maintain a clean clinic environment, secure medical equipment, and keep confidential patient files
- Plan and conduct health promotion programs and outreach activities for UN agencies
- Produce medical reports and mid-year or end-of-year clinic reports
- Escort patients for specialized treatments at local hospitals and coordinate medical evacuations to South Africa
Requirements
- State Registered Nurse Diploma with at least 7 years of experience in critical emergency care and administration, or a Degree in Nursing with at least 4 years of experience
- Further qualification in Anesthesia, ICU, Midwifery, or Theater training
- Critical Care and Trauma Certificate
- Certificate in Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Fluency in English and either Shona or Ndebele
Qualifications
- Experience in capacity development on health matters at an international level
- Ability to produce internationally acceptable reports
- Experience working in a multicultural environment with knowledge of another UN language
- Proficiency in computers and office software packages such as MS Word and Excel
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Where is this job located?
This position is based in Harare, Zimbabwe.
What education and certifications are required?
Applicants must hold a State Registered Nurse Diploma with seven years of experience, or a Nursing Degree with four years of experience. Additional required credentials include specialized training in Anesthesia, ICU, Midwifery, or Theater, plus a Critical Care and Trauma Certificate and an Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certificate.
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