Regional Medical Officer, Bangkok

Description of assignment title

Regional Medical Officer

General

Assignment country

Thailand

Duty stations

Bangkok

Work location

On UN premises

Expected start date

01/01/2027

Duration

12 months
(with possibility of extension)

Sustainable Development Goal

3. Good health and well-being

Host entity

IOM

Modality

Onsite

Type

International

Volunteer category

Expert UCoS from Apr2026

Work schedule

Full-time

Number of Assignments

1

Mission and objectives

Established in 1951, 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.

Context

Under the direct supervision of the Chief Medical Officer, Head of the Occupational Health Unit (OHU), and the overall supervision of the Director, Staff Health and Welfare Division, the Regional Medical Officer operates within IOM’s OHU framework and in alignment with UN medical standards and inter-agency health coordination mechanisms. The assignment supports regional and country offices in safeguarding the health and well-being of staff and eligible dependents through occupational medical services, case management, insurance oversight, and strategic health planning. The Regional Medical Officer collaborates with OHU Headquarters, Human Resources, Regional Directors, Chiefs of Mission, external health providers, other UN medical services, insurance administrators, and inter-agency health networks. The role also contributes to policy development, emergency preparedness, and implementation of health strategies across the region.

Task description

Under the supervision of the Chief Medical Officer, the UN Volunteer will support the delivery of occupational health services across the region. Key responsibilities include:

• Review and assess medical examinations, medical clearances, fitness-for-duty evaluations, long-term sick leave certifications, disability cases, and medical questionnaires for staff and eligible dependents, including deployments to hardship duty stations.
• Provide occupational health and clinical support, including consultations, emergency response/MEDEVACs (medical evacuations), preventive health services, travel health advice, referrals, follow-up care, workplace health risk assessments, and staff well-being initiatives.
• Oversee medical insurance claims and related processes, liaise with insurance providers, support coverage and entitlement reviews, and contribute to the prevention and investigation of fraud and misuse.
• Implement occupational health and safety strategies, including risk assessments, health infrastructure evaluations, emergency medical support, crisis response, and staff preparedness for deployment.
• Conduct medical risk assessments; initiate, monitor, and assess MEDEVACs.
• Advise management and Human Resources on medical matters related to recruitment, travel, sick leave, fitness for duty, and staff health, and contribute to crisis preparedness and business continuity planning.
• Implement health education and awareness programmes, including preventive health campaigns, HIV/AIDS prevention, first aid and CPR training, and ensure the availability of medical supplies and equipment.
• Maintain confidential medical records, prepare reports and analyses on health trends, occupational incidents, exclusions, and sick leave patterns, and contribute to evidence-based health policy and programme development.
• Represent IOM in inter-agency health forums and partnerships, provide technical input to health-related initiatives and donor-funded projects, coordinate responses to regional health emergencies, and perform other related duties as required.

Eligibility criteria

Age

18 - 80

Required experience

7 years

Nationality

Candidate must be a national of a country other than the country of assignment.

Assignment requirements

Relevant experience

7 years

Languages

English, Level: Working knowledge, Required

Required education level

Master's degree in Medicine (e.g. MBBS, MBChB or equivalent medical degree) from an accredited academic institution, together with a postgraduate qualification in a relevant medical specialty, such as Internal Medicine, General/Trauma Surgery, Emergency/Intensive Care Medicine, or Occupational Medicine.

Competencies and values

Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences and encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts consistently with organizational principles, rules, and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: works in a composed, competent, and committed manner and exercises careful judgement in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: shows compassion and helps others feel safe, respected, and fairly treated.

Core competencies

• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner and remains action-oriented and committed to agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge, and innovate.
• Accountability: takes ownership of organizational priorities and responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: contributes to clear and open communication and explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring, and motivational way.

Managerial competencies

• Leadership
• Empowering others
• Building trust
• Strategic thinking and vision
• Humility

Skills and experience

a) Seven years of post-doctorate experience in clinical medicine. Experience in occupational health, travel and tropical medicine, preventive medicine, medical evacuations, mental health, and crisis management are an asset. b) At least three years of managerial/supervision experience with clinical staff (e.g. doctors, nurses, etc.); experience in general office administration. c) Experience in medical insurances and health claim analysis is desirable. d) Knowledge of legal and ethical issues related to occupational health care practice is an asset. e) Experience in liaising with international organizations and hospitals in different countries is an asset. Applicants are required to upload a copy of their valid License to Practice or Certificate of Good Standing in addition to academic credentials.

Area(s) of expertise

Mental health, Public health, immunisation

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Other information

Volunteerism is understood as a wide range of activities undertaken of free will, for the general public good, for which monetary reward is not the principal motivating factor.

Living conditions and remarks

Bangkok is a large metropolitan city with a well-developed range of services and amenities. A variety of accommodation options, healthcare facilities, international schools, public transportation, and commercial services are available. The cost of living varies depending on location, accommodation, and individual circumstances. Bangkok has a tropical climate characterized by generally hot and humid conditions, with a rainy season typically occurring between May and October. Traffic congestion and air pollution may periodically affect daily life. English is commonly used in international and professional settings, although knowledge of Thai can be useful for day-to-day activities. International UN Volunteers are encouraged to familiarize themselves with local laws, customs, and cultural practices. To check the benefits and allowances applicable to the Bangkok use the UVP calculator. Please see the Conditions of Service for UN Volunteers for more information and details.

Inclusivity statement

United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements

Selected candidates for certain occupational groups may be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) in line with the applicable host entity policy

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