The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian organization dedicated to restoring health, safety, education, and economic wellbeing to people affected by conflict and disaster
Job Summary
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian organization dedicated to restoring health, safety, education, and economic wellbeing to people affected by conflict and disaster.
The Médico role involves providing daily medical care to vulnerable populations with emphasis on primary health, sexual and reproductive health, and nutrition, while ensuring compliance with clinical protocols and programmatic goals.
The position requires frequent travel and mobility within intervention territories, leadership in community mobilization strategies, and collaboration with local partners to ensure timely and effective humanitarian health responses.
Matching Summary
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian organization dedicated to restoring health, safety, education, and economic wellbeing to people affected by conflict and disaster.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Community health promotion and disease prevention
Management of moderate and severe malnutrition
Primary health care delivery
Sexual and reproductive health services
Medical attention in conflict-affected areas
Use of electronic medical records
Coordination with local health authorities
Nice-to-have
Teamwork and community engagement
Effective verbal and written communication
Empathy and high tolerance for adversity
Adherence to professional and ethical standards
Ability to work in mobile and rural settings
Experience with vulnerable populations
Capacity to lead community mobilization
Key Requirements
Professional medical degree with valid license and Rethus registration
Minimum two years experience in community health promotion
Minimum two years experience with pregnant and lactating women
Knowledge of Colombian legal framework for voluntary pregnancy termination