Physiotherapist - Kharkiv - 872728

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral, and independent organization whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance. The ICRC is mandated to work in countries affected by armed conflict or other situations of violence. The ICRC is present in over 100 countries and has 18,000 staff worldwide. In 2014, the ICRC expanded its presence in Ukraine. Over 900 team members work across the county in various professional fields.

About the job 

The ICRC Health Department (Physical Rehabilitation Unit) seeks a competent Physiotherapist to join our team in Kharkiv. This role is responsible for implementing physiotherapy related activities in accordance with the defined strategy. The Physiotherapist will be a full member of the interdisciplinary surgical/medical or rehabilitation team which ensures patient-centered care within an ICRC-run or supported structure as well as in outreach activities during emergency and non-emergency situations. 

Start date: March 2025

Your Tasks and Responsibilities

• Provide physiotherapy services within an interdisciplinary physical rehabilitation team
• Contribute to implementing ICRC physiotherapy standards and international evidence-based standards in his/her geographic area or field of responsibility
• Promote best practices in coordination with medical/surgical or physical rehabilitation team
• Ensure the continuum of care by referring individuals in need of further rehabilitation
• Participate in organizing Physical Rehabilitation Program related workshops, conferences, or other activities
• Support with interpretation during physical rehabilitation services or outreach activities
• Answer inquiries from patients, service users, community agencies about physiotherapy and physical rehabilitation

What we offer you

• A great team to work with and an organization where you have an impact
• Employment contract according to Ukrainian labor law with flexible working arrangements 
• Competitive salary between UAH 51,000 and 74,000 (gross) before taxation
• Medical insurance for you and your depending family members
• Comprehensive onboarding and learning opportunities
• 20 days of annual paid leave
• Convenient office location in the city center

The ICRC is an equal-opportunity employer that prioritizes staff safety and security. We are committed to diversity and inclusion within our workforce and encourage qualified female and male candidates of all backgrounds, including candidates with disabilities, to apply for the position. We also value our employees' professional growth and offer a supportive and inclusive work environment.

For more information, visit the website http://www.icrc.org/.

 

About you

To be successful as Physiotherapist in the Health Department (Physical Rehabilitation Unit), you should possess the following qualifications and experiences and have the following characteristics:  

• Ukrainian citizenship or permanent residence permit in Ukraine
• A Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy (or equivalent qualification, with a minimum of three years of university study) and a valid license to practice in Ukraine
• An advanced degree or certification in a relevant field (e.g., Public Health, Acute Care, Rehabilitation Techniques) is highly desirable
• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of postgraduate experience in physiotherapy, with up-to-date knowledge of current practices and trends in the field
• Previous experience in teaching or training is considered an asset
• Familiarity with or experience in working with international non-governmental organizations (INGOs) or the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement is highly advantageous
• Professional fluency (written and oral) in English and Ukrainian
• Computer literacy
• Self-motivated with a strong commitment to teamwork and humanitarian principles
• Flexible, enthusiastic, and willing to learn
• Ability to work independently, as well as effectively under supervision
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to work within a diverse team and establish and maintain good working relations in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural, and multi-disciplinary environment

Interested? Yes? THEN APPLY!

Please submit your English CV, along with your motivation letter and salary expectations, to the attention of the ICRC People and Culture Team. Please label your CV with your first and last names (First Name LAST NAME). In addition, please complete the compulsory ICRC questionnaire. The questionnaire is available through the following link: https://forms.office.com/e/APw3dvQMHJ. (Click on the link or copy the link into your internet browser.)

Your application will be considered only once you have completed the ICRC questionnaire and uploaded your English CV.

Application deadline:  13 February 2025

Only candidates meeting the abovementioned criteria will be contacted to move forward in the recruitment process. 

The ICRC reserves the right to re-issue the vacancy, cancel the recruitment process, offer a position at a lower grade, with an adjusted job description or different duration, or recruit a candidate who matches the required profile before the deadline.