Peace Corps/Lesotho is seeking qualified applicants for a vacant position of:
Back Up Peace corps Medical Officer (Back Up PCMO), Reference Number 24-005-PSC
Qualifications and Requirements
- Graduate of accredited medical school. MDs must be a graduate of a school listed in the Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research at the following link https://search.wdoms.org/
- Current valid license to practice in Lesotho.
- Relevant clinical experience in primary care after medical school.
- Proficiency in the assessment and management of acute and ongoing illnesses.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English orally and in writing.
- Experience in managing mental health issues including patience counseling.
- Experience in training design and presentation of health-related materials.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and other applications.
- Program management and administrative experience.
- Ability to work effectively as part of an intercultural team.
- Willing to travel within Lesotho.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to obtain a U.S. visa for travel to the U.S. and security clearance.
- Must be able to legally work in Lesotho. Peace Corps will not process work permits.
The Back Up PCMO position is a part-time position requiring a minimum working schedule of 10 hours per month. Interested applicants should review the complete statement of work and application requirements for the position at https://www.peacecorps.gov/lesotho/contracts
Closing Date: Complete applications must be received by 12:30 pm on Friday, March 8th 2024.