Medical Coordinator - prepositioning of the EOD response and subject to funding

Who are we?

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a leading protection agency pursuing our mandate to protect and promote durable solutions to displacement-affected populations based on humanitarian principles. Our response in the occupied Palestinian territory is centred on empowering conflict affected communities to meet their basic needs and promoting safety and dignity by addressing protection risks. Operating from two hubs in Deir al Balah and Gaza City, and with a coordination office in Ramallah and a representation office in East Jerusalem, the DRC maintains an active presence with over 30 national and international staff and four civil society partners. DRC now aims to grow our operation into a Country Office, as part of the Middle East Hub, which also comprises Türkiye, Yemen, Syria, Iraq, Lebanon and Jordan.

About the job

The Medical Coordinator oversees all medical aspects of DRC-HDP mine action operations in Gaza and the oPt, ensuring that paramedics and other medical staff are properly trained, equipped and qualified to support safe clearance activities in line with DRC Medical SOPs and national regulations. The role maintains and updates medical procedures and reporting systems, leads CASEVAC exercises and field oversight visits, monitors staff health and sickness trends, and advises the Operations Manager and HDP Manager on medical risks, incidents and continuous improvement of medical support to operations.

Responsibilities:

• To provide oversight of all medical issues.
• Responsible for the medical training, daily operational planning and implementation.
• The MC shall ensure that the teams Paramedic is adequately equipped and trained as by DRC HDP SOP Medical Support in Mine Action.
• Ensure that the Paramedics are able to carry out their duties in a professional manner.
• MC shall ensure that all medical staff is qualified to carry out their duties in support of clearance operations within the definition of qualified personnel.
• Maintain reporting mechanisms and produce proper records and reports on all aspects of medical activities according to the requirements of the DRC HDP SOP Medical Support in Mine Action.
• To conduct regular casualty evacuation (CASEVAC) exercises together with the TA and TFM.
• To provide direction and supervision to DRC HDP personnel with regards to health issues.
• To carry out regular observation visits to the DRC HDP medical teams deployed in support of clearances activities.
• Ensure that the medical DRC HDP SOP Medical Support in Mine Action is always updated and is in accordance with the NMAA.
• Support the OM if investigating accidents/incidents and compile relevant reports.
• To ensure that the DRC HDP sickness data base is updated and the administration staff are updated on a daily basis of staff sickness.
• Will monitor that staff sickness and inform the OM and HDP Manager of irregularities.
• To provide the mine action team Paramedics with up to date information on current medical techniques and procedures.

Experience and technical competencies:

• 5 years’ experience as medical doctor in surgery (mandatory).
• 3 years working appearance with HMA and other NGOs as paramedics in the field (mandatory).

Education:

• Graduated as a medical doctor.

Languages:

• English – fluency
• Knowledge of Arabic is advantageous.

Key stakeholders:

• Paramedics
• Area Office HDP team

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:

Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.

Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.

Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.

Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.

Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

We offer

International position- Fixed Term contract for one year (possible to extend upon funds).

Band: F1 non-management

Work location: Gaza

Start date: expected March 2026 (prepositioning of the EOD response and subject to funding)

Application process

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Closing date for applications: 31/01/2026

For more information about the Danish Refugee Council, please visit our website drc.ngo.

Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and positive work environment based on mutual respect for all employees. All applicants are considered for employment regardless of personal characteristics or attributes.