Norwegian People's Aid

Medic (internal announcement)

Location
IQ
Job type
Full-time
Sector
عام
Posted
20 October 2026

About the role

Job purpose: The Mine Action Medic (IMAS : Intermediate Care Provider ) is mainly responsible for providing immediate lifesaving medical care, casualty stabilization, and evacuation coordination for personnel involved in mine action operations. The Medic ensures medical preparedness of assigned tasks through emergency planning, medical risk management, equipment readiness, staff health support, and implementation of casualty evacuation procedures in accordance with NMAS, and organizational SOPs. The role serves as the primary medical focal point on task sites, supporting safe and effective operational delivery through professional pre-hospital medical care and emergency response capabilities. Responsibilities: Ensure that the Medical related tools, equipment and medicaments are present, clean, not expired and in working condition at all times. Adhere to all NPA policies, regulations and procedures Adhere to the SOP at all times Perform duties regardless of patient’s race, religion, sex, age, nationality, disability, social or economic status Make and log communication with base. Respect patient confidentiality and rights Maintain patient safety Facilitate for the hygiene for the team · Maintain the first aid kit, ensure that the required items are in place, stored properly, sterile, are not expired, and replenish any damaged or expired items. Plan and execute regular CASEVAC exercised in cooperation with the Technical Field Manager or Site Supervisor Document and record all actions and duties when required Follow the instructions of the team leader Report all safety concerns to the Team Leader or other superior If cross employed as deminer/medic, perform as deminer inside dedicated area or lane. Report any damage or missing medical equipment to the Team Leader Any Other tasks given by the Team Leader or other superior related to core NPA Iraq mandate. Required qualifications: Education: Must have Paramedic or nurse education Desirable: Basic Demining Course/BAC Course Paramedic training Successfully pass relevant training courses Successfully pass operational accreditation Driving License Experience: Must have: 1 year experience as medic Desirable: Experience as paramedic, emergency room nurse or similar Experience as medic in mine action Other qualifications Verbal proficiency in Arabic Good interpersonal skills Good communication and understanding skills Able to work effectively under stressful situations, & adapt to, difficult conditions Willingness & ability to travel within the country Personal Competencies: Nil Additional Considerations: The Medic is to abide by the policies and personal code of conduct set by Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) and represent the organisation in a loyal and responsible manner. About the Recruitment Process We work continuously for more diversity and inclusion throughout Norwegian People's Aid. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Please note, that only applications submitted through our career site will

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