Physiotherapist

What we doThe International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide protection and humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and, at the same time, promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation in order to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations.PurposeThe Physiotherapist contributes to implementation of physical rehabilitation related activities in accordance with the defined strategy. The job holder is a member of the inter disciplinary rehabilitation team which ensures user-centred care within an ICRC supported structure as well as in outreach activities during emergency and non-emergency situations.This is a national/resident position based in Mogadishu, Somalia.Accountabilities & Functional ResponsibilitiesPromotes best practice in coordination with the physical rehabilitation service providers and is actively involved in service delivery to complex casesCollaborates and liaises with all members of the partners rehabilitation team to ensure a multi-disciplinary team approachWorks together with the rehabilitation technical coordinators of the implementing partners to ensure a comprehensive multi-disciplinary approach to rehabilitation servicesWorks closely with the clinical staff of the implementing partners in the provision of rehabilitation services (P&O services, physiotherapy and wheelchair services including special seating and club foot treatments)Provides support for on-boarding training to newly graduated clinical and non-clinical staff such as physiotherapy assistants and rehabilitation therapistsUndertakes regular visits to the 3 physical rehabilitation centres in Mogadishu, Galkayo and Hargeisa to follow up and monitor progress on established initiativesParticipates in field visits to areas outside the regular scope of ICRC (PRP) supported rehabilitation centres including Kismayo, Baidoa and BardereCollaborates with Health Field Officers and other members of the health team in the process relating to the continuum of care between hospitals and Primary Health Care (PHC) CentresDevelops and maintains strong working relations with the other ICRC operational departments (Protection, Cooperation, Water & Habitat and Economic Security) and Somali Red Crescent Society as well as other stakeholdersPlans and undertakes prison visits at the request of Health in Detention and Protection departmentsSupports in the collection and analysis of monthly data received from the Physical Rehabilitation CentresContributes to the monthly activity reports submitted to the PRP Manager and the Head of Sub Delegation covering the area of responsibility Certifications / Education requiredBachelor`s Degree in physiotherapy or public health or equivalent qualifications in a related field of studyProfessional Experience Required4 years' work experience and up-to-date knowledgeTeaching experience and skills are strong assetsExperience in ICRC PRP administrative processes including ICRC’s computerized patient system is an added advantageDesired profile and skillsExperience with INGOs, the International Red Cross and Red Crescent MovementTeam leadership skills and ability to work independentlyExcellent command of written and spoken Somali and English Excellent planning and reporting skillsComputer proficiency especially in MS office suiteFlexibility and willingness to travel extensively in SomaliaExcellent knowledge of political, economic, social and cultural environment of this regionLanguageEnglishSomaliWhat we offerChallenging job opportunity within a dynamic work environment in an international humanitarian organizationTraining and development opportunitiesCompetitive salary with benefits, based on the ICRC Compensation and Benefits frameworkOur ValuesAt the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this page.Additional informationThis is a national/resident position based in MogadishuClosing date 24th November 2025