Nurse (part time 50%)

OVERVIEW Position Number: 1ITSC 1040TP Grade: G-5 Parent Sector: Natural Sciences Sector (SC) Duty Station: Trieste Job Family: Natural Sciences Contract Type: Fixed Term Duration of contract: 2 years, renewable Recruitment open to: Internal and external candidates Application deadline (Midnight Paris Time): 23/07/2026 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, ProfessionalismINSTRUCTIONS For G posts at HQs/ Field/Institutes ⭢ Only candidates who are entitled to work in the EU may apply to this position. ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT Founded in 1964 by the late Nobel Laureate Abdus Salam and located in Trieste (Italy), the Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) seeks to accomplish its mandate by providing scientists from developing countries with the continuing education and skills that they need to enjoy long and productive careers. ICTP has been a major force in stemming the scientific brain drain from the developing world. For more than 50 years, ICTP has been a driving force behind global efforts to advance scientific expertise in the developing world.OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST Under the immediate supervision of Head of Unit/Senior Human Resources Officer of ICTP and in collaboration with the Chief of Medical Service of the Occupational Health Service within the Bureau of Human Resources Management at UNESCO Headquarters (Chief, HRM/SST) as well as the Doctor(s)/Medical Consultant(s) contracted by ICTP, the incumbent will provide first-line medical and health care support to approximately 160 ICTP staff and 200-250 consultants, research fellows and visitors, and approximately 40 staff of the Academy of Sciences for Developing World (TWAS). KEY ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES Essential responsibilities include: Provide first aid care to all visitors and staff present at ICTP Miramare Campus, assess their needs and provide advice related to specific medical situation, or on preventive care in general. Provide advice to the best of own knowledge on disease management. When necessary, direct persons to the ICTP Medical consultant or where applicable to other physician(s). Follow up on hospitalized patients as required. Offer guidance on administration of prescribed medication and on self-care. Provide emotional support to patients and their family members. When necessary suggest a consultation on diet planning. Help with information on home care. Organise entry medical examinations for new staff prior to recruitment. Arrange periodic medical examinations for the categories at risk at the work place in line with the procedures established by Chief Medical Officer at UNESCO/HQ. Make appointments for staff at laboratory facilities as required. Assist with conducting routine and/or special initiatives (such as disease awareness, health promotion and vaccination campaigns) as determined by ICTP and/or the UNESCO Medical Services. Liaise with Chief, HRM/SST on confidential medical issues of individual staff members concerning individual staff members, related to sick leave approval, disability, etc. Maintain a list of medical specialists, laboratories, blood banks, ambulance services, pharmacies, and health care facilities. Inform clients and arrange appointments as necessary. Liaise with local health and civil protection authorities on matters requiring their involvement, such as infectious diseases requiring mandatory reporting, while maintaining appropriate confidentiality and considering ICTP/TWAS’ status as part of an international organization. COMPETENCIES - Core (C) & Managerial (M) Communication (C) Accountability (C) Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Professionalism (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) Short Description For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION Secondary, technical or vocational school as a nurse with registration with the