2026 - Emergency Medicine Specialist

Purpose of the Position The Emergency Medicine Specialist ensures timely and appropriate care for patients presenting with medical, surgical and trauma-related emergencies in resource-limited and often challenging environments. The role combines direct clinical care, clinical leadership and capacity building, with a strong focus on improving the quality of emergency care and strengthening local emergency care systems. As the clinical lead for the Emergency Department (ED), the Emergency Medicine Specialist supervises and mentors healthcare staff, supports the development of emergency care practices and ensures preparedness for mass casualty incidents, working in close collaboration with hospital teams, local health authorities and other relevant stakeholders. Main Duties & Responsibilities Lead the daily clinical operations of the Emergency Department (ED) and ensure the delivery of high-quality emergency care. Provide hands-on clinical care, including triage, resuscitation, trauma management and coordination of patient referrals and follow-up. Supervise, mentor and support physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals working in the ED. Develop and deliver training in emergency medicine, trauma care, Basic Emergency Care (BEC), infection prevention and control, and mass casualty management. Contribute to the development and implementation of SOPs, treatment guidelines, clinical pathways and quality indicators. Lead ED preparedness and response to mass casualty incidents, including contingency planning, staff training and simulation exercises. Monitor emergency care activities, analyse medical data and contribute to reporting and continuous quality improvement. Collaborate with hospital management, local health authorities and other stakeholders to strengthen emergency care systems and promote the safety of patients and healthcare staff. Relationships Internally: Works closely with Emergency Department physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals, hospital clinical departments and management, and maintains regular contact with the Chief Emergency Medicine Specialist at ICRC headquarters. Externally: Liaises with local health authorities, hospital counterparts and other relevant stakeholders involved in strengthening emergency care systems.