Job Description

NORCAP’s mission is to improve aid to protect and empower people affected by crises and climate change. With expertise in the humanitarian, development and peacebuilding sectors, we collaborate with local, national and international partners on finding solutions that meet the needs of people at risk.

We do this by:

• Supporting humanitarian, development and peacebuilding initiatives that protect and empower people
• Improving impact at the global and local level through joint projects with partners and stakeholders
• Providing expertise and developing capacity that enable partners to meet the needs of people in fragile situations and crises
• Strengthening the global system that we are part of through support for leadership, coordination and policy development
• Building bridges between the humanitarian, development and peacebuilding sectors

NORCAP is looking to recruit a Chief Medical Officer for the OSCE.
The Chief Medical Officer serves as the Organization’s leading medical authority, holding responsibility for designing, implementing and monitoring medical and occupational health policies and procedures across the OSCE.

The chief medical officer ensures appropriate medical risk management, supports staff wellbeing, advises management and oversees OSCE-wide medical personnel. The incumbent acts independently while engaging with colleagues across departments, institutions and missions.

This position is open to Norwegian citizens only.

The incumbent serves as the Organization’s chief medical authority and principal adviser to the Secretary General and senior management on all medical, occupational health and related duty-of-care matters across the OSCE.

Core Tasks:

• Develop and oversee OSCE-wide medical and occupational health policies and procedures, ensuring consistent standards across all offices and missions.
• Manage medical risk and ensure organizational duty‑of‑care compliance, including advising senior management on health‑related decisions.
• Support staff well‑being through medical guidance, assessments, and preventative health measures across the organization.
• Lead and supervise OSCE medical personnel within the Occupational Safety and Health Unit, providing expert direction and oversight.
• Make authoritative medical decisions affecting staff health status, organizational risk, and emergency response measures.
• Collaborate with departments, institutions, field operations, and external medical providers to ensure coordinated health management

To excel in this role, candidates should possess the following qualifications and skills:

• A university degree in Medicine (MD) and licence to practice specialization in occupational medicine, emergency medicine or healthcare management is highly desirable
• Minimum of ten years of progressively responsible medical experience, preferably including international occupational health settings
• Experience in development of health policies or procedures, strategic planning or emergency medical co-ordination
• Strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills integrity, discretion and cultural sensitivity
• Familiarity with international civil service settings and inter-agency co-ordination is desirable
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Knowledge of other OSCE working languages (e.g. Russian or German) is desirable
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and medical IT systems knowledge of electronic health data management systems is desirable.

What we offer:

• In recognition of your expertise and contributions, we provide the following benefits and opportunities:
• Rewarding work for a renowned global organisation
• Access to a network of humanitarian, peace, and development professionals
• A dedicated Staff Care Unit
• Eligible for consideration for NORCAP membership and future assignments, subject to a successful performance review.

Our Values & Commitment (NRC / NORCAP)

NORCAP is part of the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC).

All NRC employees are expected to act in accordance with the organisation’s values.
Being dedicated, innovative, inclusive, and accountable are behaviours and beliefs that guide how we work and how we build relationships. We are committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, empowered, supported, and a genuine sense of belonging.

NORCAP values diversity, equity, and inclusion and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our ability to respond effectively to the needs of people affected by crisis.

NRC has a zero‑tolerance stance toward any form of exploitation or abuse, including sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH), and we do not tolerate inaction when concerns arise.

All offers are subject to reference and background checks conducted in line with our safeguarding standards, and NORCAP reserves the right to conduct a full background check on shortlisted candidates.

How to Apply

Based on what you have read so far, do you think you could be a good fit? If so, please follow these steps and apply!

When submitting your application, kindly register in English your full employment history and education. Please include your full name as written in your passport. Uploaded CVs alone will not be reviewed.

NORCAP reserves the right to conduct a full background check on shortlisted candidates.
An approved Health Certificate will be required prior to contract commencement and assignment.
Feedback will be given to all applicants within four weeks after the closing of this advertisement.

Apply before 12th April 2026, 11.55PM CET

We look forward to receiving your application!