About Economic Commission for Africa

Economic Commission for Africais part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Job Summary

This consultancy provides an opportunity to contribute specialized expertise to Economic Commission for Africa’s mission in international cooperation and sustainable development. Working in Ethiopia, you will apply your professional skills to address complex challenges in international cooperation and sustainable development and support the organization’s programmatic objectives. This role offers the flexibility of consultancy work while contributing to meaningful international development outcomes with global impact.

Key Details

• Job Title:Dentist
• Grade:CON
• Location:Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
• Department:Economic Commission for Africa
• Contract Type:Consultancy
• Salary Range:$50,000.0 – $120,000.0 USD annually

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: A first-level university degree that qualifies the holder for registration as a licensed dentist.
• Academic Qualifications: The candidate must hold current, unrestricted registration with the medical licensing authority of a United Nations Member State.
• Academic Qualifications: Seven years of progressively responsible clinical experience in one of the relevant fields of medicine is required. previous work experience in international organization in clinical experience is desirable..
• Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• Language: For the job advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required.
• Language: Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage..
• Prepare and maintain accurate, comprehensive dental records and documentation for referring clinicians as required.

Skills

• Perform thorough dental examinations, diagnoses, and develop individualized treatment plans tailored to patient needs.
• Provide a full range of dental procedures, including preventive care, restorative treatments, extractions, and emergency dental interventions.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, disease prevention, and the importance of regular dental check-ups.
• Consult with medical staff regarding dental findings and recommend further investigations or specialist referrals when appropriate.
• Ensure the proper operation, maintenance, and safety of all dental equipment and adhere to infection control protocols.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and contribute to the overall patient management plans.
• Adhere to established protocols, guidelines, and policies of the UN Health Care Center.
• Conduct comprehensive dental assessments and routine oral health screenings for UN staff and eligible beneficiaries.
• Deliver preventive and restorative dental treatments, including but not limited to, fillings, extractions, and scaling/polishing procedures.
• Provide tailored oral health education and counseling to promote disease prevention and encourage regular dental check-ups.
• Maintain accurate and confidential dental records, ensuring timely documentation for both clinical and administrative purposes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary medical teams to coordinate integrated patient management and refer cases requiring specialist intervention.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply