Global Outreach Doctors
Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Volunteer GLobal Outreach Doctors
Global Outreach Doctors, Santa Fe, New Mexico, us, 87503
Job Description: Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Volunteer
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Global Outreach Doctors (GoDocs) Location:
Virtual, USA based applicants only Reports To:
Chief Executive Officer About the Organization Global Outreach Doctors is a humanitarian medical nonprofit committed to delivering life-saving healthcare to vulnerable populations worldwide. Through volunteer medical professionals, strategic partnerships, and community-based initiatives, we provide critical medical care in crisis zones, underserved communities, and regions affected by natural disasters, conflict, and displacement. GoDocs believes that the strength of our organization comes from the diversity of our people and perspectives. We are committed to building an inclusive leadership team that reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ professionals, to apply. The 501(c)(3) public charity is supported by 600 volunteers worldwide. Over the past 12 years, GoDocs has completed 50 medical missions in regions including Ukraine, Iraq, the Syria border, Nepal, Mexico, Ethiopia, Lesvos, Bangladesh, Puerto Rico, Kenya, the DRC, Turkey, Poland, Panama, the Philippines, Colombia, Ecuador, Grenada, Jamaica, and the USA Position Summary The Volunteer Chief Medical Officer (CMO) is the senior clinical leader of the organization is based in the USA, responsible for overseeing the medical vision, quality of care, and safety of all clinical operations and programs. The CMO ensures that services are evidence-based, culturally sensitive, and delivered to the highest ethical and professional standards. This role is both strategic and operational, involving remote leadership of the country director and medical teams in the field as well as shaping long-term organizational priorities. Key Responsibilities Medical Leadership & Strategy * Define and implement the organization’s medical vision and strategy in alignment with its mission. * Provide clinical leadership for global operations, ensuring programs are effective, sustainable, and impactful. * Oversee medical policies, protocols, and standards of care to ensure best practices across all programs. Clinical Governance & Quality Assurance * Ensure medical programs meet international humanitarian and public health standards. * Establish systems for monitoring, evaluation, and continuous improvement of healthcare delivery. * Lead risk management and medical ethics oversight. Program Oversight & Deployment * Supervise medical response efforts in emergencies, including conflict zones, natural disasters, and refugee crises. * Support recruitment, training, and deployment of volunteer healthcare professionals. * Ensure medical supply chains, telemedicine, and field operations are safe, efficient, and effective. Collaboration & Representation * Represent the organization in coalitions, conferences, and with international health bodies. * Build and maintain partnerships with NGOs, governments, UN agencies, and academic institutions. Team Development & Mentorship * Lead and mentor a global team of physicians, nurses, paramedics, mental health providers, and allied health professionals. * Foster a culture of collaboration, resilience, and excellence in field operations. * Support volunteer engagement and professional development initiatives. Qualifications * Medical degree (MD, DO, or equivalent) with active board certification in a relevant specialty. * Minimum 10 years of clinical experience, including leadership in humanitarian, global health, or emergency medicine settings. * Proven experience in crisis response (e.g., war zones, disaster relief, epidemic outbreaks). * Strong knowledge of global health systems, humanitarian principles, and international medical protocols. * Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-cultural management skills. Preferred Skills & Attributes * Advanced degree in Public Health, Global Health, or Health Administration (MPH, MSc, MBA, etc.). * Experience with nonprofit management, medical research, or health policy. * Resilient, adaptable, and committed to serving vulnerable populations. Compensation & Benefits * Volunteer position with high regard for the candidate's availability Flexible commitment and limited schedule. * Karmic pay back * Opportunities for professional development and global engagement. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment If you are USA based, passionate about humanitarian medicine and believe you have the skills to thrive in this role―even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement―we encourage you to apply. GoDocs believes that the strength of our organization comes from the diversity of our people and perspectives. We are committed to building an inclusive leadership team that reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ professionals, to apply. Please email your cover letter and CV (in PDF format only) to info@GlobalOutreachDoctors.org More info at: GlobalOutreachDoctors.org
Global Outreach Doctors (GoDocs) Location:
Virtual, USA based applicants only Reports To:
Chief Executive Officer About the Organization Global Outreach Doctors is a humanitarian medical nonprofit committed to delivering life-saving healthcare to vulnerable populations worldwide. Through volunteer medical professionals, strategic partnerships, and community-based initiatives, we provide critical medical care in crisis zones, underserved communities, and regions affected by natural disasters, conflict, and displacement. GoDocs believes that the strength of our organization comes from the diversity of our people and perspectives. We are committed to building an inclusive leadership team that reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ professionals, to apply. The 501(c)(3) public charity is supported by 600 volunteers worldwide. Over the past 12 years, GoDocs has completed 50 medical missions in regions including Ukraine, Iraq, the Syria border, Nepal, Mexico, Ethiopia, Lesvos, Bangladesh, Puerto Rico, Kenya, the DRC, Turkey, Poland, Panama, the Philippines, Colombia, Ecuador, Grenada, Jamaica, and the USA Position Summary The Volunteer Chief Medical Officer (CMO) is the senior clinical leader of the organization is based in the USA, responsible for overseeing the medical vision, quality of care, and safety of all clinical operations and programs. The CMO ensures that services are evidence-based, culturally sensitive, and delivered to the highest ethical and professional standards. This role is both strategic and operational, involving remote leadership of the country director and medical teams in the field as well as shaping long-term organizational priorities. Key Responsibilities Medical Leadership & Strategy * Define and implement the organization’s medical vision and strategy in alignment with its mission. * Provide clinical leadership for global operations, ensuring programs are effective, sustainable, and impactful. * Oversee medical policies, protocols, and standards of care to ensure best practices across all programs. Clinical Governance & Quality Assurance * Ensure medical programs meet international humanitarian and public health standards. * Establish systems for monitoring, evaluation, and continuous improvement of healthcare delivery. * Lead risk management and medical ethics oversight. Program Oversight & Deployment * Supervise medical response efforts in emergencies, including conflict zones, natural disasters, and refugee crises. * Support recruitment, training, and deployment of volunteer healthcare professionals. * Ensure medical supply chains, telemedicine, and field operations are safe, efficient, and effective. Collaboration & Representation * Represent the organization in coalitions, conferences, and with international health bodies. * Build and maintain partnerships with NGOs, governments, UN agencies, and academic institutions. Team Development & Mentorship * Lead and mentor a global team of physicians, nurses, paramedics, mental health providers, and allied health professionals. * Foster a culture of collaboration, resilience, and excellence in field operations. * Support volunteer engagement and professional development initiatives. Qualifications * Medical degree (MD, DO, or equivalent) with active board certification in a relevant specialty. * Minimum 10 years of clinical experience, including leadership in humanitarian, global health, or emergency medicine settings. * Proven experience in crisis response (e.g., war zones, disaster relief, epidemic outbreaks). * Strong knowledge of global health systems, humanitarian principles, and international medical protocols. * Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-cultural management skills. Preferred Skills & Attributes * Advanced degree in Public Health, Global Health, or Health Administration (MPH, MSc, MBA, etc.). * Experience with nonprofit management, medical research, or health policy. * Resilient, adaptable, and committed to serving vulnerable populations. Compensation & Benefits * Volunteer position with high regard for the candidate's availability Flexible commitment and limited schedule. * Karmic pay back * Opportunities for professional development and global engagement. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment If you are USA based, passionate about humanitarian medicine and believe you have the skills to thrive in this role―even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement―we encourage you to apply. GoDocs believes that the strength of our organization comes from the diversity of our people and perspectives. We are committed to building an inclusive leadership team that reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ professionals, to apply. Please email your cover letter and CV (in PDF format only) to info@GlobalOutreachDoctors.org More info at: GlobalOutreachDoctors.org