Technical Officer (multiple positions multiple duty stations in Somalia)
Job Description
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device’s system settings. This requisition is for multiple TA positions OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME
To eradicate polio from Somalia through high routine immunization coverage, high quality supplementary immunization activities (SIA), and a highly sensitive Acute Flaccid Paralysis(AFP) surveillance system.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
The incumbent will perform the following duties: Provide technical support to the State government through the Somalia Emergency Action Plan and relevant GPEI/government coordination mechanisms. Update the surveillance guidelines of Vaccine preventable diseases surveillance (VPD), training modules and other materials and assist in development of monitoring and evaluation tools. Guide and support the States in the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of Supplemental Immunization Activities (SIAs) in the field and prepare the necessary reports, and monitor follow up tasks, responsibilities and activities. Devise mechanisms of strengthening SIAs quality and ensure robust Campaign Assessments and Surveys are in place. Help establish a culture of transparency, open and frank communication about any program performance gaps with WHO personnel and partners. Support the provincial teams in planning, coordinating and organizing technical and management trainings of divisional, and district-level teams in immunization and Vaccine preventable diseases surveillance (VPD).7. Provide technical input on implementation of EPI, including planning for strengthening of immunization services, implementing plans for using the polio eradication infrastructure to support broader immunization goals, and strengthening surveillance of vaccine-preventable diseases based on the experience of surveillance for acute flaccid paralysis and poliovirus. Support training and capacity building of staff, other personnel affiliated with WHO, GPEIpartners, and health workers on polio eradication, EPI and other priority public health initiatives. Conduct outbreak investigations ofvaccine-preventable diseases and implement appropriate public healthinterventions.10. Review VPD surveillance data to identify potential outbreaks and support timelyresponse measures.Responsible forimplementation of Direct Disbursement Mechanism at the assigned areaFacilitate thecreation of programme reports and follow up reports for special activitieswithin the programme, particularly on poliomyelitis eradication.
Skills and Qualifications
Education
Essential: University degree in Medicine or Bachelor of Nursing\Public Health.
Desirable: Postgraduate degree or training in PublicHealth/Epidemiology/Public Health Administration/ Organization of health services or control of Communicable Diseases.
Experience
Essential: At least 2 years relevant experience in the development andimplementation ofvaccine preventable disease surveillance systems atnational/sub-national level with particular expertise in polio andimmunization.
Desirable: Experience working in difficult environments or managing large healthProgrammes e.g.immunization, and health emergencies Knowledgeor understanding of WHO mandateand goals of immunization orexperience in similar positions in the UN or NGOs. Experience incomplex emergencies.
Skills
Sound technical knowledge on epidemiology andsurveillance of vaccine preventable diseases; prevention and control measures; preparednessand response.Ability to establish harmonious workingrelations with national counterparts and international colleagues.Broad knowledge and abilityto administer large public health programs, especially Polio and EPI programs.Ability to work well underpressure and in conflict affected areas.Proven ability to takeinitiatives and make recommendations.Demonstrated writing and communicationskills.
WHO Competencies
Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Ensuring the effective use of resources
Producing results
WHO global Competencies model at http://www.who.int/employment/WHO_competencies_EN.pdf?ua=1
Use of Language Skills
Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Expert knowledge of Local Language.
Desirable:
REMUNERATION
Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 47,967 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.
Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply on-line. For assessment of your application, please ensure that your profile on Stellis is updated; all experience records are entered with elaboration on tasks performed at the time. Kindly note that CV/PHFs inserted via LinkedIn are not accessible.
How to apply
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level
Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.
In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.
According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.
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WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.
The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.
Please note that WHO’s contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at shws@who.int.
This is a National Professional Officer position. Therefore, only applications from nationals of the country where the duty station is located will be accepted. Applicants who are not nationals of this country will not be considered.
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