Advisor, Malaria Prevention, Control and Elimination

Contract

This is a P-4 contract. This kind of contract is known as Professional and Director staff. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 7 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 144,460 USD and 186,252 USD.

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OBJECTIVE OF THE OFFICE/DEPARTMENT

This requisition is for employment at the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)/Regional Office of the World Health Organization (WHO)

The Communicable Diseases and Environmental Determinants of Health Department (CDE) promotes, coordinates, and implements technical cooperation activities directed toward the surveillance, prevention, control, elimination and/or reduction of communicable diseases, zoonosis and environmental threats to health that are technically sound and appropriate for the political and sociocultural context in which they are implemented. It strives to achieve a sustainable impact on health by providing normative guidance, furthering the implementation of evidence-based interventions, fostering alliances that strengthen country capacity, improving the effectiveness of inter-country collaboration, and facilitating policy and decision-making processes.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Under the direct supervision of the Advisor, Health Surveillance, Disease Prevention and Control and the general supervision of the PAHO/WHO Representative, the incumbent is responsible for, but not necessarily limited to, the following assigned duties:

1. Provide technical, strategic advice and programmatic direction to national health authorities to strengthen the country’s malaria program with the aim of focusing on achievable and sustainable interventions towards elimination of local malaria transmission;
2. Coordinate the planning, organization, execution, monitoring and evaluation of the actions of the Global Fund’s project on malaria in Venezuela;
3. Advocate for and provide technical support for the Global Fund malaria project by streamlining efforts for the development and strengthening of country capacity in order to achieve the goals on malaria as established in the National Strategic Plan;
4. Coordinate the execution of malaria activities with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), officials of the Ministry of Health, non-governmental organizations, community-based organizations and civil organizations;
5. Organize and supervise the training activities carried out by PAHO in the Global Fund project, including training on case management, community agents, severe malaria, microscopy and malaria data management;
6. Coordinate with the MOH and UNDP on efforts to expand the malaria diagnosis and treatment network (permanent posts and mobile community agents);
7. Coordinate with the MOH and UNDP on the actions to organize and strengthen the operation of the malaria operational teams in the municipalities prioritized in the Project;
8. Support together with the MOH and UNDP the planning, organization and coordination of the distribution of Long-Lasting Impregnated Nets (LLIN);
9. Provide technical support to the MOH and UNDP in the organization and operation of the drug supply chain and rapid tests distribution in the prioritized municipalities;
10. Coordinate the actions by PAHO to support the strengthening of the epidemiological surveillance system for malaria;
11. Coordinate with the UNDP and the MOH the actions carried out by PAHO to support the information processes related to the indicators of the project performance framework;
12. Promote and provide technical cooperation in planning and implementation of operational research in malaria;
13. Promote activities to sensitize countries to mobilize political support for the PAHO/WHO Malaria Program and foster commitment of key actors in engaging in joint activities in areas of common epidemiological interest;
14. Promote alliances and operational associations among institutions from different sectors of the society, at different government levels (national, regional and local);
15. Supervise staff, establish clear work objectives, conduct timely and effective performance appraisals, provide coaching and feedback, and support staff development opportunities, when required;
16. Perform other related duties, as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education****:

Essential: A university degree in a health-related profession and a master’s degree in epidemiology, public health, tropical medicine or in any other field related to the functions of the post, from a recognized institution.

Desirable: Advanced training in epidemiology, entomology or and/or training in malaria control would be an asset.

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/. PAHO will also use the databases of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation http://www.chea.org/search/default.asp and College Navigator, found on the website of the National Centre for Educational Statistics, https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator to support the validation process.

Experience****:

Essential: Nine years of combined national and international experience working in public health and surveillance and control of vector borne diseases, including program management, monitoring and implementation of projects, supervision, training and/or research.

Desirable: Proven managerial experience in the operational aspects of prevention, control and elimination of malaria would be an asset.

SKILLS****:

PAHO Competencies:

• Overall attitude at work: Maintains integrity and takes a clear ethical approach and stance; demonstrates commitment to the Organization’s mandate and promotes the values of the Organization in daily work and behavior; is accountable for work carried out in line with own role and responsibilities; is respectful towards, and trusted by, colleagues and counterparts.
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences: Relate well to diversity in others and capitalize on such diversity - Relates well to diversity in others and capitalizes on such diversity. Treats all people with dignity and respect. Relates well to people with different cultures, gender, orientations, backgrounds and/or positions; examines own behavior to avoid stereotypical responses; considers issues from the perspective of others and values their diversity.
• Teamwork: Collaborate and cooperate with others - Works collaboratively with team members and counterparts to achieve and build rapport; helps others when asked; accepts joint responsibility for the team’s successes and shortcomings.
• Communication: Share knowledge - Shares relevant information openly and ensures that the shared information is understood; considers knowledge sharing as a constructive working method and demonstrates awareness of the Organization.
• Creating an empowering and motivating environment: Provide direction - Manages individual and group projects and ensures that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clearly defined, understood and accepted; delegates work appropriately to achieve best results.
• Producing Results: Work efficiently and independently/Deliver quality results - Monitors own and others’ work in a systematic and effective way, ensuring required resources and outputs. Aligns projects with Organization’s mission and objectives. Consistently solves own and team’s problems effectively as needed. Proactively engages in projects and initiatives, accepting demanding goals, in line with Organizational Strategies and Program of Work. Demonstrates accountability for work of team and sets an example, while explicitly articulating lessons learnt for own and team’s benefit.
• Ensuring effective use of resources: Strategize and set clear objectives/Monitor progress and use resources well - Sets specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and timely objectives for own team and/or the Organization; systematically analyses and anticipates priority projects for own team and allocates necessary resources to achieve them; identifies the cross-Organizational resources needed for large- scale projects in line with key Organizational objectives. Anticipates foreseeable changes and adapts own and team’s projects in the face of unforeseen circumstances and/ or challenges; creates measures and criteria to monitor progress of overall projects against key Organizational objectives; creates cost-effective solutions for the Organization.
• Building and promoting partnerships across the Organization and beyond: Develop networks and partnerships and encourage collaboration - Builds and negotiates strategic partnerships and alliances with a wide range of key stakeholders to ensure Organizational results and success. Creates innovative opportunities for promoting synergies inside and outside the Organization to improve Organizational success.

Technical Expertise:

• Theoretical knowledge and practical expertise at the highest level in all aspects related to prevention and control of communicable diseases with emphasis on malaria; technical competence in the area of malaria control programs, including the implementation of projects.
• Knowledge and skills in project planning, management and evaluation, including resource mobilization and grant management.
• Theoretical and practical expertise at the highest level in all aspects related to malaria, as well as a through knowledge of epidemiology and prevention and control methods.
• Knowledge of health service policies and administration in the framework of local health system development and primary health care.
• Strong interpersonal skills, diplomacy and tact to effectively communicate with senior level officials, multiple stakeholders and professionals from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds.
• Strong professional oral and writing skills, including the development of reports, oral presentations, and technical/persuasive documents for consideration at the highest levels of the Organization.

Languages:

Very good knowledge of Spanish or English with a working knowledge of the other language. Knowledge of Portuguese or French would be an asset.

IT Skills:

Demonstrated ability to effectively use a computer and utilize software programs such as Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Other IT skills and knowledge of other software programs such as Visio, Microsoft SharePoint and Project would be an asset.

REMUNERATION

Monthly Salary****: (Net of taxes)

US$6,300.17 (Salary non-negotiable)

Post Adjustment****:

US$3,931.30- This amount is to be considered as indicative since variations may occur each month either upwards or downwards due to currency exchange rate fluctuations or inflation.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This vacancy notice may be used to identify candidates to fill other similar short-term professional positions, at the same grade level.
• Candidates will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration. A written test and/or interview will be held for this position as a form of screening.
• The post description is the official documentation for organization purposes.
• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to PAHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and e-Manual.
• For information on PAHO please visit: http://www.paho.org
• PAHO/WHO is committed to workforce diversity.
• PAHO is an ethical organization that maintains high standards of integrity and accountability. People joining PAHO are required to maintain these standards both in their professional work and personal activities.
• PAHO also promotes a work environment that is free from harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and other types of abusive behavior. PAHO conducts background checks and will not hire anyone who has a substantiated history of abusive conduct.
• PAHO personnel interact frequently with people in the communities we serve. To protect these people, PAHO has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. People who commit serious wrongdoing will be terminated and may also face criminal prosecution.
• PAHO/WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
• Applications from women and from nationals of non and underrepresented Member States are encouraged.
• All applicants are required to complete an on-line profile to be considered for this post.