Coordinator (Strategic Health Policy & Planning)

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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.

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The salary for this job should be between 138,183 USD and 178,159 USD.

Salary for a P-4 contract in Malabo

The international rate of 90,970 USD, with an additional 51.9% (post adjustment) at this the location, applies. Please note that depending on the location, a higher post adjustment might still result in a lower purchasing power.

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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

One of the main objectives of the WHO Framework for Action on Health Systems Strengthening is to promote a common understanding of what a health system is and what health systems strengthening is. It also provides a basis for assisting countries in building their health systems and services, including by addressing bottlenecks in a concerted and coordinated manner, driven by the desire for health outcomes, in order to produce sustainable one-stop across the system. For this process to be as effective as possible, it must be country-led themselves, according to the priorities defined in the overall national health plans.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

1) Provide technical advice and support for the development and implementation of sound health policies, programmes and plans.2) Advise and collaborate in the development, implementation and evaluation of technical cooperation programmes in the areas of governance, health policies and systems, organization and management of health services in support of universal health coverage.3) Support high-level awareness-raising for increased investment and multisectoral action for health. 4) Support the establishment of standards for the design, organisation, programming and functioning of health systems on the basis of primary health care, universal health coverage, integrated health networks and pharmaceutical services, including hospitals, integrated management of reproductive health, mother, newborn and child, public health infrastructure and services.5) Provide technical assistance to Member States in the design of a package of essential health services, taking into account social and cultural factors for rational use of services and easy access to them.6) Ensure continuity of care in emergency situations, in particular for people with chronic conditions, pregnant women, children under five, people with disabilities, among others, and take measures to strengthen referral channels.7) Contribute to the identification and fight against health inequalities and the inclusion of vulnerable groups, in order to ensure equitable access to quality health services.8) Contribute to the development, planning and training of human resources in the field of health with a view to increasing the efficiency, effectiveness and quality of the workforce, organizing, carrying out or facilitating capacity-building activities.9) Coordinate the planning and implementation of technical activities related to the quality of care and infrastructure of health services (nursing, pharmacy, laboratories, medicines, vaccines, medical diagnostics and therapeutic devices, health information systems including statistics and vital medical records) and priority programmes according to the needs of the affected populations.10) Disseminate up-to-date knowledge and results in different areas of specialization ;p odie advice on the introduction and transfer of experiences and technologies through capacity-building processes.11) Contribute to the establishment and consolidation of the health information system to facilitate decision-making; provide information on the health situation and the effective and efficient management of health services.12) Collaborate with internal team members, national authorities, international cooperation bodies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organisations and other relevant stakeholders to build partnerships and networks that promote access to quality primary care services for affected populations.13) Leads and mentors the health systems team, ensuring that activities are carried out in a very professional and timely manner, as required.(14) To perform such other duties as may be assigned by his/her supervisor.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: Advanced university degree (Master's degree or higher) in public health, health systems or services administration, health administration or a related field, from a credible and recognized institution. Desirable: Formation postuniversity in Policy Analysis

Experience

Essential: Have at least seven (7) years of relevant progressive experience in a national or international organization in areas related to the development, planning and management of health policies, the recovery and development of health systems, the delivery of health services in emergency situations, the extension of health services to populations and in underserved areas, and the development of strategies to overcome barriers to access to these services, including essential medicines. Desirable: Have pre-measurable field experience in the humanitarian field, gained by working with WHO, other UN agencies, health sector partners, recognized humanitarian organizations or an international non-governmental organization specializing in disaster or health emergency response.

Skills

1. Strong knowledge of public administration reforms. 2. Proven ability to develop policies, plan and monitor and evaluate health systems.3. Proven ability to provide sound methodological and technical advice and guidance to multiple stakeholders and partners on health and public administration reform. 4. Demonstrated ability to innovate, integrate, synthesize and communicate verbally and by writing complex concepts and ideas. 5. Ability to monitor and communicate progress in processes and results achieved.

WHO Competencies

Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Creating an empowering and motivating environment Ensuring the effective use of resources Creating an empowering and motivating environment

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of French. Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of English. Intermediate knowledge of Spanish. The above language requirements are not interchangeable.

REMUNERATION

WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 74,913 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 2965 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.

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 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.

  • Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.

  • Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.

  • For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.

  • WHO is committed to workforce diversity.

  • WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.

  • WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.

  • WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

  • WHO has a mobility policy which can be found at the following link: http://www.who.int/employment/en/. Candidates appointed to an international post with WHO are subject to mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world.

  • Applications from women and from nationals of non and underrepresented Member States are particularly encouraged.

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