Field Pharmaceutical Services Officer-Fixed Term Contract- Health Department- Field Office Jerusalem- For Internal and External candidates- Grade

Contract

This is a RLG-H08 contract. This kind of contract is known as Relocation Grant. More about RLG-H08 contracts.

Org. Setting and Reporting The incumbent is responsible to the Deputy Chief, Field Health Programme.

Responsibilities In accordance with established Agency policy and procedures, the incumbent: (A) Directs, plans, supervises, monitors and evaluates the operations of the pharmaceutical services and ordering and distribution of the medical supplies in the Field; (B) Advises his/her supervisor on medical supplies and pharmaceutical matters; is responsible for quantifying, ordering, technically evaluating and distributing medical supplies in coordination with the Division Heads at Health Programme; maintains the Agency's cold chain system and proper storage of medical supplies. (C) Monitors the operation and administration of the dispensaries at all Health Centers according to standard approved checklists and administration including stock reports; (D) Undertakes regular supervisory visits to UNRWA Health Centers in the Field; ensures the implementation of the strategies, technical instructions, guidelines, policies and procedures of the Health Programme; (E) Checks, analyses and evaluates prescribing practices to ensure the efficiency of services provided; provides technical guidance on medical supplies and equipment and pharmaceutical services to relevant health staff in the Field; (F) Assumes primary responsibility for the quality assurance of medical supplies to ensure conformity with the Agency's specifications; arranges for quality control testing as required; (G) Coordinates the medical supplies operation in coordination with the Procurement and Logistics Department and other departments; (H) Plans, organizes, implements, monitors and evaluates the in-service training activities of Pharmaceutical Staff; (I) Conducts health studies relevant to the Agency's medical supplies and pharmaceutical services and activities; (J) Performs such other duties as may be assigned.

Competencies You will be requested to demonstrate the following competencies: (i) Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders; (ii) Excellent communication and negotiation skills, sound judgment and problem-solving skills; (iii) Supervisory skills and ability to develop staff and demonstrated ability to organize and implement training programmes; (iv) Proficiency in UNRWA standard computer applications with specific focus on Health Information System; (v) Knowledge and skills in basic supply and financial procedures; (vi) Knowledge of WHO guidelines on quality assurance of medical supplies in the international commerce.

Education (i) A university degree in pharmacy or other related discipline; (ii) A valid license to practice pharmacy in Palestine.

DESIRABLE OUALIFICATIONS: (A) Advanced degree in Pharmacy or Public Health ; (B) Knowledge of pharmaceutical laws and regulations in the county of duty station; (C) Knowledge of accounting, storekeeping and supply procedures;

Work Experience At least six years experience in pharmacy services, three of which should have been at supervisory level in administration of the medical supply operation.

Languages Excellent command of written and spoken English and Arabic.

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UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified women.

UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities.

* Conditions of service Monthly basic salary USD2,750.10, payable in JD at UN monthly exchange rate, plus an allowance of 1000 NIS payable in JD at UNRWA rate, plus 35% as Special Occupational Allowance (SOA).

Other benefits include: - Provident Fund contribution (15.2% of basic salary paid by the Agency). - Dependency allowances (if applicable). - 30 days of annual leave. - Compulsory medical insurance.

* ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (A) The incumbent is required to travel in the field assigned; (B) Possession of a valid driving license.

** Equivalency: Candidates with an equivalent combination of relevant academic qualifications, professional training and progressive work experience may also be considered if there will not be enough qualified candidates.

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* Important information 1-This vacancy notice is open to internal and external candidates. As an Area post, only candidates who reside in West Bank or Jerusalem at the time of applications are eligible to apply. The Agency does not assume responsibilities nor support the issuance of work permits for those who has no legal documents to live in WB/Jerusalem.

2-Please ensure that the e-mail address and mobile phone number that you have written in your Personal History Form are accurate and active. Your status in relation to the vacancy will be communicated to you via email listed on your Personal History Form, as we will no longer be using telephone calls.

3-It is the responsibility of the candidate to provide full, accurate and up to date information in his/her application form. Any missing and/or misleading data may lead to candidate disqualification.

UNRWA is a United Nations organization whose staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of integrity, neutrality and impartiality. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity, and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. UNRWA staff are expected to uphold these values at all times, both at work and outside. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment.

The Agency reserves the right not to make an appointment, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description.

On appointment, all individuals will be asked to sign a self-attestation, confirming that they have not committed, been convicted of, or prosecuted for, any criminal offence and that they have not been involved, by act or omission, in the commission of any violation of international human rights law or international humanitarian law.

UNRWA, the largest United Nations operation in the Middle East with over 30,000 staff working across five areas of operation, is looking for professionals like you.

UNRWA’s human development goals UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions from UN member states, regional bodies, business foundations and individual contributions. UNRWA has identified four human development goals as the focus of the Agency’s operations in committing to fostering human development of Palestine refugees by helping them to: lead long and healthy lives, acquire knowledge and skills, achieve decent standards of living and enjoy human rights to the fullest possible extent.

How can you make a difference? You will be joining a team of around 4,000 staff in the West Bank Field Office working to foster the human development of some 800,000 registered Palestine refugees.

United Nations Considerations Staff members are subject to the authority of the Commissioner-General of UNRWA and to assignment by him or her.

UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified applicants from under-represented groups.

At UNRWA, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. UNRWA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.

UNRWA Considerations UNRWA staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of efficiency, competence, neutrality, impartiality and integrity. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. Candidates will not be considered for employment with UNRWA if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. The Agency may disqualify applicants who have separated for reason of misconduct, who left a UN Agency while misconduct processes were pending, or who appear on the UN Sanctions List. UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

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