Insecticide Treated Nets (ITN) Senior Specialist (Retainer)

Contract

This is a IICA-3 contract. This kind of contract is known as International Individual Contractor Agreements. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's an external contract. It usually requires 7 years of experience, depending on education. More about IICA-3 contracts.

Background Information - Job-specific

The RBM Partnership to End Malaria

The RBM Partnership is a global health initiative created to implement coordinated action against malaria. It mobilizes for action and resources and forges consensus among partners. RBM works mainly through Partner Committees (PCs) which formalize, consolidate and amplify the Partnership priorities of advocacy, resource mobilization, and country/regional support. Each Partner Committee is supported by a Partner Committee Manager employed by the RBM Management Team.

The Country/Regional Support Partner Committee (CRSPC) provides a platform to engage the RBM Partnership community in coordinating support to countries and regions as they execute their malaria control and elimination implementation programmes. Support is tailored to suit the requirements and existing capacity in each country and region.

The Insecticide Treated Nets (ITN) Senior Specialist shall work for the RBM Country/Regional Support Partner Committee (CRSPC) to provide technical support to national malaria programmes in optimizing the quality and effectiveness of country and regional programming of malaria including developing plans, conducting reviews, providing ongoing support in programme implementation, addressing bottlenecks, resource mobilisation and advocacy.

Functional Responsibilities

Strategy, planning and implementation technical assistance

• Lead the definition of the campaign strategy: roles and responsibilities of campaign partners; quantification of human resources and materials required; allocation of ITNs to households and household identification; methods for ITN distribution; etc.; identify specific issues related to multi-product campaigns and security in the macro planning

• Lead of ITNs the development of the plan of action, timeline of activities and macro budget for mass distribution

• Lead the definition of the campaign strategy, including microplanning approach, allocation of ITNs to households and household identification, methods for ITN distribution and digitalized components

• Lead the development of the plan of action (based on the defined strategy), timeline of activities and macro budget for mass distribution of ITNs including: roles and responsibilities of campaign partners; quantification of human resources and materials required; identification of specific issues related to multi-product and digitalized campaigns; adjustments and modifications for the security context
• Lead discussions related to digitalization of campaign processes with a focus on improving effectiveness, efficiency and overall campaign outcomes
• Lead the development or modification of tools for campaign implementation, including training guides, data collection forms, training simulation exercises, standard operating procedures, supervision and monitoring checklists, etc.
• Lead the development of the risk assessment and mitigation strategy related to strategic and operational aspects of the campaign
• Identify and propose feasible solutions for human resource needs and operational gaps
• Lead and develop strategies to ensure 100% of targeted households are reached, including mapping and registration team planning, independent monitoring of household registration and/or ITN distribution and in or end process evaluations
• Lead the development of the templates and materials (agendas, guides for filling and cleaning the microplans, etc.) required for microplanning for operational planning and budgeting, including supporting national malaria programmes to identify digital options for microplanning
• Lead independent process evaluations of campaign implementation to provide external feedback to national malaria programmes and partners
• Lead post-campaign review meetings, including development of tools for collection of information from decentralized levels, to provide final inputs to national malaria programmes and partners for reporting

Logistics and in-country supply chain management technical assistance

• Lead the definition of the logistics and supply chain management strategy: warehousing, transport and security of ITNs and overall supply chain management
• Lead the development of the logistics plan of action, timeline and budget, as well as supporting documents: roles and responsibilities of campaign partners, quantification of macro storage and transport requirements, human resources, and methods for ITN distribution, waste management and reverse logistics; identify specific issues related to digitalization, multi-product campaigns and security in the macroplanning
• Lead the development of the risk assessment and mitigation strategy related to logistics aspects of the campaign
• Lead discussions related to digitalization of logistics processes with a focus on improving effectiveness, efficiency and overall supply chain management outcomes
• Lead the development or modification of logistics tools for campaign implementation, such as training guides, logistics tracking tools, training simulation exercises, standard operating procedures, supervision and monitoring checklists, etc.
• Identify and propose feasible solutions for human resource needs and operational gaps in the area of logistics planning at all levels for adequate reinforcement
• Lead and develop strategies to ensure optimal ITN accountability, including standard operating procedures for warehouse and transport management, planning and tools for spot checks and ITN reconciliation for each stage of the campaign and each level of the supply chain
• Lead the development of the templates and materials (agendas, guides for filling and cleaning the microplans, etc.) required for logistics microplanning, including supporting national malaria programmes to identify digital options for microplanning
• Lead development of feasible waste management plans and budget aligned to the infrastructure/context of the country
• Lead the development of the commodity management assessment protocol and training materials, as well as templates and plans for analysis of data collected and final reporting
• Lead independent process evaluations of campaign implementation to provide external feedback to national malaria programmes and partners
• Lead post-campaign review meetings, including development of tools for collection of information from decentralized levels, to provide final inputs to national malaria programmes and partners for reporting

Social and behaviour change (SBC) technical assistance

• Lead the development of the comprehensive SBC plan of action (which includes advocacy, social mobilization and social and behaviour change communication (SBCC) activities), timeline, and budget for pre-distribution, distribution and post-distribution phases; set SBC objectives with clear and measurable indicators that can be considered during monitoring and evaluation, identify specific issues related to multi-product campaigns, digitalization and security in the macroplanning
• Lead the development of the SBC strategy/ies, for advocacy, social mobilisation and SBCC activities that considers and utilises appropriate communication approaches for target groups with different communication requirements, and the use of tools and materials for specific audiences at different administrative levels
• Lead the development of key messages for advocacy, social mobilisation and SBCC activities for all phases of the campaign, including household registration, ITN distribution, and promoting the acceptable use, care, maintenance and/or disposal of expired nets, as well as the disposal of net packaging
• Lead the development of SBC tools and materials for all SBC activities that are defined in the SBC plan of action
• Lead the development of SBC modules in training manuals and of teaching and learning tools for training of supervisors, monitors, and implementers at regional and local levels
• Lead the development of the templates and materials (agendas, guides for filling and cleaning the microplans, etc.) required for SBC microplanning, including supporting national malaria programmes to identify digital options for microplanning
• Lead the development of the rumour management plan aligned to the context and risks in the areas targeted for the ITN distribution
• Lead the development of the risk assessment and mitigation strategy related to SBC aspects of the campaign

• Lead discussions related to digitalization of SBC processes with a focus on improving effectiveness, efficiency and overall SBC outcomes

• Identify gaps in SBC planning or resources for high quality execution of the campaign for follow up

• Lead post-campaign review meetings, including development of tools for collection of information from decentralized levels, to provide final inputs to national malaria programmes and partners for reporting

Monitoring and evaluation

• Lead development of the M&E framework, including key indicators based on the technical, logistics and SBC strategies defined for the campaign
• Lead the development of the monitoring and evaluation plan (either standalone or as part of the global campaign plan), including the table of indicators linked to the different campaign activities
• Lead the development of the monitoring and evaluation plan (either standalone or as part of the global campaign plan), timeline of activities and macro budget including: roles and responsibilities of campaign partners; quantification of human resources and materials required; identification of specific issues related to multi-product and digitalized campaigns; adjustments and modifications for the security context
• Lead the development of protocols, including sampling methodologies, and questionnaires for in process, end process, independent or rapid monitoring or post-campaign evaluation
• Lead the development of data collection forms, training materials and agendas, training simulation exercises, supervision and monitoring checklists, etc.
• Lead the analysis of the data collected and ensure key indicators identified are reported against
• Lead the development of the risk assessment and mitigation strategy related to M&E aspects of the campaign
• Lead discussions related to digitalization of M&E processes with a focus on improving effectiveness, efficiency and overall campaign outcomes
• Lead the development of the database to be used for collecting all information during each phase of campaign activities and ensure that the key information can be extracted daily for programmatic actions to improve quality of service
• Lead independent process evaluations of campaign implementation to provide external feedback to national malaria programmes and partners
• Lead post-campaign review meetings, including development of tools for collection of information from decentralized levels, to provide final inputs to national malaria programmes and partners for reporting
• Identify gaps in M&E planning or resources for high quality execution of the campaign for follow up

Competencies

Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization.(for levels IICA-2, IICA-3, LICA Specialist- 10, LICA Specialist-11, NOC, NOD, P3, P4 and above) Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education

• Advanced university (master’s) degree desired, preferably in public health, social science, public administration, business administration or related area is required.

The following qualifications may also be considered in lieu of the requirement of the master's degree and qualifying years of experience. - First Level University degree (bachelor’s degree or equivalent) may be considered with 9 years of experience - Technical/Professional License with 8 years of experience. - Technical/Professional Diploma with 11 years of experience. - Completed High/Secondary school education with 13 years of experience.

Experience At least 7 years of experience working on mass ITN distribution campaigns, mass vaccination campaigns, or other large-scale programmes such as food distribution, emergency operations, disaster response or other large-scale health or humanitarian programmes is required. Combined with academic qualifications and the minimum years of professional experience required as indicated in the Education section above, may also be considered.

Within the above experience requirements, a minimum 5 years of experience in at least one of the core ITN campaign areas is required:

• Strategy, planning and implementation assistance
• Logistics and in-country supply chain management
• Social and behaviour change
• Monitoring and evaluation

Desirable:

• Knowledge of broader health policies and national malaria programmes
• Knowledge of the RBM Partnership to End Malaria
• Familiarity with The Global Fund, PMI and other donor procedures and processes
• Work experience in challenging contexts

• Work experience in complex operating environments

  Language

• Working Knowledge of English is required. French and Portuguese desired.

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: Individual Contractor Agreement (ICA) Contract level: ICS-11 (Retainer) Contract duration: Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

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Additional Information

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

Terms and Conditions

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. For more information on a retainer contract here.
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• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.