Medical Officer (EPI-Routine Immunization)

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 124,265 USD and 160,214 USD.

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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

In collaboration with national counterparts and in line with the objective of World Health Organization (WHO) Global and Regional policies, assist the Ministry of Health in implementation of EPI, strengthen surveillance of all expanded programme on immunization vaccines preventable diseases, strengthen intensification of routine immunization and facilitate smooth introduction of new vaccine, provide technical assistance for the polio eradication, measles-rubella elimination programme and support the COVID-19 vaccine deployment in the country.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Under the direct supervision of the WHO Representative to Myanmar and the technical guidance of Coordinator IVD SEARO, and in close collaboration with immunization partners, stakeholders,and other WHO colleagues in WCO, the incumbent will have the following responsibilities:

A. Technical support for the polio eradication program in concurrence with Regional/Global policies and strategies and specifically: Develop, implement, monitor and evaluate the plan for Polio end game strategy, strengthening and maintain high standards of Acute Flaccid Paralysis (AFP) surveillance to certification standards, conduct risk assessments and outbreak response supplementary immunization activities as required and coordinate these with neighbouring countries to ensure that the polio-free state of the country is maintained

B. Technical support for Strengthening Vaccine preventable surveillance:

a. Provide Technical support to central epidemiology unit (CEU) to ensure that measles elimination plans are developed and implemented in country, fever-rash measles/ rubella surveillance is strengthened and smooth continuation of Measles Rubella vaccinein routine immunization;

b. Develop, implement and monitor plans for measles-rubella elimination; c. Develop, implement, monitor and evaluate integrated surveillance of Acute Flaccid Paralysis measles-rubella, JE, Influenza and neonatal tetanus and eventually all vaccine preventable diseases, by expanding scope of use of polio resources, where feasible to support this.

C. Technical support for strengthening of intensification of routine immunization and introduction of new vaccine specifically:

a. Developing plans for Intensification of routine immunization in low coverage areas

b. Introduction of new vaccines in Myanmar EPI program etc.c. Conduct Operational Research to improve immunization coverages;

D. Technical support for COVID-19 vaccine deployment in the country: Support specifically in the following:

a. The development of the National Vaccine Deployment Plan for the country;

b. Vaccine mobilization to the country through COVAX facility and Humanitarian Buffer

c. National Regulatory Authority(NRA) in the process of Vaccine Approvals for vaccines being deployed in the country;

d. Monitor vaccine sessions and cold chain system and provide feedback at the Ministry of Health for corrective action;

e. Coordination with partners for improvement in vaccine coverage and ensuring equity of vaccination in the population.

E. Coordinate with donors, partners, UN agencies,like UNICEF, and other stakeholders to support national authorities in management of inter-agency coordination committee meetings for immunization and COVID-19 vaccine deployment

F. Preparation of project proposals for resource mobilisation from potential donors including the GAVI, USAID, DFID, CDC etc

G. Provide technical assistance in preparationof GAVI annual progress reports, joint appraisal etc.

H. Perform other duties, as may be assigned by WR Myanmar

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: Medical degree with Master's degree in Public Health / Epidemiologyfrom a recognized university.

Desirable: Training in epidemiology or vaccine preventable diseases.

Experience

Essential: Minimum7 years relevant work experience in immunization including few years of international exposure Desirable: Experience in area of communicable disease surveillance

Skills

Expertise in immunization and public health programs. Abilityto work closely in harmony with government and partners and international officials at all levels. Good communicable skills and excellent use of computer and information technology.

WHO Competencies

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

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Desirable:

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 75,602 (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 2438 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

• Please note applications should be submitted through WHO's online recruitment portal. Please visit www.who.int/careers to complete an online profile and to apply to this vacancy.

• 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.

• The written test for shortlisted candidates will tentatively be held in week starting 19 February 2023 – 24 February 2023. Candidates are advised to make themselves available during that period

• 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.

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• 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.

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• 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.