National Professional Officer (Emergency Care Service)

Contract

This is a NO-B contract. This kind of contract is known as National Professional Officers. It is normally only for nationals. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 2 years of experience, depending on education. More about NO-B contracts.

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The WHO Azerbaijan Country Office via USAID Azerbaijan Pandemic Response Activity aim to improve the ECS (Emergency Care System) and its services, training and standards, building on and amplifying previous USAID funded project achievements, i.e. REACT-C19, PROACT-Training and PROACT-Care. With reference to the emerging evidence from the ongoing pandemic and Pan American Health Organization's (PAHO) recommendations for pre-hospital EMS during the COVID-19 outbreak and the WHO's hospital readiness principles for COVID-19 including emergency units, with consideration of Azerbaijan-specific context, this project aims to strengthen the resilience of Azerbaijan's Pre-Hospital and Emergency care system and achieve long term sustainable solutions.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Within the framework of the USAID-funded Azerbaijan Pandemic Response Activity Project, the purpose of the position will be to support, coordinate and monitor the implementation of WHO activities aimed to strengthen pre-hospital emergency care (ambulance service),in-hospital emergency care (emergency units) and in the context of the pandemic, the preparedness of pre- and in-hospital emergency care system to respond to health emergencies. Under the overall guidance of the WHO Representative and the Project Lead, the incumbent will:

• Support the project manager and team lead of ECS line on the preparation of a project work plan in line with objectives and targets of the project in close coordination with counterparts and partners.
• Collaborate and support the development of standards, protocols and procedures for pre- and in- hospital emergency care system as well as adopting and establishing in selected healthcare facilities.
• Collaborate and support the development of national level pre-hospital and in- hospital emergency care and preparedness and response to health emergencies training programs for health workforce.
• Support and contribute to a quality monitoring and evaluation system for pre-hospital and in-hospital emergency care services.
• Contribute and support for establishing relevant emergency care education programs at the Azerbaijan Medical University, nursing colleges and other educational institutions at associate, under graduate, and post-graduate levels.
• Contribute to procurement activities under the project in coordination with relevant partners.
• Contribute to the organization of project training activities and support the development and update of specific training materials for the project in coordination with relevant partners and ministries.
• Draft technical progress reports in line with project requirements and within the given deadlines.
• Provide support for the coordination of project activities at country level and ensure effective coordination and collaboration among related institutions, local authorities and NGOs.
• Facilitate advocacy and communication activities and provide support in the organization of meetings of project partners and NGOs to increase national awareness including visibility and media events whenever required and in line with the communication and visibility plan of the project.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: University degree (Bachelor's level) in medicine, health or equivalent areas, relevant to this position. Desirable: Postgraduate master's degree/diploma in public health or health management a strong asset.

Experience

Essential: At least 2 years of professional experience at national level working in public health, pre-hospital and emergency care projects. Demonstrated experience working with stakeholders such as national policy makers, NGOs, Health authorities, international organizations in the area of public health, or similar. Desirable: Demonstrated experience in planning and implementation of health-related projects or programmes. Good connections with local health authorities and/or groups of interest for the WHO would be an asset.

Skills

Knowledge of WHO guidance related to vaccination communication and demand generation. Strong analytical skills and ability to review and synthesize information from multiple sources; Excellent communication, facilitation and report-writing skills. Strong interpersonal skills, able to work across cultures and with the capacity to build strong working relationships. Knowledge of Office software applications. Demonstrated writing and editing skills, with an ability to communicate effectively. Capacity to motivate others and work under pressure while producing results. Knowledge or sound understanding of the impact of health emergencies on social and economic development, and their burden on populations. Ability to "think out of the box" and to make innovative proposals as related to communications. Knowledge or skills in visual design, website development. Proven ability to communicate and write in a clear and concise manner where all reports, stories, etc. exhibit structure, ideas and correctness. Excellent interpersonal skills, discretion, tact and diplomacy.

WHO Competencies

Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Producing results Ensuring the effective use of resources

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Expert knowledge of Azerbaijani. Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of WHO Language.

REMUNERATION

Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at AZN 66,692 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.

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.

• According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.

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• An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. 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 also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.

• The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.

• This is a National Professional Officer position. Therefore, only applications from nationals of the country where the duty station is located will be accepted. Applicants who are not nationals of this country will not be considered.

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