Partnerships and Technical Coordination Specialist

Contract

This is a IICA-2 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 5 years of experience, depending on education. More about IICA-2 contracts.

Background Information - Job-specific

UNOPS hosts the Stop Tuberculosis Partnership Secretariat (STBP) in Geneva, Switzerland. The vision of the Stop TB Partnership is to realize the goal of elimination of Tuberculosis (TB) as a public health problem and, ultimately, to obtain a world free of TB by ensuring that every TB patient has access to effective diagnosis, treatment and cure; stopping transmission of TB; reducing the inequitable social and economic toll of TB; and developing and implementing new preventive, diagnostic and therapeutic tools and strategies. The Stop Partnership is uniquely positioned to support the development and further implementation by partners of the current and future Global Plan, acting as a coordinator and catalyst for the range of partners engaged in the fight against TB.

Founded in 2001, the Stop TB Partnership's mission is to serve every person who is vulnerable to TB and ensure that high-quality treatment is available to all who need it. Stop TB partners include international and technical organizations, government programmes, research and funding agencies, foundations, NGOs, civil society and community groups and the private sector. We recently published the Global Plan to End 2023 -2030 which provides a blueprint of priority actions required and a detailed estimate of financial resources needed to end TB. The Partnerships and Technical Coordination Specialist position will be administered by STBP but will mostly work with the Global Fund managed TB Situation Room. It is a critical position to support partners and the Global Fund maximize the impact of Investment in TB. The incumbent will ensure there is coordination among partners specifically World Health Organization (WHO), USAID, The Stop TB Partnerships, Gates Foundation, and the Global Fund. The incumbent will coordinate day to day operations of the TB Situation Room ensuring there is an agenda for the meeting and follow-up of actions agreed by partners. The incumbent will also work with partners through the Coordination Team (CORT) to ensure the technical assistance is linked to the grants by regular communication with Country Teams and other Secretariat Teams and bring the TA requests to the partners through CORT.

The Partnerships and Technical Coordination Specialist, reports to the Stop TB Technical Advisor (Global Fund) and to the Head of TB at the Global Fund and works in coordination with Chairs of TB Situation Room and focal points from TB Situation Room partners.

Functional Responsibilities

Perform the following duties under the prioritization, supervision and direction of the Stop TB Technical Advisor (Global Fund), and in liaison with Head of TB, Global Fund and oversight of TB Situation Room Chairs; - Ensure day to day operations of TB Situation Room including agendas, speakers and participation of key people in the meeting - Follow-up of agreed actions and recommendations with all stakeholders including Country Teams and Global Fund Principle Recipients - Conduct data analysis which will inform the discussions at TB Situation Room including data from grants and also from partners as necessary. - Conducts specific detailed analyses, along the grant lifecycle and where required, in collaboration with other Global Fund teams, to identify investment gaps and opportunities for maximizing partner’s investments and technical support - Identify technical assistance needs from the grants which could benefit from support from partners through Coordination platform (CORT) involving focal points from TB Situation Room partners. - Conduct mapping of technical assistance and resources available to support TB grants - Together with other CORT partners support quality assurance of technical assistance provided - Ensure alignment of other Global Fund Strategic Initiatives which could benefit TB and leverage with other partners technical support. - Engage other partners who are not part of TB Situation when appropriate and ensure smooth communication and dissemination of appropriate information. - Support joint country visits of TB Situation Room partners including high level engagement of Countries as needed. - Develop reports, documentation of best practices and dissemination of the work of the Situation Room as appropriate. - Establish and/or maintain strong and effective working relationships with other partners and working groups which might be relevant to TB Situation Room - Represent TB Situation Room partners in other meetings which might be relevant to TB Situation Room partners

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education Requirements:- An advanced university degree in public health, epidemiology, or infectious diseases; or programme management or other relevant field is required. - A bachelor's degree in public health, epidemiology, or infectious diseases; or programme management or other relevant discipline, with additional 2 years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a Masters degree

• Specialized post-graduate qualification in public health or social sciences related to TB is desirable

Professional Experience Requirements:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience at international and national level with practical TB experience is required
• Experience in working with TB partners or agencies closely allied to infectious diseases at national and international levels is required
• An understanding of the international health arena and direct exposure to health environments both at national and international levels is desirable.
• Knowledge of Global Fund and its policies, processes and its governance structure is desirable.
• A good publications record demonstrating the ability to articulate clear appraisal of evidence base is an asset.
• Knowledge of the TB new tool pipeline and actors involved in new TB tool development is an asset

Language requirements:- An excellent knowledge of English is required; - A good working knowledge of one of the following is desirable: French Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Spanish - Knowledge of other languages would be an asset.

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. 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.

Contract type, level and duration

• Contract type: Individual Contractor Agreement (ICA)
• Contract level: ICS10/IICA 2
• Contract duration: One year, with possibility of extension, 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.
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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.