Programme Policy Officer (Health Support Coordination) SC9 Yangon

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

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DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

Job Title: Programme Policy Officer (Health Support Coordination) Grade : SC 9 Type of contract: Service Contract Number of Post : 1 Duration: 12 months Duty Station: Yangon Report to : Deputy Country Director -Operations Support VA Number :827843 Date of Publication: 15 August 2023 Deadline of Application: 29 August 2023

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

This post is opened for Myanmar Nationals Only. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Only short-listed candidates will be notified. Female applicants and qualified applicants from minority groups are especially encouraged to apply.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Coordination with Medical Section

• As in-country focal point for all medical emergency or medevac questions and requests
• Facilitate in-country medical referrals and coordination of medical care for personnel and dependents requiring acute, life-threatening, or specialized care.
• Under supervision of RMO:

- Manage communication with health care providers/specialists on the ground to ensure clinical management of cases among UN/UNWFP personnel and contact tracing of workplace exposures, based on protocols agreed with Medical Section.

- Monitor number of personnel seeking occupational health services in the UNWFP recommended health facilities such as entry medical, periodic medical examinations, travel-related medical procedures, and immunization.

• Organize health education and health promotion activities, as per Medical Section strategic priorities.

Health Support to Operations

Under the supervision of the S/RMO:

• Coordinate, facilitate and monitor implementation of the Health Support Plan (HSP) project for the duty station(s) based on UNMD Mandatory Health Support Elements (MHSE) and Health Risk Assessment (HRA).
• Update the MHSE Status and the Health Support Plan for duty stations in the country of assignment.
• Conduct assessment of health care facilities, medical services and ambulance providers then develop or update medical referral pathways for the duty stations.
• Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) for medical evacuation plans in all duty stations
• Collaborate with Field Security colleagues and UNDSS by participating in drills, review and providing context-specific medical referral pathways into casevac, medevac and MCI plans.
• Provide medical input into business continuity and crises preparedness plans for the duty station/country.
• Prepare situational updates and reports, based on subjects and frequency agreed between Medical Section and the operation, to relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Procurement/Supply Unit on drafting terms of reference (TORs) and technical assessment, monitor delivery timelines as required for contracts related to health services or equipment. Closely work with UNWFP functional units, particularly Administration, Human Resources, and Supply/Logistics team, in handling all matters related to the contracts, MOUs or agreements with health care providers in case of MHSE requirements. Monitor compliance of vendors (medical/health providers) to patient safety and quality standards for commodities and services.
• Where applicable (in duty stations where UNWFP directly implements a Health Support Project such as a clinic):

- Monitor service delivery and performance of health care providers within the country and recommend specific actions to improve performance.

- Coordinate with the health care providers in undertaking necessary verification/ monitoring and evaluation before release of funds/payment by UNWFP.

• Where applicable, and if in line with Medical Section priorities, coordinate vaccination campaigns with health care providers.
• Perform any other task as agreed between technical supervisor (Medical Section) and line manager.

Coordinate with Stakeholders

• Closely collaborate with UNWFP Senior/Regional Medical Officers or Medical Advisers of UN entities, with corporate OHS/Medical Services, on the clinical management and medevac and follow-up care of personnel and eligible dependents within the country.
• Attend SHWS/Medical Section meetings or briefing sessions.
• Participate in Health Sector Coordination meetings.

Perform other related duties as required.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Advanced University degree in Nursing, Health Care Management, Doctor of Medicine or other relevant field.

Experience: A minimum of 6 years’ work experience in the humanitarian sector either in Occupational Health and Public Health with Clinical and Project Management experience. Experience in health care management, supervision and coordination of medical teams is essential. Experience seeing projects through the full life cycle.

Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Myanmar.

All WFP Employees are expected to demonstrate the competencies and standards of behaviour aligned with our core values and defined in the WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK, namely: • Leading by example with integrity, • Driving results and delivering on commitments, • Fostering inclusive and collaborative teamwork, • Applying strategic thinking, • Building and maintaining sustainable partnerships

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

• UN field experience in the occupational health care sector is desirable. Previous experience in humanitarian crisis and infectious diseases is highly desirable. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification will be an asset.

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered, interested candidates are invited to apply via (https://www.wfp.org/careers/jobopenings). Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. WFP will not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process including at the offer stage.

Request for Disability related Reasonable Accommodations: It is important to WFP to create an accessible and inclusive workplace for everyone. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection and hiring process, please direct your request and inquiries to [email protected]. A member of the reasonable accommodation team will contact you to confidentially discuss your needs. This email is only to be used for any disability related accessibility requirements, and not for sending the application itself. Due to volume of applications, any applications or CVs sent through this email address will not be considered as a formal application and will not receive a reply from WFP.

ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hungerworldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

WFP is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce. WFP has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, abuse of authority or discrimination. All selected candidates will, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.