Project Management Support - Senior Officer (Public Health)

Contract

This is a LICA Specialist-9 contract. This kind of contract is known as Local Individual Contractor Agreements. It is normally only for nationals. It's an external contract. It usually requires 2 years of experience, depending on education. More about LICA Specialist-9 contracts.

Background Information - Job-specific

Austria Multi-Country Office (AUMCO)

The Austria Multi-Country Office (AUMCO) is part of the UNOPS Europe and Central Asia Region (ECR). Specifically, AUMCO aims to enable the achievement of Agenda 2030 and the Paris Agreement through global programs and tailored interventions in the Balkans, South Caucasus, and Central Asia, focused on:

• Infrastructure
• Procurement
• Project Management (full service, ‘back on track’)
• HR and Transactional Services
• Grants Management
• Technical and Advisory Services

• Project Information

  Project Information

UNOPS Uzbekistan office has a portfolio of projects supporting the Government of Uzbekistan’s efforts in strengthening the health care system. At present the office has signed and has been implementing three engagements in this regard.

Overall, these engagements and projects focus on all aspects of healthcare systems strengthening, including feasibility assessments for infrastructure for healthcare delivery such as: hospitals, laboratories and treatment facilities across the country, identification of requirements for various medical equipment and diagnostic needs, procurement and supply of laboratory, biomedical and diagnostic equipment and establishing an ICT system for monitoring the epidemiological situation to strengthen preparedness and resilience to the COVID-19 pandemic and other epidemics including related training and capacity building development in this regard.

Under the direct supervision of the Portfolio Manager, the Project Management Support - Senior Officer (Public Health) would provide technical expertise on all aspects of health systems strengthening to deliver sustainable healthcare systems following WHO guidance, international best practices, and country standards/policy, and work in collaboration with strategic partnerships.

*** Only nationals of Uzbekistan or persons in Uzbekistan with residence and work permit are eligible for this position***

Functional Responsibilities

The Project Management Support - Senior Officer (Public Health) shall support aligning the project and assist Uzbekistan's strive towards SDG3, maintain and strengthen UNOPS value proposition in the Health Sector. The overall goal of this role is to support the facilitation of a systematic, participatory approach to improving health service delivery through UNOPS projects implementation, informed by community consultation and capacity assessment.

• Programme management
• Stakeholder Engagement & Capacity Building
• Knowledge Management and Innovation
• Monitoring and Progress Controls

Programme Management

• Support in the assessment of design, governance, and implementation of existing health systems provision in-country, country capacity, identify challenges, and recommend solutions
• Support the assessment, design, implementation, and setting up monitoring and evaluation for the health care system strengthening including health infrastructure, service delivery and biomedical equipment.
• Support preparation of assessments, reports, briefings, presentations, and proposals required for strategic decision-making.

• Contribute to the development of communications and advocacy documents that convey the project's outcomes and impact.

• Provide technical input to the assessment process and feasibility stage of projects in relation to project implementation activities including the feasibility studies for targeted facilities. Analyze various service delivery options considering their benefits, costs, and risks and provide options for strengthening service delivery in close consultation with relevant stakeholders.

• Support in providing technical guidance and alignment of implementation of projects, ensuring alignment with national legislation and rules, international best practices and WHO technical guidance with respect to health system strengthening including health infrastructure and medical equipment.

• In coordination with Senior Technical Advisors, contribute to the evaluation and selection of new or adapted national health surveillance and monitoring software and ICT systems.

  Stakeholder Engagement & Capacity Building

• Support the Public Health team in their engagement in discussing, negotiating and liaising with key stakeholders, such as the Government of Uzbekistan, line ministries and health and development partners including the World Health Organization (WHO), IAEA and others as required supporting the alignment in government priorities and international best practices in the delivery of the projects.

• Foster solid and transparent working relationships with the project team and key stakeholders at technical level.

• Participate in the setup, implementation and oversight of training programs and capacity building for staff related to skill development in terms of health system strengthening and health care management.

  Knowledge Management and Innovation

• Support knowledge building and sharing including synthesis of lessons learnt/best practices, and contribute to broader UNOPS knowledge management initiatives

• Provide technical guidance and on-the-job training to ensure work standards are achieved, both in terms of quality and quantity of inputs/outputs processed.

  Monitoring and Progress Controls

The effective and successful achievement of results by the Project Management Support - Senior Officer (Public Health) directly impacts the implementation and performance of the project, the visibility and image of UNOPS as an effective service provider in project services and management, and consequently strengthen UNOPS’ competitive position as a partner of choice in sustainable development and project services in Uzbekistan.

Monitoring and progress controls will be in accordance with work plans that the Supervisor and incumbent will prepare at the beginning of the assignment.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

a. Education

• An advanced university degree (e.g. Masters) in Public Health/Programme/Project Management or other related fields is required.

• A first-level university degree (e.g. Bachelor's) in combination with 2 additional years of progressively relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.

  b. Work experience

• A minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible experience in implementing Health system-strengthening projects is required.

• Experience at the national level in public health strengthening systems is an asset.
• Experience in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS countries) or Eastern European countries is an asset.
• Understanding of relevant WHO normative guidance on Health System strengthening, as well as other global guidance, developments, partnerships, and initiatives is valued.

• Experience in working with multiple stakeholders and delivering complex health interventions at a national scale is a strong asset.

  c. Languages

• Proficiency in written and spoken English is required.

• Working knowledge of Russian or Uzbek is required.

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: Local Individual Contractor Agreement (LICA) Contract level: Local Specialist Level 9, LICA-9, ICS-9 Contract duration: Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds, satisfactory performance, and project duration. ******* Only nationals of Uzbekistan or persons in Uzbekistan with residence and work permit are eligible for this position*******

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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.
• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
• 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.