Technical Officer

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

Eradication of Poliomyelitis from Somalia through routine supplementary immunization activities (SIAs)- Maintaining high quality Acute Flaccid Paralysis(AFP) Surveillance system To reduce morbidity and mortality from other Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI) target diseases.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

The incumbent will perform the following duties:

1. Analyze epidemiological and immunization data to identify strategic areas of focus for supplementary immunization activities.

2. Identify and recommend actions required to achieve high immunity against polioviruses through supplementary immunization activities across the country.

3. Work closely with all MoH, UNICEF, Rotary and other relevant partner agencies on strengthening supplementary immunization activities. This includes technical input on planning, training and improving social mobilization and Information Education and Communication (IEC) activities.

4. Contribute to the review and update of SIA micro plans and other documents to ensure rational distributions of resources for quality campaigns.

5. Collect, analyze and use Supplemental immunization Activities (SIAs) reporting and monitoring data for identifying gaps and recommending corrective measures.

6. Provide technical advice and build capacity of field staff to facilitate implementation and monitoring of polio supplementary immunization activities including NIDs, SNIDs and mopping-up immunization activities.

7. Write and review reports on the quality of SIAs for internal WHO review and to share with the government and partners.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: University degree in medicine or equivalent professional training Desirable: Master Degree in public health

Experience

Essential: At least two years' experience in Polio Eradication Initiative (PEI) and Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI) activities in Somalia. Desirable: Working experience with NGOs/UN agencies/ Ministry of Health

Skills

Skills in training health workers on PEI/EPI activities standard operational procedures.

Skills in planning, managing and coordination of PEI/EPI programmes.

Excellent organizational and analytical skills, complemented by sound interpersonal skills and ability to work in multicultural environment.

Very good ability to build and maintain relations and network with national authorities and other stakeholders across relevant sectors

Knowledge of WHO mandate and goals

WHO Competencies

Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Producing results Communication Teamwork Moving forward in a changing environment

http://www.who.int/employment/WHO_competencies_EN.pdf?ua=1

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English and the Local Language. Desirable:

REMUNERATION

Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 34,004 (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.

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