Vaccine Demand and Acceptance Officer

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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The Division of Country Health Programmes (CHP) assists country efforts to reduce the burden of non-communicable and communicable diseases and address the social, economic and environmental determinants of health, and promotes policies and actions for health through stewardship of the WHO European Healthy Cities Network. It focuses on health promotion measures; prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases, including cancers, cardiovascular diseases, chronic respiratory diseases and diabetes, and risks related to tobacco use, physical inactivity, unhealthy diet, and the harmful use of alcohol; communicable diseases such as tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS and hepatitis, and vector-borne and neglected tropical diseases; elimination and control of vaccine-preventable diseases and advocacy for increased use of vaccines; containing and controlling antimicrobial resistance; addressing existing and emerging environmental health risks, and supporting violence and injury prevention. A determination to ensure universal access to people-centred quality health services across the continuum of care is matched by enriching the evidence base for policy design and interventions using social, cultural and behavioural approaches, to drive implementation of innovation at national, regional and local levels.

Within CHP, the Vaccine Preventable Diseases and Immunization Programme (VIF) aims to reduce disease and death caused by vaccine-preventable diseases by:

•strengthening routine immunization programmes by achieving and maintaining high vaccination coverage with childhood vaccines;

•ensuring that all children, adolescents, adults, and women of childbearing age have equal access to safe and high-quality immunization services;

•ensuring that epidemiological surveillance, including laboratory networks, is sufficient to achieve and sustain disease elimination targets;

•supporting the implementation of an immunization week to promote immunization; and

•fostering appropriate partnerships with governmental and intergovernmental agencies, nongovernmental organizations and other relevant partners.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

The focus of the work will be to coordinate and respond to requests and needs related to vaccine acceptance and demand for COVID-19 and routine immunization and communications related to vaccination and vaccine-preventable diseases within the framework of the EU - Central Asia COVID-19 Crisis response (CACCR)- Phase 2: vaccination, including:

•Assist in coordinating the provision of technical support to the Ministry of Health and/or relevant ministries and governmental agencies in planning and implementing behavioural formative research studies to examine issues related to addressing immunization inequity and new vaccine introduction;

•Assist in provision of technical support to the Ministry of Health and/or government agencies in communication related activities linked to vaccination and vaccine-preventable diseases;

•Support development of tailored interventions, including communication recommendations based on behavioural insights research / data to increase vaccine uptake;

•Coordinate with partners on COVID-19 and routine vaccine communication, acceptance and demand activities.

•Assist and coordinate the technical support on the implementation of recommendations as a follow-up from the in-country communications, and, demand and acceptance activities, including support with monitoring and evaluation frameworks;

•Collaborate with the Vaccine-preventable diseases and Immunization programme in the WHO Regional Office to meet country needs and utilize available tools and resources for technical support and activities, including contribution to the needs, plans and activities;

•Support in facilitating and coordinating various trainings on communication and crisis communication;

•Undertake any other duties which may be assigned by the supervisors according to the needs of the WHO

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: University (Bachelor's level) degree in communications, political science, international relations, social sciences, humanities or marketing, psychology, medical anthropology, or related field. Desirable: Advanced University degree (Master's level or above) in one of the above-mentioned fields. Excellent track record of qualitative research for community and consumer insights.

Experience

Essential: At least 2 years' experience in communications and/or social and behavioral science, preferably applied in a health and immunization context. Desirable: Work experience with WHO or another international public health organization.

Skills

Knowledge of WHO guidance and policies in the area of immunization, and COVID-19 response;

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.

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 local language. Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of French, German or Russian.

REMUNERATION

Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 30,070 (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.

  • Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.

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  • The WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics.

  • The WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion)are strongly encouraged to apply for WHO jobs.

  • Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be sent through an email to reasonableaccommodation@who.int

  • 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.

  • WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

  • 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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