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Medical Officer (NCD)

Antananarivo

  • Organization: WHO - World Health Organization
  • Location: Antananarivo
  • Grade: Mid level - P-4, International Professional - Internationally recruited position
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Public Health and Health Service
    • Medical Practitioners
    • Malaria, Tuberculosis and other infectious diseases
  • Closing Date: Closed

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The position is to contribute WHO's Country Cooperation Strategy in the area of Non-Communicable Diseases, work requiring in-depth knowledge of specialized methods of transmission, diagnosis, development and treatment of non-communicable diseases, including enhancement of availability and affordability of quality, safe andefficacious essential medicines and vaccines for non-communicable diseases. The major expected outputs are technical advice and support to Member states, strategies, action plans and work programmes for prevention and treatment and to confront not only noncommunicable diseases but also other related major health challenges.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Provide high-level, specialist technical support to the work program in the area of Non-Communicable Diseases.2. Develop and propose action plans for interventions in high-risks groups and environments and recommend measures for special attention.3. Contribute to the development of or amendments to national strategies and policies through policy advice and recommendation on plan of action forimprovements in the existing health systems for prevention and cure of Non-Communicable Diseases.4. Research, compile and evaluate a variety of data and information related to Non-Communicable disease treatments identify disease sources andprovide recommendations concerning appropriate response to identified risks, and implementation of preventative measures, and the preparation ofrelated technical reports.5. Develop and support the implementation of a research agenda on NCDs including promoting operational researchon cost effectiveness of community-based interventions for NCDs.6. Develop and monitor work plans and budgets including resource mobilization for the work programme and follow up on the implementation of planned activities.7. Develop guidelines and tools for NCD health interventions using an integrated approach, and in consultation with other WHO programs and partners to assistMember States in identifying and implementing key interventions aimed at curbing the current trend and managing the burden of NCDs and to also promote the useof relevant national health policies, strategies and programs relating to management of chronic diseases by Member States.8. Undertake or coordinate high-level analyses of data and information on best practices and partners' experiences in implementing NCD prevention and controlstrategies and prepare and disseminate information.9. Develop and conduct capacity building in the area of NCD.10. Serve as a technical resource to the public concerning NCD in the country(ies); respond to inquiries and provide detailed and technical information concerningrelated principles, practices, issues, measures, techniques and procedures.11. Conduct a variety of community outreach activities concerning the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of NCD; prepare and deliver oral presentations; compile,prepare and distribute related informational materials.12. Maintain liaison with and coordinate with national counterparts, technical departments at HQ and with donor and development partners (UN and bilateral) onharmonization of recommendations on policies and strategies related to NCD and resolve issues or concerns.13. Review and ensure quality assurance and relevance of contractual engagements with partners and institutions and make recommendations regarding WHO's support.14. Represent WHO at various meetings.15. Perform all other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: Advanced university degree in Health (medicine or public health) with a specialization on noncommunicable diseases.
Desirable: Postgraduate degree in Medicine/Public Health/Non-Communicable Diseases.

Experience

Essential: At least seven years of progressively responsible professional experience in non-communicable diseases focusing on investigation, surveillance, and control.Within this experience demonstrated professional experience working at the country and/or regional level providing technical support to government partners as wellas developing strategies and programmes for the prevention and treatment of non-communicable diseases.
Desirable: .

Skills

1. Sound knowledge of country level situations regarding Non-Communicable Diseases with good understanding of relevant country's needs, priorities and policies, along with WHO's policies, practices, guidelines and proceduresin the related areas and ability to apply them in the country office setting.2. Ability to identify issues, formulate opinions, make conclusions and recommendations.3. Ability to review and revise policies and objectives of assigned program and activities.4. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.5. Excellent knowledge of Health and safety regulations.6. Proven knowledge of technical aspects in the field of specialty.7. Public speaking techniques.8. Excellent drafting and communication skills.9. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.10. Team spirit and time management skills.

WHO Competencies

Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of French.
Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of English.

REMUNERATION

WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 77,326 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 2436 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.

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 and/or an asynchronous video assessment 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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  • Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.
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This vacancy is now closed.