Specialist, Malaria and Vector-borne Diseases

Suriname | Paramaribo

Organization: WHO - World Health Organization
Location: Suriname | Paramaribo
Grade: Mid level - P-3, International Professional - Internationally recruited position
Occupational Groups:
- Public Health and Health Service
- PAHO/WHO Representation, Suriname
Closing Date: Closed

OBJECTIVE OF THE OFFICE/DEPARTMENT

The Communicable Diseases and Health Analysis Department (CHA) promotes, coordinates, and implements technical cooperation activities directed toward the surveillance, prevention, control, and elimination of communicable diseases and zoonosis that are technically sound and appropriate for the political and socio-cultural context in which they are implemented. It strives to achieve a sustainable impact on health by providing normative guidance, furthering the implementation of evidence-based interventions, and fostering alliances that strengthen country capacity, improve the effectiveness of inter-country collaboration, and facilitate policy and decision making processes through improved health information coverage, analysis and quality at all levels.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Summary of Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the PAHO/WHO Representative; the general guidance and supervision of the Unit Chief, Neglected, Tropical and Vector-borne Diseases (CHA/VT); and technical support of the Advisor, Malaria and other Communicable Diseases, the incumbent is responsible for, but not necessarily limited to, the following assigned duties\:

1. Coordinate the implementation of the Framework for Artemisinin Resistance Prevention, Containment, and Elimination activities in the Country including targeted efforts for the elimination of malaria in bordering Member States in the Guyana Shield;

2. Provide technical cooperation in reinforcing the Countryâs malaria surveillance system in support of the Countryâs malaria elimination goals;

3. Promote and facilitate country to country collaboration and coordination of planning and field operations for the prevention, control and elimination of malaria and other priority neglected infectious diseases;

4. Provide technical cooperation on the implementation of an Integrated Vector Management (IVM) strategy and other matters related to public health entomology in the Country, including the monitoring and management of resistance to insecticides used in public health;

5. Provide technical support for capacity building on communicable disease elimination towards overall strengthening of the health system;

6. Collaborate in the development and implementation of work plans for malaria, and vector-borne diseases in support of the Countryâs national strategies;

7. Promote and provide technical cooperation in planning and implementation of operational research in malaria, and vector-borne diseases;

8. Promote activities to sensitize countries to mobilize political support for the PAHO/WHO Malaria Program and foster commitment of key actors in engaging in joint activities in areas of common epidemiological interest;

9. Promote alliances and operational associations among institutions from different sectors of the society, at different government levels (national, regional and local);

10.Support the preparation of proposals for submission to the Global Fund and other financial institutions, as well as the implementation of work plans in countries with approved proposals;

11.Perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education\:

Essential\: A university degree in a health-related discipline from a recognized institution.

Desirable\: A master's degree in tropical medicine, infectious diseases and epidemiology, entomology or public health; and/or training in malaria elimination would be an asset.

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/. PAHO will also use the databases of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation http\://www.chea.org/search/default.asp and College Navigator, found on the website of the National Centre for Educational Statistics, https\://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator to support the validation process.

Experience\:

Essential\: Seven years of combined national and international experience working in malaria, epidemiology and vector-borne disease prevention and control programs.

Desirable\: Proven managerial experience in the operational aspects of prevention, control and elimination of communicable diseases would be an asset

SKILLS\:

PAHO Competencies\:

Key Behavioral Competencies

- Intrainstitutional Action\: Operates in a fair, consistent and equitable manner, and displays such behavior by example. Ensures that the mission and the values of the Organization as well as the setting in which projects will be carried out are the drivers in one's technical work Understands the results required and performs to that standard. Behaves consistently in accordance with the Code of Ethics of the Organization.

- Analysis. Synthesis, and Forecasting\: Takes or organizes individual and collective action after analyzing situations on the basis of the available evidence and knowledge. Continuously analyzes the evolution of situations in an area of work and makes suggestions to adjust or confirm the decisions necessary to implement required actions. Is capable of anticipating the implications of an analyzed situation between six months to one year ahead.

- Teamwork\: Promotes team work and leads one's area to finish tasks and accept responsibility. Creates a positive environment within the area of work. Makes everyone feel like they are part of the team as well as welcomes and appreciates everyone's ideas and suggestions. Able to see the positive aspects of working as a team, shares the team's enthusiasm for achieving mutual goals.

- Thinking, planning and the strategic management of technical cooperation interventions\: Identifies the risks and benefits of options for future health initiatives based on the analysis of institutional and political trends. Applies a broad approach to work in the health field.

- Evaluation of technical cooperation interventions\: Process the results of the intervention evaluations turning them into systematized information that can support decisions on current and future interventions.

- Information Management\: Processes and analyzes the data objectively, presenting it clearly and equitably. Leads the effort to acquire relevant and selected information that facilitates the achievement of organizational results. Evaluates/leads the evaluation of information systems on the basis of its advantages/disadvantages for processing information relevant to the area of work

- Resource Mobilization\: Establishes partnership and alliances with a variety of institutions and organizations as well as internal partnerships to obtain financial and non-financial resources. Is able to relate with all types of people and at all levels in order to obtain resources that are needed. Is able to present and disseminate information in a clear manner. Executes resources according to the agreements previously established with partnership.

Technical Expertise\:

- Knowledge of program management, including planning and monitoring activities of the malaria program, with special focus on budgeting and financing aspects; initiatives and adaptability to work with various partners, including donors and country stakeholders.

- Strong knowledge and experience in surveillance, management, prevention, control and elimination of malaria and other neglected infectious diseases of public health importance

- Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with malaria and neglected diseases in the Region of the Americas.

- Knowledge on entomology and its use and applications in the prevention and control of vector-borne disease.

- Knowledge and skills in providing technical support for the development of programs, plans and projects.

- Organizational and analytical skills to effectively facilitate bridging of technical and programmatic gaps.

- Ability to analyze technical information and synthetize inputs from multiple sources; support the development of guidelines and training materials.

- Strong professional oral and writing skills, including the development of reports, oral presentations, and technical/persuasive documents for consideration at the highest levels of the Organization.

Languages\:

Very good knowledge of English or Spanish with a working knowledge of the other language. Knowledge of French and/or Portuguese would be an asset.

IT Skills\:

Demonstrated ability to effectively use a computer and utilize software programs such as Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Other IT skills and knowledge of other software programs such as Visio, Microsoft SharePoint, and Project would be an asset.

REMUNERATION

Monthly Salary\: (Net of taxes)

US$6,200.03

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

A written test may be used as a form of screening.

Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to PAHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and e-Manual.

For information on PAHO please visit\: http\://www.paho.org

PAHO/WHO is committed to workforce diversity.

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

All applicants are required to complete an on-line profile to be considered for this post.

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