Technical Officer (Epidemiology)

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

To strengthen the ability of Member States to reduce the level of risk and degree of impact of health emergencies, such as outbreak and epidemic-prone disease and food illness, through programmes and technical support that lead to improved surveillance, assessment, preparation, prevention and response.

Emerging Disease Surveillance and Response (ESR)\:

To support the efforts of Members States to prepare for and handle health emergencies and disasters, by leading intersectoral collaboration efforts, and by providing technical support in the areas of programme planning, capacity building, risk management and mitigation, and recovery/rehabilitation efforts.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

1. To provide technical advice to the government in further developing Applied Epidemiology Training in Cambodia
2. To support capacity building strategies by providing course materials and supervising trainees of Applied Epidemiology Training in Cambodia
3. To advise on human health epidemiology for Veterinary Epidemiology Training and supervise trainees of the programme
4. To identify needs for technical assistance and to work with Ministry of Health (MoH) and other WHO staff to strengthen core capacity in national communicable diseases surveillances, risk assessment and response to ensure MoH can meet APSED 2010 and IHR 2005 requirements
5. To provide technical advice to the government and collaborate with partners in influenza and respiratory disease surveillance, and pandemic preparedness and response
6. To assist in the joint MoH - WHO investigation and response to communicable disease outbreaks and unusual health events in Cambodia as the need arises
7. To analyze and interpret epidemiological information and share with partners
8. To assist in any other tasks as instructed by the Head of Country Office

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential\: University degree in health or social science with a postgraduate degree (master's level or above) in epidemiology or public health from a recognized university.

Desirable\: Completed a course in Field Epidemiology Training Programme.

Experience

Essential\: Minimum seven years' work experience in epidemiology and /or public health and Field Epidemiology Training Programme, including experience at international level.

Desirable\: Experience in managing Field Epidemiology Training Programme or modified Field Epidemiology Training in developing countries.

Skills

1. Broad knowledge of principles, practices, methodology and techniques in public health and epidemiology

2. Significant knowledge and skills in communicable disease control, including teaching and advisory techniques 3

. Ability to develop plans, organize resources and take actions to ensure objectives are achieved within realistic timeframes

4. Very good interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and to take initiative

WHO Competencies

Communication
Producing results
Moving forward in a changing environment
Teamwork
Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond

Use of Language Skills

Essential\: Expert knowledge of written and spoken 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 72,637 (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 1701 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 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.

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

• Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.

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• WHO has a mobility policy which can be found at the following link\: http\://www.who.int/employment/en/. Candidates appointed to an international post with WHO are subject to mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world.

• Applications from women and from nationals of non and underrepresented Member States are particularly encouraged.