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Stop TB Partnership - Special Projects Consultant

Geneva

  • Organization: UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services
  • Location: Geneva
  • Grade: Junior level - IICA-1, International Individual Contractors Agreement
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Public Health and Health Service
    • Information Technology and Computer Science
    • External Relations, Partnerships and Resource mobilization
    • Gender-based violence
    • Project and Programme Management
    • Malaria, Tuberculosis and other infectious diseases
    • Public, Private Partnership
  • Closing Date: Closed

Background Information - Job-specific

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) has hosted the Stop TB Partnership Secretariat since 1 January 2015, in Geneva, Switzerland.
Founded in 2001, the Stop TB Partnership is a unique and innovative global health organization that brings together partners, expertise, funding, commodities, and people-centered services in our shared mission to transform the tuberculosis ( TB) space and end TB by 2030. The Stop TB Partnership is an organization that takes bold and smart risks to serve and amplify the voices of the people, communities, stakeholders, and partners from countries affected by TB . The Stop TB Partnership is guided by three (3) strategic goals to:

1. Advocate, catalyze, and facilitate sustained coordination and collaboration among partners;
2. Support the development, replication, and scale-up of innovative approaches and tools; and
3. Facilitate global, equitable access to TB diagnostics and medicines.

The Stop TB Partnership’s comprehensive range of strategic and technical expertise and our willingness to push boundaries are crucial factors in reaching the targets agreed upon by Heads of States and the TB community-at-large to end TB by 2030.

The Stop TB Partnership’s External Affairs & Strategic Initiatives (EASI) team leads the design and implementation of various public-private sector driven initiatives, platforms, and projects to address systemic barriers in TB and global health. The team is currently working with the Executive Director’s Office, Innovation & Grants team, and the Country & Community Support for Impact team on various special projects related to the optimal roll-out of various digital health technologies.

Since 2015, the TB community-at-large has made major efforts to accelerate the roll-out of digital adherence technologies (DATs) for people-centered care and treatment modalities. To contribute to the further evaluation of DATs in line with the targets set forth in the Global Plan to End TB and the End TB Strategy, an optimal introduction and scale-up of DATs, and further innovation in DATs and supporting/enabling tools, processes and systems, a Global Digital Adherence Technologies Task Force ("DAT Task Force") has been established for an initial period of two years (July 2020-July 2022).

At the Stop TB Partnership’s 33rd Board Meeting, the organization launched the Digital Health Technology Hub (“DHT Hub”) to coordinate and build upon our various digital health technology initiatives, platforms, and projects to ensure that the unprecedented interest, activities, and funding leads to positive and sustainable changes in the healthcare systems and communities and peoples in TB affected countries.

In addition to the above-mentioned special projects, the EASI team, together with various global and in country partners, have conceptualized and implemented two new initiatives and platforms.

Conceptualized at the first TB Innovation Summit in September 2018, which was co-hosted by the Stop TB Partnership, Johnson & Johnson, Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria, United Nations Foundations, and World Economic Forum, the Re-imagining TB Care's (RTC) vision is to transform when, where, and how affordable, high-quality, and people-centered care is provided and accessed by people in TB affected countries. The initiative’s mission to lay the necessary foundation and groundwork for the optimal roll-out of digital health technologies.

The Accelerator for Impact (a4i) platform’s aim is to rapidly roll-out digital health technologies for TB and across diseases by providing fit-for-purpose capital and technical support to small and medium-enterprises and start-ups, particularly from TB affected countries, developing digital health technologies that will support the achievement of RTC’s vision.

Functional Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the Stop TB Partnership’s Head of the EASI team, the incumbent will serve as a Special Projects Consultant to provide support for the coordination and implementation of the team’s various digital health initiatives, platforms, and projects, particularly related to the DAT Task Force and DHT Hub.

The specific responsibilities of the Special Projects Consultant will include, but will not be limited to:

1. Coordination of the DAT Task Force by:
  • Working with the Core Group and Workstream Leads in developing and updating the necessary documents and platforms for the optimal roll-out of DATs in TB affected countries;
  • Engaging and working with global and in-country partners on the roll-out of DATs in TB affected countries;
  • Coordinating and participating in various calls, events, and meetings related to the optimal roll-out of DATs in TB affected countries; and
  • Organizing monthly calls with the Core Group, Secretariat, and other key global and in-country partners.
2. Design and implementation of the DHT Hub by:
  • Analysing and contributing to the development of a Stop TB Partnership’s digital health technology engagement framework;
  • Analysing and Suggesting different ways for the successful integration of the RTC initiative and a4i platform within the DHT Hub;
  • Coordination of various calls, events, and meetings related to DHT Hub; and
  • Working with internal teams and global and in-country partners to execute and support the operationalization of the DHT Hub and engagement framework.
3. Represent the EASI team at applicable:
  • In internal and external calls, events, and meetings as required and always under the guidance of the head of the EASI team.
 Additional support to the Head of the EASI team on other related responsibilities may be required.
Impact of Results
  • Rapid roll-out of digital health technologies for TB and across diseases that address barriers and gaps in care models in TB affected countries.
  • Reduced financial and human resource burden on country programmes and providers in TB affected countries.
  • Increased provision and access to differentiated, people-centered care for TB affected communities and people.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education: Advanced university (Master’s) degree in business administration, computer science, engineering, international relations, public policy, medicine, or a similar subject or

University (Bachelor’s) degree in one of the above-listed subjects in addition to two years of relevant professional experience will be considered in lieu of a Master's degree.
Experience:

Minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience in working in the global health space, ideally with small- and medium-enterprises (SMEs) and start-ups, understanding the emerging technologies landscape, etc.

Experience working at a consulting firm, international organization, SMEs and start-ups in the area of entrepreneurship,  innovation, or private sector engagement, etc.

Experience interacting with and presenting to global and in-country partners in the global health space is desirable.
Languages:

Excellent knowledge of English with proven ability to communicate in English (spoken and written) in a clear and concise manner.

Knowledge of another UN official language is an asset.

Competencies


Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.
Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.
Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).
Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.
Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.
Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.
Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Contract type, level and duration

  1. Contract type: International Individual Contractor Agreement (IICA) 
  2. Contract level  IICA-1 (ICS9, P2 equivalent)
  3. Contract duration : Ongoing ICA – ‘Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.’ But please note, the project in question is currently approved until the end of June 2021. It is not guaranteed that there will be an extension beyond this date. 

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx 

Additional Considerations

  • Qualified candidates from TB affected countries are strongly encouraged to apply. See here the list of countries: http://www.stoptb.org/countries/tbdata.asp 
  • Please note, this position is based in Geneva, Switzerland and therefore, the selected incumbent will have to register with the Swiss authorities and comply with local regulations, including but not limited to - Taxation and Social Security. Additionally, the incumbent will have to purchase a Swiss based insurance (LaMal) within the first three months on contract, UNOPS will help subsidize the cost of this insurance, upon show of proof and for an amount up to 382.87 USD.
  • Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
  • Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
  • Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
  • Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
  • Work life harmonization - UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands. We have a progressive policy on work-life harmonization and offer several flexible working options. This policy applies to UNOPS personnel on all contract types
  • For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
  • The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns.  Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

Background Information - UNOPS

UNOPS is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve sustainable development.

UNOPS areas of expertise cover infrastructure, procurement, project management, financial management and human resources.

Working with us

UNOPS offers short- and long-term work opportunities in diverse and challenging environments across the globe. We are looking for creative, results-focused professionals with skills in a range of disciplines.

Diversity

With over 4,000 UNOPS personnel and approximately 7,000 personnel recruited on behalf of UNOPS partners spread across 80 countries, our workforce represents a wide range of nationalities and cultures. We promote a balanced, diverse workforce — a strength that helps us better understand and address our partners’ needs, and continually strive to improve our gender balance through initiatives and policies that encourage recruitment of qualified female candidates.

Work life harmonization

UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands.


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