Purpose of the Consultancy

The incumbent will support to the HIM/WHE in the development and implementation of the information and geographic mapping systems necessary for the collation, tracking and analysis of relevant intelligence and information related to public health events.

Background

Since 2 January 2020, the three levels of WHO (China Country Office, Regional Office for the Western Pacific and Headquarters) have been working together to respond to this outbreak of COVID-19. On 30 January 2020, WHO declared the outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). On 11 March 2020, WHO Director General characterized COVID-19 as a pandemic. WPRO HIM team has supported response to the COVID-19 outbreak in the Western Pacific Region, supporting Member States and WHO Country Offices to prepare and respond to COVID-19.

Aside from the COVID-19 response, HIM team has continued to maintain the infectious diseases and public health crises monitoring, verification and response functions. However, due to the resource intensive and protracted nature of the COVID-19 response the HIM team is looking to strengthen its team to conduct routine monitoring and response activities for all hazards including COVID-19 outbreak in the Western Pacific Region.

Work to be performed

Note: Below activities include the events related to COVID-19 in the Western Pacific Region.
Under the supervision of the Programme Area Manager, Health Emergency Information and Risk Assessment (HIM):

Output 1: Provide technical support in developing and maintaining tools and processes for collecting, managing, analysing and presenting geospatial data.

  • Deliverable 1.1: Support routine data management and visualization for HIM/WHE
  • Deliverable 1.2: Support training of geospatial analysis tools and skills
  • Deliverable 1.3: Working with different teams and streams of work on streamlining information for mapping and visualization

Output 2: Support managing, maintaining, and upgrading the regional COVID-19 dashboard.

  • Deliverable 2.1: Extract various data and information on COVID-19 and other public health events including dengue, avian influenza and influenza from multiple sources using R and other tools.

Output 3: Support any other ad hoc task related to the dashboard, mapping and visualization as deemed necessary by the Programme Area Manager, Health Emergency Information and Risk Assessment.

Output 4: Provide the monthly progress report on the work performed and achieved, and the submission of the final mission report at the end of consultancy

Output 5: Carry out other activities as requested by the Programme Area Manager, Health Emergency Information and Risk Assessment.


Qualifications, experience, skills, and languages

Education

Essential: First university degree in information or data management, computer sciences, statistics, applied math, public health, or a related field, complemented by training in information management from an accredited/recognized institute.

Desirable: Specialization in information management systems. Specific training in humanitarian response or emergency information management.

Experience required

Essential: At least 5 years of related experience in information management, monitoring, needs assessment, project management, data management and information dissemination in the public health sector or health development sector, part of which in emergency management or humanitarian context.

Experience in developing and promoting collaborative partnerships.

Desirable: Relevant work experience in WHO, other UN agencies; experience working in relevant nongovernmental or humanitarian organizations. Experience in developing countries.

Skills / Technical skills and knowledge

Advanced use of MS Office, particularly spreadsheets, data visualization and analysis tools, and databases Design and management of information systems

Language requirements

Excellent knowledge of English or French (depending on the country of assignment). Working knowledge of another WHO official language would be an asset.

Competencies

Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
Communication
Ensuring the effective use of resources
Creating an empowering and motivating environment
Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences


Place of assignment

The consultancy will initially take place remotely with travel to Manila, Philippines, if conditions allow.

Medical clearance

The selected Consultant will be expected to provide a medical certificate of fitness for work.

Travel

Depending on the situation, travel to countries in the Region may be arranged as necessary.

Additional Information:

  • This vacancy notice may be used to identify candidates for other similar consultancies at the same level.
  • Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
  • A written test may be used as a form of screening.
  • If your candidature is retained for 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.
  • For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.
  • WHO is committed to workforce diversity.
  • WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
  • Applications from women and from nationals of non and underrepresented Member States are particularly encouraged.
  • 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.
  • Consultants shall perform the work as independent contractors in a personal capacity, and not as a representative of any entity or authority. The execution of the work under a consultant contract does not create an employer/employee relationship between WHO and the Consultant.
  • WHO shall have no responsibility whatsoever for any taxes, duties, social security contributions or other contributions payable by the Consultant. The Consultant shall be solely responsible for withholding and paying any taxes, duties, social security contributions and any other contributions which are applicable to the Consultant in in each location/jurisdiction in which the work hereunder is performed, and the Consultant shall not be entitled to any reimbursement thereof by WHO.
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