The Asia Regional Health Cluster (ARHC) was established in 2018 for efficient delivery of grants and fund management, and the provision of quality pharmaceuticals and health products. The ARHC aims to significantly impact the targets of UN Sustainable Development Goal 3 on good health and well-being, by expanding the population benefitting from UNOPS-managed health-related engagements across the Asia Region.
The ARHC portfolio manages the Principal Recipient (PR) Programme of the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (Global Fund) in Asia. The Global Fund, which has been providing financial support to the Greater Mekong Sub-region for malaria programs since 2003, has selected UNOPS as a PR, responsible for delivering the targets set out in the grant agreements in collaboration with selected sub-recipients from the National Programmes, local and international non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and UN agencies.
UNOPS is the Principal Recipient managing the RAI grant (RAI4E 2024-2026), established by Global Fund in 2018, providing financing for malaria elimination activities in the Greater Mekong Sub region.
UNOPS as Principal Recipient (PR) in Lao PDR is dedicated to building capacity. The PR aims to strengthen the functional teams within the Ministry of Health and CMPE (Centre for Malariology, Parasitology and Epidemiology), with a focus on the sub-national (provincial) level. The work of the PR with the Department of Communicable Diseases Control (DCDC) and Department of Finance (DOF) will increasingly align with the Ministry of Health’s (MOH) structure, defining a mechanism to transfer capacity to line management functions of existing MoH staff.
Purpose and Scope of Assignment
Under the direct supervision of the Head of Programme of ARHC, and in accordance with UNOPS policies, procedures and practices, the Programme Coordinator is responsible for the on-going performance of the RAI grant in Lao PDR, managing overall operations, working closely with the Sub Recipients (SRs) and assisting in negotiations with Global Fund and Laos – Country Coordinating Mechanism (CCM).
1. Managerial and Programmatic Leadership
2. Grant Management
3. Programme Monitoring and Implementation
4. Knowledge sharing and management
Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization.(for levels IICA-2, IICA-3, LICA Specialist- 10, LICA Specialist-11, NOC, NOD, P3, P4 and above) |
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. |
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Contract type: International ICA Support
Contract level: IICA-3/ICS-11
Contract duration: Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance
Vientiane is a family duty station.
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
Disclaimer: If the selected candidate is a national of the duty station, a Local Individual Contractor Agreement (LICA) will be issued.
Terms and Conditions
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: No requirements