This position is advertised to fill positions in six duty stations within Somalia (Jowhar, Garowe Kismayo, Mogadishu, Baidoa, Dusamareb)

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The position will strengthen vaccine preventable disease control including increasing and maintaining immunization coverage for all EPI vaccines, surveillance of vaccine preventable diseases; to eradicate transmission of wild poliomyelitis; measles elimination rubella/CRS control , introduce new and underutilized vaccine.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

The incumbent is responsible to carry out the following activities related to immunization a to assist State immunization programme and State Ministry of Health:

1. Provide Technical assistance (TA) to strengthen Routine Immunization program at sub national level and develop annual coverage improvement plans ( CIP).
2.  Develop tools and guidelines for EPI microplanning, Defaulter tracking, identification of high risk areas.
3. TA for RI session monitoring tools, and monitor and evaluate the EPI program at State and district level to find local strategies for coverage improvement.
4.  Facilitate immunization safety and monitoring, of adverse events following introduction of new.
5.  Develop training materials/ guidelines for Health workers EPI communication to address vaccine hesitancy.
6.  Strengthen Data Quality to improve accuracy of coverage reports. Maintain good working relations with concerned technical units/departments of Ministry Health and other stakeholders related to immunization.
7.  Work closely with other categories in WCO and States towards integrated services, MCH, UHC, and systems strengthening;
8.  Any other duties assigned by the supervisor or WHO Representative.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: A university degree in Medicine or Public Health.
Desirable: Training in the field of epidemiology or advanced degree in epidemiology/public health/control of communicable diseases.

Experience

Essential: At least two years of professional experience in EPI and vaccine preventable disease control
Desirable: Experience of work in United Nations and/or international organization.

Skills

Demonstrated knowledge of communicable disease control, epidemiology, and laboratory diagnosis specifically for EPI diseases. Knowledge of clinical and laboratory surveillance. Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated willingness and ability to work effectively with national and international colleagues.

WHO Competencies

Enhanced WHO Global Competency Model: 

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Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Producing results
Ensuring the effective use of resources

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English.

REMUNERATION

Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 47,967 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.

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 and/or an asynchronous video assessment 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.

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• An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. 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.

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• The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.

• Please note that WHO’s contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at shws@who.int.

• This is a National Professional Officer position. Therefore, only applications from nationals of the country where the duty station is located will be accepted. Applicants who are not nationals of this country will not be considered.

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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements