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Qualifications

Central Project Coordinator works under the overall supervision of the WHO Representative in Myanmar, the technical guidance of the Medical Officer (HIV & Hepatitis) in collaboration with the National AIDS Programme and Drug Dependency Treatment and Research Unit of Ministry of Health.

Duty Station : Naypyitaw (MoH Premises)

1.       In close collaboration with the National AIDS Program Manager, assist respective focals (ART/Methadone/PMCT/TCP/M&E), in planning of yearly GF budget, commodity quantification and forecasting as well as drafting quarterly work plan and procurement process in collaboration with PR

2.       Support to organize central level meetings and trainings and provide technical assistance to facilitate the meetings/trainings. Assist for planning and management of GFATM-HIV activities of each component and keep tract of programme implementation and progress on procurement and supply management

3.       Assist in facilitating that all sites for ART / Methadone / PMCT / TCP have timely reporting and ensuring the quality of the reported data. Maintain central level database and keep track of program reports. Assist to prepare GF quarterly reports of NAP

4.       Provide technical support to field offices in implementing activities, monitoring and reporting on a regular basis. Conduct field visits to Field Offices and townships if necessary

5.       Assist NAP in coordination between PR, UN, other INGOs and NGOs. Regular communication to WHO/UN to give information on progress of GFATM activities and implementation

6.       Perform other related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor

7.       To submit assignment report quarterly

The Central Project Coordinator provides technical support to National AIDS Programme and Drug Dependency Treatment and Research Unit. He/she needs to coordinate with focal from MoHS, UN agencies, development partners, and implementing partners. He/she works together with Field project Coordinator/Field Assistant/Data Assistant of respective state/region and M&E team/Logistic team from central as a team. He/she works as a part of WHO HIV-AIDS team in achieving goals of National Strategic Plan of HIV in collaboration with different stakeholders working on HIV/AIDS.

The function plays a key role in strengthening the programme management of HIV/AIDS prevention and control programme.  The support to MoHS will contribute in strategic planning, efficient resource mobilization and effective programme evaluation.  

Essential: University degree in Medicine

Desirable: Post graduate degree on public health or training on HIV/AIDS programme Management

Essential: Minimum of two years working experience in public health

  Has a broad knowledge of principles, practices, methodology and techniques in public health

Desirable: Field level programme management experience on HIV/AIDS

   Working experience with UN, International NGOs

Knowledge of spoken and written English and Myanmar Language

1.       Communicating in a Credible and Effective Way – Core Competency

2.       Knowing and Managing Yourself – Core Competency

3.       Producing Results – Core Competency

4.       Fostering Integration and Teamwork – Core Competency

5.       Ensuring the Effective Use of Resources – Management Competency

6.       Building and Promoting Partnerships Across the Organization and Beyond – Management Competency

7.       Promoting Innovation and Organizational Learning – Leadership Competency

Additional information

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·         This post is subject to local recruitment and will be filled by persons recruited in the local commuting area of the duty station.

·         Any extension of appointment would be subject to programmatic requirements, performance of the incumbent and availability of funds.

·         Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

·         Salary will be paid with MMK Converted in local currency at the official prevailing exchange rate at the time

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements