Division of Programmes for Disease Control To achieve the control of communicable and noncommunicable diseases throughoutthe Western Pacific Region by targeting the reduction of morbidity andmortality of such conditions and diseases. The division supports integratedpeople-centred care approaches by strengthening primary healthcare services forprevention, diagnosis, care and treatment of target diseases and conditionsalong the life-course, while ensuring to reach the unreached and achievinguniversal health coverage.Vaccine-Preventable Diseases andImmunization (VDI)In October 2020, the WHO Regional Committee for the Western Pacific endorsed theRegional Strategic Framework for Vaccine-Preventable Diseases and Immunizationin the Western Pacific 2021-2030 to expand the scope of immunization, maximizethe benefits of vaccines and immunization programmes in the Region, and furtheraccelerate control and achieve and sustain elimination of additional vaccine-preventablediseases (VPDs) beyond those traditionally targeted, aiming to make the Regionfree from vaccine-preventable morbidity, mortality and disability towards 2030.The programme for VDI supports Member States to develop or update and implementnational policies, strategies and plans for immunization and VPD control and eliminationin line with the Regional Strategic Framework and working with Member States,stakeholders and partners to make the Region free from vaccine-preventablemorbidity, mortality and disability towards 2030.
Under the supervision of the Coordinator (VDI) and guidance of the Director, Programmes for Disease Control, the incumbent will perform the following duties: In coordination with the VDI Coordinator, facilitates accelerated control and elimination of VPDs, including measles and rubella elimination and accelerated control of vaccine-preventable viral hepatitis;In coordination with the VDI Coordinator, promotes preparedness for and response to VPDs outbreaks; Provides technical assistance on polio-related activities;Collaborates with staff of the Regional Office and country offices and national health officials in the development of methods and materials in support of polio eradication including the roll-out of polio endgame activities as well as other activities in the area of accelerated VPD control activities in the context of immunization system strengthening including the development of national plans of action and corresponding implementation;Reviews and monitors the polio routine and supplemental immunization activities and surveillance for acute flaccid paralysis, through filed visits, outbreak investigation, data collection, surveys and surveillance reports in order to identify the need for changes in strategies/tactics and make appropriate recommendations; andUndertakes periodic comprehensive programme review according to established protocols and participates in replanning of activities to achieve the newly set targets; participates in identification and implementation of research activities to support the eradication of poliomyelitis.
Essential: Master’s level university degree in public health or health-related field.
Desirable: Degree in medicine or Ph.D. in epidemiology.
Essential: Minimum of seven years’ experience in the administration of public health programmes in both national and international level. Considerable practical experience in the development and implementation of polio programmes.
Desirable: Working experience in developing countries.
Technical expertise in public health epidemiology, disease control and immunizationKnowledge of the specific or technical area of public health;Ability to contribute to the development of norms and standards, as well as training materials;Capacity to plan and conduct operational activities with political and technical elements;Ability to establish harmonious working relationships as part of a team, adapt to diverse educational and cultural backgrounds, and maintain a high standard of personal conduct;Ability to demonstrate gender equity and cultural appropriateness in the delivery of services to Member States.
Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Creating an empowering and motivating environment
Producing results
Creating an empowering and motivating environment
Essential: Expert knowledge of English.
Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of other UN languages.
WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 77,326 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 3325 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.
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