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We are the directing and coordinating authority on international health within the United Nations’ system. We do this by: providing leadership on matters critical to health and engaging in partnerships where joint action is needed; shaping the research agenda and stimulating the generation, translation and dissemination of valuable knowledge; set...
Technical Officer – Medicines Regulation & Production/AMR - (2105472)
Grade: P5
Contractual Arrangement: Temporary appointment under Staff Rule 420.4
Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 12 months
Job Posting: Oct 26, 2021, 2:34:05 PM
Closing Date: Nov 15, 2021, 11:59:00 PM
Primary Location: Nigeria-Abuja
Organization: AF_NGA Nigeria
Schedule: Full-time
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.
OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME
Within the framework of the “One Health Approach,” the mission of the Unit of Antimicrobial Resistance in the WHO African region is to define, advance, promote and monitor comprehensive policies and strategies that prevent, reduce, and mitigate drug-resistant infections and the overall impact of antimicrobial resistance in the WHO African Region. Its main objectives are to coordinate the implementation, monitoring and documentation of the AFRO inter-cluster joint work plan on AMR ; advocate in collaboration with tripartite and other partners the development, implementation and monitoring of national action plans in the context of the One Health approach; establish effective regional and national multisectoral coordination and partnership on AMR; enhance awareness and understanding of AMR; strengthen Infection prevention and control (IPC), water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) in health facilities and communities; optimize the use of antimicrobial medicines in the context of One Health approach, and improve quality and coverage of AMR surveillance. A key purpose of the WHO Health System Strengthening Framework for Action is to promote a common understanding of what a health system is and what constitutes health systems strengthening. It also provides a basis to support countries in scaling up health systems and services: addressing bottlenecks in a collaborative, coordinated way, driven by desired health outcomes, to achieve sustainable system-wide effects. To be most effective, this process must be country-led, based on priorities set out in comprehensive national health plans.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Essential: Master's degree in public health, epidemiology or microbiology in a related field from a recognized institution.
Desirable: Degree in medicine or pharmacy
Experience
Essential: At least 10 years of experience in supporting the planning, development and implementation of public health initiatives in countries, with emphasis on strengthening key health systems. Experience working across different departments and programmes to deliver impact in the field
Desirable: Experience in developing and implementing AMR relevant activities in countries, regional or global level. Experience in planning for and responding to health emergencies. Experience in working with UN agencies, NGOs, academia and other national and international stakeholders.
Skills
Demonstrated ability to effectively use a computer and utilize software programs such as Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
WHO Competencies
REMUNERATION
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 88,162 (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 3064 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.
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 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.
Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.
Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.
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