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Summary of assigned duties (Describe what the incumbent has to do to achieve the main objectives) 

Oversee and strengthen implementation of PRSEAH interventions in WCO and WHO in-country operations through:

• Coordinating PRSEAH actions in WHO Country Office programs and operations including overseeing and implementing PRSEAH country action plan. 
• Mainstream PRSEAH in WHO Programs and operations including in human resource management and WHO emergency operations to mitigate potential risks through implementation of safe-guarding measures during recruitment, training of personnel including volunteers, dissemination of PRSEAH information package to all personnel and Implementing partners, etc. 
• Mitigate PSEAH risks within WHO Programming through dissemination of PRSEAH information package to all personnel, partners and contractors, implementing PRSEAH trainings including training of volunteers and Government counterparts.
• Develop /adapt/implement internal reporting and response procedures including reviewing and strengthening of existing reporting mechanisms, implementing clear SOPs for handling of community complaints, mapping and streamlining existing referral systems.
• Strengthen, supervise, monitor and report on the PRSEAH interventions; and 
• Support/advise HWCO and senior management in country office on responsibilities and accountabilities in preventing and responding to SEA and SH including regular briefings on risks, and incidents.
• Contribute to the IASC collective efforts for scaling up in-country PSEAH Program through;
• Contribution to and supporting the implementation of PSEA Network TORs and Action Plan with a focus on joint risk assessments; inter-agency community-based complaint mechanisms (CBCM), development and implementation of victims’ assistance referral pathways, community awareness and community engagement on PRSEA matters, joint training, PRSEAH operational reviews and lessons learning, etc.
• Contribute to various PSEA thematic work in relevant working groups (GBV AoR, Protections Cluster, etc.); 
• Develop a communication strategy together with the Inter-agency Humanitarian Working Group to facilitate awareness-raising in communities on their rights, the fact that humanitarian assistance is never conditioned on sexual favors, and how to submit complaints.
• Co-chair joint PSEA network activities as necessary.
• Support and ensure the inclusion of PRSEAH in humanitarian needs overview, humanitarian response plans, event specific SRPs and funding appeals.  
• Support PRSEAH mainstreaming among implementing partners, including national Governments, NGOs and INGOs through;
• Support the WHO leadership to systematically roll out the UN Protocol on Allegations of SEA involving implementing partners and accompanying partner assessment, and support as needed. 
• Ensure that partners are trained on PRSEAH, and that PRSEAH clause is inserted in all contractual agreements 
• In coordination and collaboration with PSEA network partners, organize and implement awareness and training sessions of Implementing Partners as part of the PSEA capacity building PSEA capacity assessment of Implementing Partners

Recruitment Profile

Competencies: Generic

• Producing results
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
• Moving forward in a changing environment 

Competencies: Management

For all Positions that possess Managerial /Supervisory responsibilities, an additional mandatory Management Competency is required

• Building and promoting partnership across the Organization and beyond 

Functional Knowledge and Skills

Describe the essential knowledge and skills specific to the position

• Four competencies are considered to be mandatory for all WHO staff with managerial responsibilities: a) Teamwork b) Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences  c) Communication and d) Creating and empowering and motivating environment d) Proven experience and expertise in PSEA programming and program management. Demonstrated experience in the field of sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, gender based violence, staff misconduct and discipline, gender mainstreaming and/or humanitarian affairs. Understanding of the international development and humanitarian architecture - Familiarity with the UN system and global coordination structures (e.g. IASC) - Proven ability to implement an Action Plan. Excellent communication skills to negotiate /enlist cooperation from a broad range of actors from multi-disciplinary backgrounds. Strong organizational skills complemented with the ability to work in a proactive and independent manner, multi-task and produce results under pressure. Diplomacy, tact and discretion.

Educational Qualifications 

Essential  

• Advanced University Degree (Master’s level or above) in gender studies, humanitarian affairs, human rights, international law, sociology, public health, development studies, and/or other related social science disciplines. 

Desirable

• Specialization in specific training on dealing with and mitigating sexual and gender-based violence.

Experience

Essential  

• At least 7 years of relevant progressive work experience including experience in humanitarian relief work. At least three years of experience in, the prevention of SEA, or sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV), or in Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP), or Protection, Human rights, and/or Child Protection. Experience in dealing with staff misconduct and/or gender mainstreaming. Proven ability to develop and implement an Action Plan/strategy and demonstrated ability and capacity to engage with multiple partners and stakeholders and with communities.

Desirable

• Exposure to the international development and humanitarian architecture, familiarity with the UN system and global coordination structures like the IASC. Experience in developing and facilitating training and capacity-building activities is an advantage. Familiarity with data protection and confidentiality measures

Closing Date: Jun 15, 2023,

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DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

• Coordinate and manage EWARS/IDSR surveillance activities to support the State Epidemiologist and the Disease Surveillance Notification Officer Coordinator.
• Coordinate outbreak investigations with the LGA-surveillance officers within the scope of the health emergencies programme,
• Conduct, in collaboration with other team members, real-time analysis of outbreak intelligence data, from a broad range of sources including non-health sectors, for epidemic forecasting and detection.
• Strengthen the capacities of the SMOH surveillance teams for the effective and sustained surveillance of epidemic prone diseases through training courses on field investigation, detection, data management, and rapid response to epidemics and health outbreaks.
• Contribute to the elaboration of effective rapid assessment for epidemic-prone diseases in consultation with the Country Office, Regional Office and HQ as well as local, regional and national health entities and other international health partners including UN agencies and NGOs
• Undertake regular field supervision visits to assess and evaluate the implementation of surveillance activities, identify gaps and recommend corrective actions based on key performance indicators. 
• Facilitate the implementation of the International Health Regulations (IHR) including participation in the process of verification and risk assessment on reported public health events. Perform any other incident-specific related duties, as required by the functional supervisor

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Essential: Field Epidemiology Training Program or University Degree in epidemiology, statistics, database management or public health from an accredited/recognized institute.
• Desirable: Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery. Masters degree in epidemiology, statistics, database management or public health from an accredited/recognized institute.

Experience

• Essential: At least two years' related experience, at the national levels, in the implementation of public health surveillance, outbreak investigation and response in humanitarian settings.
• Desirable: Prior humanitarian working experience at field level with WHO, other UN agencies, health cluster partners, recognized humanitarian organizations or with an international non-governmental organization with expertise in disaster and outbreak response.

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of surveillance and monitoring systems as related to emergency response relief operations, complemented by skills in the field of epidemiological or statistical data collection, assessment, analysis and the evaluation and monitoring in a public health context.
• Proven ability to multitask across various planning and implementation processes within a highly demanding environment. 
• Demonstrated knowledge, competency and professional skills on the public health aspects of infectious disease control, epidemic and pandemic preparedness and response with particular attention to application of an all hazard approach in the context of the International Health Regulations and the use of event based and indicator based surveillance, as well as descriptive epidemiology and principles of public health in communicable disease surveillance and response

Closing Date: Jun 10, 2023,

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DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

• Coordinate and manage EWARS/IDSR surveillance activities to support the State Epidemiologist and the Disease Surveillance Notification Officer Coordinator.
• Coordinate outbreak investigations with the LGA-surveillance officers within the scope of the health emergencies programme,
• Conduct, in collaboration with other team members, real-time analysis of outbreak intelligence data, from a broad range of sources including non-health sectors, for epidemic forecasting and detection.
• Strengthen the capacities of the SMOH surveillance teams for the effective and sustained surveillance of epidemic prone diseases through training courses on field investigation, detection, data management, and rapid response to epidemics and health outbreaks.
• Contribute to the elaboration of effective rapid assessment for epidemic-prone diseases in consultation with the Country Office, Regional Office and HQ as well as local, regional and national health entities and other international health partners including UN agencies and NGOs
• Undertake regular field supervision visits to assess and evaluate the implementation of surveillance activities, identify gaps and recommend corrective actions based on key performance indicators. 
• Facilitate the implementation of the International Health Regulations (IHR) including participation in the process of verification and risk assessment on reported public health events. Perform any other incident-specific related duties, as required by the functional supervisor

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Essential: Field Epidemiology Training Program or University Degree in epidemiology, statistics, database management or public health from an accredited/recognized institute.
• Desirable: Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery. Masters degree in epidemiology, statistics, database management or public health from an accredited/recognized institute.

Experience

• Essential: At least two years' related experience, at the national levels, in the implementation of public health surveillance, outbreak investigation and response in humanitarian settings.
• Desirable: Prior humanitarian working experience at field level with WHO, other UN agencies, health cluster partners, recognized humanitarian organizations or with an international non-governmental organization with expertise in disaster and outbreak response.

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of surveillance and monitoring systems as related to emergency response relief operations, complemented by skills in the field of epidemiological or statistical data collection, assessment, analysis and the evaluation and monitoring in a public health context.
• Proven ability to multitask across various planning and implementation processes within a highly demanding environment. 
• Demonstrated knowledge, competency and professional skills on the public health aspects of infectious disease control, epidemic and pandemic preparedness and response with particular attention to application of an all hazard approach in the context of the International Health Regulations and the use of event based and indicator based surveillance, as well as descriptive epidemiology and principles of public health in communicable disease surveillance and response

Closing Date: Jun 10, 2023,

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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The mission of WHO's Health Emergencies Programme is to help countries, andto coordinate international action to prevent, prepare for, detect, rapidlyrespond to, and recover from outbreaks and emergencies.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Under the supervision and guidance of the Technical Officer-IHM, the incumbent supports the prevention and control of diseases with a high threat of pandemic and epidemic potential through coordination of prediction, outbreakinvestigation, characterization of infectious diseases and/or risks, and implementation of evidence-based strategies to manage outbreaks and risks. He/sheworks with MOH, other sectors and partners. He/she facilities the adaptation ofthe guidelines to meet specific requirements for any potential disease outbreakprevention and control activities. More specifically, the incumbent will: Advise on the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of national strategies and plans for the prevention and control of diseases with a high risk of pandemic and epidemic potential and ensuring compliance with WHO guideline and standards. Monitor and support early detection, verification evaluation and investigation of outbreaks, risks and providing prevention, and control efforts. Adapt infections risk management policies, concepts, tools and global strategies and manage their implementation at the country level for the prevention and control of epidemic prone diseases. Work with partners, improve epidemic control approaches and methods in different epidemiological situations. Develop periodic reports on infectious risk activities, support information systems and facilitate integration with national health information systems, as appropriate. Contribute to surveillance and risk analysis related to infectious diseases; Participate in the activities of rapid response teams responsible for rapid investigation of alerts, risk assessments in the field and detection and early response. Ensure risk communication messages are technically correct and sociocultural appropriate to engage and empower stakeholders in the prevention, mitigation and control of infectious risks. Formulate recommendations and provide guidance on relevant courses of action in affected and unaffected areas to prevent and/or control the cause of excess morbidity and mortality. Provide technical assistance on immunization, enhanced surveillance, infection prevention and control (including personal protection, improved sanitation and hygiene, increased provision of water and/or nutrients, pre-positioning medicines and medical supplies, vector control, etc. in close collaboration with other technical teams. Provide analysis of public health risks, needs and capacities and advise on priority interventions for WHO and partners including on challenges and operational course corrections as applicable or as required. Document lessons learnt in the field. Promote multidisciplinary and cross- cutting approaches and activities to facilitate full participation within, outside of WHO and with key partners.Perform all other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Essential: First University degree in Medicine, Nursing, Environmental Health or other health related fields
• Desirable: Specialized training in infectious diseases or masters in Field Epidemiology or MPH.

Experience

• Essential: At least 5 years of relevant experience in the planning, development and implementation of the infectious disease control and prevention program, including epidemic prevention andcontrol, infectious risk management and/or dangerous pathogens. Relevant experience with interagency mechanisms used to coordinate preparedness and response to health emergencies
• Desirable: Related experience in within WHO and/or UN agencies, health cluster partners or humanitarian organizations

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of infectious diseases, particularly in areas critical to promoting a public health perspective and approach, such as the epidemiology of infectious diseases, prevention or control, clinical management and important practices.Provenability to coordinate and manage projects, build partnerships with multiple partners in the context of health emergencies Goodtactical thinking with the ability to formulate clear and comprehensive strategies and plans. Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to multitask and produce results under pressure

Closing Date: Jun 8, 2023,

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DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Under the supervision and guidance of the WHE Team Lead, the incumbent will help the country office to coordinateinternational action, to prevent, prepare for, detect, rapidly respond to, and recover from outbreaks and emergencies. The specific duties are to: Support the implementation of WHO activities in the area of Country Health Emergency Preparedness & IHR including providing support to the Ministry of Health and other sectors in activities which include: developing/updating national emergency preparedness and response plans; creating and updating the Country Office's contingency and business continuity plans as well as assisting MoH in creating and updating their national contingency plans; provision of assistance in risk assessments, and critical core capacities for all-hazard health emergencies; supporting the monitoring, evaluation and objective assessment of country core capacities, ensuring the implementation of the International Health Regulations. Under close technical guidance and supervision of the respective WHE unit, provide technical assistance at country level on priority issues such as: emergency preparedness, surveillance and response; strengthening health systems, operational readiness and essential public health functions. Act as first-line emergency responder in case of a country emergency in line with the ERF II and support the Incident Management team in the country in case of a graded emergency. Support UN emergency teams, where relevant and in close collaboration with the Regional Office, support the provision of data and information required for any WHE-related documents to be presented to WHO Governing bodies, for the work and deliberation of an IHR Emergency Committee or an IHR Review Committee or a technical consultation. Assist and contribute to promoting partnerships in the country with relevant health stakeholders, to ensure the successful implementation, monitoring and evaluation of capacities in line with IHR (2005) requirements, as well as the identification of financing for WHE country plans.5. Link with institutions, associations and non-governmental agencies and scientific bodies, for exchange of information, coordination of activities and implementation of sector wide approaches. Assist in preparations of missions to the country and support consultants in country. Assist the Head of WHO Country Office in all managerial, administrative and liaison activities with the Regional Office and support the effective implementation of all WHO activities in the country as elaborated in the BCA, CCS or other WHO action plans. Perform other related responsibilities, including replacing and/or backstopping. Support other WHEprogramme areas, as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Essential: University degree in medicine, a health-related field orpublic health-related discipline
• Desirable: Masteror postgraduate training in Public Health or other relevant areas. Specialized training in emergency/disaster preparedness and response

Experience

• Essential: Minimum five years of national professionalexperience in planning, developing and implementing programmes/projects in thearea of health security, including emergency preparedness
• Desirable: Relevant work experience inWHO, other UN agencies; experience working in relevant non-governmental orhumanitarian organizations. Relevant experience in the implementation of International Health Regulations (2005) initiatives.

Skills

• Knowledge of International Health Regulations (2005), the epidemiology of infectious diseases and other global health security threats, and of issues and practices for disease prevention and control. Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and produce results under pressure. Knowledge of the UN and humanitarian systems for emergency response and Preparedness. Technical expertise in planning, monitoring and evaluating health systems.Proficiency in key computer applications. Computer abilities such asword processing, spread-sheets and analytical applications

Closing Date: Jun 7, 2023,

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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The mission of WHO's Health Emergencies Programme (The Programme) is to help countries, and to coordinator international action, to prevent, prepare for, detect, rapidly respond to, and recover from outbreaks and emergencies.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Under the supervision and guidance of the Technical Officer-Health Expertise/Operations, the incumbent provides technical support to WHO health programmes in response to outbreaks and health emergencies. The specific duties are to: Support national capacity strengthening to enhance health emergency response and coordination at all levels Promote and monitor the application of standards and best practices in line with WHO guidelines during health emergencies Liase, collaborate and maintain regular working relationships with concerned technical units/departments in the FMOH, donor agencies and other stakeholders (UN and non-UN) with a view to facilitating the implementation of health emergency preparedness and response Support health sector coordination at all levels and forge partnerships to promote health intervention to affected population Provide technical support to national and state authorities in the development of Response Plans and implementation of activities related to health emergencies Support data collection and documentation, including technical and administrative reports of health emergencies at all levels and ensure regular dissemination to all partners and stakeholders Provide technical support to government and communities for assessment, surveillance, monitoring, prevention and control of communicable diseases in humanitarian emergencies. Support mobilization of resources for implementation of humanitarian response plans. Undertake any other duties as assigned by supervisors.Perform all other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Essential: University degree in medicine, public health, epidemiology from an accredited/recognized institute.
• Desirable: Master of Public Health from a recognized University

Experience

• Essential: At least Atleast 5 years working experience in Health emergency preparedness and response, health operations
• Desirable: Relevant work experience in outbreaks and/or health emergency management. Related experience in development and implementation of strategies and action plans within WHO and/or UN agencies.Experience working in relevant non governmental, health cluster partners or humanitarian organizations

Skills

Demonstrated innovative, analytical and problem- solving skills; coordination, monitoring and evaluation skills; ability to lead policy level dialogue, advocacy and partnerships on health emergency preparedness and response

Closing Date: Jun 10, 2023,