WHO is the directing and coordinating authority for health within the United Nations system. It is responsible for providing leadership on global health matters, shaping the health research agenda, setting norms and standards, articulating evidence-based policy options, providing technical support to countries and monitoring and assessing health trends.
Post: National Professional Officer -CDO (Malaria and VBD)
OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME:
WHO India Country Office collaborates with the Government of India and relevant stakeholders within the framework of the collaborative Country Cooperation Strategy (CCS), to actively support the development and implementation of national health policies, strategies, plans and interventions in the area of communicable diseases and to promote access to and utilization of affordable and quality health services and financial protection against health related risks.
The WCO-India programme of work supports the GOI in:
Providing technical support in developing national policies, strategies and programme activities in the area of Communicable Diseases as well as related to the implementation of the Internal Health Regulations (2005).
Contributing to strengthening the monitoring of the prevention and control of Communicable Diseases.
Facilitating the adoption of evidence based public health interventions in relevant areas and well as the transitioning of existing programs and health systems reforms and changes with a view to promote equity and accelerate the movement towards Universal Health Coverage.
Underlying Values and Core Functions of WHO
All the Member States of WHO South East Asia Region share the common value of the highest attainable standard of health as a fundamental human right. All of WHO actions are based on this and rooted in the underlying values of equity, solidarity and participation.
The seven-point global health agenda contained in WHO's Eleventh General Programme of Work (2006-2015) includes: (i) investing in health to reduce poverty; (ii) building individual and global health security; (iii) promoting universal coverage, gender equality and health related human rights; (iv) tackling determinants of health; (v) strengthening health systems and equitable access; (vi) harnessing knowledge, science and technology; and (vii) strengthening governance, leadership and accountability.
WHO's mandate revolves around six core functions: (i) providing leadership on global health matters; (ii) shaping the health research agenda; (iii) setting norms and standards; (iv) articulating evidence-based policy options; (v) providing technical support to countries; and (vi) monitoring and assessing health trends.
The South -East Asia Region of WHO is made up of 11 countries, with over 1.8 billion people, with India's population of 1.2 billion. The diversity of people and health situations requires, on the demand side, a solid understanding of the emerging socio-economic, epidemiologic and demographic patterns and trends at both aggregate as well as national and sub-national levels, with due sensitivity to disadvantaged populations and vulnerable segments of society. On the supply side, it is equally crucial to have a solid understanding of the commonalities and divergences of the health systems as well as of the circumstances and political economy under which they have evolved and operate.
Mission of the WHO Country Office for India
Within the framework of WHO's Country Cooperation Strategy, the mission of the WHO Country Office is to support India in: (i) developing and sustaining its own health policies, health systems and public health programmes; (ii) working to prevent and overcome threats to health; (iii) anticipating future challenges; and (iv) advocating public health.
Description of duties:
Under the overall guidance of the WHO Representative to India and the direct supervision of Coordinator, Health Programmes, with a view to help achieve the expected results set out in the relevant WCO-India biennial work plans in accordance with WHO's Country Cooperation Strategy with India (2012-2017), as a part of WCO- India team working on communicable diseases, the incumbent will have the following responsibilities to :
1.Provide technical contribution in the area of malaria and vector borne diseases and support to the WHO Country office team working on Communicable Diseases, facilitating the development and the implementation of the relevant work plans under the WHO-GOI collaborative programme and supporting the monitoring and evaluation of related activities.
2.Promote the generation of evidence on Malaria and other vector borne diseases and contribute to informed policy level decisions by government and provide cutting edge policy and technical advice. Help improve the information systems for malaria, vector borne diseases and other CDs and facilitate their integration into the national health information system.
3.Advise on matters regarding universal health coverage of malaria and vector borne diseases related services and foster the development of models on integrated service delivery for malaria and other CDs and NCDs.
4.Advise in strengthening and integrating, innovative private sector engagement models, research and innovations in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and care of malaria, vector borne diseases and other communicable diseases. Promote intersectoral collaboration in all relevant areas.
5.Provide technical assistance and support for the development and adaptation to the country context of the relevant WHO's normative work (including the production and/or adaptation of reports, guidelines, SOPs)
6.Liaise and coordinate with concerned technical units/ departments of MOH&FW, WHO/SEARO and WHO/HQ and with donor and development partners (UN and bilateral) to harmonise recommendations on policies and strategies related to malaria, vector borne disease and other communicable diseases.
7.Collaborate with MOH&FW in undertaking gap analyses and support capacity building efforts in these deficient areas to ensure that priorities are fulfilled.
8.Technically review contractual proposals, make recommendations to the supervisor regarding WHO's support, undertake necessary activities for mobilising necessary resources for implementation of workplans.
9.Support information brokering/exchange function of WCO India through contributions to the health information repository at the WCO India by collation, analysis and sharing of relevant health information and statistics.
10.Prepare administrative and technical reports and undertake any other tasks as may be assigned by the supervisors
Education:
Essential: University Degree in Health or Social Sciences, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Management or Economics
Desirable: Postgraduate degree (Master or PhD) in any of the above or a combination of training and experience. Diploma or certificate of postgraduate studies in communicable diseases, malaria or other vector borne diseases.
Functional Skills and Knowledge:
The incumbent should identify with the core values of the World Health Organization.
Thorough knowledge of the situation in India with regard to Malaria and Vector Borne Diseases with good understanding of country's needs and priorities, of issues and policies in various aspects of access to preventive services, care, treatment and rehabilitation. Very good knowledge of WHO policies, programmes and guidelines in the related areas.
Sound technical and policy advisory skills, based on evidence. Leadership skills with demonstrated ability to work effectively with government and colleagues in a team setting at national and international levels, to share information and data and make oral and written presentations on technical issues. Very good ability to build and maintain relations and network with national authorities and other stakeholders across relevant sectors. Understanding of the potential motivating factors within national context and ability to adjust to new approaches in an increasingly complex environment.
Modern management skills (performance measurement, team management, planning and evaluation, etc.). Capacity to prepare terms of reference and to prepare and monitor and manage the implementation of contractual agreements. Capacity to convey information and options in a structured and credible way; ability to speak and write clearly. Proficiency in computer applications and ability to draft reports.
Knowledge of WHO /UN agencies programmes and practices will be an advantage.
Competencies:
1. Teamwork
2. Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
3. Communication
4. Building and Promoting Partnerships across the organization
5. Ensuring the effective use of resources
Other skills: Excellent knowledge of computer applications; ability to make oral and written presentations on technical issues; and ability to write detailed, coherent, and concise briefing documents.
Experience:
Essential: At least five years of experience in implementing communicable diseases programmes, in health systems planning, evaluation and strategic analyses
Desirable: Experience of work in UN and/or other international organization. Track record in positions that required strong technical and evidence generation skills within multi-sectoral environment and in multi-disciplinary tasks with precise goals. Experience of vector borne control interventions at national or state level
Languages: Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English and knowledge of Hindi
Annual salary: (Net of tax) INR 2,489,962/- at single rate
Additional Information:
Experience: Min. 10 Years
Location: New Delhi, India
Industry Type: Pharma/ Biotech/Clinical Research
Contract type: Fixed-Term Appointment
Grade: NO-C
Vacancy Notice No: SE/CO/NPO/2016/TA2
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