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Job description
OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME
WHO Representative's Office supports the formulation, implementation and evaluation of National Health for all strategies; develops and manages the organization's programms of technical co-operation at country level and coordinates the organization's activities with those of other collaborators and with the Government's' National Health Programme
Description Of Duties
- Serves as WHO focal point for MNCAH activities in the country toliaise with, and provide support to, all relevant government departments and institutions.
- In collaboration with all agencies actively involved, assist the Ministry of Health to plan an effective MNCAH programme, advocating the integrated approach, within the PHC development process.
- In collaboration with the MNCAH Division, organize training seminars/workshops and meetings to train health personnel and to strengthen management at central, intermediate district and local levels.
- Networks with other related programmes (such as EPI, Malaria, HIV/AIDS, CDD, ARI and others) with the aim of improving maternal, neonatal,child, health and adolescent healthindicators.
- Promotes operational research on MNCAH and assist national officials at all levels and the community in the development of such projects.6.Monitors Global and AFRO indicators relating to Maternal, Neonatal, Child,Adolescent, Health and Development.
- Supports the Ministry of Health in planning and implementation a supplementary and therapeutic feeding programme and providing assistance in reproductive health intended to groups of vulnerable populations (young children, pregnant and lactating women and adolescent) affected by disasters.
- Prepares progress reports of activities undertaken.9.Performs other duties assigned by WR.
Required Qualifications
Education
Essential:
University Degree in Medicine, or other health-related fields and equivalent professional training.
Desirable:
Post graduate qualifications in Epidemiology,Specialised Training in child, new born and adolescent health.Public Health or Obstetrics/Gynaecology or paediatrics.
Experience
Essential:
At least5 years of practical experience in planning, implementing, monitoring and supervision of MNCAH activities at national level
Desirable:
Experience in working with bilateral or multilateral organizations in the country
Skills
- Knowledge of and experience in planning, project management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of various programs in pharmaceuticals, vaccines, and medical devices. Experience and proficiency in working with government and other partners in an effective and culturally competent manner.
- Proven effective verbal and written communication.Capacity to work strategically and under tight deadlines on a results-oriented basis.Ability to develop innovative approaches and solutions, and solve problems.Ability to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills by working harmoniously as a member of a team, adapting to diverse educational, socio-political and cultural backgrounds and maintaining a high standard of personal conduct.
- Basic computer skills including ability to utilize the standard Microsoft Office programs
WHO Competesncie
- Teamwork
- Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
- Communication
- Knowing and managing yourself
- Producing results
- Use of Language Skills
Essential:
Expert knowledge of English.
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