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Request for Proposal (RFP): Provide editing services to the Department of HIV/AIDS and Global Hepatitis Programme, in 2016-2017 (2016/HTM/HIV/005)

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Organization: World Health Organization
Closing date: 04 Mar 2016

The WHO programme on HIV is located in the HIV, TB and Malaria Cluster (HTM). The HIV and Hepatitis programme is guided by the Global Health Strategies for HIV and Hepatitis 2016-21. The new strategies are submitted to the Executive Board and World Assembly in respectively January and May 2016 for approval. The goal of the Secretariat’s draft strategy on HIV and Viral Hepatitis is to end the AIDS epidemic as a public health threat by 2030, within the context of ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all at all ages. Furthermore, it is aligned with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development: its focus is on ensuring financial security and health equity through its commitment to universal health coverage.

The WHO Department of HIV/AIDS, which includes the Global Hepatitis Programme (the Department), works to provide evidence-based, policy and technical support to Member States in scaling up HIV and hepatitis treatment, care and prevention services in developing countries. The Department located at the headquarters in Geneva coordinates organization-wide efforts on these health areas, working with regional and country offices as well as relevant departments at the Headquarters.

Advocacy and communication is a key pillar of the Department's work, and focuses on promoting the latest norms and standards, and implementation experiences through effective launch events, information products, publications and websites. During 2015, the Department developed over 80 publications, including normative guidelines, policy briefs, technical and meeting reports and scientific posters. These publications were launched at key events such as global HIV and Hepatitis conferences and congresses, and were disseminated among national and international partners, implementing agencies, policymakers, and WHO staff.

WHO guidelines and information products play important roles in improving and implementing effective HIV and hepatitis policies and programmes in developing countries. It is essential that these information products are conveyed in good quality and consistency of style, ensuring accuracy of the technical content resulting from professional writing, technical, copy-editing and proofreading.

The contractors will be required to work with Department staff upon receiving specific instructions for the nature of assignment. For writing of the publications, instructions should be provided on the nature of the document, objectives, target audiences, expected results, deadlines as well as background content. For editing and proofreading assignments, draft documents, their attachments as well background content should be provided along with specifications on the expected quality requirements and timelines for the assignment. While requirements for writing may be individually arranged depending on the product, for editing and proofreading, there are 4 accepted levels of such assignments established by WHO Press unit. WHO House Style should provide the editing guidance and contractors will be remunerated based on standard fees agreed by WHO. Here are the requirements for 4 levels of editing assignments:

Level I: Basic copyediting

• Enter editorial changes to text and tables electronically (using track changes if requested).

• Prepare a list of proposed changes to figures in Microsoft Word, or enter changes manually on a printed copy.

• Check spelling for correctness, conformity to WHO house style and consistency.

• Check grammar (verb–subject agreement, dangling participles, incorrect or unclear use of pronouns, etc.) and punctuation for correctness and consistency.

• Check that word usage is appropriate.

• Eliminate abbreviations as far as possible and ensure that essential abbreviations are spelled out at the first mention.

• Delete excessive italic, boldface and quotation marks.

• Ensure that numbers and units of measurement (SI units) are used appropriately and consistently, in accordance with WHO house style.

• Check spelling and presentation of Member States' names.

• Check other proper names (for cities, international conventions, conferences, nongovernmental organizations, named individuals, etc.).

• Edit chapter titles, subheadings and table and figure legends for brevity, consistency and parallel construction, and check numbering if appropriate.

• Check formatting of chapters, sections, subsections, paragraphs, lists (e.g. with bullet points) and table and figure captions for consistency.

• Check that references have been cited in the correct sequence.

• Ensure that WHO house style has been used for reference lists/bibliographies and that the information for each reference is complete.

• Ensure that all cross-references to chapters, sections, subsections, tables and figures are correct.

• Monitor paragraph length and content. Eliminate verbatim repetition of text, tables or figures and cut out redundant passages.

• Check for and eliminate or query discriminatory language.

• Edit or prepare a table of contents.

• Respond to queries from WHO translation unit if the document is being translated.

• (Optional) Mark up a hard copy of the text with all necessary instructions for the typesetter/layout specialist.

Level II. Technical editing

• In addition to requirements for the Level I, the editor should:

• Establish the purpose and intended readership of the material to be edited and ensure that the writing style is appropriate.

• Ensure that technical terms are used precisely and in accordance with the recommendations of WHO and other international bodies.

• Question possible factual errors.

• Consider and query what might have been omitted, with the aim of achieving a balanced and effective document.

• Identify and take appropriate action regarding material that shows undue bias, is politically or legally sensitive, or whose publication would be prejudicial to the best interests of WHO or any of its Member States.

• Improve the presentation and wording so that the text is easier to read and understand. Check overall structure and suitability of headings. Simplify technical language, eliminate jargon and introduce definitions when needed. Rewrite long complicated sentences. Eliminate verbosity, pomposity and discriminatory language. Ensure that there is no ambiguity in the language used – English is not the mother tongue of many readers and the text may be translated into other languages.

• Eliminate unnecessary and repeated material.

• Check that the titles of references cited correspond to the subject matter in the text at the point of citation.

• Advise on the selection and effective use of tables, illustrations, text boxes, footnotes and annexes. Ensure that they prove their point and that any text included is edited (for technical reasons it is preferable to edit figures only on hard copy and not on screen). Make the presentation of similar data consistent. Check that any tables, figures and annexes are correctly cited in the text. Check that the main text correctly reflects the information given in tables and figures, and that any simple mathematical calculations (e.g. column totals) are correct.

• Make suggestions on layout, as appropriate.

• Complete a style sheet as a record of decisions taken concerning spelling, hyphenation, format, etc.

• Compile a list of queries (e.g. regarding technical errors and ambiguities, inconsistencies and faulty logic) for the author as a separate list or embedded in the text using the comments facility, as requested. For long or complex assignments, it is advisable to send a list of queries after editing each chapter or section, as appropriate.

• Revise the material to take into account the author's responses to editorial queries.

• (Optional) Draft or edit a back-cover text (blurb), if applicable.

Level III. Rigorous substantive (developmental) editing

In addition to requirements for the Level I and II, the editor will be required to:

• Monitor overall structure for logical flow and balance and advise/consult on how to rectify if necessary.

• Rewrite, reorganize or shorten the text as needed to improve its logical structure or argument and make communication more effective, taking into account the target readership.

• Write new text as needed.

• Suggest different ways of presenting material when necessary.

• Revise the material to take account of comments of reviewers and additional material supplied by the author.

The detailed timeframe and production plans will be arranged individually for each product.

Key requirements for this assignment:

Essential: Previous track record of writing, editing or copy-editing for WHO/ or international agencies. Familiarity with WHO House style and editing rules.

Desirable: Inclusion in WHO Press roster for recommended writers and editors. With excellent communication and writing skills in English, familiarity and experience with WHO publishing rules, and experiences or in the field of HIV or hepatitis would be an asset.

The work is estimated for a period between 1 April 2016-31 December 2016.


How to apply:

Submission of proposals: (please refer to the link below for all RFP required documents)https://www.ungm.org/Public/Notice/42845

No later than 4 March 2016, 17:00 (CET), the bidder shall complete and return by either email or hard copy to WHO:

a) Covering letter signed by the bidder or the respective authority when the bidder is not an individual.

b) Proposal (including, but not restricted to, technical and financial documents).

c) “2016HTMHIV005_3_RFP Confidentiality Undertaking (PDI editing)” form completed/signed.

d) “2016HTMHIV005_4_RFP Acknowledgement Form (PDI editing)” form completed/signed as confirmation of the bidder's intention to submit a bona fide proposal and designate its representative to whom communications may be directed, including any addenda.

e) “2016HTMHIV005*5* RFP Acceptance Form (PDI editing)” form completed/signed.

f) “2016HTMHIV005_6_RFP Completeness Form (PDI editing)” form completed/signed.

A prospective bidder requiring any clarification on technical, contractual or commercial matters may notify WHO via email at the following address no later than 26 February 2016, 12:00 CET.

· Email for submissions of forms and/or proposal: pdifin@who.int (use subject: Bid Ref 2016HTMHIV005)

· Mailing address for submission of proposal:

World Health Organization ­­­­Mr. Jerome Peron HQ/HIV, PDI/FIN, D45034 Bid Ref: 2016HTMHIV005 20, Avenue Appia CH-1211 Geneva 27


South Sudan: Consultancy BIOMEDICAL TECHNICIAN

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Organization: World Health Organization
Country: South Sudan
Closing date: 29 Feb 2016

Background:

South Sudan, the newest nation in the world, has an estimated population of 9,297,254 which includes 1,952,423 children under the age of five years and 2,324,314 women of child bearing age. The newly independent country suffers from one of worst burden of the high rates of mortality, fertility and under-nutrition. The Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) and under-five mortality rates (U5MR) stand at 75 and 105 per 1000 live births respectively.[1]

In responding to this high mortality and morbidity rates in the country, WHO with funding from the DFATD is implementing the comprehensive Emergency Obstetrics Care Project that aimed to make CEmONC services available 24/7; The project is implemented in six states referral hospitals and it includes construction of maternity complexes.

Purpose of the Post

To provide technical support to the DFATD maternal child health project, back stopped the chief engineer of the project and supervise the construction of maternity complexes in Aweil, Kwajork and Torit counties in South Sudan.

Under the overall guidance of the Project Manager, Chief Engineer and Operation officer, the consultant will work closely with Hospital administrators and technicians to carry out the following main duties:

Biomedical equipment inventory

  • Inventory of biomedical equipment in use on the wards

  • Inventory of spare parts and consumables on the wards.

Energy status

  • Analysis of energy reviews based on generator capacity

  • Status of electrical protection (people, equipment and circuits)

  • Check electrical grounding

Interventions

  • Biomedical equipment repair

  • Set up maintenance monitoring according to maintenance manual (*planning, spare parts lists and technical files*)

HR

  • Train field logistician and biomedical technician through tutoring

ELECTRICAL

§ Assess the electrical installations identifying problems and needs covering all the aspects mentioned in the electricity policy.

§ Assess electrical material and determine quality standards.

§ Localize possible a focal persons –together with HR department- to implement, install or follow the works.

§ Assess the local company’s capacity to carry out electrical installations with a minimum quality according MSF protocols and the possibility of subcontracting electrical works.

§ Elaborate electrical sketches for dual power supply by solar and generator to be followed by contractors or implementing workers.

§ Develop maintenance schedule for focal person

Water supply

· Plans and organises the supply and treatment of water to ensure quality in assigned projects site following water hygiene and sanitation standard protocols in force

· Ensures the proper follow up of water treatments instructions

· Monitors the consumption of water and reactive agents.

· Checks the good maintenance of the supply material installed in the field

· Plans the material maintenance with the technicians

· Being the technical reference person for all water supply

Sanitation

· Plans and organises the installation of toilets the assigned construction facilities

· Give training to ensures a proper monitoring of the maintenance and hygiene of these toilets

· Give technical support supervision on Plans and organises the construction of drainage systems and treatment of used water

Waste Management

· Supervise the construction of waste management area respecting different waste treatment disposal in a assigned health structure

· Give technical support to contractors on construction of waste management area and supervise Plans and organises the waste management per facility and/or department

· Ensures the implementation of protocols for waste treatment according to waste management standard are respected in day by day implementation , give trainings on proper waste segregation to its nature

· Checks that the water, hygiene and sanitation material is properly stocked

· Ensure the supply and provision of waste bins for proper waste segregation in a assigned project health structure

· Give training on medical waste management and treatment in a assigned project health structure

· Give Technical support on construction of de- Montfort incinerator

· Give Technical support on construction of a sharp pit and reducer

· Prepared the project construction work chart chronogram together with the contractor - daily work with the Work Supervisor(s) and Foremen

Building site supervision

· Checks that the work is carried out correctly, following Timelines, protocols and the project’s specifications

· Carries out quality control on the construction site (provides reports regularly)

· Regular reporting

REPORTING

Weekly and monthly reporting of all the areas of work

Develop maintenance logbook for all areas for the focal persons in each state

FIELD VISITS (6 states)

Maximum 20 -22 days per month in the field

Education

Diploma in Electrical Engineering, biomedical engineering with specialization in electrical installation

Language:

  • Excellent written and communication skills in English
  • Knowledge of Arabic is an asset

Experience

Min. 5 years of relevant experience at national and international level

Duration of the post: 6months with probability of extension


How to apply:

Send your CV and application to denaries@who.int with a copy to pauls@who.int
Please specify in the subject line of the email the title of the position and add WHO Maternal Child Health South Sudan

Governance Coordinator

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Organization: Family for Every Child
Closing date: 13 Mar 2016

About us

We are Family for Every Child, a global alliance of national civil society organisations working together to improve the life of vulnerable children worldwide. We believe that, to reach their full potential, children have the right to grow up in a safe family environment.

What makes our alliance unique is that it brings together grassroots organisations from around the world that have a deep understanding of the local challenges and needs of children and families in their communities, in their countries, in their culture. Together, we have a stronger international, regional and national voice to advocate for change for the children in their countries, we learn from each other, we cooperate in projects together and with external partners, and we carry out context-based research that helps us advance our cause for children.

Our work is supported by a small but engaged and diverse team of professionals based around the globe. We value the diverse talent within our team. We have a genuinely friendly and supportive culture and understand how important it is to balance work and life. Our people are committed to doing their best and welcome the challenges and development opportunities our work creates.

About the job

The key focus of this role is to coordinate and support the governance of Family, from preparing annual schedules to working with high-level stakeholders to plan meetings. The role also includes event planning for our annual General Assembly.

About you
You will have experience of working with Senior Management and Trustees, and be comfortable working with people from different cultures, preferably grassroots organisations around the world. You will be efficient and extremely flexible, able to adapt to changing priorities and goals.


How to apply:

If you believe you are the person we are looking for, we want to hear from you! Please visit our website to read the full Job Description and complete the online application form.

http://www.familyforeverychild.org/vacancy/governance-coordinator/

In line with our Child Protection policy, candidates will be asked about Child Protection in the interview, and appointment is subject to background checks.

Please note that you must have the right to work in the country that you intend to work from. Family for Every Child does not provide work permits.

Somalia: Data Assistant

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Organization: World Health Organization
Country: Somalia
Closing date: 17 Mar 2016

VACANCY NOTICE NO.WHOSOM2016/03

INTERNAL / EXTERNAL

TITLE : Data Assistant

GRADE : G5

OFFICIAL STATION (COUNTRY) : Mogadishu, Somalia

ORGANIZATIONAL : Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean (EMRO)
LOCATION/UNIT Office of the WHO Representative, Somalia.

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME :Toeradicate Polio from Somalia by the year 2018 through routine and supplementary immunization and high quality AFP surveillance system. To reduce morbidity and mortality from other expanded program on Immunization target diseases (EPI).

The purpose of the post :To maintain database for Polio eradication and other activities in Somalia.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL:

  1. Collect and collate all reports on Vaccine Preventable Diseases and Immunization (VPI)/AFP surveillance activities related to all zones of the country, including surveys and monthly activity reports. This also covers review, verification, organization, entering and managing data received at district, regional and provincial, zonal level as well as rendering information as requested.
  2. Archive any incoming reports directly to the retrieval system database and undertake regular maintenance.
  3. Respond to incoming requests and correspondences and organizing Expert Review Group (ERG) and other country office PEI/EPI meetings/conferences
  4. Assist with the training of polio and EPI staff on issues of data analysis and act as a liaison for assisting field staff in their data supply to WHO Somalia.
  5. Maintain and update a centralized documentation cell at the main PEI/EPI office through accurate record keeping system (soft and hard copies) for all program related reports, proposals and data for the purpose of Somalia polio certification process; ensuring that data entry is complete and that information is entered accurately and on time.
  6. Collect and compile data and reports; prepare graphs, tables, maps, for presenting information/data on SIAs (NIDs and CHDs) as well as measles surveillance in South Central Somalia..
  7. Distribute progress/activity reports/bulletin to authorities, partners, donors and other stakeholders.
  8. Regularly update the PEI/EPI section of the WHO Somalia website on issues of VPI/ AFP Surveillance.
  9. Perform other duties related to area of work.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

EDUCATION
AND SKILLS: Essential: Completion of secondary school education supplemented by training in Data analysis.

Desirable: University degree or diploma on data management and or IT from an accredited institute.

• Good knowledge of WHO rules, manuals, practices/procedures and routines.
• - Good filing and organizational skills.
• - Good analytical skills, multitasking and adaptability to challenging situations
• - Ability to translate routine correspondence.
• - Producing and delivering quality results in pressing situations and conflicting priorities.
• - Skills in organizing training programs in data collection and preliminary data processing

  • Keen attention to details, especially regarding data accuracy
    Other Considerations:

  • Ability to operate PC and good knowledge of Microsoft applications.

  • Knowledge of GSM/Oracle applications is an asset.

EXPERIENCE Essential: At least 6 years of relevant practical experiences in database processing

Desirable: Work experience with UN organisations / agencies or international institutions

LANGUAGES

COMPETENCIES Very good knowledge of English and the local language.

1) Producing results
2) Setting an example
3) Communication in an effective and credible way

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 17 March 2016

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE MADE IN WRITING (on Form WHO 1.2 in this link:http://www.emro.who.int/images/stories/jordan/documents/PHF.doc?ua=1) AND SENT TO:

WHO REPRESENTATIVE OFFICE

TEL: +254 20 5121596
E-MAIL: recruitment@nbo.emro.who.int

ONLY CANDIDATES UNDER SERIOUS CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED FOR INTERVIEW AND TEST.

ANY APPOINTMENT/EXTENSION OF APPOINTMENT IS SUBJECT TO WHO STAFF REGULATIONS, STAFF RULES AND MANUAL.


How to apply:

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE MADE IN WRITING (on Form WHO 1.2 in this link:http://www.emro.who.int/images/stories/jordan/documents/PHF.doc?ua=1) AND SENT TO:

WHO REPRESENTATIVE OFFICE

TEL: +254 20 5121596
E-MAIL: recruitment@nbo.emro.who.int

Somalia: Data Assistant

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Organization: World Health Organization
Country: Somalia
Closing date: 17 Mar 2016

VACANCY NOTICE NO.WHOSOM2016/02

INTERNAL / EXTERNAL

TITLE : Data Assistant

GRADE : G5

OFFICIAL STATION (COUNTRY) : Hargeisa, Somalia

ORGANIZATIONAL : Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean (EMRO)
LOCATION/UNIT Office of the WHO Representative, Somalia.

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME :To eradicate Polio from Somalia by the year 2018 through routine and supplementary immunization and high quality AFP surveillance system. To reduce morbidity and mortality from other expanded program on Immunization target diseases (EPI).

The purpose of the post :Tomaintain database for Polio eradication and other activities in Somalia.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL:

  1. Collect and collate all reports on polio SIAs (Supplementary Immunization Activities) / Vaccine Preventable Diseases and Immunization(VPI) from all zones in Somalia with close collaboration with zonal data assistants. This also covers review, verification, organization, entering and managing data received at district, regional and provincial level as well as rendering information as requested.
  2. Archive any incoming reports directly to the retrieval system database and undertake regular maintenance.
  3. Respond to incoming requests and correspondences and organizing Expert Review Group (ERG) and other country office PEI/EPI meetings/conferences

  4. Assist with the training of polio and EPI staff on SIA data, Independent monitoring, Lot Quality Assurance Sampling analysis, and reporting, and act as a liaison for assisting field staff in their data supply to WHO Somalia in Nairobi and the remaining zones of Somalia.

  5. Maintain and update a centralized documentation cell at the main PEI/EPI office through accurate record keeping system (soft and hard copies) for all program related reports, proposals and data for the purpose of Somalia polio certification process; ensuring that data entry is complete and that information is entered accurately and on time.

  6. Collect and compile data and reports; prepare graphs, tables, maps, for presenting information/data on SIAs /NIDs(National Immunization Days ) and CHDs(Child Health Days))’

  7. Distribute progress/activity reports/bulletin to authorities, partners, donors and other stakeholders.

  8. Regularly update the PEI/EPI for WHO Somalia website.

  9. Perform other duties related to area of work.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

EDUCATION
AND SKILLS: Essential: Completion of secondary school education supplemented by training in Data analysis.

Desirable: University degree or diploma on data management and or IT from an accredited institute.

• Good knowledge of WHO rules, manuals, practices/procedures and routines.
• - Good filing and organizational skills.
• - Good analytical skills, multitasking and adaptability to challenging situations
• - Ability to translate routine correspondence.
• - Producing and delivering quality results in pressing situations and conflicting priorities.
• - Skills in organizing training programs in data collection and preliminary data processing

  • Keen attention to details, especially regarding data accuracy
    Other considerations:

  • Ability to operate PC and good knowledge of Microsoft applications.

  • Knowledge of GSM/Oracle applications is an asset.

EXPERIENCE Essential: At least 6 years of relevant practical experiences in database processing

Desirable: Work experience with UN organizations / agencies or international institutions

LANGUAGES

COMPETENCIES Very good knowledge of English and the local language.

1) Producing results
2) Setting an example
3) Communication in an effective and credible way

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 17 March 2016

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE MADE IN WRITING (on Form WHO 1.2 in this link:http://www.emro.who.int/images/stories/jordan/documents/PHF.doc?ua=1) AND SENT TO:

WHO REPRESENTATIVE OFFICE

TEL: +254 20 5121596
E-MAIL: recruitment@nbo.emro.who.int

ONLY CANDIDATES UNDER SERIOUS CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED FOR INTERVIEW AND TEST.

ANY APPOINTMENT/EXTENSION OF APPOINTMENT IS SUBJECT TO WHO STAFF REGULATIONS, STAFF RULES AND MANUAL.


How to apply:

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE MADE IN WRITING (on Form WHO 1.2 in this link:http://www.emro.who.int/images/stories/jordan/documents/PHF.doc?ua=1) AND SENT TO:

WHO REPRESENTATIVE OFFICE

TEL: +254 20 5121596
E-MAIL: recruitment@nbo.emro.who.int

Somalia: Administrative Assistant (HR)

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Organization: World Health Organization
Country: Somalia
Closing date: 17 Mar 2016

VACANCY NOTICE NO.WHOSOM2016/01

INTERNAL / EXTERNAL

TITLE : Administrative Assistant (HR)

GRADE : G5

OFFICIAL STATION (COUNTRY) : Hargeisa, Somalia

ORGANIZATIONAL : Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean (EMRO)
LOCATION/UNIT Office of the WHO Representative, Somalia.

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME :To eradicate Polio from Somalia by the year 2018 through routine and supplementary immunization and high quality AFP surveillance system. To reduce morbidity and mortality from other expanded program on Immunization target diseases (EPI).

The purpose of the post :To provide a variety of administrative support for POL, including human resource and Administrative work for the assigned projects: coordinating, monitoring and administrating the efficient daily running of the work and support of project/programme activities; and maintain database for POLIO eradication and other activities in Somalia.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL:

  1. Respond to and act on telephone enquiries in a timely manner, assess the critical nature of technical issues and direct them to appropriate staff for reply, coordinate appointments for supervisors
  2. Provide full administrative support to the assigned programme; draft, review and revise correspondence, reports, presentations, and documents and content in consultation with the supervisor, ensure compliance with WHO Style Guide, independently compose correspondence of administrative nature, take notes at meetings, provides informal interpretation/ translation when required.
  3. Scan, record, refer and follow up correspondence and documents, evaluate the urgency or critical nature bringing them to the attention of the responsible staff. Inform and remind responsible staff of follow-up dates, response or specific actions, supplying supporting material as appropriate.

  4. To keep up-dated list of names and addresses of government and institution officials, international organizations and non-governmental organizations.

  5. Finalize all administrative and logistics preparations required for the organization of (working groups, seminars/courses, workshops) and pay per diem to participants as appropriate (if needed); arrange for video conferences with the Regional Office, HQ, other countries and partners

  6. Maintain office records and reference files on polio programme.

  7. Administer the recruitment of staff and non-staff, publish vacancy announcements, screen applicants, and finalize necessary arrangements for tests/interviews, conduct reference checks and initiate necessary appointment actions, finalize contractual arrangements for Special Service Agreements (SSAs), Consultants and Agreements for performance of work (APWs) through the procurement module.

  8. In collaboration with HR/EMRO; monitor expiration of all types of POL staff and non-staff contracts; initiate extensions, separations and other staffing actions in GSM; attach necessary documents, check availability of funds, and follow up with different stakeholders timely finalization of actions.

  9. Administer the attendance system and GSM absence dashboard, update and maintain leave records for staff and non-staff (SSA holders, consultants, etc.), including:

  10. verifying leaves claimed in GSM against the records of the Time and Attendance system,alert staff in case of any discrepancy andinform supervisors of excess leaves/absence;

  11. submitting leave requests on behalf of absent staff members, and following up with staff to ensure confirmation of leaves in GSM;

  12. Responding to staff queries related to leave system and coordinating with Global Service Centre (GSC) and Human Resources (HR) to solve any related issues.

  13. Follow up with concerned units/stakeholders on necessary arrangements regarding, travel, visas, residency permits, security clearances, travel authorizations, UN ID’s, hotel bookings for staff and non-staff.

  14. Update and maintain HR confidential files (electronic and hard copies), including performance appraisal records, ensure confidentiality, and provide related statistical information and reports as and when necessary, follow up with staff and non-staff the timely submission of Performance Management reports.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

EDUCATION
AND SKILLS: Essential: Completion of secondary school education supplemented by administrative training including training in human resources management

Desirable: University degree in business administration or related field is an asset.

• Demonstrated knowledge and application of human resources management policies and procedures
• Very good time management and stress management skills.
• Very good communication skills and analytical skills
• Good knowledge of WHO/UN procedures and HR practices as applicable to the administrative level an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to translate routine correspondence.

Other considerations:

  • Very goo- Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
  • Demonstrated ability to operate Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Oracle systems is an asset.

EXPERIENCE Essential: At least five years’ progressive experience in the area of administration,including experience in HR management

Desirable: Work experience with UN organizations / agencies or international institutions.

LANGUAGES

COMPETENCIES Very good knowledge of English and the local language. French is an asset.

1) Producing results
2) Setting an example
3) Communication in an effective and credible way
4) Moving forward in a changing environment

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 17 March 2016

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE MADE IN WRITING (on Form WHO 1.2 in this link:http://www.emro.who.int/images/stories/jordan/documents/PHF.doc?ua=1) AND SENT TO:

WHO REPRESENTATIVE OFFICE

TEL: +254 20 5121596
E-MAIL: recruitment@nbo.emro.who.int

ONLY CANDIDATES UNDER SERIOUS CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED FOR INTERVIEW AND TEST.

ANY APPOINTMENT/EXTENSION OF APPOINTMENT IS SUBJECT TO WHO STAFF REGULATIONS, STAFF RULES AND MANUAL.


How to apply:

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE MADE IN WRITING (on Form WHO 1.2 in this link:http://www.emro.who.int/images/stories/jordan/documents/PHF.doc?ua=1) AND SENT TO:

WHO REPRESENTATIVE OFFICE

TEL: +254 20 5121596
E-MAIL: recruitment@nbo.emro.who.int

South Sudan: Construction Supervisor

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Organization: World Health Organization
Country: South Sudan
Closing date: 15 Mar 2016

Position Title: Construction Supervisor

Duty Station: South Sudan

Classifications: Appointment for Performance for Work (APW)

Type of Duration: Special short term

Six Months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As Soon as Possible

Closing Date: 15th March 2016

Reference Code: MNCH2016/APW Engineer

Project Description:

WHO with funding from the Department of Foreign Affairs Trade and Development (DFATD) is providing support to the Ministry of Health south Sudan in reducing maternal and neonatal mortality by building maternal waiting homes maternity complexes (theatre and labour ward), providing technical, operational and organizational capacity to help high risk mothers stay in accessible locations as waiting home until the expected dates of deliveries.

Since then considerable progress have been made with completion of maternity complex in Bor (Jonglei State), Wau (Maternal Waiting Home & Maternity Complex) and Yambio (Maternal waiting Home & Theatre); thereby completing the first phase of the project. The second phase of the project has begun with the remaining constructions in Aweil, Torit and Kwajork.

In congruent with this WHO is seeking application from qualified local contractor for the position of site engineer to supervise the construction works in each of the above state hubs.

Scope of Work, Responsibilities andDeliverable

The Construction Supervisor will regularly travel throughout the Country of Service for the Supervision of works as instructed by the MCH Programme Officer.

Latest construction management principles are to be implemented that will ensure the constructions works are completed on time, within budget and the required quality is achieved

Any delays or cost overruns that can either be prevented or mitigated are to be quickly reported and suggested acceptable solutions to be implemented;

Close monitoring and on-site supervision of works is to be undertaken, including the contract administration for the works, technical advice and assistance to contracted companies and labour;

Measurement and recommendation for payment is to be given for completed works;

Provide training to national personnel and contractor’s personnel and advise on good construction practices;

Advise on good environmental practices and controls during construction and mitigate environmental impacts of the works;

Advise on correct safety standards and create awareness amongst contracted firms and Construction Supervisors of their responsibilities to the public and work associates.

Reporting: The Construction Supervisor will report directly to the Project Manager

Quantity Surveyor’s role:

1.1 To undertake cost analysis for building project work;

1.2 To assist in establishing a client's requirements and undertaking feasibility studies;

1.3 To perform risk analysis, value management and cost control;

1.4 To identify, analyze and develop responses to commercial risks;

1.5 To provide advice on contractual claims;

1.6 To analyze outcomes and writing detailed progress reports;

1.7 To value completed work and arranging payments;

1.8 To understand the implications of health and safety regulations.

Construction Supervisor’s role:

2.1 The specific objectives of this Technical Assistance assignment are to carry out the Civil Works Supervision in full compliance with the relevant international construction standard adapted to South Sudan environment:

2.2 To give the MCH program adequate support and strength in monitoring the implementation of the Contract for the Civil Works and Supplies for the 3 working sites.

2.3 To assure that the Civil Works are done in compliance with the relevant State territorial arrangement acts.

2.4 To assure that the relevant documentation is prepared and provided to the MCH Program management.

2.6 To assure that using permit for the ready built structures is issued by the responsible authorities.

2.7 To advise on the maintenance costs of specific buildings.

2.8 To produce a comprehensive report of other constructions undertaken

2.9 To carry out any other task related to the Direction and Supervision of the works as may be requested by the PIU

Required Deliverable

3.1 Advice on Approved Detailed Programme drafted by the contracted company for the Civil Works for each and other site;

3.2 Civil Works executed according to the approved programme/time-schedule

3.3 Approved Working Drawings prepared by the Contractor for the Works according to the Tender Dossier;

Functional Competencies:

· Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills, ability to work in a team;

· Excellent analytical skills and the capacity to comprehend technical and strategic documentation, interpret and read architecture drawings

· Openness to change and ability to receive/integrate feedback;

· Ability to work under pressure and stressful situations, and to meet tight deadlines;

· Strong analytical, reporting and writing abilities;

· Capacity to establish and maintain excellent relationships with key partners;

· presentation skills;

· Good computer skills.

Required Qualifications

Education

University degree in the above field with four years of relevant professional experience required.

Master degree in Engineering is an advantage

Experience

At least four years of experience in construction engineering

Field experience in construction of hospitals and other health facilities for rural areas in the context of projects/programmes supported by UN agencies, international or national NGOs or the private sector in developing countries or countries with economies in transition. Working Experience in at least 1 such project in South Sudan is required;

Knowledge and experience in the preparation of technical communications is desirable;

Experience in working with national Ministries and partners in developing/reviewing plans and monitoring of constructions standards is desirable

Language:

· Excellent writing and oral communication skills in English.

Travel:

· Juba Base with extensive travel to other project sites

Fees:

· The incumbent will receive lump sum monthly rate of his/her all-inclusive daily rate.


How to apply:

Application (CV & Cover letter) should be sent by email to denaries@who.int with copy to gargarm@who.int& pauls@who.int . The subject heading of your email should read: APW construction Supervisor with the above reference code

Information Analyst: Disease Surveillance and Response in Emergencies

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Organization: World Health Organization
Closing date: 20 Mar 2016

Information Analyst: Disease Surveillance and Response in Emergencies

Duration

1 April to 30 September 2016 (6 months).

Location

Work from home (except for below indicated travel), preferably in European location due to time zone and proximity (No DSA).

Travel: Ethiopia (approx. 2 weeks in total); South Sudan (approx. 2 week in total); (DSA provided in line with WHO rules and regulations).

Background

Humanitarian emergencies often involve the displacement of large numbers of people. Those affected are frequently settled in temporary locations with high population densities, inadequate food and shelter, unsafe water, poor sanitation and lack of infrastructure. These circumstances can increase the risk of transmission of communicable diseases and other conditions, and can thus lead to increased mortality. In particular, epidemic-prone diseases can be a major cause of morbidity and mortality during emergencies.

Rapid detection and prompt response to epidemics among the affected population is a key priority during humanitarian crises. During humanitarian emergencies, existing national public health surveillance systems may be underperforming, disrupted or non-existent; they may quickly become overwhelmed to adequately meet surveillance information needs of a humanitarian emergency.

One of the most immediate responses to an emergency is, therefore, to establish an early warning system to detect and react rapidly to suspected disease outbreaks. Collection of essential, minimal data on selected diseases and the timely, rapid analysis of trends is key to this activity.

Purpose of the assignment

WHO is seeking an information analyst to strengthen the collection, reporting and analysis of communicable disease data in Ethiopia and South Sudan. The aim is to support the national health systems in both countries to detect, confirm and respond to outbreaks of epidemic prone-diseases.

In collaboration with WHO HQ, Regional Office and Country Offices in Ethiopia and South Sudan the consultant will be involved in the following duties:

  1. Support the scale up of information systems to support disease surveillance, alert and response.

  2. Support the development of automated analysis and publication of information products, such as Weekly Epidemiological Bulletins.

  3. Support the implementation of mobile data collection to enhance core functions for surveillance and response (including incident and alert management, case investigation and confirmation, reporting, outbreak response, and feedback) at national and sub-national levels.

  4. Ensure the interoperability of the data collected with other systems, for example national laboratory-based surveillance network and the national Health Management Information System (HMIS).

  5. Provide recommendations on how data management processes at national level could be strengthened and sustained.

Expected key deliverables

  1. Complete field work in Ethiopia and South Sudan, for approximately 2 weeks each, to support training and scale up of information systems to support disease surveillance.

  2. Design and implement automated templates for Weekly Epidemiological Bulletins in both countries.

  3. Design and implement systems to provide routine performance monitoring in both countries, including completeness and timeliness of reporting.

  4. Provide a written report to describe the information processes and infrastructure needed to ensure interoperability with other key systems at country level.

Duration

The consultancy contract will last for 6 months, from 1 April to 30 September 2016.

It will be mostly home based, with mission travel to Ethiopia and South Sudan expected to take place in April and May 2016.

Qualifications and Experience

At least 5 years experience in information management, graphic design, web and/or software development.

Experience with programming languages such as Java, Python, Javascript.

Degree in graphic design, computer science or other related field.

Prior experience working with UN and field-based information projects is highly desirable.

Ability to work independently.

Ideally, good knowledge of WHO processes and the international emergency preparedness and response system.

Language

Excellent language skills in English


How to apply:

Applications should be submitted to parkkalil@who.int before close of business on: 20 March 2016.

Evaluation process

Qualified candidates are requested to submit:

  1. Cover letter/application.

  2. Financial quote at a monthly rate in US Dollars, excluding all taxes.

  3. Curriculum Vitae

  4. At least 2 References

  5. P11 form

Please indicate your availability and monthly rate to undertake the terms of reference above.

Applications submitted without a monthly rate will not be considered.


Somalia: The STEPS National Coordinator

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Organization: World Health Organization
Country: Somalia
Closing date: 03 Apr 2016

Background The goal of the steps survey is to establish a baseline database on which future trends of NCDs and its main risk factors in Somalia can be developed. It is expected to generate a reliable set of data that the country would utilize as a gauge to undertake health policy and related future planning interventions. This consultancy is needed to ensure smooth coordination and implementation of STEPS survey according to a set of international standards developed by WHO throughout the different stages of the survey. Goal: To provide the country with baseline data about the NCDs morbidity and their modifiable risk factors in adult population aged 18-69 years of Sudan Expected outcomes

  1. Comprehensive implementation plan including logistics, timeline and estimated budget
  2. Study protocol including sample design , size and selection method
  3. Trained field workers ( data collectors and supervisors)
  4. Data collected, aggregated, cleaned and weighted by statistical authority or consultant for next phase of analysis

TORs

  1. Write the survey proposal in consultation with focal points of the national technical committee
  2. Adapt the survey tools and training materials according to STEPS standard protocol; questionnaire including core, expanded and optional questions and country specific questions,
  3. Monitor the survey progress, assist in meeting emerging problem, oversees and manage specific and potentially unforeseen needs and related planning and implementation problems of three micro-zone areas of the country
  4. Monitor the progress of the survey and report to WHO CO and EMRO in follow up calls and in writing as needed
  5. Facilitate and provide necessary support to Technical Committee meetings
  6. Contribute to training workshops and follow up meetings at national level
  7. Training of survey administrators and supervisors
  8. Coordinate with WHO on all stages of survey planning and implementation
  9. Assist in translating the survey findings into policies and programmes;

Qualifications and Experience: • A post-graduate degree preferably in public health, operational research, epidemiology or related field in social science, • Public health experience especially in NCDs or related area; • Expertise in surveillance and undertaking surveys • Demonstrated experience in facilitation and research expertise including development of survey protocols, • Demonstrated experience in communication and coordination of development projects and proven project management skills • Advanced report-writing skills in English and ability to communicate in Somali language preferable.

Duration of assignment The consultancy will be for 4 months starting 1 May 2016, subject to extension 1-2 months if needed. Deliverables: 1- Study plan 2- Sample plan 3- Complete survey Data set (weighted and unweighted) Payment: This will be calculated base on WHO monthly rate for National officers; the exact grade to be considered will be decided based on qualifications and years of experience.


How to apply:

Send your application to:

recruitment@nbo.emro.who.int

almudhwahim@who.int

rizwanh@who.int

Lao People's Democratic Republic (the): "Technical Officer, P4, Malaria, other Vectorborne and Parasitic Diseases, WHO Lao PDR" (5.5 months)

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Organization: World Health Organization
Country: Lao People's Democratic Republic (the)
Closing date: 07 Apr 2016

Purpose of the post:

To expand the implementation of the Malaria, Vectorborne and Parasitic strategy and strengthen disease control by: applying effective strategies and policies, including those related to co- infection and multi-drug resistance; increasing the involvement of communities, health-care providers, nongovernmental organizations and corporate partners, through increased country support and strong partnerships; and to strengthen surveillance, monitoring and evaluation.

Specific duties:

Under the overall direction of the WHO Representative and technical guidance of the relevant Regional Office counterparts to Technical officer:

  1. Provides technical support in programme management by working with counterparts in the preparation of work plans, action plans, budgets, procurement specifications and reports as required by the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria(GFATM), covering the following functions:

  2. Conducts therapeutic efficacy studies for the monitoring of resistance to antimalarial drugs, and for the review of national malaria treatment policies and the eventual update of these guidelines;

  3. Implements malaria Village Health Worker activities for early and correct diagnosis and treatment of malaria, including monitoring & evaluation, and establish innovative village-based interventions in malaria endemic vulnerable communities that are currently under-served;

  4. Strengthens epidemiological surveillance through periodic re-mapping and re- stratification of malaria which involves collaboration with both government and private development projects;

  5. Works on the improvement of the national malaria information system, in cooperation with the national health information system (HIS);

  6. In coordination with the Global Fund Malaria Technical Working Group develops guidelines/SOPs and ensures their implementation at central and provincial levels;

  7. Implements a Public-Private Mix for malaria control service delivery;

  8. Provides guidance to technical partners for entomological surveillance and related activities, and conducts nationwide malaria surveys and other relevant operational researches and evaluations;

  9. Implements malaria control service delivery through and in collaboration with the Child Health/EPI Programmes;

  10. Collaborates with relevant programmes to strengthen the supply and management of antimalarial medicines and related commodities, including drug quality monitoring and combating counterfeit medicines.

  11. Provides technical support for coordination, planning, implementation, monitoring and

evaluation of malaria control activities including those supported by GFATM;

  1. Involve other stakeholders such as INGO and NGO in the MVP response.

  2. Undertakes other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge & skills:

  • Knowledge in public health and tropical diseases
  • Technical competence in the various aspects of malaria prevention and control with skills especially in treatment issues and community-based interventions
  • Knowledge of Global Fund policies and procedures

Education:

Essential: Degree in medicine/health related discipline from a recognized university with post- graduate degree or training in public health or epidemiology or tropical medicine.

Desirable: Training in malaria and other communicable diseases control, surveillance and evaluation techniques.

Experience:

Essential: Minimum of 7 years of experience in vector-borne disease control activities with including 3 years of malaria control and/or malaria research at international level.

Desirable: Experience in monitoring and evaluation, operational field research; previous experience with Global Fund. Working experience in developing countries.

Languages:

Written and spoken fluency in English is essential.


How to apply:

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit applications in the English language with

curriculum vitae, by 7 April, 2016. Please indicate on your letter “Technical Officer (MVP)”, either by

mail or email to:

The World Health Organization

125 Saphanthong Road, Unit 5,

Ban Saphanthongtai, Sisattanak District,

P.O. Box 343

Vientiane, Lao P.D.R.

Tel: (856-21)353902-04

Fax: (856-21)353905

Email: who.lao@wpro.who.int

Switzerland: Request for Proposal (RFP): Consultancy to support laboratory Activities (2016/HTM/HIV/006)

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Organization: World Health Organization
Country: Switzerland
Closing date: 22 Apr 2016

The WHO programme on HIV is located in the HIV, TB and Malaria Cluster (HTM). The HIV and Hepatitis programme is guided by the Global Health Strategies for HIV and Hepatitis 2016-21. The new strategies are submitted to the Executive Board and World Assembly in respectively January and May 2016 for approval. The goal of the Secretariat’s draft strategy on HIV and Viral Hepatitis is to end the AIDS epidemic as a public health threat by 2030, within the context of ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all at all ages. Furthermore, it is aligned with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development: its focus is on ensuring financial security and health equity through its commitment to universal health coverage.

Within the HIV Department, the consultant will work with the Treatment and Care (TAC) Unit.

An individual consultant is sought for this RFP. The initial consultancy is for 10 months (20 days per month). The place of performance of the work under the contract shall be Geneva (Switzerland). Any duty travel will be paid by WHO, based on WHO rates and Subsistence allowances. Travel costs and per diem should not be included in the proposal.

Main Tasks:

Under the direction of the TAC coordinator and in close coordination with the responsible staff for the UNITAID HIV diagnostics portfolio, the laboratory consultant will undertake the following tasks:

Task 1 Collect global, regional and country evidence and best practices in the area of HIV and hepatitis diagnostics to support scale up of treatment and care, identify research gaps, and determine priority issues for scaling up of diagnostics in line with the 2015 WHO guidelines on Treatment and considering key contextual factors (including epidemics settings, existing diagnostic capacity; cost and cost-effectiveness; and feasibility and impact. As part of this work, the consultant will analyse the field implementation issues from the UNITAID supported diagnostics projects.

Deliverables and timelines:

1.1 Inventory table of evidence gathered (Months 1-2)

1.2 Analysis and draft report (Months 3-4)

1.3 Conduct two VL and POCT quality assurance regional consultations to support scale up (with CDC, USAID and PEPFAR) (Months 4 and 10)

Task 2 Propose the development and mechanism to maintain a network of HIV diagnostic experts to support WHO’s normative work in this area.

Deliverables and timelines:

2.1 Internal and external experts identified, mechanisms proposed and planned, and meeting/teleconferences organised and reports done (Months 3-8)

Task 3 Draft and/or update operational technical guidance on HIV diagnostics, treatment response and drug toxicity monitoring tools following the above findings and the WHO 2015 ARV guidelines. Specifically, the consultant will support the coordination of the development of (i) operational guidance on the implementation of lab based and POC, VL and EID platforms and (ii) a policy brief on joint scale-up of integrated diagnostic platforms (GeneXpert and Omni) for TB diagnosis, early infant diagnosis and viral load measurement.

Deliverables and timelines:

3.1 Operational guidance on the implementation of lab based and POC, VL and EID platforms (Month 5)

3.2 Policy brief on joint scale-up of integrated diagnostic platforms (Month 8)

Task 4 Support the Department of Diagnostics and Laboratory Technologies on their technical monitoring leadership in the prequalification of new diagnostics, treatment response and drug toxicity products.

Deliverables and timelines:

4.1 Technical support ongoing provided and report delivered (Month 9)

Task 5 Provide guidance on priority HIV and hepatitis diagnostics needs for low- and middle-income settings with a view to informing priorities for WHO prequalification (PQ) and disseminating results of PQ guidance.

Deliverables and timelines:

5.1 List of priority products produced and dissemination prepared and supported (Month 6)

Task 6 Develop draft programmatic guidance for countries on the strategic positioning of PoC technologies (With HIV RNA PCR (viral load) and Early Infant Diagnosis as a priority) at different levels of the health systems.

Deliverables and timelines:

6.1 Draft programmatic guidance for countries finalised and disseminated for review (Month 7)

6.2 Final draft programmatic guidance incorporating the comments of reviewers (Month 8)

Task 7 Provide technical assistance to at least 3 priority countries for the introduction of new point-of-care (POC) technologies.

Deliverables and timelines:

7.1 3 mission reports submitted and approved (Month 10)

Upon successful completion of the consultancy for 10 months (20 days per month), the consultancy may be prolonged against a new ToR as agreed upon by both parties following the conditions in the first part of the assignment (but with a new revised terms of reference and fees adjusted based on annual inflation) and pending on the availability of resources and performance.

Key requirements for this consultancy:

Academic qualifications:

Essential: Masters in laboratory medicine or Medical degree with specialization in laboratory medicine.

Desirable: Master in public health (MPH) or epidemiology

Work experience:

Essential: At least seven years’ experience, in a national and international context, in the area of HIV laboratory medicine, including expertise in working in resource-limited settings. Three years’ experience in the development of strategies and guidance for HIV diagnostics and laboratory quality assurance and support. Two years’ experience in providing technical assistance to HIV national programmes in limited resource countries.

Desirable: Familiarity and experience with the WHO, preferably at country level. Familiarity and experience with the development and promotion of HIV diagnostic norms and tools.


How to apply:

No later than 8 April 2016, 12:00 (CET), the bidder shall complete and return by either email or hard copy to WHO (only when this step is completed the bidder is regarded as a prospective bidder):

a) “2016HTMHIV006_3*RFP Confidentiality Undertaking (TAC* LAB)” form completed/signed.

b) “2016HTMHIV006_4*RFP Acknowledgement Form (TAC* LAB)” form completed/signed as confirmation of the bidder's intention to submit a bona fide proposal and designate its representative to whom communications may be directed, including any addenda.

No later than 22 April 2016, 12:00 (CET), the bidder shall complete and return by either email or hard copy to WHO:

c) Covering letter signed by the bidder.

d) Proposal (including, but not restricted to, technical and financial documents).

e) “2016HTMHIV006*5* RFP Acceptance Form (TAC _ LAB)” form completed/signed.

f) “2016HTMHIV006_6*RFP Completeness Form (TAC* LAB)” form completed/signed.

A prospective bidder requiring any clarification on technical, contractual or commercial matters may notify WHO via email at the following address no later than 8 April 2016, 12:00 CET.

  • Email for submissions of forms and/or proposal: pdifin@who.int (use subject: Bid Ref 2016HTMHIV006)

  • Mailing address for submission of proposal:

    World Health Organization

    ­­­­Mr. Jerome Peron

    HQ/HIV, PDI/FIN, D45034

    Bid Ref: 2016HTMHIV006

    20, Avenue Appia

CH-1211 Geneva 27

All documents may be found there: https://www.ungm.org/Public/Notice/44267

Consultancy to support the content development of the 2016 HIV Global Progress Report and other writing assignments within HIV Department

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Organization: World Health Organization
Closing date: 22 Apr 2016

Main Tasks:

The contractor is required to provide the following deliverables:

  1. Preparation of an outline and writing plan based on discussions with the Director HIV and editorial committee overseeing the report;

Deliverables: Annotated outline and writing plan

Timeframe: Month 2 and 3

  1. Task: Development of drafts based on the outline and reviewing contributions from technical teams, external partners, country teams and data from various sources including the online Global AIDS Response Progress Reporting;

Deliverables: Preliminary text and background information for the introduction and different chapters based on published reports and other references; identification of gaps and information needed to complete the report

Timeframe: Month 4

  1. In coordination with the WHO technical focal points, editing and finalizing the report based on internal and external comments, cross-checking of data and references and incorporating additional information as necessary;

Deliverables: Draft for revision of the report incorporating comments received from technical units, regional offices, external reviewers, co-sponsors and editorial committee and reference list prepared according to WHO’s house style

Timeframe: Month 5

  1. Support to review the final layout, identify and draft the key messages of the report and additional materials for its release.

Deliverables: Final report, key messages and executive summary ready for technical editing

Timeframe: Month 6 and 7

  1. Should other assignment become available, a separate Terms of Reference will be issued and the candidate or pool of candidates will be approached.

Key requirements for this consultancy: Academic qualifications: Essential: Master’s degree in public health, medical degree or university degree in any other relevant social sciences.

Work experience: Essential: At least 10 years of relevant working experience in international public health and in the field of HIV. Have a proven track record of complex writing assignments.

Desirable: Experience in working with WHO and the United Nations system, and demonstrated experience in writing reports for HIV.


How to apply:

Submission of proposals: Please refer to the link below for all required forms/documents: https://www.ungm.org/Public/Notice/44390

No later than 22 April 2016, 17:00 (CET), the bidder shall complete and return by either email or hard copy to WHO (only when this step is completed the bidder is regarded as a prospective bidder):

a) 2016HTMHIV007_3_RFP Confidentiality Undertaking (Writer GPR and others)” form completed/signed.

b) “2016HTMHIV007_4_RFP Acknowledgement Form (Writer GPR and others)” form completed/signed as confirmation of the bidder's intention to submit a bona fide proposal and designate its representative to whom communications may be directed, including any addenda.

c) Covering letter signed by the bidder.

d) Proposal (including, but not restricted to, technical and financial documents).

e) “2016HTMHIV007*5* RFP Acceptance Form (Writer GPR and others)” form completed/signed.

f) “2016HTMHIV007_6_RFP Completeness Form (Writer GPR and others)” form completed/signed.

A prospective bidder requiring any clarification on technical, contractual or commercial matters may notify WHO via email at the following address no later than 15 April 2016, 12:00 CET.

· Email for submissions of forms and/or proposal: pdifin@who.int (use subject: Bid Ref 2016HTMHIV007)

· Mailing address for submission of proposal:

World Health Organization

­­­­Mr. Jerome Peron

HQ/HIV, PDI/FIN, D45034

Bid Ref: 2016HTMHIV007

20, Avenue Appia

CH-1211 Geneva 27

Europe Scoping Consultant

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Organization: Family for Every Child
Closing date: 20 Apr 2016

Short term Research Consultant (Europe Scoping):

Family for Every Child is looking for a short term consultant to conduct an initial desk based review of the context for children across 10 European countries. We are looking for someone with an expertise in children's issues, specifically areas around ‘alternative care’ and with a good regional understanding of Europe.

TERMS OF REFERENCE

Scoping Advisor, Family for Every Child (April/May 2016)

1. Background

About us:

Family for Every Child is a global alliance of local civil society organisations working together to improve the life of vulnerable children around the world. Together we have a stronger voice to advocate for children and their families. We learn from each other, replicating and amplifying our expertise across the globe. Together we ensure that children can grow up in caring families safe from exploitation, trafficking, child labour and early marriage, and other forms of physical, sexual and emotional abuse.

We have 24 members working hands-on with children without parental care in every region of the world. The members are supported by a global team, the Secretariat, which leads collective activities in policy, research, advocacy and knowledge exchange. Family for Every Child is made up entirely of national NGOs.

In line with our Membership Engagement Strategy for Family for Every Child[1], we are the process of expanding and growing at a controlled rate until March 2017. A process of selection and slow growth will ensure continuity of diversity of geography, child focus and type of organisation and equity of representation across the membership of the alliance.

  • We seek to identify new organisations which bring new models of practice to ensure the membership broadens its expertise rather than duplicating existing models within the membership.

Our Goals:

All of our members are programmatically aligned with our 5 organizational goals.

  1. Enable children to grow up in permanent, safe and caring families

  2. Ensure high quality, appropriate alternative care choices for children

  3. Stop children from having to live outside of adult care and protect them in the short term.

  4. Push for better and more participatory decision making about children’s care

  5. Strengthen child protection systems which promote better care for children

For more information about our work please visit www.familyforeverychild.org

New Member Selection Process:

Our Membership Support Team is undertaking regional analysis which then enables us to identify one country per region to select for more in depth country analysis and scoping of organisations which meet our membership criteria.

This is a desk research exercise to provide an overview of family and children’s care issues in the region and a top line indication of the strength of civil society and presence of an enabling government environment for reform to achieve better outcomes for children.

The analysis examines:

  • Scale and dimension of family and children’s care issues in accordance with the goals of Family for Every Child

  • Presence of an enabling government environment

  • Capacity, nature and operating environment of civil society, including opportunities for advocacy

  • Known models of good practice - in line with current gaps in membership

  • Feasibility of member engagement in terms of language, infrastructure in country

The output of the regional research is a comprehensive understanding of each country, with recommendations on key issues related to the specific context linked to Family for Every Child’s goals, and which can subsequently lead to the identification of a potential new member.

2. Purpose & Activities

Family for Every Child is seeking additional capacity to support the identification of a new member in Europe. For the purpose of this research the European region consists of: Denmark, Finland, Ireland, Norway, Sweden, UK, France, Germany, Netherlands, and Switzerland.

This is a 10 day assignment to complete the regional report. The recommendations in the report should follow the goals and priorities outlined above.

The regional report should include an extensive overview of the relevant local context under the following sections:

  1. Background

● key demographics

● political summary

● economic summary

● context in which civil society is operating and its capacity

  1. Situation of Children

● key indicators & statistics

● brief summary of significant issues that impact on family care

  1. Care context

● legal & policy framework relating to family and alternative care, and engagement with civil society

● overview of prevalent types of care, protection systems, or lack of care options

● detailed review of provision and use of alternative care (kinship, foster, adoption, residential, etc)

● other issues specific to local care context (e.g. trafficking, conflict, migration, etc)

● potential fit with Family for Every Child priority areas - disability, care in resource-constrained settings, post-conflict/disasters

The local civil society organization shortlisting should review the following characteristics for all organizations:

● history, size & scale, governance structure

● programme focus areas

● fit with specific goals of Family for Every Child

● capacity to engage with Family for Every Child

3. Competencies of Scoping Advisor

Essential

● Extensive experience of the European context,

● In-depth knowledge of the civil society environment in the countries in the region and the capacity for CSOs to operate, particularly those engaged in research and advocacy.

● In-depth knowledge of child rights programming, ideally backed-up by practical experience at the national and / or regional level. Ideally this knowledge should relate to care and child protection in both development and emergency settings.

● Demonstrable communications skills with experience of writing regional situational reports

● Experience of partnership development with national or local NGOs.

● Fluent in written and spoken English

Desirable

● A credible reputation amongst INGOs and NGOs in the region with a broad range of pertinent personal contacts and working relationships to draw on;

● Fluency in another relevant European language.

4. Logistics

This is a 10 day contract to be completed at the latest by 16th May 2016. We would like someone to start as soon as possible. The location of this post is flexible. However Family for Every Child is keen to ensure strong regional understanding.

5. Accountabilities and Internal Contacts

The consultant would report to the Gemma Gilham for Family for Every Child and work closely with others in the Membership Support Unit.

To apply please email gemma.gilham@familyforeverychild.org with your CV and cover letter by the 20th April 2016.

[1] The parameters and top line content of this strategy were discussed with SC members in Delhi at the 5th SC meetings March 2013. Members took the decision to “continue with ensuring diversity of geography, child focus and type of organisation and equity of representation through a process of selection, growing slowly”.


How to apply:

To Apply: email CV and cover letter to gemma.gilham@familyforeverychild.org

Switzerland: 2016HTMHIV009: Consultancy support to SI cascade analysis and data management, tools for consolidated SI guidelines, and the EMTCT validation process

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Organization: World Health Organization
Country: Switzerland
Closing date: 02 May 2016

The contractor is required to provide the following deliverables:

  1. Support the cascade workshops in terms of national and sub-national data compilation, validation, analysis and presentation. Data will be available from the country missions, meetings, and from the global reporting around June 2016 and 2017. Deliverable 1.1: Data templates developed for HIV, including data management of country and sub national data available and pre filled with data from global reporting. Updated and maintained on a Monthly basis for the 25 high burden HIV countries. Timeline: Month 2,4,6,8,10,12 Deliverable 1.2: Data sheets for the cascade workshops prepared (merging data from global reporting templates, TA missions, and other data that may become available) and all quality checks done and feedback from staff incorporated, including basic analysis and benchmarking of data. Timeline: Month 3,6,9,12 Presentations adapted based on a data standard slide set for global and country level for cascade analysis, , agenda’s for the national and global cascade workshops and any other back-ground documents prepared and compiled Timeline: Month 3,6,9,12

  2. Support the development of tools of the consolidated SI guidelines including specific guidance for countries, sub national data management, and data requirements for key populations, and to ensure balanced inclusion of prevention in the cascade of HIC service provision. Deliverable 2.1Developed monitoring tracking sheet and updated on a monthly basis for the guideline roll-out ( country and sub national cascade analysis) and the completion of tools. Timeline: Month 3,6,9,12 Deliverable 2.2: Draft tools proposed and developed in collaboration with staff, and adapted tools based on country results and piloting submitted to the unit coordinator. Timeline: Month 5, 11 Deliverable 2.3 Feedback and comments on SI tool development collected, organised and integrated Timeline: Month 6, 12 Deliverable 2.4: Proposed design and lay-out checks done for tools provided and proof reading in English done through track changes/comments on documents, including English translation if required Timeline: Month 8

  3. Support the data compilation and presentation for the EMTCT Validation processes Deliverable 3.1: Back ground documents and data sheets, as well and reports prepared for the Global Validation Advisory Committee for annual face to face meeting and bi monthly teleconference meetings
    Timeline: Month 2;4,6,8,10,12 Deliverable 3.2: Updated data sheets and relevant documents prepared for the EMTCT validation missions with WHO regions (3-5 missions) Timeline: Month 10 Deliverable 3.3.: Updated country pipeline sheet for pre-elimination and elimination missions in countries prepared quarterly Timeline: Month 3,6,9,12 Deliverable 3.4 : Updated working plan for the validation process Timeline: Month 5, 11 Deliverable 3.5: Maintain the costing template for country, regional and global level, including costs of gaps in the cascade by intervention, comparing it to global benchmarks, e.g. from Spectrum and technical partners Timeline: Month 4; 8; 12 Deliverable 3.6: Review of the new GARPR 2016 tools on the treatment, cascade and PMTCT indicators conducted in various stages of development (final draft; after lay-out and design; and editing) in track changes, in collaboration with technical staff Timeline: Month 7

The initial contract duration under this RFP is for 12 months but could be extended for another 12 months depending on the need of the consultancy work, performance and funding availability. Key requirements for this consultancy:

Academic qualifications:

Essential: Bachelor University Degree in Epidemiology, Public health, Social Sciences or other equivalent

and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in health data management.

Desirable: Any substantial courses related to public health and data management.

Work experience:

Essential: Five years’ work experience in knowledge and data management of which at least 2 years in HIV/AIDS data management.

Skills and Competencies

• Good data management skills (collection, compilation, validation)

• Good organisational and analytical skills

Ability to work as part of a team, and good skills excel, access, and basic data management systems …

The implementation of the consultancy may require duty travel, this travel will organised and paid for by WHO following the organisation’s rules and regulations. The contractor is expected to be in the possession of an unrestricted passport.


How to apply:

Please refer to the link below for ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: https://www.ungm.org/Public/Notice/44791

No later than 2 May 2016, 17:00 (CET), the bidder shall complete and return by either email or hard copy to WHO (only when this step is completed the bidder is regarded as a prospective bidder):
a) “2016HTMHIV009_3_RFP Confidentiality Undertaking (SI and EMTCT)” form completed/signed. b) “2016HTMHIV009_4_RFP Acknowledgement Form (SI and EMTCT)” form completed/signed as confirmation of the bidder's intention to submit a bona fide proposal and designate its representative to whom communications may be directed, including any addenda.
c) Covering letter signed by the bidder. d) Proposal (including, but not restricted to, technical and financial documents). e) “2016HTMHIV009*5* RFP Acceptance Form (SI and EMTCT)” form completed/signed. f) “2016HTMHIV009_6_RFP Completeness Form (SI and EMTCT)” form completed/signed. A prospective bidder requiring any clarification on technical, contractual or commercial matters may notify WHO via email at the following address no later than 27 April 2016, 17:00 CET.

• Email for submissions of forms and/or proposal: pdifin@who.int (use subject: Bid Ref 2016HTMHIV009) • Mailing address for submission of proposal:

World Health Organization Mr Jerome Peron HQ/HIV, PDI/FIN, D45034 Bid Ref: 2016HTMHIV009 20, Avenue Appia CH-1211 Geneva 27

Switzerland: WHO District Health Information Systems and Patient and Case Surveillance to support Monitoring of the cascade of HIV health sector service

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Organization: World Health Organization
Country: Switzerland
Closing date: 05 May 2016

The WHO programme on HIV is located in the HIV, TB and Malaria Cluster (HTM). The HIV and Hepatitis programme is guided by the Global Health Strategies for HIV and Hepatitis 2016-21. The new strategies are submitted to the Executive Board and World Assembly in respectively January and May 2016 for approval. The goal of the Secretariat’s draft strategy on HIV and Viral Hepatitis is to end the AIDS epidemic as a public health threat by 2030, within the context of ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all at all ages. Furthermore, it is aligned with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development: its focus is on ensuring financial security and health equity through its commitment to universal health coverage.

Within the HIV Department, the consultant will work with the Strategic Information and Planning (SIP) Unit.

Main Tasks:

The contractor is required to provide the following deliverables:

  1. DHIS2 HIV

  2. Field test in line with guidance from WHO-IER and Partners the DHIS2 module in selected sites, and finalize it before wide dissemination and use

Main deliverables: DHIS2 HIV module, field tested in real life conditions and report finalized on Recommendations.

Timeframe, deadline: May-June 2016

  • Draft in line with guidance from WHO-IER a data quality assurance framework for HIV facilities (for the DHIS2 HIV ‘App’)

Main deliverables**:** Final draft data quality assurance framework for HIV at health facility level

incorporating feedback from internal and external consultations

Timeframe, deadline**:** 30 June 2016

  • Develop a training package on DHIS2 HIV for countries, and for WHO consultants

Main deliverables**:** DHIS2 HIV training module drafted and tested

Timeframe, deadline**:** 30 July 2016

  1. Case-based surveillance (CBS)

  2. Conduct landscape analyses (SWOT) in partnering countries

Main deliverables**:** 2 additional SWOT reports with action plans

Timeframe, deadline**:** Quarter (Q)2 for ETH, Q3 for DRC

  • Provide guidance to countries, in the pilot phases to set-up DHIS2 and CBS systems

Main deliverables**:** Progress report in DHIS2 and CBS pilot and CBS strengthening plans Tanzania

Timeframe, deadline**:** June 2016 for Tanzania, Q3-Q4 for Kenya

  • Input to MESH on DHIS 2 and CBS, especially on the development of CBS guidance and tools, and on how DHIS 2 and CBS can participate in the measurement of the cascade

Main deliverables**:** Inputs in DHIS2 and CBS guidance and tools Documented track changes to MESH outputs on DHIS 2 to ensure consistency with DHIS 2 module. 2nd draft of module.

Timeframe, deadline**:** Ongoing, June 2016 for guidance

  • Contribute to dissemination of guidance

Main deliverables**:** Presentations during workshops, training sessions. Draft summary report and collect

country data in a systematic database from the meeting.

Timeframe, deadline**:** October 2016

  • Draft integration of CBS into DHIS2 in synergies with malaria and TB DHIS2-related activities

Main deliverables: Draft a technical component to link patient level data with DHIS2

Timeframe, deadline: Q3-Q4

  1. Information systems strengthening

  2. Document specific cross-cutting issues for HIV strategic information in cross WHO meetings, for example with the Data Collaborative and DHIS 2

Main deliverables: Concept notes for key meetings (e.g. on Unique Identifiers), track changed comments on WHO Data Collaborative to ensure consistent with module. Draft 3 of DHIS 2 module consistent with Data Collaborative work.

Timeframe, deadline: All year long

The initial contract duration under this RFP is for 120 days but could be extended up to a maximum of 180 days depends on the need of the consultancy work and funding availability.

Key requirements for this consultancy:

Academic qualifications:

Essential: Master’s Degree in Medicine and/or Public health

Work experience:

Essential: At least 10 years of public health work experience of which at least 5 years in strategic information and extensive experience in LMIC and international organizations.

Desirable: At least 10 years’ experience with HIMS

Skills and Competencies

· Good communication and presentation skills

· Demonstrated capacity to write and communicate in English

· Ability to work as part of a team, and high level of interpersonal skills to work with Ministry of Health officials and partners.

The implementation of the consultancy may require international travel, costs for such travel will be borne through separate contracts. The contractor is expected to be in the possession of an unrestricted passport.


How to apply:

Submission of proposals: Please refer to the link below for all required forms: https://www.ungm.org/Public/Notice/44870

No later than 5 May 2016, 17:00 (CET), the bidder shall complete and return by either email or hard copy to WHO (only when this step is completed the bidder is regarded as a prospective bidder):

a) “2016HTMHIV010_3_RFP Confidentiality Undertaking (DHI)” form completed/signed.

b) “2016HTMHIV010_4_RFP Acknowledgement Form (DHI)” form completed/signed as confirmation of the bidder's intention to submit a bona fide proposal and designate its representative to whom communications may be directed, including any addenda.

c) Covering letter signed by the bidder.

d) Proposal (including, but not restricted to, technical and financial documents).

e) “2016HTMHIV010*5* RFP Acceptance Form (DHI)” form completed/signed.

f) “2016HTMHIV010_6_RFP Completeness Form (DHI)” form completed/signed.

A prospective bidder requiring any clarification on technical, contractual or commercial matters may notify WHO via email at the following address no later than 1 May 2016, 17:00 CET.

· Email for submissions of forms and/or proposal: pdifin@who.int (use subject: Bid Ref 2016HTMHIV010)

· Mailing address for submission of proposal: World Health Organization ­­­­Mr Jerome Peron HQ/HIV, PDI/FIN, D45034 Bid Ref: 2016HTMHIV010 20, Avenue Appia CH-1211 Geneva 27


Senior Programme Officer (maternity cover)

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Organization: Family for Every Child
Closing date: 17 May 2016

About us

We are Family for Every Child, a global alliance of national civil society organisations working together to improve the life of vulnerable children worldwide. We believe that, to reach their full potential, children have the right to grow up in a safe family environment.

What makes our alliance unique is that it brings together grassroots organisations from around the world that have a deep understanding of the local challenges and needs of children and families in their communities, in their countries, in their culture. Together, we have a stronger international, regional and national voice to advocate for change for the children in their countries, we learn from each other, we cooperate in projects together and with external partners, and we carry out context-based research that helps us advance our cause for children.

Our work is supported by a small but engaged and diverse team of professionals based around the globe. We value the diverse talent within our team. We have a genuinely friendly and supportive culture and understand how important it is to balance work and life. Our people are committed to doing their best and welcome the challenges and development opportunities our work creates.

We are now looking for a skilled programme officer to join our team and help us to support the effective delivery of our projects.

About the role

This role involves providing support across the portfolio of our projects. The post-holder will work with our members to develop activity plans and budgets, will monitor the progress of activities, and report against progress. Whilst the role is primarily focused on project management, in some cases, the post-holder will also provide support to members in the delivery of activities through technical support in key areas such as research, advocacy, effective programming or around care and child protection.

About you

This position is best suited to an individual with strong project management skills and with experience of supporting national and local CSOs across a range of contexts. You will be highly organised, and able to contribute to multiple work-streams simultaneously. You will have a flexible approach to your work and be able to solve problems autonomously. You will have some technical expertise in at least some of our key areas: advocacy, research, programme effectiveness and children’s care and protection.

You will be willing to work outside of designated working hours to allow for the collaboration with colleagues located in different international time zones.

Excellent command of English (oral and written) is a must, but working knowledge of Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Arabic or French is appreciated.

This post has a flexible location and we particularly welcome applicants who can broaden our global reach.

Benefits

We offer a flexible working environment with generous benefits to support your work and personal life:

  • 36 days annual leave

  • 7.5% matching pension contribution (or cash allowance) and life assurance

  • a generous training budget and study leave days to help you develop to your full potential

  • enhanced sick pay and maternity pay.


How to apply:

How to apply

If you believe you are the person we are looking for, we want to hear from you! Please visit our website to read the full Job Description and complete the online application form.

In line with our Child Protection policy, candidates will be asked about Child Protection in the interview, and appointment is subject to background checks.
Please note that you must have the right to work in the country that you intend to work from. Family for Every Child does not provide work permits.

Programme Support Officer

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Organization: Family for Every Child
Closing date: 15 May 2016

About us

We are Family for Every Child, a global alliance of national civil society organisations working together to improve the life of vulnerable children worldwide. We believe that, to reach their full potential, children have the right to grow up in a safe family environment.

What makes our alliance unique is that it brings together grassroots organisations from around the world that have a deep understanding of the local challenges and needs of children and families in their communities, in their countries, in their culture. Together, we have a stronger international, regional and national voice to advocate for change for the children in their countries, we learn from each other, we cooperate in projects together and with external partners, and we carry out context-based research that helps us advance our cause for children.

Our work is supported by a small but engaged and diverse team of professionals based around the globe. We value the diverse talent within our team. We have a genuinely friendly and supportive culture and understand how important it is to balance work and life. Our people are committed to doing their best and welcome the challenges and development opportunities our work creates.

We are now looking for a Programme Support Officer to join our team and to support grant management and logistics and administration for Family for Every Child’s projects and programmes.

About the role

This role supports grant management and logistics and administration for Family for Every Child’s projects and programmes. You will be responsible for supporting members to develop activity plans and budgets, for drawing up grant agreements and for monitoring progress against grants. You will help to administer our funds for member activities, promoting these funds amongst members, sharing calls for proposals and supporting the review of applications. You will also provide other logistics and administrative support.

About you

This role is best suited to a highly organised individual with strong experience of administering grants and projects. You will be used to working in an international organisation with partners from a range of contexts. You will be self-motivated and prepared to work with team members from around the world. You will demonstrate a supportive and respectful approach to your interactions with national CSOs.

You will be willing to work outside of designated working hours to allow for the collaboration with colleagues located in different international time zones.

Excellent command of English (oral and written) is a must, as is working knowledge of Arabic.

This post has a flexible location and we particularly welcome applicants who can broaden our global reach.

Family for Every Child is evolving and with an ever increasing membership the role of the Secretariat has to adapt and respond to the changing needs of the members. This has an impact on each and every role within the Secretariat, therefore flexibility is key and the ability to respond to change, shift responsibilities and work collaboratively underlies the approach all staff need to take.

Employment is subject to a probationary period.

*The job holder for this role will be employed by Family For Every Child and must therefore ensure that they have the legal right to work within the county they are based. Family For Every Child does not support applications for working visas. We require proof of entitlement - visa and/or passport - and we will need a signed declaration for tax and social security purposes in order to ensure we comply with local legislation. Should the tax and or employment legislation within the country you are based prohibit Family For Every Child from employing you directly then we reserve the right to withdraw an offer of employment.

Benefits

We offer a flexible working environment with generous benefits to support your work and personal life:

  • 36 days annual leave (including bank and public holidays)

  • TOIL for additional hours worked beyond a full time week

  • 7.5% matching pension contribution (or cash allowance) and life assurance

  • a generous training budget and study leave days to help you develop to your full potential

  • enhanced sick pay, maternity pay and redundancy pay

  • support to establish a remote working environment including provision of IT equipment **


How to apply:

If you believe you are the person we are looking for, we want to hear from you! Please visit our website to read the full Job Description and complete the online application form.

In line with our Child Protection policy, candidates will be asked about Child Protection in the interview, and appointment is subject to background checks.

Please note that you must have the right to work in the country that you intend to work from. Family for Every Child does not provide work permits.

Turkey: National Professional Officer - Pharmacist

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Organization: World Health Organization
Country: Turkey
Closing date: 29 May 2016

Purpose of the Post:

The purpose of this position is to support WHO’s EURO Regional Office and Turkey Country Office – Gaziantep field presence to ensure that the public health response is effectively implemented and managed through providing technical guidance and support in the area of pharmaceutical supply.

Summary of Assigned Duties (Describe what the incumbent has to do to achieve main objectives):

  1. To act as a focal person in the WHO Country Office to manage medicines related work through coordination with health authorities, donors and health partners in Turkey.
  2. To provide technical assistance to health partners for developing essential drug lists for different types of health care in northern Syria.
  3. To advise and support WHO local and international pharmaceutical procurement and delivery for the cross border operation in northern Syria.
  4. To provide technical assistance to the health partners for development, implementation and monitoring of medicines policy and action plan in line with WHO´s Medicines Strategy.
  5. To establish mechanisms, in collaboration with health partners, for streamlining medicine supplies and their management both for emergencies and routine health services.
  6. To build the capacity of the health partners to effectively manage pharmaceutical in northern Syria in terms of necessary regulations development and their implementation.
  7. To initiate a programme of training and capacity building in the areas of medicine supply management, quality control, storage, dispensing, prescription and use of medicines in line with national treatment.

How to apply:

EURO/16/TASR61http://www.who.int/employment/vacancies/en/

Consultancy to support the content development of the 2016 WHO Consolidated HIV Patient Monitoring and Case Reporting Guides (2016/HTM/HIV/014)

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Organization: World Health Organization
Closing date: 31 May 2016

The Department of HIV and AIDS of WHO is located in the HIV, TB and Malaria Cluster (HTM). The HIV and Hepatitis programme is guided by the Global Health Strategies for HIV and Hepatitis 2016-21. The new strategies are submitted to the Executive Board and World Health Assembly in respectively January and May 2016 for approval. The goal of the Secretariat’s draft strategy on HIV and Viral Hepatitis is to end the AIDS epidemic as a public health threat by 2030, within the context of ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all at all ages. Furthermore, it is aligned with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development: its focus is on ensuring financial security and health equity through its commitment to universal health coverage.

Within the HIV/AIDS Department, the consultant will work with the Strategic Information and Planning (SIP) Unit. The SIP Unit is producing new guides to support countries in strengthening HIV patient monitoring system and case surveillance. The guides will support national programmes to improve patient care, optimize report on national ART services along the health sector cascade and report on global indicators for the health sector response to HIV.

Purpose of the consultancy:

To support the content development and writing of the 2016 WHO Consolidated HIV Patient Monitoring and Case Reporting Guides.

Scope of work

To provide technical and policy writing support for the following normative guidance products:

• Full 2016 WHO Consolidated HIV Patient Monitoring and Case Reporting Guides updates

• Key messages and other materials for the release of the guides

Main Tasks:

The contractor is required to provide the following deliverables:

  1. Prepare a detailed outline and writing plan based on discussions with the SIP coordinator and technical officers overseeing the guides;

    Deliverables: Annotated outline and writing plan

    Timeframe: Month 1 (2 days)

  2. Develop draft based on the outline and reviewing contributions from technical teams, external partners, country teams and harmonization with WHO 2016 Consolidated Strategic Information Guidelines and 2015 Consolidated Guidelines on the Use of Antiretrovirals Drugs for Treating and Preventing HIV Infection;

    Deliverables: Draft text for the introductory sections and for key technical chapters - including case reporting, patient monitoring, unique identifier, and operational tools based on inputs from technical teams, with overall writing of technical components to ensure readability, consistency and flow according to WHO style;

    Timeframe: Month 1 (15 days)

  3. In coordination with the WHO technical focal points, develop full draft of the guides, edit and finalize the full draft based on internal and external comments, cross-checking of information and references and incorporating additional information as necessary;

    Deliverables: Full draft for revision of the guides incorporating comments received from technical units, regional offices, external reviewers, partner agencies and reference list prepared according to WHO’s house style

    Timeframe: Month 2 -3 (23 days)

  4. Produce final guides, support to review the final layout, identify and draft the key messages of the guides and additional materials for its release.

    Deliverables: Final report, key messages and executive summary ready for production

    Timeframe:Month 4-5(20 days)

  5. Should other assignment become available a separate Terms of Reference will be issued and the candidate or pool of candidates will be approached.

    Key requirements for this consultancy:

    Academic qualifications:

    Essential: Master’s degree in public health or medical degree, or university degree in law or any relevant social sciences.

    Work experience:

    Essential: At least 10 years of relevant working experience in international public health and in the field of HIV. Have a proven track record of complex writing assignments.

    Desirable: Experience in working with WHO and the United Nations system, and demonstrated experience in writing reports for HIV.

    Planned timelines and working days

    The working period would approximately be from mid-June up to mid-November 2016, with a total of 60 working days.

    Performance monitoring

    The work of the contractor will be supervised by the Technical Officers, Responsible for Surveillance and Patient Monitoring Systems (first-level supervisors), and by the Strategic Information and Planning Coordinator (second-level supervisor), in the HIV/AIDS Department. The timeframe above includes deliverables against which performance will be monitored on a regular basis.

    Location and Travel

    The contractual partner is expected to work at his/her place of residence. However, at the beginning of the contract, temporary presence at WHO/HQ, Geneva, Switzerland may be required for capacity building reasons. Any duty travel related to this assignment will be organized separately, following the WHO Rules and Regulations on duty travel (not to be included in the proposal budget). The Contractor shall verify that he/she is legally entitled to travel to the country or countries where the work is to be carried out, including Switzerland.


How to apply:

No later than 31 May 2016, 17:00 (CET), the bidder shall return by either email or hard copy to WHO (only when this step is completed the bidder is regarded as a prospective bidder):

a) Covering letter signed by the bidder explaining relevant qualifications and experience related to the assignment.

b) Detailed CV documenting relevant experience.

c) Financial proposal .

Any information which the bidder considers confidential, if any, should be clearly marked as such.

The full RFP document is available at https://www.ungm.org/Public/Notice/45557.

A prospective bidder requiring any clarification on technical, contractual or commercial matters may notify WHO via email at the following address no later than 18 May 2016, 12:00 CET.

Email for submissions of forms and/or proposal:

pdifin@who.int (use subject: Bid Ref 2016HTMHIV014)

Mailing address for submission of proposal:

World Health Organization

­­­­Mr Jerome Peron

HQ/HIV, PDI/FIN, D45034

Bid Ref: 2016HTMHIV0014

20, Avenue Appia

CH-1211 Geneva 27

Switzerland: Request for Proposal (RFP 2016/HTM/HIV/015): Consultancy to support the preparation of the World Hepatitis Summit 2017

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Organization: World Health Organization
Country: Switzerland
Closing date: 10 Jun 2016

The WHO Global Hepatitis Programme (GHP) is located in the HIV Department. The HIV department is part of the HIV/AIDS, TB, Malaria and Neglected Tropical Diseases (HTM) Cluster. The objective of the GHP is to lead an effective, organization wide effort to support member states in the implementation of comprehensive national hepatitis plans and strategies. The GHP team provides technical and strategic leadership in key technical areas, and leverages the capacity of other HQ departments to contribute to the broader HIV and Hepatitis Programme.

Within the HIV Department, the consultant will work with the GHP Unit team lead.

Specific Objectives and deliverables:

  1. Prepare agenda’s and back ground documents for all teleconference calls between WHO/GHP and the World Hepatitis Summit Organising Committee, and the Programme Committee, as well as with the Logistics and the Media and Communications Committee. Prepare and file minutes with clear action points and reconcile and monitoring follow-up actions for GHP of all teleconference calls.

Deliverable: agenda’s, back ground documents and minutes completed and filed in an organised and accessible manner.

Timeline: Monthly (Month 1-9)

  1. Develop a draft plan and timeline for GHP/WHO actions based on the division of labour between the partners, and ensure alignment of actions and deadlines with central Summit timeline.

Deliverable: Monthly updated project plan and timeline

Timeline: Monthly (Month 1-9)

  1. Draft concept notes that need to accompany the invitation letters, and draft other information and communications for the GHP team lead, and finalise based on inputs.

Deliverable 3.1: Finalised concept notes

Timeline 3.1: Month 2

Deliverable 3.2: Draft information & communication materials

Timeline 3.2: Month 5-9

  1. Provide input into the development and structure of the Summit Programme.

Deliverable: Consolidated feedback on the Summit programme provided

Timeline: Month 3-6

  1. Support the back ground documents; presentations; and materials for the GHP sessions in the Summit and consolidate input and finalise the documents.

Deliverable: Back ground documents; presentations and other summit materials finalised.

Timeline: Month 7-10

  1. Prepare inputs into the Summit report, and in collaboration with Summit Project Manager draft a short logistical report that summarizes the attendance at the Summit, lessons learnt and recommendations for future Summits.

Deliverable 6.1: Logistical report finalised

Timeline: Month 9

Deliverable 6.2: Final Summit report input provided

Timeline: Month 10

Key requirements for this consultancy:

Academic qualifications:

Ø Essential: University Degree in Public Health or any relevant social sciences.

Ø Desirable: Prince 2 project management or similar certificates

Work experience:

Ø Essential: At least 3 years of relevant working experience in in project management and/or organising international meeting and conferences.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

Ø Good analytical and presentation skills

Ø Demonstrated capacity to write and communicate in English.

Ø Familiarity with Microsoft Excel software to maintain timelines and contacts lists.

Ø Capacity to work well under pressure; ability to function collaboratively as part of a team; proven ability to manage timelines and meet deadlines.

Planned timelines and working days

The initial contract duration under this RFP is estimated for a period of 10 months and for a total estimation of 120 days but could be extended up to a maximum of 6 months pending on the need of the consultancy work and funding availability.

Performance monitoring

The work of the contractor will be supervised by the Team Leader (GHP) in the HIV/AIDS Department. The timeframe above includes deliverables against which performance will be monitored on a regular basis.

Location and Travel

The contractual partner is expected to work at WHO/HQ, Geneva, Switzerland. Any duty travel related to this assignment will be organized separately, following the WHO Rules and Regulations on duty travel (not to be included in the proposal budget).


How to apply:

All required documents are found on this link: https://www.ungm.org/Public/Notice/45985

Submission of proposals: No later than 10 June 2016, 17:00 (CET), the bidder shall complete and return by either email or hard copy to WHO (only when this step is completed the bidder is regarded as a prospective bidder): a) “2016HTMHIV015_3_RFP Confidentiality Undertaking (HEP)” form completed/signed. b) “2016HTMHIV015_4_RFP Acknowledgement Form (HEP)” form completed/signed as confirmation of the bidder's intention to submit a bona fide proposal and designate its representative to whom communications may be directed, including any addenda.
c) Covering letter signed by the bidder. d) Proposal (including, but not restricted to, technical and financial documents). e) “2016HTMHIV015*5* RFP Acceptance Form (HEP)” form completed/signed. f) “2016HTMHIV015_6_RFP Completeness Form (HEP)” form completed/signed. A prospective bidder requiring any clarification on technical, contractual or commercial matters may notify WHO via email at the following address no later than 5 June 2016, 17:00 CET.

• Email for submissions of forms and/or proposal: pdifin@who.int (use subject: Bid Ref 2016HTMHIV015) • Mailing address for submission of proposal: World Health Organization Mr Jerome Peron HQ/HIV, PDI/FIN, D45034 Bid Ref: 2016HTMHIV0015 20, Avenue Appia CH-1211 Geneva 27

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