SE_IND WR Office, India Hiring For NPO (Science and Training) at New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi Full Time

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

WHO India Country Office collaborates with the Government of India and relevant stakeholders within the framework of the collaborative Country Cooperation Strategy (CCS), to actively support the development and implementation of national health policies, strategies and plans aiming at promoting access to and utilization of affordable and quality health services and improving the financial protection against health-related risks. The Country Office contributes to providing technical support in developing national policies, strategies and activities in the area of health systems strengthening including, (i) advocating for Universal Health Coverage and building up national capacity in UHC-related matters; (ii) facilitating the adoption of evidence-based public health interventions as well as appropriate reforms/changes with a view to promote equity and accelerate the movement towards universal health coverage. Through policy and technical support at National and State level, the activities of the WHO Country office more specifically aim at helping the Government of India (GOI) to:

• further develop and improve pre- and in-service training and capacity building for relevant staff;
• further develop and implement an integrated quality assurance system for reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health services;
• further support the definition and implementation of strategies to address childhood malnutrition and early childhood development;
• improve the management of reproductive health and child and adolescent health services.

Underlying values and core functions of WHO

WHO’s mandate revolves around six (6) leadership priorities specifying (i} advancing universal health coverage; (ii) health related sustainable development goals; (iii) addressing the challenge of noncommunicable diseases and mental health, violence and injuries and disabilities; (iv) implementing the provisions of the International Health Regulations (2005); (v) increasing access to quality, safe, efficacious and affordable medical products; (vi) addressing the social, economic and environmental determinants of health. The South-East Asia Region (SEAR) of WHO is made up of 11 countries, with over 1.9 billion people, with India’s population of 1.4 billion. All the Member States of WHO/SEAR (Bangladesh, Bhutan, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, India, Indonesia, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Timor-Leste) share the common value of the highest attainable standard of health as a fundamental human right. All of WHO actions are based on this and rooted in the underlying values of equity, solidarity and participation.

Mission of the WHO Country Office for India

The mission of WHO India is to improve quality of life of the 1.4 billion people in India by supporting the government in eliminating vaccine preventable and other communicable diseases, reducing maternal and neonatal mortalities, promoting healthy lifestyles, addressing determinants of health, preparing and responding to health emergencies and strengthening health systems for universal health coverage.

 
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Under the overall guidance of Deputy Head of WHO Country Office (D-WR), and direct supervision of Team Leader (NPSP), with a view to achieve the expected results set out in the relevant WCO-India work plans in accordance with the WHO’s Country Cooperation Strategy with India, and the Polio Eradication & End Game Strategic Plan, the incumbent will have the following responsibilities in her/his assigned area of work:

1. Management of WHO NPSP training activities, including:

• Identification of training needs as the program moves from polio to public health.
• Design and implementation of training strategies in response to identified needs.
• Coordination of activities to develop core group of field-based trainers.
• Evaluation of the effectiveness of training activities.
• Revision of training strategy based on evaluation findings (as required).
• Preparation, revision, access and distribution of training materials.
• Preparation of budget proposals for national and area specific training strategies; and•
• Preparation of guidelines for use of training funds in the field.

2. Organize induction, refresher and management trainings for capacity building of Surveillance Medical Officers and other WHO NPSP staff.

3. Management of WHO-India, Field Epidemiology of Training Programme (FETP):

• Develop the in-service training model of the WHO-Applied Epidemiology Programme (AEP)
• Liaise with NCDC for training and outbreak investigations
• Track activities and projects/reports of WHO-AEP officers
• Develop and implement a short course outbreak investigation training module for all medical officers
• Supervise the staff of WHO-India FETP hub

4. Under the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Health Agenda, provide guidance, training and recommendations for alignment of WHO NPSP field activities including coordination with state level WHO SDG focal points.

5. Development of e-learning platforms for training.

6. Coordinate with communications and IT team for maintaining the immunization related sections of the WHO India website.

7. Liaise with other institutions/departments for training development for bilateral capacity building as per identified needs.

8. Assist with organization and conduct of and National/Regional Review meetings.

9. Monitor use of resources to ensure efficiency and adherence to budgetary guidelines.

10. Develop and publish communication material for advocacy and orientation of stakeholders in line with the CCS and transition from polio to public health and in liaison with the Communications team at the WCO India.

11. Keep the technical team at WHO India fully informed of major developments.

12. Perform other duties of the related areas as assigned by the Supervisor.

 
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education

Essential: University degree in Medicine (MCI/State Medical Council registration essential).
Desirable: Post Graduate degree or an advanced university degree or training in Public Health / Pediatrics/ Epidemiology / Public Health Administration of Health Services or Control of Communicable Diseases.

Experience

Essential: At least five (5) years of work experience in the field of training related to immunization and VPDs with experience of technical document development.
Desirable: Experience of work in UN and/or other international organizations at State/National level.

Skills

• The incumbent should identify with the core values of the World Health Organization.
• Thorough knowledge of the situation in India with regard to training with good understanding of country’s needs and priorities, of issues and policies. Very good knowledge of WHO policies, programmes and guidelines in the related areas.
• Sound technical and policy advisory skills, based on evidence. Leadership, coordination and supervision skills with demonstrated ability to work effectively with government and colleagues in a team setting at national and international levels, to share information and data and make oral and written presentations on technical issues. Very good ability to build and maintain relations and network with national authorities and other stakeholders across relevant sectors. Understanding of the potential motivating factors within national context and ability to adjust to new approaches in an increasingly complex environment. 
• Modern management skills (planning and evaluation, etc.). Capacity to prepare terms of reference and to prepare and monitor and manage the implementation of contractual agreements. Capacity to convey information and options in a structured and credible way; ability to speak and write clearly. Proficiency in computer applications and ability to draft reports.
• Knowledge of WHO/UN agencies programmes and practices will be an advantage.

WHO Competencies

• Teamwork
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
• Communication
• Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
• Producing results
• Creating an empowering and motivating environment

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Knowledge of Hindi.

REMUNERATION

Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at INR 3,663,614 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level.

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• A written test may be used as a form of screening.

• In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.

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