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Communicable Disease Officer
WHO
The World Health Organization, Sudan Office is looking for a qualified candidate to fill the following post:

 Vacancy No: 2020-14
 SSA:
 Section/Unit: CD
 Grade Level: NOB
 Supervisor: CD Technical Officer
 No. of Post: 1
 Duty Station: Khartoum
 Duration: 6 Months renewable
 Closing Date: 05 Dec 2020

 
 Background:

The Communicable Disease Officer works under the direct supervision of the Coordinator of the respective communicable disease programme or geographical location or in small to medium-sized Country Offices directly under the WHO representative. S/he is expected to perform his/her duties and responsibilities with highest degree of efficiency and sound judgment.


The incumbent coordinates activities in the designated areas and may supervise directly a small team of Special Service Agreement holders.



 
 Duties and responsibilities:

FUNCTION 1 (INCL. EXPECTED RESULTS)
Encourages local disease control programmes in developing comprehensive plans for the implementation national policies and guidelines, achieving results such as:
• Planning and implementation of field activities related to vector control and prevention for the disease.
• Therapeutic efficacy studies in the designated areas.
• Site data review, advice on any gaps and appropriate corrections or amendments.
• Preparation of technical and periodic reports through the national reporting system.
• Development and update of detailed plans of work for control of the respective communicable disease
• Structured supervision sites using standardized tools (IPTCS) to monitor service delivery.

FUNCTION 2 (INCL. EXPECTED RESULTS)
Monitors and coordinates the implementation of planned activities, national campaigns and field action, achieving results such as:
• Monitoring visits and technical supervision of the project-partnered hospitals in the designated areas, ensuring that each hospital is regularly visited, and mission reports are produced and submitted on time.
• Regular communication and liaison between implementing partners and WHO.
• Close coordination with MOH on issues involving emerging and re-emerging infectious/communicable diseases with a potential to affect the health system.
• In consultation with the WHO Medical Officer, preparation of supervisory visits to the various sites and writing of quarterly reports.
• Coordination of the implementation of comprehensive disease information system(s); monitor and evaluate system for each designated area; analysis of epidemiological data, development and dissemination of reports to target partners.
• Development and smooth running of online surveillance applications on request of MOPH and/or stake holders.
• Analysis of surveillance and epidemiological data and technical/analytical inputs to MOH for strengthening the immunization programme(s).

FUNCTION 3 (INCL. EXPECTED RESULTS)
Manages training initiatives to strengthen capacity at various levels, achieving results such as:
• Identification of training needs for respective target audiences and development of comprehensive plans for capacity building
• Preparation of training material tailored to the specific needs.
• Organisation and delivery of training activities to various target groups, e.g. to improve case management and prevention at community, Primary and Community Health Care (PHC) and hospital level.
• Assessment of impact of training and capacity building activities.


 
 Minimum Qualification, Skills and Experience Required:

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
First level university degree in medicine is required. A degree in public health would be a definite asset.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE
At least 2 years of experience required in public health with emphasis on emergency response and/or the management of communicable diseases with emphasis on Malaria.
Broad knowledge required of principles, practices, methodology and techniques in public health and epidemiology, and control of communicable diseases.
Good knowledge of WHO procedures and policies is highly desirable.


COMPETENCIES
• Communicating in a credible and effective manner: Expresses oneself clearly in conversations and interactions with others; listens actively. Produces effective written communications. Ensures that information is shared.
• Producing results: Produces and delivers quality results. Is action oriented and committed to achieving outcomes.
• Ensuring effective use of resources: Identifies priorities in accordance with WHO’s strategic directions. Develops and implements action plans, organizes the necessary resources and monitors outcomes.

 

How to apply:

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE MADE to: E-mail: emacosudhr@who.int  indicating the Position title applying for in the e-mail subject, please attach the up to date Personal History Form “PHF” and or / C.V”.









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