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Technical Officer
Research & Evaluation Job in New Delhi, Delhi
Salary ₹1,48,472 a month
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₹1,48,472 a month
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Overview 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 financial protection against health-related risks.
WHO Country Office for India is supporting the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare to strengthen the existing health systems to cater to the growing needs of mental health and substance abuse.
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 non-communicable 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:
The purpose of this position is to provide strategic technical support to National AIDS Control Organization (NACO) in the areas of Research & Evaluation including Operations Research, Implementation Science Research, Process Evaluation, Joint Interim Review Mission, Outcome Evaluation, Impact Evaluation etc. At NACO, the incumbent will work with WHO Country Office and Deputy Director General – Strategic Information of NACO, with a view to achieve the expected results set out in the relevant WCO-India work plans.
Under the overall guidance of the WHO Representative to India, Deputy Head of WHO Country Office for India and Team Leader (Communicable Diseases) and direct supervision of National Professional Officer (HIV/Hepatitis Prevention and Surveillance), the incumbent will have the following responsibilities in her/his assigned area of work:
- Provide technical assistance in coordination of activities under Network of Indian Institutes for HIV/AIDS Research (NIIHAR);
- Provide technical support to the NACO team working on Research and Evaluation in implementing all the key activities of National HIV/AIDS Research Plan;
- Provide technical support to reviewing and advice on the research proposals submitted to NACO;
- Assist in monitoring progress in ongoing research studies and progress notes and executive summaries of various research activities for routine reporting, dissemination, action, feedback;
- Work closely with the NACO team working on Research and Evaluation in coordinating programme evaluation component under SR-TISS;
- Provide technical support in organizing meetings including Brown Bag Seminar every month, workshops on operational research and dissemination etc.;
- Coordinate planning meetings of the Technical Resource Group, NACO Ethics Committee and NIIHAR as and when required;
- Develop presentations, technical briefs, briefing notes and project concept notes, study reports as required;
- Contribute to other ongoing activities and projects as suggested by supervisors;
- Participate in regular HHS team meetings, CD team meetings of WHO and meetings/workshops of NACO as suggested by supervisors; and
- Undertake other duties and tasks as assigned by supervisor(s)
Qualification requirements
Education:
Essential: Bachelor’s degree in social sciences (Economics/Sociology/Anthropology etc.), medicine or Statistics/Biostatistics.
Desirable: Master’s degree in social sciences (Economics/Sociology/Anthropology etc.), medicine or Statistics/Biostatistics would be an added asset.
Any research degree including MPhil or PhD etc. or postgraduate qualification in community medicine, statistics, public health or epidemiology.
WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from accredited institutions. The list can be accessed through this link: http://www.whed.net/
Experience:
Essential: At least one year research experience, in a government department/public sector undertaking, in a multinational corporation, reputed private organizations or NGOs.
Knowledge of data analysis software like SPSS, STATA etc. would an advantage.
Desirable: Past experience of working in HIV/AIDS programme or projects under government or bilateral/ multilateral agencies in India.
Experience of working with State AIDS Control Society or National AIDS Control Organization or other communicable diseases, having good skills in using different data analysis packages will be an added advantage.
Project management experience, including coordination of activities and reporting.
Competencies:
- Teamwork
- Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
- Communication
- Producing results
- Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
Functional Skills and Knowledge:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- The incumbent should identify with the core values of the World Health Organization. Good knowledge of modern office procedures and practices.
- Ability to analyse data; Ability to speak and write clearly. Proficiency in computer applications and ability to draft reports.
- The incumbent should contribute to ensuring high professional, ethical, and institutional standards of the Organization.
- Meet professional conduct expectations, and basic universal norms of honesty, integrity, loyalty, and lawful behaviour. This includes compliance with the above, including ability to:
- Perform within existing organizational structures and governance.
- Adhere to WHO’s processes; demonstrate gender and cultural sensitivity.
- Demonstrate respectful and constructive interpersonal communication.
- Perform as a team player.
- Demonstrate due diligence.
Renumeration:
Monthly remuneration is INR 148,472 taxable as per Indian laws and the appointment will be through Special Services Agreement (SSA) for a period of one year. S/he could be posted anywhere in India as per the needs.
Additional Information:
- This Vacancy Notice may be used to fill similar positions at the same level.
- Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
- A written test and interviews will be used as a form of screening
- WHO is committed to workforce diversity.
- WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.
- WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
- This post is subject to local recruitment and will be filled by persons recruited in the local commuting area of the duty station.
- 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.
- For information on WHO’s operations please visit: http://www.who.int.
- WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.
- Any extension of appointment would be subject to programmatic requirements, performance of the incumbent and availability of funds.
Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Consultant – Health Insurance Job in India
Salary ₹2,06,377 a month
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₹2,06,377 a month
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Job Posting : Nov 28, 2022, 9:57:15 PM
WHO Country Office for India is supporting the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare to strengthen the existing health systems to cater to the growing needs of mental health and substance abuse.
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 non-communicable 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:
The purpose of this position is to provide strategic technical support to the Rajasthan State Health Assurance Agency (RSHAA) on its health protection scheme, Mukhya Mantri Chiranjeevi Swasthya Bima Yoajana (MMCSBY).
The incumbent will work under the overall guidance of the WHO Representative, Deputy Head of WHO Country Office for India, direct supervision of Technical Officer – Health Financing. S/he will have the following responsibilities in her/his assigned area of work:
- Lead engagement across government agencies and state and central levels in the design, implementation, and improvement of the State initiated scheme;
- Support to the State Nodal Agency in the integration and institutionalization of the routine data collection and analysis of ICD 11 and ICHI data;
- Support on data analytics including the costing of new benefit packages, health technology assessment (HTA), clinical protocols/guidelines and other reforms to improve service delivery and providing continuity so that best practices and skills are shared and institutionalized within government;
- Support use of evidence to identify gaps in implementation, improving service coverage and adjusting pricing, payment and packages. Build capacity within government for evidence-based management;
- Advise Secretary & other senior officers of department on strategic and policy decisions on core functions;
- Provide coordination support between the Central and state governments, setting up systems for feedback and knowledge sharing between states, between states and central and across units of government, as well as with other academic and research units;
- Develop strong working relationships with key stakeholders in government, international partners, donors and NGOs, and ensure maximum coordination of resources and effort; and
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor(s).
Qualification required
Education:
Essential: University degree in public health, health economics and financing, health policy, health systems or equivalent in related field from a recognized institution/university.
Desirable: Post graduation in health economics and financing or other allied fields.
WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from accredited institutions. The list can be accessed through this link: http://www.whed.net/
Experience:
Essential: At least two (2) years of professional experience of working with central or state government authorities on design and implementation of health protection schemes
Desirable: Working experience with intergovernmental agencies at the national and state level will be an advantage.
Competencies:
- Teamwork
- Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
- Communication
- Producing results
- Moving Forward in Changing Environment
- Knowing and Managing yourself
Functional Skills and Knowledge:
Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English and working knowledge of local language will be an asset. Proficiency in computer applications and ability to draft reports.
Remuneration
Monthly remuneration is INR 206,377 taxable as per Indian laws and the appointment will be through Special Services Agreement (SSA) extendable subject to satisfactory performance and continuing need for the function. S/he will be posted at Jaipur, Rajasthan.
Additional information
- This Vacancy Notice may be used to fill similar positions at the same level.
- Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
- A written test and interviews will be used as a form of screening
- WHO is committed to workforce diversity.
- WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.
- WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
- This post is subject to local recruitment and will be filled by persons recruited in the local commuting area of the duty station.
- 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.
- For information on WHO’s operations please visit: http://www.who.int.
- WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.
- Any extension of appointment would be subject to programmatic requirements, performance of the incumbent and availability of funds.
Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Senior Programme Manager
Climate and Energy, HEO, New Delhi
Salary ₹1,10,484 a month
Job details
₹1,10,484 a month
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Full Job Description
Note: All applicants are required to mandatorily fill the complete online application form including the employment and educational details, experience-based segment and the behaviours and technical/ professional skills-based questions. We will be thoroughly reviewing the application forms only for all the required details. Forms that are incomplete in any respect will not be considered while shortlisting for the next stage.’
Please note: This is a fixed term contract for 2 years.
Main purpose of job:
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast paced and dynamic team in a critical decade for global action on the energy transition needed to move away from fossil fuels and towards clean growth.
The purpose of the the Senior Programme Manager – Climate and Energy role is to deliver the UK Government’s bilateral objectives with India through programme delivery on key areas of energy and climate. You will be based in the Climate and Energy Team, Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office, at the British High Commission, New Delhi. You will be working on issues at the top of the British and Indian governments’ priority lists as our two countries work together to deliver the 2030 Roadmap for India-UK future relations.
This is a central role in the team, coordinating the delivery of FCDO’s technical assistance programmes in India on climate and energy through a range of implementers.
Firstly, the main purpose of the job is to provide programme management expertise and oversight to support the delivery of large, varied and innovative technical assistance programming on energy and climate. The job will include: programme management and coordination oversight to drive overall delivery and ensure integrity and coherence of energy and climate programming; financial management of the overall programme; support for Monitoring, Reporting, Evaluation and Learning (MREL); communication of progress and impact to internal and external stakeholders in the UK and India. You will need strong programme management skills.
Secondly, the post holder will have to ensure effective coordination across the team, work closely with energy and climate colleagues across the India Network, and link effectively with other UK government departments at Post and in the UK. The job entails supporting the broader UK effort on energy and climate and you will need excellent coordination and collaboration skills to shape this work. .
Thirdly, support the Senior Responsible Owner (SRO) to plan, track progress on implementation of programmes and budgets and coordinate with the wider colleagues across FCDO to keep abreast of the budgetary information and other programme guidelines. You will support the team with other programme management elements such as coordinating meetings with the programme delivery partners and assist with visits.
Roles and responsibilities / what will the jobholder be expected to achieve?:
Reporting to the Head of Energy Sector Reforms, you will:
- Develop a coherent implementation strategy for the UK’s technical assistance (TA) programmes on energy and climate, aligned with the delivery of the UK’s overall energy and climate objectives.
- Working closely with the team’s policy leads and delivery partners, ensure that the programme delivers a coherent set of interventions (with appropriate interfaces) that lead to results and outcomes in line with the programme design and the overall UK strategy for energy and climate in India.
- Build appropriate links with other areas of technical assistance (e.g. Infrastructure, Urban, Capital, Finance). Ensure complementarity of the team’s activity with programmes managed by other teams and UK Government Departments.
- Build relationships with key stakeholders and delivery partners in the energy and low carbon sector, including relevant Government Ministries in the UK and India, think tanks, industry associations and NGOs.
- The Senior Programme Manager reports to the Senior Responsible Owner (SRO) and will work with Policy Leads, for effective co-ordination of the team’s technical assistance programmes including oversight of any risks and issues arising, including by maintaining an up to date risk register and developing strategies for risk mitigation.
- Ensure that programme delivery is in line with UK principles, standards and guidance – ensuring all compliance activities are undertaken. This includes implementation of the programme in line with FCDO systems and processes. Leading on Due Diligence Assessments and ensuring Value for Money is demonstrated.
- Working with policy leads provide quality assurance to ensure the delivery of new projects/ work packages is to the required standard, on time and within budget, in accordance with the programme plan and programme governance arrangements.
- Ensure timely and well managed procurement of services to deliver the technical assistance programme in line with FCDO systems and guidance.
- Working with policy leads, ensure high quality stakeholder management and communications with all delivery partners to drive delivery and ensure appropriate flow of information and advice.
- Ensure that the team is consistently practicing sound financial management using appropriate tools and practices. Ensure that delivery partners are meeting expected standards on delivering Value for Money.
- Coordinate Monitoring, Reporting, Evaluation and Learning (MREL) functions for the team.
- Ensure that learning is fed back into the programme to inform course correction and adaptive programming, and outcomes are properly captured. Regularly review partner reporting, in co-ordination with Policy leads. Critically appraise progress, troubleshooting programme issues and escalating delivery risks as appropriate. Lead the production of annual reviews and project completion reviews to quality standards and agreed deadline.
- Manage the programme’s budget, monitoring expenditure and costs against delivered and realised benefits as the programme progresses.
- Ensure timely and accurate allocation and forecasting of the TA programme budget and financial management in line with FCDO PrOF (Programme Operating Framework) benchmarks and quality standards.
- Co-ordinate proactive progress reporting on programme progress, emerging risks and lessons learned, for the SRO, relevant Programme Boards and Teams in the British High Commission and in London.
- Deliver proactive and timely communication of results to internal customers and external stakeholders, including drafting impact stories and other communications products matched to audience, diplomatic telegrams, letters etc.
- Coordinate and support successful delivery of high-level visits of UK delegations to India and Indian delegations to the UK.
- Provide input and assistance to other teams as well as the regional network on issues and projects relevant to areas of your subject matter expertise.
Learning and development opportunities (and any specific training courses to be completed):
The British High Commission is committed to providing learning and development opportunities through courses and on-the-job training.
Language requirements:
Language: English, Hindi
Level of language required: Proficient in speaking, reading and writing.
Essentials on Arrival:
Post graduate degree and at least seven years of experience of programme and financial management of large programmes including in the international development field.
Other skills:
- Strong analytical skills to review and analyse complex financial information and data analysis (e.g., PowerPoint, excel) are a pre-requisite;
- Financial management of large and multi-year government programmes;
- Keen desire to learn about new & emerging energy and climate sector priorities;
- Demonstrated strong written, presentation, and communications skills in English and ability to synthesize and present information effectively and tailored to different and senior audiences;
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work across teams and across cultures;
- Ability to work autonomously and proactively; and
- Flexible and adaptable in delivering tasks and responsibilities as assigned for effective team delivery.
Desirable qualifications, skills and experience:
- Any programme management course and/or qualifications;
- Experience of working in the field of climate and energy;
- Experience of working with private sector delivery partners; and
- Experience of delivering high profile delegation visits and events.
For BHC candidates, the Local BHC Terms & Conditions will apply.
For other than BHC candidates, Basic Salary will be INR 110,484 per month together with a 12% provident fund and 6% Special Allowance
Additionally the BHC offers a great benefits package that includes annual domiciliary medical cover, plus a Group Hospitalisation Scheme with INR 500,000 floater cover for your immediate family.
No relocation or any other related costs or assistance will be provided.
Please note – BHC does not deduct tax at source and employees are required to ensure that any requirements of local income-tax law are complied with in full. Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary, eg. some non-local national staff and some spouses or partners of UK diplomatic staff, will have their salaries abated by an equivalent amount.
The BHC is recognised as a good employer, with a robust, fair and transparent performance management & appraisal system linked to increments and staff bonuses. We have a 5-day working week, plus annual leave, public holidays, maternity leave provision, special leave, paid sick leave provision; ample development opportunities, travel opportunities, a good organisational culture, and excellent work/life balance.
Around half of our work forces are women. We treat people with respect and equality and have a policy of zero tolerance for any form of discrimination, bullying, or harassment.
This is a good opportunity to be part of a strong, diverse team, working in the biggest network that FCO has anywhere across the globe. We are aiming to make it the best.
Note : All applicants are required to mandatorily fill the complete online application form including the employment and educational details, experience-based segment and the behaviours and technical/ professional skills based questions. We will be thoroughly reviewing the application forms only for all the required details. Forms that are incomplete in any respect will not be considered while shortlisting for the next stage.’
To Apply:
Please note applications without (a) and (b) will not be considered.
A. Complete the Online Application Form
B. Complete the Experience, Behaviour and Technical/ Professional skills based questions segment in the Online Application Form
Internal candidates applying for this position need to upload their appraisal forms for the previous 2 years (if applicable) and also inform their current line managers, else the applications will not be considered.
We will accept only online applications by 09 December 2022 till 23:55 IST
Please note that all the applicants will be required to strictly adhere to the security guidelines for British High Commission.
Please note – Provident Fund Transfer in and out from EPFO is not possible as BHC PF is managed by a private PF trust governed by Indian Income Tax Act, 1961. The staff still has the option to transfer out and in from a privately held PF trust which are not governed by EPFO.
Applicants who do not have the required qualification & experience should kindly abstain from applying, as their applications will not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and no telephone enquires will be dealt with.
The appointment will be subject to Police Verification and other checks including references, medical, educational and professional.
We welcome all applications irrespective of age, race, colour, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion, belief or creed. We are also open to applications from people who want to work flexibly.
The roster of Surveillance Medical Officers (SMOs) Job in India
Salary ₹1,48,472 a month
Job details
₹1,48,472 a month
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Objectives of the Programme and of the immediate Strategic Objective
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.
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 non-communicable 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.
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 direct supervision of the Sub-Regional Team Leader (SRTL), and under the managerial supervision of the Officer on Special Duty (OSD)/NPO-NPSP (as the case may be), in compliance with project guidelines in the assigned district/state with a view to achieve the expected results set out in the relevant WCO-India biennial work plans and in accordance with WHO’s Country Cooperation Strategy with India, the incumbent is expected to effectively discharge technical, administrative and financial responsibilities in her/his assigned area of work as outlined below. In the context of WCO India’s transition from Polio to Public Health, the set of roles and responsibilities will apply not only to Polio eradication and end game activities but will also cover technical support to routine immunization, Measles Elimination and Rubella control, and new vaccine introduction.
- Provide technical guidance and build capacity of the government and non-government staff to sustain polio-free status as per the polio eradication and end game strategic plan. Facilitate activities for AFP Surveillance, supplementary immunization for polio, strengthening of routine immunization, outbreak response to any wild, vaccine derived or Sabin-like type 2 polioviruses and transitioning to support other public health priorities;
- Facilitate activities related to intensification of routine immunization, measles elimination and rubella control and surveillance of vaccine preventable diseases (VPDs);
- In accordance with WCO mandate and as per State priorities and requirements-provide technical assistance for, and strengthening of vaccine preventable disease surveillance, and related outbreak response in coordination with the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP);
- Liaise and coordinate with partner agencies, non-governmental organizations, professional bodies for strengthening of above-mentioned activities;
- Conduct regular analysis and interpretation of epidemiological, surveillance and immunization data to support appropriate follow up actions by the government and partners;
- As a technical expert of WHO, make presentations, draft reports and strategic documents required for decision making and implementing at district and in the state;
- Support implementation of other health priorities including SDG goals as a part of WHO’s Country Cooperation Strategy;
- Ensure propriety and follow established internal controls over use of financial resources. In case of suspected misappropriation or fraud etc., immediately report to Administrative Officer and WHO Representative to India directly;
- Take responsibility and provide oversight and support for administrative, HR and finance duties of the unit office as per WHO guidelines and established procedures;
- Ensure timely performance assessment of supervisee and provide timely feedback;
- Provide full cooperation to auditors and ensures ‘closure’ of audit findings within a reasonable timeframe;
- Create a work culture that thrives on transparency, and healthy work relations with other team members of the unit by observing the highest ethical standards; and
- Take responsibility for overall management and administration of the Unit including all financial transactions in compliance with WCO India Project financial rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Undertake any other tasks/duties as assigned by supervisor(s).
Qualifications required:
Education:
Essential: University degree in modern medicine – Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.) recognized by National Medical Commission, India (earlier Medical Council of India) with State Medical Council registration is essential
Desirable: Post graduation in Community Medicine/Preventive & Social Medicine/Public Health/ Pediatrics/other allied field.
WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from accredited institutions. The list can be accessed through this link: http://www.whed.net/
Experience:
Essential: At least two (2) years of public health experience after Graduation (Post-graduation will count as experience)
Desirable: Experience in public health/programme management and/or experience of working in the polio eradication/routine immunization programme.
Competencies:
- Teamwork
- Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
- Communication
- Producing results
- Moving forward in a changing environment
- Knowing and managing yourself
Languages:
Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English and working knowledge of local language will be an asset.
Remuneration:
Monthly remuneration is INR 148,472 taxable as per Indian laws and the appointment will be through Special Services Agreement (SSA) extendable subject to satisfactory performance and continuing need for the function. S/he could be posted anywhere in India as per the Project needs.
Additional Information
- This Vacancy Notice may be used to fill similar positions at the same level.
- Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
- A written test and interviews will be used as a form of screening
- WHO is committed to workforce diversity.
- WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.
- WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
- This post is subject to local recruitment and will be filled by persons recruited in the local commuting area of the duty station.
- 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.
- For information on WHO’s operations please visit: http://www.who.int.
- WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.
- Any extension of appointment would be subject to programmatic requirements, the performance of the incumbent and availability of funds.
Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Technical Expert – HIV Comorbidities
Job in New Delhi, Delhi Salary ₹2,06,377 a month
Job details
₹2,06,377 a month
Full Job Description
Overview 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 financial protection against health-related risks.
WHO Country Office for India is supporting the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare to strengthen the existing health systems to cater to the growing needs of mental health and substance abuse.
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 non-communicable 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
The purpose of this position is to provide strategic technical support to National AIDS Control Organization (NACO) in the areas of HIV Comorbidities including Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases and Stroke, Mental Health, Palliative Care, Health Care of the Elderly PLHIV, etc.
Under the overall guidance of the WHO Representative to India, Deputy Head of WHO Country Office for India and Team Leader (Communicable Diseases) and direct supervision of National Professional Officer (HIV/Hepatitis/STI Care and Treatment) of WHO Country Office and Head/Deputy Director General of Care, Support and Treatment (CST) division of National AIDS Control Organization. S/he will have the following responsibilities in her/his assigned area of work:
- To provide technical assistance on developing frameworks for collaborative activities across NACP, NTEP, NPCDCS, NMHP and other national programs.
- Support implementation of collaborative frameworks in close coordination with different national programme components, service packages of Ayushman Bharat-Health and Wellness Centres and close coordination with other stakeholders.
- To provide support in advocacy for evidence-based policy framing and preparing guidelines for quality assured screening, diagnosis and treatment of co-morbidities in PLHIV in coordination with concerned national health programmes.
- To provide technical assistance at centre, state and district level for implementation of the framework.
- To support training of the key program officials, partners and other stake holders on prevention and management of co-morbidities in PLHIV under NACP.
- To provide the technical support in strengthening and decentralizing HIV-co-morbidities collaborative activities.
- To work in collaboration with national and state level technical officers of other thematic areas of the program on cross cutting issues.
- To identify various programme linkages across different national programmes, to develop NACP programme on HIV co-morbidities.
- Build capacities of concerned staff for effective programme management and analysis through extensive field visits.
- Participate in the related technical resource group meetings of NACO.
- Working with the internal and external stakeholders at national, state and district levels to ensure that the program is implemented as planned by SACS/DACS.
- Strengthen the existing MIS system and reporting formats, indicators and suggest modifications/changes if any, for review and adaptation especially with respect to SOCH related to HIV-comorbidities.
- To undertake strengthening the supervision and monitoring through supervisory visits.
- To provide a comprehensive report on the programme status on a quarterly basis in the prescribed format to the concerned divisions at NACO, in consultation with component officers and in close coordination with Surveillance and M&E divisions of NACO.
- Data confidentiality, data protection and data security may be ensured while sharing NACP data with other stakeholders.
- Any other additional action points which may support HIV-and other comorbidities-related collaborative activities; and
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor(s).
Qualification requirements
Educations:
Essential: Bachelor’s in Medical Sciences (MBBS degree) (MCI/State Medical Council registration essential)
Desirable: Postgraduate degree in Preventive and Social Medicine/ Community Medicine/ Public Health/ Internal Medicine/ Infectious Diseases.
WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from accredited institutions. The list can be accessed through this link: http://www.whed.net/
Experience:
Essential: At least two (2) years of working experience in HIV/AIDS or Hepatitis or STIs or noncommunicable diseases, in a government department/public sector undertaking, in a multinational corporation, reputed private organizations or NGOs.
Desirable: Past experience working in HIV/AIDS or Hepatitis or STIs or noncommunicable diseases programs or health projects under government or bilateral/ multilateral agencies in India. Experience of working with State AIDS Control Society or National AIDS Control Organization or other communicable disease program, having good skills in using different data analysis packages like SPSS or STATA will be an added advantage. Project management experience, including coordination of activities and reporting. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Competencies
- Teamwork
- Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
- Communication
- Producing results
- Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
Functional Skills and Knowledge:
- The incumbent should identify with the core values of the World Health Organization. Good knowledge of modern office procedures and practices.
- Ability to analyses data; Ability to speak and write clearly. Proficiency in computer applications and ability to draft reports.
- The incumbent should contribute to ensuring high professional, ethical, and institutional standards of the Organization.
- Meet professional conduct expectations, and basic universal norms of honesty, integrity, loyalty, and lawful behavior. This includes compliance with the above, including ability to:
- Perform within existing organizational structures and governance.
- Adhere to WHO’s processes; demonstrate gender and cultural sensitivity.
- Demonstrate respectful and constructive interpersonal communication.
- Perform as a team player.
- Demonstrate due diligence.
Remuneration
Monthly remuneration is INR 206,377 taxable as per Indian laws and the appointment will be through Special Services Agreement (SSA) for a period of one year. S/he could be posted anywhere in India as per the needs.
Additional Information
- This Vacancy Notice may be used to fill similar positions at the same level.
- Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
- A written test and interviews will be used as a form of screening
- WHO is committed to workforce diversity.
- WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.
- WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
- This post is subject to local recruitment and will be filled by persons recruited in the local commuting area of the duty station.
- 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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- WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.
- Any extension of appointment would be subject to programmatic requirements, performance of the incumbent and availability of funds.
- Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply
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