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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The mission of WHO’s Health Emergencies Programme is to help countries, and to coordinate international action, to prevent, prepare for, detect, rapidly respond to, and recover from outbreaks and emergencies.

Description Of Duties

The incumbent will perform the following duties

• Provide Technical insight in preparedness, response, and recovery to MOH and partners in emergencies and disasters.
• Ensure that humanitarian health assistance is in line with international standards and local priorities by building the required capacities at the national level, aligning with the Asia-Pacific Health Security Action Framework (APHSAF).
• Contribute effectively to the implementation of activities for prevention and control of disease outbreaks during and after emergency situations.
• Manage information systems and timely dissemination of WHO updated information on a regular and prompt basis in disease surveillance especially in Disease early warning system.
• Conduct regular assessment of health risks for affected population and recommend required strategies.
• Work closely with MOH and other health stakeholders to ensure that updated information on affected population figures and their health status is readily available.
• Arrange and compile materials for trainings and other capacity building activities related to surveillance and risk assessment for public health workers.
• Participate in emergency epidemiological field missions and provide technical support in rapid response to public health emergencies, as required.
  
  

Required Qualifications

Education

Essential: Bachelor's degree (or higher) in preventive medicine, epidemiology, public health, or similar field from a recognized university.

Desirable: Sound understanding of emergency response.

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/ .

Experience

Essential: At least one (1) year of relevant experience in epidemiology, surveillance and/or control of acute public health events; epidemic intelligence and risk assessment at the national levels.

Desirable: Relevant international exposure is an asset. Field experience in epidemiology, surveillance and/or control of acute public health events in sub-national level in Viet Nam. Field experience in the context of large epidemics or public health crisis. Experience in working with international organizations and/or governments.

Skills

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and proactively
• Demonstrated ability to work in challenging and multidisciplinary settings
• Good Knowledge of health sector activities in developing countries and/or in the context of emergency response relief, or preparedness for epidemic-prone diseases.
• Good Knowledge of surveillance, field epidemiology and emerging diseases.
• Sound analytical and organizational skills
• Willingness to be deployed at short notice in support of national and international emergency health interventions.
• Tact, discretion and ability to promote consensus.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills, with emphasis on writing skills.
  
  

WHO Competencies Enhanced WHO Global Competency Model: who-enhanced-competence.pdf

Teamwork

Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences

Communication

Knowing and managing yourself

Producing results

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Excellent knowledge of English and local language.

REMUNERATION

Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 36,105 (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.

Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment 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.

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.

Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.

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The WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply.

Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be sent through an email to reasonableaccommodation@who.int

An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. 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 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.

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WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.

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Grade

NO-A

Contractual Arrangement

Fixed-term appointment

Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days)

2 years

Job Posting

Aug 22, 2024, 7:39:23 AM

Closing Date

Sep 5, 2024, 11:59:00 PM

Primary Location

Viet Nam-Hanoi

Organization

WP_VNM Viet Nam

Schedule

Full-time

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