WHO Indonesia - National Coordinator, Measles and Rubella Supplementary Immunization Activities (MR SIA) Phase-2 in Indonesia, EPI Programme

Vacancy Notice No: WR/INO/18/04 – National Consultant

Title: National Coordinator – Measles and Rubella Supplementary Immunization Activities (MR SIA) Phase-2 in Indonesia, EPI Programme

Duty Station: Jakarta (Indonesia)

Location: WHO Country Office – Indonesia, Jakarta

Grade: Technical Function Level B

Duration: 6 (six) months

Contract type: National Consultant

Annual salary: In accordance with WHO salary scale for National Consultant (technical function level B) – IDR 47,511,500 per month (Gross)

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME:

Measles elimination and rubella control by 2020 is the flagship program of the WHO South East Asia Region which was adopted in the sixty-sixth meeting of the Regional Committee for South East Asia Regional Committee (RC) in 2013.The Government of Indonesia is committed to achieve this 2020 goal and thus have planned for a two phased phase of catch up supplementary immunization activity in 2017 & 2018.

SUMMARY OF ASSIGNED DUTIES:

Under the overall guidance and supervision of the WHO Representative to Indonesia (WR) and the direct supervision of the Technical Officer EPI, the consultant will support the at Sub national Provinces and districts in planning, preparation, coordination, training, logistics, monitoring and assessment for the 2018 MR immunization focusing on selected high risk districts only ; this will include :

1. Facilitating coordination between EPI MOH, WHO and technical persons at national level;
2. Assist the EPI MOH RI in the training and orientation of health staff, advocacy with schools at district and sub-district levels;
3. Assist the EPI MOH RI in reviewing the monitoring plan of PHO/ DHO and education department;
4. Support the EPI MOH RI to review pre-campaign readiness assessment using the predefined checklist as adopted for Indonesia (SIA assessment tools) and provide necessary feedback, correction to the districts/ sub districts;
5. Technical assistance to EPI MOH RI to develop guideline/tools in strengthening routine immunization, specifically utilizing MR SIA as an opportunity for identification of defaulters, i.e. Un/under vaccinated children during the community phase in September and ensure proper follow up and assist in developing a POA for vaccinating the un/under vaccinated children identified during the SIA.
6. Assist and monitor the flow and distributions of vaccine, logistics, training and IEC materials and assist in developing communication plans (including social media) at national level
7. Submit a detail final report at the end of the assignment.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, ETC.

Competencies:

1. Teamwork
2. Respecting and promoting individual and cultural
3. Communication
4. Producing results
5. Moving forward in a changing environment

Functional Knowledge and Skills:

Managerial and good communication skills; analytical skills to identify critical issues and good writing skills; knowledge and skills in implementing immunization campaign specially measles and rubella campaign, routine EPI and VPD control, surveillance of communicable diseases; ability to work independently and also in team setting.

Education Qualifications:

Essential: University degree in medicine or a health related subject from a recognized university or its equivalent qualification.

Desirable: Master degree in a health related subject from a recognized university or its equivalent qualification

Experience:

Essential: At least five years’ experience in public health program implementation preferably in Immunization and VPD Surveillance

Desirable: Experience in WHO or in another UN/International organization would be an advantage.

Languages:

Expert knowledge of reading, writing and speaking in English

Other Skills (e.g. IT):

Work is performed in normal working environment. Proficiency in the use of modern office software packages such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc.) and standard office equipment. Good working knowledge of GSM (or other Oracle-based ERP systems) is desirable.

LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Note:

1. The applicants should submit one copy of WHO Personal History Form (PHF).
2. The applicants should submit a brief summary giving details of relevant work experience and qualifications. Vacancy Notice number should be mentioned on the application and separate applications are required for more than one vacancy.
3. Applicants from the United Nations or Specialized Agencies should apply through their Personnel Officers, and should attach completed personal history forms.
4. Applications should be addressed to the WHO Country Office (Attention: Human Resources Unit – Recruitment) at Dr Adhyatma Building, Ministry of Health, Block A – 6th Floor (Room No. 602), Jl. HR Rasuna Said Blok X-5 Kav. 4-9, Jakarta 12950 and seinorecruitment@who.int
5. A written test, using computer, will be held for the short-listed applicants. The performance in written test will decide applicant’s eligibility to appear in the interview.. WHO does not cover any expenses related to participation in tests and/or interviews.
6. The shortlisted candidates will be contacted only if under serious consideration.
7. WHO is committed to workforce diversity.
8. WHO does not recruit smokers.
9. Please contact the Human Resource Unit (Recruitment), WCO Indonesia, Jakarta, for any further details.
10. We only accept applications from nationals of Indonesia. Please REFRAIN from applying if you are not a national of Indonesia.

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