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Qualifications

OBJECTIVE OF THE OFFICE/DEPARTMENT

This requisition is for employment at the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)/Regional Office of the World Health Organization (WHO)

This requisition is for employment at the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)/Regional Office of the World Health Organization (WHO)

The Communicable Diseases Prevention, Control and Elimination (CDE) Department promotes, coordinates, and implements technical cooperation activities directed toward the surveillance, prevention, control, elimination and/or reduction of communicable diseases and zoonosis, that are technically sound and appropriate for the political and sociocultural context in which they are implemented. It strives to achieve a sustainable impact on health by providing normative guidance, furthering the implementation of evidence-based interventions, fostering alliances that strengthen country capacity, improving the effectiveness of inter-country collaboration, and facilitating policy and decision-making processes.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Under the direct supervision of the Subregional Program Director (SPD-CRB), and the technical guidance of the Director, Innovation, Access to Medicines and Health Technologies (IMT), the incumbent is responsible for, but not necessarily limited to, the following assigned duties:

1.    Advocate and provide strategic, technical and programmatic advice and support for the development, update and implementation of policies, plans and strategies favoring access, regulation, innovation, production, pricing and rational use of medicines and other health technologies (including safe blood and organ transplants) at the subregional level within the framework of PAHO’s Strategic Plan, the Caribbean Cooperation in Health (CCH IV) framework, and other regional and subregional mandates as may be relevant;

2.    Create, strengthen and convene subregional networks aimed at improving access to safe, efficacious and quality-assured medicines and other health technologies including, but not limited to, networks dedicated to the improvement of regulatory capacities, the use of health technology assessment and other evidence informed processes for selection, incorporation and management of health technologies, post marketing surveillance and to improving access to safe blood and organ transplants;

3.    Identify subregional knowledge gaps and research priorities concerning access to quality, safe and effective MT;

4.    Provide advice and technical expertise for developing MT core data and information systems (at the subregional level, and between countries), and for their integration with broader health information systems;

5.    In close collaboration with the IMT department, contribute to developing policy briefs, situational analyses, and other technical documents concerning access to quality, safe, and effective medicines in the subregion;

6.    Contribute to the identification, documentation, systematization, dissemination and scaling-up of good practices and lessons learned in the area of MT in the subregion;

7.    Mobilize political, technical and financial resources for the implementation of the subregional technical program on MT;

8.    Contribute to the formulation of the subregional BWP and monitor regularly the financial and programmatic implementation of the MT component of the BWP; provide inputs for the strategic analysis and assessment of the MT component of the BWP; and contribute to the preparation of reports, as required;

9.    Support, in agreement with respective PWRs and according to the country BWPs and IMT technical guidance, Caribbean country offices focal points on MT related issues;

10. Promote and support inter-country and inter-subregional cooperation for joint programs, and information and knowledge sharing related to MT oriented to advance the subregional BWP and oriented to economies of scale and reduction of asymmetries among countries;

11. Provide leadership, guidance and monitoring of supervised staff by setting clear work objectives, ensuring timely and effective use of performance reviews and feedback mechanisms, engaging in regular communications, and solving interpersonal or technical conflicts; establish and support a learning environment; administer, allocate and monitor the financial, logistical and staff resources assigned to the MT component and prepare and justify the program or work and budget proposals of the MT component of the subregional BWP;

12. Perform other related duties, as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Essential: A university degree in one of the health, social, or management sciences and a master’s degree in pharmacy, health economics, public health or other health science related to the functions of the position from a recognized institution.

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.  PAHO, considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in one of the following databases:

World Higher Education Database (WHED), 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/

Council for Higher Education Accreditation http://www.chea.org/search/default.asp

College Navigator, found on the website of the National Centre for Educational Statistics, https://nces.ed.gov/ college navigator to support the validation process.

Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to PAHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and e-Manual.

For information on PAHO please visit: http://www.paho.org

Experience:

Essential: Nine years of combined progressive national and international experience in the implementation and administration of programs and projects related to medicines, health technologies, policy and regulation of medicines and other health technologies, health and pharmacoeconomics, production and quality control, or access to health products.

Desirable: Experience working at the subregional level would be an asset. Experience working in the United Nations or other multilateral institutions would be an asset.

SKILLS:

PAHO Competencies:

·         Overall attitude at work: Maintains integrity and takes a clear ethical approach and stance; demonstrates commitment to the Organization’s mandate and promotes the values of the Organization in daily work and behavior; is accountable for work carried out in line with own role and responsibilities; is respectful towards, and trusted by, colleagues and counterparts.

·         Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences: Relate well to diversity in others and capitalize on such diversity – Relates well to diversity in others and capitalizes on such diversity. Treats all people with dignity and respect. Relates well to people with different cultures, gender, orientations, backgrounds and/or positions; examines own behavior to avoid stereotypical responses; considers issues from the perspective of others and values their diversity.

·         Teamwork: Collaborate and cooperate with others – Works collaboratively with team members and counterparts to achieve and build rapport; helps others when asked;

accepts joint responsibility for the team’s successes and shortcomings.

·         Communication: Write effectively/Share knowledge – Writes down ideas in a clear, structured, logical and credible way; drafts and supports the development of guidelines, policies and procedures. Shares relevant information openly and ensures that the shared information is understood; considers knowledge sharing as a constructive working method and demonstrates awareness of the Organization.

·         Creating an empowering and motivating environment: Provide direction – Manages individual and group projects and ensures that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clearly defined, understood and accepted; delegates work appropriately to achieve best results.

·         Producing Results: Work efficiently and independently/Deliver quality results – Monitors own and others’ work in a systematic and effective way, ensuring required resources and outputs. Aligns projects with Organization’s mission and objectives. Consistently solves own and team’s problems effectively as needed. Proactively engages in projects and initiatives, accepting demanding goals, in line with Organizational Strategies and Program of Work. Demonstrates accountability for work of team and sets an example, while explicitly articulating lessons learnt for own and team’s benefit.

·         Ensuring effective use of resources: Strategize and set clear objectives/Monitor progress and use resources well – Sets specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and timely objectives for own team and/or the Organization; systematically analyses and anticipates priority projects for own team and allocates necessary resources to achieve them; identifies the cross-Organizational resources needed for large- scale projects in line with key Organizational objectives. Anticipates foreseeable changes and adapts own and team’s projects in the face of unforeseen circumstances and/ or challenges; creates measures and criteria to monitor progress of overall projects against key Organizational objectives; creates cost-effective solutions for the Organization.

·         Building and promoting partnerships across the Organization and beyond: Develop networks and partnerships and encourage collaboration – Builds and negotiates strategic partnerships and alliances with a wide range of key stakeholders to ensure Organizational results and success. Creates innovative opportunities for promoting synergies inside and outside the Organization to improve Organizational success.

Technical Expertise:

·         Theoretical and practical expertise in medicines and health technologies; technical and social determinants of access and use of health technologies, covering areas of policy development and regulation.

·         Broad knowledge of management principles and practices with specific emphasis on financing, innovation and public health production and quality evaluation, and service delivery.

·         Technical expertise in providing technical assistance to countries in the development, management, operation, or evaluation of programs or projects in health technologies and research.

·         Managerial skills for the development, implementation and analysis of technical cooperation programs and activities, including budget programming and control.

·         Knowledge and skills in the formulation of technical cooperation projects, interventions and in the development of criteria for evaluating program interventions, budget programming and control.

·         Mature judgment, strong technical, analytical, conceptual, interpersonal and communication skills; demonstrated ability to identify, assess, analyze, synthesize and provide recommendations on key political and technical issues.

·         Skills in resource mobilization (including fundraising and partner collaboration) and financial management for delivery of expected results.

·         Strong professional oral and writing skills, including the development of reports, oral presentations, and technical/persuasive documents for consideration at the highest levels of the Organization.

Languages:

Very good knowledge of English. A working knowledge of either Spanish or French would be an asset.

IT Skills:

Demonstrated ability to effectively use current technology and software, spreadsheets and presentations, as well as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and management information systems. Other IT skills and knowledge of software programs such as Microsoft Excel, Outlook, OneDrive, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, and Word are considered essential.

REMUNERATION

Monthly Salary: (Net of taxes)

US $6,443.83 (Salary is non-negotiable)

Post Adjustment:

US $ 4,723.33  This amount is to be considered as indicative since variations may occur each month either upwards or downwards due to currency exchange rate fluctuations or inflation.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

·         This vacancy notice may be used to identify candidates to fill other similar short-term professional positions, at the same grade level.

·         PAHO/WHO offers an attractive compensation package including a monthly net salary and post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station and exchange rates (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance).  Other benefits may include: 2.5 days annual leave per month, generous telework policy, parental leave, sick leave, pension plan, and health insurance scheme.  Other benefits for internationally recruited staff may include travel and removal expenses on appointment and separation, settling-in grant and rental subsidy.

·         Candidates will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration. A written test and/or interview will be held for this position as a form of screening.

·         The post description is the official documentation for organization purposes.

·         Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to PAHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and e-Manual.

·         For information on PAHO please visit: http://www.paho.org

·         PAHO/WHO is committed to workforce diversity.

·         PAHO is an ethical organization that maintains high standards of integrity and accountability. People joining PAHO are required to maintain these standards both in their professional work and personal activities.

·         PAHO also promotes a work environment that is free from harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and other types of abusive behavior. PAHO conducts background checks and will not hire anyone who has a substantiated history of misconduct.

·         PAHO personnel interact frequently with people in the communities we serve. To protect these people, PAHO has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. People who commit serious wrongdoing will be terminated and may also face criminal prosecution.

·         PAHO/WHO is a smoke-free environment.

·         Applications from women and from nationals of non and underrepresented Member States are encouraged.

·         All applicants are required to complete an on-line profile to be considered for this post.