Medical Officer

vor 2 Wochen

Genf, Genf, Schweiz WHO Vollzeit

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Develop and propose technical immunization policies and strategies for implementation through collaboration with regional and country offices and provide advice related to life course vaccination and integration to strengthen the technical capacity and impact of national immunization programmes. Engage with national leadership, including national policy-making bodies and institutions, to strengthen country capacity to assess disease burden, estimate the potential impact and cost effectiveness of introduction of new vaccines and technologies and to translate these data into policy decisions. Identify strategic knowledge gaps, and plan and manage expert scientific consultations to evaluate and review existing evidence in order to advise on the content of current WHO immunization policy recommendations and to guide revision of strategic directions. Lead and conduct research on best practices in implementing programmes and activities and dissemination of information for capacity building in the respective area of work. Lead the design of methodological approaches and undertake or coordinate literature reviews, systematic analyses and synthesis of epidemiological and other evidence or data to inform the development of WHO policy and strategies related to immunization, with particular focus on vaccines already in use in national immunization programmes. Assist with the development and revision of WHO recommendations and draft WHO position papers on vaccines and immunization, and undertake GRADEing of epidemiological evidence to support these recommendations, based on the guidance provided by SAGE. Draft implementation guidance and other related materials to support the adoption and implementation of WHO immunization recommendations, integration and life course vaccination. Serve as a technical reference among the peer community, UN Agencies and other stakeholders at the technical levels in the respective area of expertise. Represent WHO at a senior-level in immunization partnerships for immunization and new vaccine introduction (such as Gavi, IA2030, etc) and in other related forums with industry and academia. Perform all other related duties as assigned.


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS


Education


Essential :

Medical degree with advanced degree (Master's level or above) in Epidemiology, Public Health, Tropical Medicine, Infectious Diseases, Health Policy, or other related field.

Desirable :

PhD in one of the above-mentioned fields.


Experience


Essential :

At least 10 years of experience across fields of immunization that includes managing and implementing immunization programmes, conducting epidemiological analyses and developing immunization policies, with at least some years of relevant experience at the international level, including working on public health issues relevant to low- and low and middle-income countries.

Desirable :

Experience with the application of evidence-based methods and systematic reviews and synthesis of evidence.


Skills

Broad knowledge of vaccine-preventable diseases and immunization systems with particular competence in the scientific basis for disease control and development of evidence-based guidance. Ability to design and evaluate studies or systematic reviews, develop rigorous plans to collect, analyze and present statistical data, and write concise reports. Proven leadership and coordination abilities in public health and capacity to communicate effectively with staff at all levels in government, donors, international organizations, NGOs and partner agencies. Strong interpersonal, networking and diplomacy skills. Ability to work as a team member, and sensitivity to working in a multi-cultural environment. Conscientious with the ability to take the initiative and work independently under general guidance. Excellent oral communication and writing skills. Familiarity with the UN system, including knowledge of WHO country, regional and global functions. Technical knowledge of national immunization programmes in low- and low and middle-income countries is essential, together with a solid understanding of operating procedures in international agencies such as WHO.


WHO Competencies

Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Producing results Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond


Use of Language Skills


Essential : Expert knowledge of English.

Desirable : Intermediate knowledge of French.

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