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DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
Provides technical leadership, coordination and managerial support within the Department/Programme, in the Unit of NCD management ensuring that activities in this area are carried out efficiently and effectively. Develops and proposes technical health policies and strategies for implementation through collaboration with Regional and Country Offices and provides advice in developing further the early detection, screening, diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases, cancer, diabetes and chronic respiratory diseases for strengthening and improving technical capacity of Member States. Contributes to cross-departmental and cross-cluster project/special WHO initiatives for optimal integration of prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases in respect of health systems and life-course and care continuum. Develops the programme for NCDs in emergencies building on the experiences in the region and working with WHO Health Emergencies Programme (WHE) and other relevant departments in WHO and across the UN. Oversees a unit of technical teams specialized in various domains within their area of expertise and facilitates the efficient flow of team synergies. Manages the programme area in delivering its objectives through efficient managing a small team of technical staff, financial resources and effective work planning to optimize the programme's deliverables in line with the mandate of the Organization. Leads and conducts research on best practices in implementing programmes and activities and dissemination of information for capacity building in the respective area of work. Promotes, leads and provides strategic direction for the generation, translation and dissemination of valuable knowledge and research related to management of NCDs. Manages the monitoring and evaluation and reporting of the subject area of work of key performance indicators and reporting requirements and mechanisms to optimize performance of Programme deliverables. Serves as the technical reference among the peer community, UN Agencies and other stakeholders at the technical levels in the respective area of expertise. Liaises with and utilizes partnerships in other UN Agencies, Donor, or research institutions in NCD management to position the technical area of work and implementation into Global and/or National policies. Represents the programme area of work at various meetings to advocate for NCD management. Performs all other related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Essential :
An advanced-level university degree in medicine or health sciences (community health, epidemiology, health administration).Desirable :
PhD in public health.
Experience
Essential :
A minimum of 10 years of professional experience in the management of noncommunicable disease prevention and control -including treatment of NCDs. A minimum of 7 - 10 years of professional experience in the area of health policies and strategies and implementation of NCD services. A minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience managing human and financial resources. A minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience at the international level, partnerships and multisectoral engagement.Desirable :
Relevant work experience in low and middle income countries and humanitarian settings.
Skills
Concrete skills in the planning and coordination of multidisciplinary public health programmes, which may include the implementation of a public health/disease control programmes. Strong skills in the area of developing and establishing polices and strategies. Excellent skills and ability in managing diverse teams and financial resources. Good skills in mobilizing resources. Ability to engage and communicate effectively and diplomatically with external partners including Ministries of Health, Donor institutions, Civil Society, and other stakeholders. Commitment to collaborate effectively with other key partners in the Health Subject area. Extensive knowledge in medical and disease control aspects relevant to the prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases (cardiovascular disease, cancer, respiratory disease and diabetes). Excellent leadership, project management and performance management skills. Ability to foster teamwork and to establish and maintain effective and transparent working relationships at all levels. Strong presentation skills.
WHO Competencies
Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Driving the Organization's Position in Health Leadership Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond Creating an empowering and motivating environment
Use of Language Skills
Essential : Expert knowledge of English.
Desirable : Intermediate knowledge of other UN Official languages (Arabic, French, Russian, Spanish or Chinese).
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