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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The IVB Department's mission is ‘To promote the health and well-being of all people, in all countries, by advancing the impact of vaccines and immunization programmes through partnership and leadership; policies and guidance; evidence and research'. Our work is aligned with the WHO 13th Global Programme of Work (GPW13), with a central focus to drive impact in countries, to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being at all ages.The Strategic Objectives of the IVB Department include:

1) establishing global immunization agendas, strategies and policies to build and harness commitment to action;

2) promoting research and innovation to increase impact of vaccines, technologies and immunization practices;

3) advancing evidence-based introduction and access to vaccines and immunization innovations;

4) optimizing immunization delivery to ensure high-impact, sustainable and equitable programmes; and

5) harnessing Vaccine Alliances and Partnerships, including collaborations with Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance and key WHO partners, towards cross-programme coordination and collaboration in pursuit of universal health coverage.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

1- Contribute to developing a mechanism to develop and deliver a global vaccine research and development agenda, including leveraging and building upon regional R&D agendas

2.- Develop novel frameworks to quantify components of the value of vaccines, for example value attribution of vaccines against antimicrobial resistance.

3- Collaborate with regional focal points and external implementation partners to understand the public health need for, and support the product development of novel vaccine delivery technologies.

4-Participate in the development ofpreferred product characteristics and technical roadmaps for new vaccines and novel vaccine products

5- Contribute to the development of pre-policy guidance for new vaccines and novel vaccine products.

6- Support the activities of the Product Development for Vaccines Advisory Committee as required.

7- Develop the concept and scope of work for external contractors as required.

8- Develop materials for presentation and communication of projects as needed.

9-Organize various Steering Committee and subject matter working groups of external experts to oversee prioritization and platform projects and contribute to strategic direction of programme

10- Develop project plans and contingencies to co-ordinate and integrate workstreams to maintain a cohesive strategy to build and implement prioritization and platform approaches.

11- Perform all other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: A first university degree in biological sciences, epidemiology or public health related to the functions of the position.
Desirable: An advanced university degree in one of the above-mentioned fields.Professional project management qualification.

Experience

Essential: At least five years of international related professional experience in technical management of a public health related programme, ideally involving multiple global immunization partners. Demonstrated working experience of data analysis, developing concepts/models/frameworks with diverse stakeholders and partners.
Desirable: Demonstrated working experience within a global organization.

Skills

- Solid technical skills in natural sciences.- Good understanding of process for vaccine development and evaluation/prioritization in various contexts.- Strong background in conducting and coordinating analysis of data to support evidence review.- Excellent skills in scientific writing and budget management.- Excellent oral and written communication and ability to take initiative.- Ability to present technical information in lay terms and facilitate interaction of and communication to diverse stakeholders would be an asset.- Knowledge of vaccine impact modelling or modelling design would be an asset.

WHO Competencies

Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Producing results
Moving forward in a changing environment

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English.
Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of French.

REMUNERATION

WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 60,962 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 4425 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.

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 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: www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.


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


• Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.


• For information on WHO's operations please visit: www.who.int.


• WHO is committed to workforce diversity.


• WHO's workforce adheres to the WHO Values Charter and is committed to put the WHO Values into practice.


• WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.


• WHO has a mobility policy which can be found at the following link: www.who.int/employment/en/. Candidates appointed to an international post with WHO are subject to mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world.


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


• *For WHO General Service staff who do not meet the minimum educational qualifications, please see e-Manual III.4.1, para 220.

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