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Location: Philippines
United Nations Capital Development Fund
Pharmaceutical & Medical
Closed
23 Jun 2021
03 Jul 2021
Not available
Thi Minh Ly Nguyen
BACKGROUND
Since 2 January 2020, the three levels of WHO (China Country Office, Regional Office for the Western Pacific and Headquarters) have been working together to respond to this outbreak of COVID-19. On 30 January, WHO declared the outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). On 11 March, WHO Director General characterized COVID-19 as a pandemic. The WPRO response plan is envisaged until the end of the year and respective support for each pillar is greatly needed.
As cases continue to be reported from new areas, additional preparedness and response efforts are required in the Region. To cope with the situation, the emergency team in the WHO Regional Office is being strengthened, in order to provide technical assistance to Member States for preparedness and response efforts.
PURPOSE/SPECIFIC OBJECTIVE OF THE ACTIVITY
Under the overall supervision of the WPRO IMST Incident Manager and the Information and Planning Pillar Lead, the consultant will provide epidemiologic, technical and operational assistance to the COVID-19 response activities from the Regional Office.
DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITIES TO BE CARRIED OUT (aligned to draft monthly plans)
Other Deliverables:
METHODS TO CARRY OUT THE ACTIVITY
Consultancy will be carried out remotely. The consultant will provide support to the COVID-19 Incident Management Support Team (IMST).
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION
Essential
First level or higher university degree in public health, epidemiology, social science or related field from an accredited/recognized institute.
EXPERIENCE
Essential
At least one-year work experience (including internships) related to the field of epidemiology or public health such as surveillance and outbreak investigation
Desirable
Relevant work experience in WHO, other UN agencies; experience working in relevant nongovernmental or humanitarian organizations. Experience in developing countries.
TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
LANGUAGES
Proficient in written and spoken English.
COMPETENCIES
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Duration of contract: 1 September 2021 - 31 December 2021
APPLICATIONS
Qualified and interested specialists should submit to the Supply Officer through WP RO UNGM at < [email protected] > by 3 July 2021:
Please use Tender Notice No. 133375 as subject to all submission. WHO may contact candidates for further information. Candidates not being considered will not be contacted. Progress of this work is subject to confirmation of funding.
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