Grade: No grade Contractual Arrangement: Special Services Agreement (SSA) Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): The duration of the contract will depend on the need of the functions and funding availability. Primary Location: Nepal Organization: SE_NEP WR Office, Nepal Schedule: Full-time IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device’s system settings. The World Health Organization (WHO), Nepal invites applications from qualified and experience Nepalese citizens for the position of Communicable Diseases (Program Support and M&E) Technical Assistance Support. Objective of the position The Communicable Diseases including Neglected Tropical Diseases (Program Support and M&E) Technical Assistance will support for documentation, planning, and implementation of major Communicable Diseases and NTDs interventions in Nepal. In addition, this position holder will provide program support and Surveillance related assistance for National Disease Program interventions in country. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION Background WHO is fully engaged and supporting the Ministry of Health and Population, DoHS, EDCD, and National Disease Programs in design and development of policies, strategies, guidelines for country-prioritized Communicable Diseases control and elimination. WHO is also providing technical inputs in strengthening of Communicable Diseases Surveillance activities at the national and sub-national level to achieve the goals of targeted Disease Control and Elimination by the end of 2030. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES Under the overall guidance of WHO Country Office, the incumbent will work under the supervision of Team Lead (CDS, WCO Nepal) and day to day supervision of National Professional Officer (CDS, WCO Nepal) in collaboration with National Disease Programs, DoHS and the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP). Work closely with relevant National Programs of DoHS and assist in strengthening of Communicable Diseases and COVID-19 surveillance and monitoring & evaluation of progress of country prioritized communicable disease programs. Collect and collate epidemiology data from all national sources and conduct monthly review and analysis of prioritized communicable diseases and COVID-19 data. Provide inputs to improve the data quality and strengthening of M&E and Surveillance system for Communicable Diseases including NTDs in collaboration with key stakeholders. Conduct regular monitoring and data analysis and identify gaps, challenges, and program bottlenecks to improve the interventions of Communicable Diseases including NTDs. Support in preparing monthly, quarterly, and yearly updates and reports for assigned National Disease programs. Undertake frequent monitoring visits to provinces, districts, and local levels to provide support in strengthening recording & reporting and data management of prioritized Communicable Diseases. Support national programs to prepare the annual request of NTDs drugs on donation. Support central and provincial officials for proper drug management to ensure no stock out of major NTDs drugs and other essential drugs for Communicable Diseases. Facilitate meetings, workshops and technical discussions for the review and development of polices, strategies, guidelines for Communicable Diseases, COVID-19 and NTDs and assist planning for program implementation and support continuation of essential services in the context of COVID-19. Perform other relevant duties as assigned by supervisors. This includes duty travel or duty-station reassignment at any time as per the program requirements. Submit periodic activity report and detailed achievement report on end of assignment. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education: Essential: Master’s in Public Health/ Epidemiology / International Health / Community Medicine from recognized university Desirable: Medical graduate from a recognized university Experience: Essential: Minimum of 3-5 years’ relevant work experience in public health Desirable: Demonstrated experiences in NTDs programs/Infectious disease control and Surveillance Experience of working in the NGO/INGO sector or UN would be an asset Functional Knowledge and Skill Required Skill and knowledge: Good interpersonal skills, able to work as a team member in a multi-cultural environment. Ability to travel exclusively within the country and to perform practical hands-on field work. Ability to participate actively and cooperatively in knowledge sharing and policy forums at various levels and to coordinate with the GoN agencies. Good knowledge in Neglected Tropical Diseases and other communicable diseases. Good report writing skills and analytical skills including ability to collect and analyse technical data and information and to draw and present conclusions in written and spoken form. Very documentation skills and good writing skills in English and Nepali including ability to write clear and concise progress reports, analytical reports, plans and proposals. Proficiency in Microsoft Office: word processors, spreadsheets and other data processing, presentation programmes, Outlook and Internet, and email is essential. Proficiency in Statistical / Epidemiological Analysis software desired. Able to follow instructions and work independently would be an asset. WHO Competencies Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences. Communication Producing results Use of Language Skills: Essential: Expert knowledge of English and Nepali REMUNERATION: Monthly Salary: (Net of tax) NPR 150,972.00 at single rate (taxable as per Nepal Government laws) Grade: Level 7 Step II Duty Station: Nepal ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This Vacancy Notice may be used to fill similar positions at the same level. Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted. A written test and interviews will be used as a form of screening WHO is committed to workforce diversity. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice. WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco. This post is subject to local recruitment and will be filled by persons recruited in the local commuting area of the duty station. 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: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review. For information on WHO’s operations please visit: http://www.who.int. WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates. Any extension of appointment would be subject to programmatic requirements, performance of the incumbent and availability of funds. Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

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