Ref No: 1800783 Grade: NO-C Contractual Arrangement: Fixed-Term Appointment Contract Duration: 12 Months Organization: AF_NGA Nigeria Objectives of the Programme
Improve capacity to develop and implement policies, strategies and multi-sectoral action plan for prevention and control of non-communicable diseases and their risk factors including mental health, violence and injury
Improve skills at federal and state levels to implement evidence-based interventions for management of non-communicable diseases including mental health at primary, secondary and tertiary levels
Improve capacity for development and adaptation of protocols, guidelines and training modules for NCDs interventions
Increase capacity for policy dialogue, coordination and partnership for multi-sectoral approach for the prevention and control of non-communicable diseases and their risk factors
Increase capacity for surveillance of non-communicable diseases and their risk factors and conduct of relevant surveys such as STEPS, GATS, GSHS, GYTS e.t.c.
Description of Duties
Working under the overall leadership of the WR/Nigeria and the direct supervision of the CDS Cluster Lead, the National Professional Officer, Non-Communicable Diseases/Conditions (NCD) will serve as the focal person for NCDs under the CDS Cluster of the WHO Country Office in Nigeria.
Specifically, the post holder will:
Support the Ministry of Health to develop and implement comprehensive and integrated policies and strategies for the management of the main chronic non-communicable diseases and their risk factors: cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancer, oral health, chronic respiratory diseases and sickle cell diseases
Provide technical support for the development of guidelines to promote use of community-based approaches, affordable strategies and technologies for the delivery of quality care services including primary, secondary and tertiary prevention
Provide technical assistance to the country for the prevention and control of NCDs and their risk factors integrated into national health policies and strategies, and, beyond the health sector
Support the country capacity building and provide technical assistance and advice to the Ministry of Health and its partners to develop, implement and evaluate strategies and action plans for the prevention and control of NCDs in line with the NCDs Global Action Plan 2013-2020
Forge partnerships and networks to enhance multi-disciplinary and multi-sectoral collaboration to address NCDs and their risk factors in the country
Contribute to resource mobilization for WCO technical support to the country using existing mechanisms at country level
Support data collection, research and information dissemination and use for policy and programme development, advocacy and awareness-raising on NCDs and their risk factors
Work closely with the national authorities and other partners, and liaise with WHO technical staff in the Regional Office
Prepare technical and administrative reports and presentations as required
Perform any other tasks/duties as assigned by supervisors
Required Qualifications Education:
Essential: Medical Degree from a recognized University
Desirable: Master of Public Health from a recognized University
Experience:
Essential: At least 5 years working experience in prevention and control of non communicable diseases and risk factors
Desirable: Working experience in related areas with WHO, other UN agencies or other recognized international organizations
Skills:
Demonstrated innovative, analytical and problem- solving skills; statistical, monitoring and evaluation skills; ability to lead policy level dialogue, advocacy and partnerships on non-communicable diseases and their risk factors
WHO Competencies
Producing results
Teamwork
Communication
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Use of Language Skills:
Expert knowledge of English.
Additional Information
Apply via :
tl-ex.vcdp.who.int
