NPO/HIV, HEP and STIs at World Health Organization

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Under the supervision of the Comm & Non-Comm Disease Team Leader and guidance of the WR, the incumbent will perform the following duties:

1. Provide strategic and technical support for the development of health sector HIV policies, guidelines and plans for HIV prevention treatment and care, while ensuring specific attention to children, pregnant and lactating women, key populations as well as patients with co-infections, (TB, Hepatitis B and C and other co-infections) and ensuring programmatic coordination with TB, Hepatitis and STIs programmes to promote synergies and efficiencies.
2. Assess the epidemiological and programmatic situation through analyzing programmatic, consumption and surveillance data, as well as triangulation of data sets in order to ensure, at all times, a good understanding of the HIV situation at national and sub-national levels. Support programmatic operational research and country contribution to the global AIDS monitoring structure.
3.  Assess the epidemiological and programmatic situation through analyzing programmatic, consumption and surveillance data, as well as triangulation of data sets in order to ensure, at all times, a good understanding of the HEP and STI situation at national and sub-national levels.
4. Support the development of operational plans and translation of normative guidance from WHO and partners into actions and activities and enable progressive realization.
5. Support the development of patient-centered approach in areas of linkages and retention to care and related strategies.
6. Provide technical support for the implementation and monitoring of the HIV, HEP and STI programme(s) performance, by supporting the establishment of a joint government-led platform for real-time monitoring of progress at national and decentralized level and also conducting periodic programme reviews and supporting the use of data for decision-making at all levels of the health system for the resolution of policy and implementation bottlenecks, including through capacity building activities.
7. Mobilize and support effective use of resources through effective implementation of priority activities, in particular those supported through the Global Fund for AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria; support preparation of documents for various purposes including donor proposals and reports.
8. Strengthen collaboration with international and national technical and funding partners including technical institutions, financial institutions and bilateral donors.
9. Actively promote harmonization and integration of HIV programming with overall health systems especially in the areas of disease surveillance, integrated people-centered care delivery, legislation and regulations including drug regulatory policies, social protection and health care financing to strengthen and sustain HIV control.
10. Support the MoHS to ensure effective coordination of the members of health sector (including community actors, academia, private sector) and to promote the leadership of the sector within the multisectoral coordination of the national response led by the NAS.
11. Support the development, implementation, monitoring and review of the Joint UN Team on AIDS plan of action in addition to ensure that HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis and TB are mainstreamed in the United Nations Assistance Development Framework (UNDAF). 
12. Work with the MoHS and partners to facilitate dialogue and elevate the profile and visibility of HIV, HEP and STIs control activities at national and local levels. 
13. Liaise with the WHO Regional Office and headquarters in providing technical support to the HIV, HEP and STIs Programme.
14. Perform any other duties as requested by supervisors.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: First university degree in University degree in Medicine or public health from an accredited/recognized institute

Desirable: Advanced degree in Epidemiology or Public Health, post-graduate degree or training in communicable diseases, Proficiency in at least one statistical/ epidemiological analysis package such as Epi Info or Stata

Experience

Essential: At least five (5) years experience in HIV, HEP or STIs control at national or subnational level in developing countries. Practical experience in programme review and strategic plan development. Experience in program management at national and provincial level.

Desirable: Working experience with the WHO or other international experience would be an asset. A minimum of 3 years of working experience in large public health projects. Familiarity with Global Fund Policies & Procedures; Clinical experience in HIV treatment and care, including pediatric care and treatment; Experience with key populations programming, HIV programmes and health systems strengthening approaches

Skills

1. Extensive knowledge and experience in HIV prevention and control programming and implementation. Proven experience in HIV technical and programme management at country level. 
2. Knowledge of Viral Hepatitis and STI Programming.
3. Knowledge of the Kenya health system – management and strategic planning at national level.
4. Ability to develop and facilitate the development of HIV guidelines and effectively monitor progress in use of guidelines.
5. Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to cooperate and negotiate with technical and funding agencies, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of staff.
6. Experience with Global Fund proposal development, grant management and implementation processes.
7. Excellent communication skills, including presentation skills, ability to write strategically and speak clearly

WHO Competencies

1. Teamwork
2. Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
3. Communication 
4. Producing result
5. Ensuring the effective use of resources

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English.

Desirable: Expert knowledge of Local Language.

Closing Date: Feb 24, 2022, 1:59:00 AM