Job Opportunities at World Health Organization

Description Of Duties
Under the direct supervision of the PAHO/WHO Representative (PWR), and the technical guidance of the Director, Health Systems and Services (HSS), the incumbent is responsible for, but not necessarily limited to, the following assigned duties:

• Advise and collaborate on the development, implementation, and evaluation of technical cooperation programs in the areas of health governance, health policy and systems development, health financing, health services organization and management supporting universal health coverage and universal access to health
• Support countries for the strengthening of resilient and strong health systems, guaranteeing universal access to health and universal health coverage, and an efficient response to health emergencies including outbreaks and pandemics
• Promote and support the establishment of policies, norms and standards for the design, organization and functional programming and operation of health systems based on primary health care, integrated health services delivery networks including hospital and other health facilities and services, and public health infrastructure and services
• Provide technical cooperation for the development of quality health services, with emphasis on primary health care supporting universal health, and the structure and operation of local health systems that provide a setting for the joint participation of the public sector social security systems, the private sector, and government agencies
• Support the development of an integrated health system, in the context of national health policies and plans, as part of the development and strengthening of the steering role of the health sector and health care sub-systems
• Collaborate in the organization and management of health systems and services, and their units with an emphasis on the reorganization and reorientation of the health sector and central and local health systems
• Implement, monitor, and evaluate sectoral projects aimed at achieving efficiency, effectiveness, improved quality, and sustainability of national health services and systems
• Advise on decision-making processes regarding collective options for, and implementation of, programs for universal access to quality care
• Provide support to strengthen health financing systems to improve public financing in health, with equity and efficiency, to advance towards universal health
• Ensure support in developing coherent medicine and pharmaceutical policies within the strengthening of the public health system
• Support the countries in the provision of medicines, vaccines, medical devices and public health supplies through the Strategic and Revolving Funds
• Provide support for the strengthening of national regulatory capacities for medicines and health technologies, aligned with subregional approaches ongoing in the Caribbean
• Support the strengthening of national health information systems and promote health systems and services analysis and research to inform policy and decision-making, while facilitating the dissemination of knowledge and information
• Collaborate in the development and implementation of programs to strengthen the steering and coordination role of the ministries of health in all its dimensions
• Contribute to the identification and targeting of health inequities and the inclusion of vulnerable groups to ensure equitable access to quality health services
• Contribute to the development, planning, training, and retention of Human Resources in Health aimed at increasing the availability, efficiency, effectiveness and quality of the workforce, and organize, conduct, or facilitate capacity-building activities
• Provide advice and technical support to every component related to quality of care and the health services infrastructure and priority programs based on family and community approach
• Disseminate up-to-date knowledge and findings in the various areas of specialization; advise on the introduction and transfer of experiences and technologies through capacity-building processes and inter-country collaboration
• Cooperate with PAHO/WHO, subregional and country offices, PAHO/WHO Collaborating Centers, international cooperation agencies, inter-governmental and non-governmental organizations, private sector and other relevant stakeholders, in order to develop alliances and networks that promote access to quality primary care services, particularly for those most in need
• Collaborate in the preparation of the Representation´s Biennial Work Plan (BWP) and the execution of international cooperation, including the analysis of political, technical and socioeconomic realities
• Oversee multi-functional technical program activities involving a broad and complex range of public health programs, in close coordination and consultation with technical Departments in Headquarters; manage multiple projects and programs; develop and implement strategies and plans for meeting the approved biennial work plans of the Eastern Caribbean Countries
• Contribute to strengthening an InterPro grammatic approach to the implementation of the BWP and to support teamwork and collaboration in the country office
• When called upon to directly supervise staff, establish clear work objectives, conduct timely and effective performance appraisals, provide coaching and feedback, and support staff development opportunities
• Perform other related duties, as assigned.

Education
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Essential: A bachelor’s degree in one of the health, social or management sciences or field related to the functions of the post and a master’s degree in public health, health systems and services administration or management from a recognized university.

Experience

• Essential: Nine years of combined national and international experience in areas related to health systems development, health services delivery, extension of health care services to underserved populations/areas and developing strategies to overcome barriers to accessing health care services. Experience should also include management of health care services at either the facility or systems levels.

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Description Of Duties
Under the technical guidance of the Director, Evidence and Intelligence for Action in Health (EIH), the direct supervision of the Unit Chief, Information Systems and Digital Health (IS/EIH), and the administrative supervision of the PAHO/WHO Representative (PWR), the incumbent is responsible for, but not necessarily limited to, the following assigned duties:

• Manage PAHO’s Information Systems, Health Intelligence, and Digital Health program at subregional level; provide technical cooperation and technical, policy, strategic and programmatic advice for the implementation of the Regional Roadmap for the Digital Transformation of the Health Sector, including the Information Systems for Health initiative for the Americas;
• Provide technical and policy advice and guidance in the areas of Information Systems and Digital Health, information technologies and data management; advise on project development and program activities required for the operationalization and accessibility of tools and platforms following the mandates and policies of the Organization;
• Provide technical advice in the implementation of the PAHO Health Information Platform (PLISA) project, in accordance with the technical standards established for information systems and data governance by the Organization;
• Collaborate in the process of implementing mechanisms that facilitate the development of comprehensive information systems platforms and information tools, including vital statistics, that allow the integration of data, information and knowledge from areas and programs across the Organization to facilitate access to data from health and development partners;
• Develop and implement innovative and more efficient ways for communication and disseminating data, information, and knowledge in and outside the Organization;
• Develop and/or update guidance documents, tools and capacity building materials to support the implementation of the projects, as needed;
• Provide technical, strategic and policy advice, in the areas of information systems, data management, data science, big data, behavioral sciences and infodemic management for the Organization and Member States, in collaboration with other technical entities;
• Provide technical advice and guidance for the implementation of Telehealth initiatives;
• Provide technical advice to PAHO’s entities to maintain their information up to date and conduct periodic analysis as appropriate;
• Advise and support governments and relevant institutions on the enhancement of national capacities in health data management and real-time analysis of health intelligence data;
• Serve as focal point for all internal and external requests related to subregional and country-specific data. As needed, ensure government agreement for the use and dissemination of such data;
• Collaborate with relevant authorities on the development and maintenance of a national system for comprehensive data collection and trend analysis of public health events;
• Act as the main liaison between government and PAHO/WHO (all levels) on country-specific data gathering, management and use, and dissemination of PAHO and WHO-generated data and data analysis;
• Coordinate with relevant national stakeholders on knowledge translation initiatives in support of the country’s needs;
• Participate in the formulation and negotiation of, and consultation on, project proposals funded by external agencies; collaborate in the implementation, monitoring and reporting of those projects; contribute to the preparation of the Representation´s Biennial Work Plan (BWP) and the execution of international cooperation, including the analysis of political, technical and socioeconomic realities;
• When called upon to directly supervise staff, establish clear work objectives, conduct timely and effective performance appraisals, provide coaching and feedback, and support staff development opportunities;
• Perform other related duties, as assigned.

Education
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Essential: A bachelor’s degree in medicine, public health, information systems, digital science, or related area and a master’s degree in information management, public health informatics, information sciences, information technology or a related field from a recognized university.
• Desirable: A master’s degree in public health, health systems organization, epidemiology or a related area would be an asset.

Experience

• Essential: Nine years of combined national and international progressively responsible experience in the management and operation of information systems, health analysis, and digital health projects, including networking with partners, production of scientific and technical tools, resource mobilization and the management of scientific and technical networks and strategic partners.
• Desirable: At least five years of experience in resource mobilization and in the management of important grants would be an asset.