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Technical Officer (Immunization)
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Date posted
June 2, 2025
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Closing date
June 2, 2025
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Hiring location
Hargeisa
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Qualification
Degree
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Experience
2-3 Year
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Job Description - Technical Officer (Immunization) (2502149)Technical Officer (Immunization) - (2502149)
Grade: NO-B
Contractual Arrangement: Temporary appointment under Staff Rule 420.4
Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 12 Months (duration is subject to availability of funds, satisfactory performance and continuous need of the position)
Job Posting: Jun 2, 2025, 8:57:34 AM
Closing Date: Jun 18, 2025, 12:59:00 AM
Primary Location: Hargeisa
Organization: EM_SOM WHO Representative's Office
Schedule: Full-time
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.
Position Title: Technical Officer (Immunization)
Position Number: 460328
OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME
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The position will strengthen vaccine preventable disease control including increasing and maintaining immunization coverage for all EPI vaccines, surveillance of vaccine preventable diseases; to eradicate transmission of wild poliomyelitis; measles elimination rubella/CRS control, introduce new and underutilized vaccine.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
The incumbent is responsible to carry out the following activities related to immunization a to assist State immunization programme and State Ministry of Health:
1- Provide Technical assistance (TA) to strengthen Routine Immunization program at sub national level and develop annual coverage improvement plans (CIP)
2- Develop tools and guidelines for EPI microplanning,Defaulter tracking, identification of high-risk areas.
3- TA for RI session monitoring tools, and monitor and evaluate the EPI program at State and district level to find local strategies for coverage improvement
4- Facilitate immunization safety and monitoring, of adverse events following introduction of new vaccination.
5- Develop training materials/ guidelines for Health workers EPI communication to address vaccine hesitancy.
6- Strengthen Data Quality to improve accuracy of coverage reports. Maintain good working relations with concerned technical units/departments of Ministry Health and other stakeholders related to immunization.
7- Work closely with other categories in WCO and States towards integrated services, MCH, UHC, and systems strengthening; and Any other duties assigned by the supervisor or WHO Representative
Skills and qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEducation
Essential: A university degree in Medicine or Public Health
Desirable: Training in the field of epidemiology OR advanced degree n epidemiology/ public health/ control of communicable diseases
Experience
Essential: At least two years of professional experience in EPI and vaccine preventable disease control
Desirable: Experience of work in United Nations and/or other international organization.
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Skills
Demonstrated knowledge of communicable disease control, epidemiology, and laboratory.
Diagnosis specifically for EPI diseases. Knowledge of clinical and laboratory surveillance.
Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated willingness and ability to work effectively with national and international colleagues.
WHO Competencies
Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Producing results
Ensuring the effective use of resources
Enhanced WHO Global Competency Model: https://cdn.who.int/media/docs/default-source/who-careers/who-enhanced-competence.pdf?sfvrsn=aae66472_3&download=true
Use of Language Skills
Essential: Expert knowledge of English.
Desirable:
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How to apply
REMUNERATION
Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 47,967 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level
- Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
- A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.
- 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.
- According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.
- Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.
- The WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics.
- The WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be sent through an email to reasonableaccommodation@who.int
- An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. 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 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.
- WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
- For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.
- WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.
- The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.
- Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at shws@who.int.
- This is a National Professional Officer position. Therefore, only applications from nationals of the country where the duty station is located will be accepted. Applicants who are not nationals of this country will not be considered.
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Overview
We are building a better, healthier future for people all over the world. Working with 194 Member States, across six regions, and from more than 150 offices, WHO staff are united in a shared commitment to achieve better health for everyone, everywhere. Together we strive to combat diseases – communicable diseases like influenza and HIV, and noncommunicable diseases like cancer and heart disease. We help mothers and children survive and thrive so they can look forward to a healthy old age
We ensure the safety of the air people breathe, the food they eat, the water they drink – and the medicines and vaccines they need. Our primary role is to direct and coordinate international health within the United Nations system. Our main areas of work are health systems; health through the life-course; noncommunicable and communicable diseases; preparedness, surveillance and response; and corporate services. Work at WHO We are looking for talented and passionate people to work for health
WHO is committed to achieving workforce diversity, aiming to achieve a broad representation of nationals of our member countries
Particular attention is paid to candidates from developing countries and gender balance
Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis
All posts are filled in accordance with WHOs competency model. There are two key categories of staff at WHO: professional (P) or directors (D) who are internationally recruited and general (G) or national professional (NPO) staff who are recruited locally for both fixed or short-term positions
We also run internship and opportunities for junior professional officers (JPOs). We offer a dynamic and international work environment with a multi-cultural workforce, opportunities for professional development and a competitive remuneration package
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Company size
5001-10000
Founded in
2010
Location
Geneva Switzerland