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Senior Programme Coordinator

Senior Programme Coordinator

Position Overview:

• Grade: No grade
• Contractual Arrangement: Special Services Agreement (SSA)
• Contract Duration: 6 months
• Job Posting: Apr 17, 2024
• Closing Date: May 2, 2024
• Primary Location: Nepal-Kathmandu
• Organization: SE_NEP WR Office, Nepal
• Schedule: Full-time

Purpose of the Position:

The Senior Programme Coordinator for Communicable Diseases will provide technical and coordination assistance to the Government of Nepal (GoN) in executing national strategies, guidelines, and activities for prioritized communicable diseases. This role involves fostering partnerships, securing governmental commitments, mobilizing resources, coordinating with stakeholders, and facilitating effective implementation of WHO program activities.

Summary of Assigned Duties:

• Coordinate, oversee, and monitor assigned program(s) to enhance disease control and elimination, analyzing progress and challenges and suggesting feasible solutions.
• Develop strategic plans for assigned programs in coordination with Government counterparts and stakeholders, providing recommendations and consulting with key stakeholders.
• Act as a liaison between government bodies, service providers, stakeholders, and WHO, facilitating governmental commitment to disease control efforts and ensuring prioritization within national health agendas.
• Support national programs in mobilizing resources from various sources to support disease control programs and foster partnerships for collaboration and resource leverage.
• Coordinate with other disease thematic focal points within WHO and relevant personnel to ensure seamless coordination and alignment of WHO’s work.
• Assist in resource mobilization, including the development of funding proposals and workplans, and facilitate joint reporting and data submission.

Qualifications Required:

• Education: Post Graduate Degree in Public Health from a recognized university/institution with valid registration in the Nepal Health Professional Council.
• Experience: At least five years’ experience in public health programs including communicable disease elimination and control at national and sub-national levels.
• Skills: Effective communication and negotiation skills, problem-solving abilities, active participation in knowledge sharing forums, good interpersonal skills, writing skills in English and Nepali, technical expertise, and proficiency in computer applications.

WHO Competencies:

• Producing results
• Ensuring effective use of resources
• Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
• Communications
• Moving forward in a changing environment
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences

Use of Language Skills: Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English and Nepali.

Remuneration:

Monthly Salary: NPR 2,39,245 at single rate (taxable as per Nepal Government laws and appointment will be through Special Services Agreement (SSA)) Grade: SSA Level 9 Duty Station: Kathmandu

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 may be used as a form of screening.
• WHO’s contracts are conditional on members confirming vaccination as required by WHO.
• Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Application Procedure:

Interested candidates meeting the requirements should apply before the closing date through the WHO Careers portal. For detailed guidance on completing job applications, refer to the Instructions for Candidates.

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