Country: Pakistan
Closing date: 18 May 2017
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For every child,avaccine
How can you make a difference?
Pakistan is one of three polio endemic countries in the world harbouring the wild poliovirus (WPV). Despite the efforts of the Pakistan programme, the virus remains in the core reservoirs that have sustained the infection for many years, and periodically reseed the virus across the country. In the National Emergency Action Plan (NEAP), the main objective is to stop transmission in these core Reservoirs and maintain or increase population immunity against polio in the rest of the country. To achieve this, the programme has set up a multi-pronged strategy to ensure all children are vaccinated and any circulating virus is detected quickly and responded to immediately. The goal is simple and ambitious. Stop transmission in Pakistan by the end of 2016 and sustain gains made until the 2019 certification goal. UNICEF contributes to the national Polio Eradication Programme in Social Mobilization, Communications, vaccine supply and procurement, and Operations (Community Based Vaccination).
The programme will continue to collaborate with the Pakistan Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) to identify and exploit synergies in surveillance, social mobilization and service delivery across the country. Specifically. the programme will work closely with EPI to improve routine immunization service delivery in areas implementing CBV strategy. The intent is to support routine immunisation outreach activities for one week per month aligned with the SIA schedule through the CBV workforce which assists with the identification and tracking of children and the selection of optimal outreach sites. The goal is to achieve at least 80% coverage in all antigens for children Pentavalent-3 routine immunization coverage will be monitored.
Accountable for professional technical contribution to project design, planning, implementation, monitoring. evaluation and administration of Immunization (EPl)/Polio Eradication Initiative programme/project activities, including data analysis, programme support, delivery, progress reporting, and commitment for expansion of immunization coverage, as well as enhancement of teamwork and capacity building, in support of achievement of planned objectives of the work plan, aligned with country programme goals, objectives and strategy.
To make a differenceyou will be accountablefor the following key duties & tasks
Monitors flow of supply and non-supply assistance to local authorities. Records supply and non-supply inventory and quarterly update on cold chain equipment, distribution and utilization.
Ensures the appropriateness of financial, administrative and supply documentation; verifies that Immunization project expenditures are within allotments and that data is consistent with the project information and database (e.g., FLS, ProMS). Follows up on queries or initiate corrective action on discrepancies.
Supports a staff training/development programme to upgrade the capacity of the Country Office staff in the programme development, implementation and management of the Immunization Programme. Conducts relevant orientation, workshop, team work facilitation and staff learning/development activities: ensures that vaccination teams (acceleration) are properly trained on the various aspect of EPI; uses the appropriate training guidelines; participates in the Mid level management training of vaccinators, cold chain managers, mid-level managers; participates in training activities and micro-planning workshops; participates in the training of district field assistants for community sensitization and awareness seminars.
Compiles Immunization project implementation training and orientation materials, and shares useful and appropriate information to promote knowledge sharing with donors and media.
Ensures the effective communication, networking and working relationships are developed and maintained.
Teams with local government counterparts to exchange detail information on Immunization project implementation and status as well as movement and distribution of supplies. Provides technical support in the planning of district EPI micro-plan. Recommends courses of action to supervisor, as necessary.
To qualify as a champion for every child you will have…
Education:
University degree in one of the disciplines relevant to the following areas: Social Sciences, Medicine, Health, Public Health, Family Health, Child Development, Nursing, or a field relevant to international development assistance in Immunization and Child Survival & Health Care.
Background/familiarity with Emergency.
Experience:
Two years of relevant professional work experience. Field work experience (for NO).
Experience in knowledge management.
Training and experience in social welfare, or Immunization/health care.
Language Requirements:
Fluency in English and local working language of the duty station.
For every Child, you demonstrate…
Our Core Values
Core competencies
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Interested in finding out more?
You will have a rewarding experience working with a dynamic, diverse and committed staff who are making a difference in saving lives and building a better future for Every Child in Pakistan.
To know more about UNICEF’s work in Pakistan, visit the country website www.unicef.org/pakistan
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UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization.
NOTE:HEC Attested degrees are a pre-requisite for employment at UNICEF. During the recruitment process candidates may be required to present HEC attested degrees.
How to apply:
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization. To apply, click on the following link http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/?job=504488