UNICEF Zonal Polio Outbreak Response Consultant Jobs in Malawi
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The Zonal Polio Outbreak Response consultant will work closely with the Ministry of Health (MOH), District Health Offices (DHO), WHO and other partners, to implement high quality integrated polio immunization campaigns in selected districts. Following are the specific tasks:
Review of the technical capacities of the DHO and assist in preparing SIA micro-plans and detailed operational plans.
Assist the national and district managers in association with WHO to organize training of the district and health facility in-charges on polio SIA
Prepare/identify training materials for the health managers, vaccinators, social mobilizers, and other team members and ensure the quality of such training.
Conduct supportive supervision, monitoring and mentoring visit.
Day-to-day monitoring and spot checks of the campaign activities, cold chain, and vaccine management and SBCC activities
Monitoring progress of the campaign and organize intra-campaign reviews with the government and partners.
Assist the districts in the analysis of coverage data and support in planning and conducting mop-up activities as necessary.
Regular coverage and data management and visualize them in key performance indicators.
Collect and compile data from districts and prepare implementation and coverage reports by each district and conduct de-briefing on the lessons learnt and recommendations.
Prepare and submit final report of the activity, analysis of the responses, including the lessons learnt and recommendations at the end of the assignment.
Document country good practices throughout the process including related to challenges, lessons learned and critical success factors.
Supporting government in planning and conducting training and capacity building plan to enhance the skills of health workers on cholera and polio outbreak containment.
Helping zonal coordinators to prepare for district task force meetings and keeping an update of same
Utilizing the monitoring feedback to uplift the ongoing polio SIAs and cholera outbreak response.
Tracking the supply status of polio SIA vaccines as well cholera essentials
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
Academic qualification:
A university degree from a recognized academic institution in one or more of the following areas is preferred: Public Health/ Environmental Health, Nursing, Medical doctor.
Work experience:
Minimum two years progressively responsible professional work experience at the district or national level in below mentioned areas:
Extensive experience in the Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI) at district or national levels.
Proven track record in Social and Behaviour Change Communication (SBCC).
Demonstrated experience in vaccine management, cold chain equipment, and new cold chain technologies.
Strong background in data collection, management, analysis, and reporting.
Experience in disease surveillance and environmental assessment is advantageous.
Technical skills, knowledge and strength areas:
Advanced skills in project management, especially in health-related initiatives.
Proficiency in utilizing technology for data collection and reporting.
Ability to implement effective SBCC strategies tailored to diverse communities.
Comprehensive understanding of global and local polio eradication initiatives and strategies.
In-depth knowledge of public health principles, particularly in immunization programs.
Familiarity with regional healthcare systems, policies, and challenges.
Comprehensive understanding of global and local polio eradication initiatives and strategies.
In-depth knowledge of public health principles, particularly in immunization programs.
Languages:
Fluency in Chichewa and English is required.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; UNICEF Zonal Polio Outbreak Response Consultant Jobs in Malawi
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