Jan 2, African Union Head of Occupational Health Division (AfCDC) Jobs in Ethiopia

Purpose of Job

The Head of Occupational Health Division is responsible for the overall management and coordination of the Africa CDC’s occupational health activities. This includes developing and implementing policies and strategies, managing staff, and providing technical support to the division’s activities. The Head of Division will also work to build partnerships with other organizations to support the division’s work.

Main Functions

Designs and implements policies, programs and projects to achieve the directorate’s strategic objectives.

Manages and supervises employees within the division, ensures the timely delivery of the directorate’s goals and effective staff performance evaluation;

Ensures the delivery of the division’s annual targets in line with the directorate’s overall goals and ensures robust and timely monitoring and reporting;

Provides technical leadership and ensures efficient functioning of all Units within the Division

Manages the work of the Division and supervises direct reports to ensure their effective performance in line with the organization’s performance management policy and system;

Engages stakeholders within Members States and Regional Economic Communities (RECs)/Regional Mechanisms(RMs) and relevant international organisations in designing and implementing strategies.

Maintains thematic partnerships in support of the mandate of the Division;

Maintains regular working relations with senior stakeholders in Member States and partner institutions in the execution of the Division’s mandate.

Represents the organisation and communicates its position at conferences.

Contributes to the preparation of periodic financial and budget execution reports and monitor budget execution at division level.

Ensures the effective management of funds contributed to the organization;

Manages risk within the division and recommends mitigation strategies

Contributes to the development of the departmental business continuity plan and ensures implementation at division level

Maintains a positive work environment that facilitates collaboration and information sharing and is conducive to attracting, retaining, and motivating diverse talent.

Specific Responsibilities

Develop and implement policies and strategies for occupational health at the Africa CDC.

Lead the development and implementation of the Africa CDC’s occupational health strategy and policies

Provide technical guidance and support to the Africa CDC’s regional collaborating centers and national public health institutes on occupational health issues

Coordinate and oversee the occupational health services and programs for the Africa CDC’s staff and partners, including health promotion, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation

Establish and maintain partnerships and collaborations with relevant stakeholders, such as WHO, ILO, OSHA, and other regional and international organizations, on occupational health matters

Manage the budget, resources, and staff of the Division of Occupational Health

Conduct research and generate evidence-based recommendations on occupational health topics

Monitor and evaluate the impact and effectiveness of the occupational health interventions and activities

Represent the Africa CDC in regional and global forums and meetings on occupational health

Ensure compliance with the ethical and legal standards and regulations related to occupational health

Manage staff and ensure that they have the resources they need to do their jobs.

Provide technical support to the division’s activities, such as conducting risk assessments, developing training programs, and providing consultation services.

Build partnerships with other organizations to support the division’s work, such as the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Labour Organization (ILO).

Publish articles and reports on the division’s work.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

Master’s degree in Occupational Health or any related field. At least twelve (12) years of experience in occupational health, with a focus on public health, out of which seven (7) years should be at managerial level and five (5) with supervisory responsibilities

PhD in Occupational Health or any related field is a plus.

Experience in developing and implementing policies and strategies

Experience in managing staff.

Experience in providing technical support in the area of work.

Experience in building partnerships.

Experience in writing and publishing scientific articles.

Experience in networking and building relationships.

Required Skills

Proven ability to manage and coordinate complex projects.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and effectively in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; African Union Head of Occupational Health Division (AfCDC) Jobs in Ethiopia

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