Job Description - Regional Advisor, Strategic Fund (2409050)
Grade : P4
Contractual Arrangement : Fixed-term appointment
Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days) : One year, First year probationary period. Post of limited duration
Job PostingPrimary LocationUnited States-Washington, D.C.
OrganizationRegional Revolving Funds
ScheduleFull-time
OBJECTIVE OF THE OFFICE/DEPARTMENT This requisition is for employment at the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)/Regional Office of the World Health Organization (WHO).
The RRF special program comprises two funds - Revolving Fund for Access to Vaccines (RF) and Strategic Fund for Public Health Supplies (SF). The special program is commissioned to facilitate cross-functional integration, collaboration, and optimization of processes and value-added services between the SF and RF to address new and evolving strategic and technical needs of Member States for vaccines and strategic public health supplies.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES Under the general supervision of the Executive Manager, Special Program, Regional Revolving Funds (RRF) and the direct supervision of the Chief, Strategic Fund for Public Health Supplies (RRF/SF), the incumbent is responsible for the following assigned duties:
Develop and implement strategy to promote the Strategic Fund to Member States;Coordinate the management of daily operations of the Strategic Fund to ensure the smooth and constant flow of public health supplies to Member States;Coordinate and co-lead inter-programmatic initiatives with cross-functional departments, implementation partners and Member States;Coordinate and implement actions to strengthen Member States' capacity to perform quantification, forecasting of future demands;Expand and develop cooperation between the Strategic Fund with bilateral and multilateral agencies;Provide technical guidance through national and subregional workshops;Oversee the elaboration and improvement of administrative procedures governing operations of the Strategic Fund;Advise technical programs of work on procurement and supply management;Provide technical content for communication tools and reports;Develop and co-lead the continuous assessment and evaluation of the impact of the Strategic Fund;Represent the SF in the assessment of current practices;Work collaboratively and innovatively with member states;Advise and coordinate in market analysis for medicines and public health supplies;Participate in the preparation of the Unit's Biennial Work Plan (BWP);Perform other related duties, as assigned.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education: Essential: A bachelor's degree in pharmaceutical science, logistics, supply chain management, public health, international relations or in any other field related to the functions of the post and a master's degree in a health science, pharmaceutical science, health economics, health policy or public finance management from a recognized institution.
Experience: Essential: Nine years of combined national and international experience in the administration of programs and projects related to pharmaceutical and other health technologies.
Desirable: Knowledge of health systems and/or pharmaceutical/health technology market dynamics in Latin America and the Caribbean would be an asset.
SKILLS: Overall attitude at work: Maintains integrity and takes a clear ethical approach.
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences: Relate well to diversity in others.
Teamwork: Collaborate and cooperate with others.
Communication: Write effectively and share knowledge.
Producing Results: Work efficiently and independently.
Ensuring effective use of resources: Strategize and set clear objectives.
Building and promoting partnerships: Develop networks and partnerships and encourage collaboration.
Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical policy and regulations and procurement and supply management.
Languages: Very good knowledge of Spanish or English with a working knowledge of the other language.
IT Skills: Demonstrated ability to effectively use current technology and software.
REMUNERATION: Annual Salary: USD $77,326.00 + post adjustment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level.
PAHO/WHO is an ethical organization that maintains high standards of integrity and accountability.
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