Technical Officer (Hlth Sys. Strengthening for Immunization)

Overview

To contribute to the prevention and control of vaccine preventable diseases by improving routine immunization coverage and establishing sustainable systems for vaccine access.

Key Responsibilities

• Support countries with actions for routine immunization coverage improvements.
• Develop guidelines and facilitate training activities related to immunization and vaccine preventable disease control.
• Provide technical assistance to countries for immunization policy development and multi-year plans.
• Review opportunities for integrating immunization services with health systems.
• Support surveillance of adverse events following immunization (AEFI).
• Support surveillance of vaccine preventable diseases and use data to improve immunization strategies.
• Support demand generation for vaccination and collaboration with partners.
• Support issues related to vaccine availability, supply, and logistics.
• Mobilize and leverage resources to support capacity strengthening and policy integration.
• Deliver technical and administrative support to country offices.
• Perform any other related work assigned by supervisors.
• Submit an end of assignment report (mandatory).

Required Experience

At least five years of relevant experience in immunization and vaccine preventable disease control programmes. Demonstrated exposure at international level. Experience in Public health, health systems, vaccine preventable disease surveillance or communicable disease epidemiology.

Qualifications

Degree in medicine or health sciences. Post-graduate/Master's degree in public health, child health or related disciplines.

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