OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The Health Systems Strengthening (HSS) programme supports Solomon Islands in achieving Universal Health Coverage by building resilient, people-centered health systems that deliver integrated, quality services across the life course. The immediate strategic objective is to strengthen governance, financing, health workforce, and service delivery, ensuring equitable access to essential medicines and technologies, and fostering multi-sectoral collaboration to improve health outcomes and reduce preventable morbidity and mortality.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Under the direct supervision of the Coordinator, Health Systems and the Head of the WHO country office, and in consultation with the Ministry of Health and Medical Services and other key stakeholders, the incumbent will perform the following:

- Coordinate delivery of technical and managerial advice in developing and implementing sustainable, multi-sectoral and integrated strategies, policies, plans and programmes across primary health care, health workforce, integrated health services, health systems governance and financing.
- Support the development, implementation and monitoring of the HSS workplans.
- Coordinate adaptation and implementation of evidence-based norms, standards, guidelines, and tools across the span of health systems strengthening.
- Provide technical support in the multi-sectoral integration of programmes across the life course and mainstreaming health equity and inclusivity.
- Coordinate the collection, analysis and documenting of best practices and partners' experiences in life course programmes, promoting national and subnational perspectives.
- Develop and strengthen strategic partnerships and resource mobilization; and support the national authorities in grant implementation and reporting.
- Develop Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials to foster community awareness and health practice.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: A university degree (bachelor’s or higher) in medicine, public health, economics, Health Systems Management, Health Services Management, or similar disciplines

Desirable: Post-graduate training or specialization in one or more of the following disciplines: primary health care; health workforce; integrated health services; health systems governance and financing; sexual and reproductive health and research; maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health and ageing.

WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/

Experience

Essential: A minimum of two years of relevant work experience in developing and/or implementing health systems strengthening related public health, capacity-building policies/strategies and programmes at the national level. Professional experience providing technical services to Member States and other partners in public health programmes in resource-limited settings.

Desirable:
- Experience with intergovernmental agencies, the United Nations System or WHO and knowledge of national partnerships and networks.
- Prior experience in implementing life course surveillance systems in stable and emergency situations, research proposals and interpreting life course data.
- Experience working with national or provincial Ministry of Health and Medical Services.

Skills

-Knowledge and skills in programme management, for the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of public-health action plans, programmes, and interventions.
-Knowledge and skills to coordinate public-health programme interventions, taking into consideration the views of multiple stakeholders.
-Skills to work with national and international colleagues and partners in capacity building in resource-limited contexts.
-Excellent oral and written communication, including for reports, presentations and technical documents.
-Skills to advocate for and represent national perspectives in life course programme management.
-Knowledge of WHO policies, programmes and guidelines in life course will be an advantage.

WHO Competencies

Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Producing results
Moving forward in a changing environment

Enhanced WHO Global Competency Model: who-enhanced-competence.pdf

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English and local language

REMUNERATION

Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at SBD 223,740 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level.
Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.
In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/.
Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.
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