Public health emergency preparedness jobs

Managerial leadershipProgramme development and planning.Programme management, monitoring, and quality control of results.Advisory services and technical support.Advocacy, networking, and partnership building.Innovation, knowledge management, and capacity building.Managerial leadershipEstablish the section s annual work plan with the health team and set priorities and targets. Monitor work progres...

The World Health Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations that is concerned with international public health. It was established on 7 April 1948, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. ABOUT JOB Reporting to the Procurement Officer Lead, the position provides ongoing support to ESA hub . The incumbent is required to perform as a team member within the unit and the department. S/h...

How can you make a difference?Under the guidance of the Senior Programme Manager (Outbreak Response), you will provide overall coordination support to regional (ROs) and country offices (COs) on Polio outbreak responses (encompassing planning, preparedness, response, and monitoring) in affected countries, working in close collaboration with Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) partners and ...

UNICEF is the world s largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments.How can you make a d...

The Chief Health reports totheDeputy Representative, Programmesfor general guidance and direction. The Chief is responsible for managing and leading all stages of health programmes/ (e.g.,gender, maternal, neonatal, adolescent, Child Immunization, child survival, HIV, and Emergency Preparedness) from strategic planning and formulation to delivery of results. S/he leads and manages the health team...

Requirements for appointment:Be a Kenyan citizen;Be a holder of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B., & ChB.) Degree from a University recognized in Kenya;A Masters degree in the field of Field Epidemiology from a university recognized in Kenya;Registered as a Medical/Specialist Practitioner by Medical Practitioners and Dentist Council;Have a Valid Practicing License;Be of acceptabl...

PURPOSE OF THE POSITIONIn the context of the Outbreaks and Health Emergencies management system, at the EPR hub level, the incumbent will ensure that the leadership decisions trigger the provision of management and administrative services that meet emergency performance standards through managing service provision in the following areas: Supporting preparation and oversight of plans and budgets f...

PURPOSE OF THE POSITIONIn the context of WHO Health Emergencies Preparedness and Response (EPR), at the hub level, the Procurement Officer will support the effective delivery and implementation of strategic and effective procurement services that reflect best practices in international public procurement and compliance with WHO procurement policy, regulations, and procedures and in full complianc...

Requirements for appointment: Be a Kenyan citizen; Be a holder of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B., & ChB.) Degree from a University recognized in Kenya; A Masters degree in the field of Field Epidemiology from a university recognized in Kenya; Registered as a Medical/Specialist Practitioner by Medical Practitioners and Dentist Council; Have a Valid Practicing License; Be of acc...

Tharaka Nithi County is one of the forty seven (47) counties in Kenya. It borders the Counties of Embu to the South and South West, Meru to the North and North East, Kirinyiga and Nyeri to the West and Kitui to the East and South East. Requirements for appointment: Be a Kenyan citizen; Be a holder of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B., & ChB.) Degree from a University recognized i...

The World Health Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations that is concerned with international public health. It was established on 7 April 1948, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION In the context of WHO Health Emergencies Preparedness and Response (EPR), at the hub level, the Procurement Officer will support the effective delivery and implementation of...

The World Health Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations that is concerned with international public health. It was established on 7 April 1948, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION In the context of the Outbreaks and Health Emergencies management system, at the EPR hub level, the incumbent will ensure that the leadership decisions trigger the provision...

JOB PURPOSE The Nutrition Unit sits within the Programme Support Unit (PSU) where it provides technical support relating to nutrition to the outcome areas. WFP Kenya launched its Country Strategic Plan (-) in July . Nutrition has been integrated across the strategic outcome areas. Under strategic outcome one, the focus is on emergency contexts in Kenya having equitable access to adequate, safe, n...

JOB PURPOSEThe Nutrition Unit sits within the Programme Support Unit (PSU) where it provides technical support relating to nutrition to the outcome areas. WFP Kenya launched its Country Strategic Plan (2023-2027) in July 2023. Nutrition has been integrated across the strategic outcome areas. Under strategic outcome one, the focus is on emergency contexts in Kenya having equitable access to adequa...

JOB PURPOSE The Nutrition Unit sits within the Programme Support Unit (PSU) where it provides technical support relating to nutrition to the outcome areas. WFP Kenya launched its Country Strategic Plan (2023-2027) in July 2023. Nutrition has been integrated across the strategic outcome areas. Under strategic outcome one, the focus is on emergency contexts in Kenya having equitable access to adequ...

. SAVING LIVES. CHANGING LIVES. BEGIN YOUR HUMANITARIAN JOURNEY WITH WFP. The World Food Programme, Kenya Country Office based in Nairobi is looking for vibrant, innovative, and multi-talented students. An internship at WFP is a great opportunity to acquire practical work experience while contributing to the goal of reaching Zero Hunger WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to th...

How can you make a difference?Under the overall supervision of the Regional Advisor (RA) Nutrition, the position will be responsible for technical support and strategic direction on Maternal, Infant and Young Child Nutrition (MIYCN), including micronutrient supplementation, first foods and food fortification. The work of the Specialist is guided by the UNICEF global nutrition strategy and its reg...

This role will support countries, in complex humanitarian crises to meet their commitments under the CCCs, and their responsibility as the Cluster Lead Agency for nutrition. Summary In close collaboration with EMOPS and the GNC, this role will focus on building internal systems, tools and processes, to strengthen UNICEF s technical and programmatic leadership on child nutrition and development in...

The World Health Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations that is concerned with international public health. It was established on 7 April 1948, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. Purpose Of The Position In the context of the Outbreaks and Health Emergencies management system, at the EPR hub level, the incumbent will ensure that the leadership decisions trigger the provision...

UNICEF is the world s largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS How can you make a difference? Under the overall supervision of the Regional Advisor (RA) Nutrition, the position will be responsible ...

Clinical and Passenger Medical ServicesUndertake day-to-day clinical duties, e.g., walk-in clinic clients /patients and emergencies.Ensure smooth customary workflow of the clinic.Manage day-to-day medical support operations by ensuring the availability of supplies and proper functioning of medical equipment.Assure readiness for rapid response to emergency medical conditions and casualties.Manage ...

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIESUnder the supervision of the hub coordinator, the incumbent will perform following functions: Adapt and implement procedures, in compliance with existing policies and SOPs, for the administration, monitoring, control and evaluation of material, service and some financial processes within the incident management system. Support the formulation of general and specific budgetary...

The World Health Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations that is concerned with international public health. It was established on 7 April 1948, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. Duties Under the technical guidance of the Unit Chief, Emergency Operations (PHE/EMO) and the direct supervision of the Advisor, Health Emergencies, the incumbent is responsible for, but not necess...

Description Of DutiesUnder the technical guidance of the Unit Chief, Emergency Operations (PHE/EMO) and the direct supervision of the Advisor, Health Emergencies, the incumbent is responsible for, but not necessarily limited to, the following assigned duties:Support the management of the PAHO health emergencies program in the relevant sub-national, emergency context of the PAHO Health Emergencies...