National Health Emergency Consultant
Organizational Context
UNICEF operates in over 190 countries, dedicated to saving children's lives, defending their rights, and helping them reach their full potential. We are committed to our mission, offering diverse professional and personal development opportunities to staff who serve children and communities worldwide. We foster an inclusive and passionate culture with competitive compensation and benefits.
Job Purpose
The National Health Emergency Consultant will support the UNICEF Mozambique Child Health and Nutrition section, working under the Health Emergency Officer. This role is crucial for strengthening provincial and district-level coordination mechanisms for health emergencies. The consultant will provide essential support for emergency health supplies and logistics, assist in the rehabilitation of health facilities, monitor compliance with emergency health standards, and ensure effective reporting and documentation. This position plays a key role in enhancing the country's capacity to respond to health crises, ensuring the continuity of essential health services for children and communities during emergencies.
Responsibilities
The consultant will be responsible for strengthening coordination mechanisms at provincial and district levels for health emergencies. This includes facilitating communication and collaboration among government counterparts, implementing partners, and other stakeholders. A key responsibility is to provide support for emergency health supplies and logistics, ensuring timely and efficient procurement, distribution, and management of essential medical supplies. The consultant will also support the rehabilitation of health facilities damaged by emergencies, ensuring they can resume operations effectively. Monitoring compliance with established emergency health standards is critical to maintaining the quality of care. Furthermore, the consultant will be responsible for comprehensive reporting and documentation of all emergency health activities, providing clear and concise information to inform decision-making and future planning. This role requires close collaboration with the Ministry of Health (MISAU), Provincial Health Directorates (DPS), and District Health Services (SDSMAS) in Mozambique.
Work Experience
At least 5 years of progressive professional experience in public health and emergency health programs. Demonstrated experience in implementing and coordinating health emergency response activities (e.g., floods, cholera outbreaks, displacement emergencies). Proven ability to support Government-led emergency health operations.
Skills
Public health, Emergency health programs, Health emergency response coordination, Logistics management, Health facility rehabilitation, Health standards monitoring, Reporting and documentation, Coordination, Communication, Facilitation, Multisectoral collaboration, Government liaison