NPO (Health System Strengthening)
Organizational Context
The World Health Organization (WHO) in Lesotho focuses on strengthening the national health system. This role supports the Ministry of Health in developing and implementing policies to improve health outcomes, ensure equitable access to quality healthcare, and enhance disease surveillance and prevention efforts, aligning with global health goals.
Job Purpose
The purpose of this role is to provide technical assistance to the Government of Lesotho in strengthening its health system, with a particular focus on policy development, strategy implementation, and regulatory frameworks. The incumbent will contribute to improving health outcomes by ensuring equitable access to affordable healthcare services, analyzing health data for informed decision-making, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders. This position plays a key role in advancing Universal Health Coverage goals and aligning national health programs with international standards and commitments, ultimately enhancing service delivery and resource utilization within the health sector.
Responsibilities
Lead the development, review, and implementation of national health policies, strategies, and regulatory frameworks to improve health outcomes and system performance. Support policies that ensure equitable access to quality healthcare for all, especially vulnerable populations, aligning with Universal Health Coverage goals. Analyze health data, research, and trends to inform strategic decision-making and policy formulation within the Ministry of Health. Strengthen accountability, transparency, leadership, and regulatory oversight in the health sector. Foster collaboration among government ministries, development partners, donors, and civil society to achieve national health objectives. Advise on policies and programs for health education, disease prevention, epidemic preparedness, and control of priority diseases. Establish and oversee monitoring and evaluation mechanisms for policy effectiveness and impact. Ensure national health policies align with WHO guidelines, SDGs, and global health commitments.
Work Experience
Essential: Minimum of five years of relevant experience in health-sector policy, strategy development, and planning at national or sub-national levels, with at least four years in health planning and/or financing within a governmental institution or international organization serving resource-limited or middle-income countries. Desirable: Significant experience in health systems strengthening, health policy analysis, health financing reform, and supporting Universal Health Coverage initiatives. Experience with WHO or other UN agencies is advantageous.
Skills
Policy formulation, review, and implementation; Health systems planning, coordination, monitoring, and evaluation; Health financing analysis; Data analysis and synthesis; Technical guidance on health policy; Excellent oral and written communication; Report and presentation preparation; Stakeholder collaboration and consensus building; Independent work with sound judgment.