Consultants-Technical support to the MCDE initiative- CDP/HPD Band Level A
Organizational Context
The Eastern Mediterranean Region (EMR) faces a significant burden of communicable diseases, with national elimination efforts being fragmented and vulnerable. Challenges include drug resistance, climate change impacts, and population mobility. To address this, WHO EMRO has launched a regional Multi-Communicable Disease Elimination (MCDE) initiative to integrate interventions and accelerate progress. This role supports the development and implementation of this critical regional strategy.
Job Purpose
This consultancy aims to provide essential technical support to the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region's Multi-Communicable Disease Elimination (MCDE) initiative. The role involves compiling and reviewing expert input for the finalization of the MCDE framework and supporting the implementation of the MCDE Resolution. Key contributions include analyzing cross-border collaborations, developing the MCDE investment case, assisting in country-level planning and dialogues, and providing technical input for the regional portal and climate-sensitive surveillance systems. The objective is to enhance regional capacity for integrated disease elimination efforts, addressing complex challenges like climate change and cross-border transmission.
Responsibilities
Support the compilation and review of expert input from the Regional Technical Advisory Group (RTAG) for the MCDE framework finalization. Organize online meetings for the RTAG and integrate their feedback. Assist in implementing the MCDE Resolution by developing questionnaires and conducting desk reviews on health system functions and cross-border collaborations. Summarize input from partners and Member States on improving collaboration mechanisms. Research and compile information on existing investment cases for multi-disease elimination programs. Support EMRO leadership and technical teams in preparing and conducting country dialogues for tailored MCDE plans. Provide technical input for the development and regular updates of the MCDE regional portal/dashboard and integrate climate/environmental indicators into national surveillance systems.
Work Experience
Up to 5 years of experience in public health and infectious diseases, including implementation in low- and middle-income countries and program integration. Experience with indicator and dashboard development, data collection, and monitoring systems is required. Excellent project planning and coordination skills are essential.
Skills
Project planning and coordination, expert English writing, knowledge of public health and infectious diseases interventions, data collection, monitoring systems, indicator and dashboard development.