Emergency Surveillance and Immunization Medical Officer - (2211432)

12 December 2022
Call for consultation

Objective of the programme 

To provide technical assistance to the government of Bangladesh in building capacity for routine immunization activities and surveillance for vaccine preventable diseases, aiming to increase access for safe immunization for all eligible age group, introduce new cost-effective vaccines, respond public health emergencies, expand vaccine preventable diseases surveillance, sustain polio free status and measles elimination. 

Description of duties 

Under the direct supervision of the Emergency Immunization Coordinator, and the managerial supervision of the Incident Manager, WHO Cox’s Bazar, in compliance with the guidelines for providing Routine Immunization services and supplementary activities in the FDMN camp settings, the incumbent is expected to effectively discharge technical, administrative and financial responsibilities in her / his assigned areas of work as assigned below: 

  • Provide technical guidance and build capacity of the government and NGO partners to achieve program objectives of optimum Routine Immunization & Supplementary Immunization Activities coverage.
  • Facilitate activities for Measles Rubella Surveillance, like strengthening of reporting network in the FDMN setting by identification and frequent sensitization of the medical and paramedical staff in the health facilities catering to the FDMN, investigation of suspected MR cases and outbreaks and facilitating collection and transport of MR samples to the designated laboratories.
  • Liaise and coordinate with the local government representatives, partner agencies, non-governmental organizations and professional bodies for strengthening of above mentioned activities.
  • Conduct regular analysis of epidemiological, surveillance and immunization data to advocate for and support follow up actions by the government and partners.
  • As a technical expert of WHO, make presentations, draft reports and strategic documents required for decision making and implementing at district and Upazila level.
  • Ensure propriety and follow established internal controls over use of financial resources.
  • Ensure regular review of performance of assigned Immunization Field Monitors (IFMs) and monitor their performance against standard deliverables.
  • Create and maintain a work culture that thrives on transparency, healthy work relations with other team members by observing highest ethical standards.
  • Work within the norms of WHO regulations maintaining a cooperative relationship with all concerned;
  • Submit monthly activity report to Emergency Immunization coordinator
  • Undertake any other tasks / duties assigned by supervisor (s)

 

 

Grade: No grade 
Duration of contract: Initially one year (may be extendable) 
Contract type: SSA 
Duty Station:  Bangladesh-Dhaka

 

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