IOM-International Organization for Migration(Jordan) Hiring for Epidemiologist – HIV Consultant at Amman, Jordan Full Time

 

 

Call for Application

Open for External & Internal Candidates

Position Title	:Monitoring and Evaluation -HIV Consultant
Duty Station	:Amman, Jordan, Selected consultant will be seconded to NAP at the Ministry of Health
Classification	: Non Staff, Consultant
Type of Appointment	:Consultancy
CFA number	:FACFAJO/004/202

Issue Date                        :17 August 2022

Closing Date                     :30 August 2022

Established in 1951, International Organization for Migration (IOM) is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment                           Applications from qualified female candidates are encouraged Internal candidates who meet the eligibility criteria (Considered as first-tier candidates) External candidates (considered as second- tier candidates)

Organizational Context and Scope

The Middle East Response (MER) is a multi-country program funded by The Global Fund in six countries including Jordan to ensure continuity of essential HIV, tuberculosis and malaria services prioritizing migrants, refugees, internally displaced populations, and other vulnerable populations. In Jordan, the MER Jordan unit supports the national tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS control programmes in the Ministry of Health by extending the reach to Syrian refugees and hard to reach vulnerable populations and strengthening the health systems.

Under overall supervision of the Senior Regional Coordinator (MER) in Amman, Jordan, and the direct technical and administrative supervision of the Technical Officer (TB/HIV), the incumbent will be responsible for:

1. Develop a costed operational plan to operationalize the National Strategic Plan to Control HIV and STIs 2022 – 2026 priorities into specific activities and roles and responsibilities in consultation within the National AIDS Programme (NAP) at the Ministry of Health (MOH), and relevant stakeholders including CBOs, national and international organizations, UN agencies and others.
2. Support the NAP in the strengthening of HIV surveillances system, validate and assure data quality and participate in data audits

1. Develop a protocol for HIV notification and reporting in Jordan.
2. Review and assess the NAP capacity to digitalize the HIV/AIDS data collection, notification, and reporting.
3. Set a plan for in-depth analysis of surveillance data.
4. Build the capacity of the NAP staff on surveillance data analysis and presentation and make practical use of data.
5. Back up all program data systematically using a comprehensive standardised SOP assuring safety of data.

3. Field monitoring and monitoring report writing

1. Organize on the job monitoring field visit to the Voluntary Counselling and Testing Centers in the governorates and support the staff on the use of the developed protocols and plans.
2. Guide NAP staff to prepare field monitoring report and help them to disseminate for feedbacks.
3. Submit prepared reports to the NAP/ MOH management and IOM management.

4. Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Deliverables

1. Consultancy detailed work plan
2. NAP HIV costed operational plan
3. Protocol for HIV notification and reporting
4. Report of the assessment of the NAP capacity for digitalize the HIV/AIDS data collection, notification, and reporting
5. a Plan and a protocol for in-depth analysis of surveillance data
6. Field monitoring reports
7. Training completion reports
8. Monthly report of work performed
9. End of assignment report

Payments will be on monthly basis based on the approved consultancy detailed work plan and the deliverables 

The expected duration of the Consultancy is six months.

Minimum Qualification and Experience

• University degree (or equivalent) in public health, epidemiology, or a related field with three years of relevant professional experience,
• Professional certification in data analysis will be a distinct advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience working in public health, epidemiology, or a related field.
• Prior working experience in communicable diseases particularly in HIV/AIDs and STIs will be an asset.
• Knowledge of the basic principles of International Public Health and Migration Health
• Knowledge of governmental health strategies, guidelines, and programming processes is desirable.

Skills

• Ability to develop and maintain excellent working relationships and coordinate all areas of responsibility with relevant stakeholders
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to draft complex documents.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to implement, manage, and evaluate various reporting systems and reports.
• Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team environment.
• Strong computer skills in specialized software, including Windows and the Microsoft Office Suite, SPSS .

Language requirements:

• Excellent writing and speaking skills in English. Arabic is an asset.

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

Values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity – respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency – maintain high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism – demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies:

• Teamwork – develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results – produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge – continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability – takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
• Communication – encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Other

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this Call for Application is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable. In addition to a clearance from the local government “Court Clearance”.

How to apply:

• Interested external candidates are invited to submit their applications plus a cover letter via Akhtaboot website, by 30 August 2022 at the latest, referring to this advertisement and CFA’s # CFAJO/003/2022- Akhtaboot CFA’s # 149773
• Interested Internal candidates need to submit their application plus a motivation letter to [email protected] by 30 August 2022, their updated IOM Personal History (PH) Form or E-recruit Internal Candidate profile generated from PRISM Portal indicating the vacancy number and position title as mentioned in the vacancy notice he/she applied for in the email Subject line. Any application without this information in the subject line will be excluded from the applications.

Kindly use your IOM email account for us to easily identify that you are internal candidate (first tier candidate) referring to this advertisement and CFA Number.

               Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Note:

Selected consultant will be seconded to the National AIDS Program (NAP) at the Ministry of Health

 

• Posting period: 

From 17 August – 30 August 2021