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    Medical Officer - Immunization Programmes - Islamabad, Pakistan - World Health Organization

    World Health Organization
    World Health Organization Islamabad, Pakistan

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    Job Title: Medical Officer - Immunization Programmes

    World Health Organization is seeking a highly skilled Medical Officer to lead immunization programmes and control vaccine-preventable diseases.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Provide technical advice to countries for strengthening routine immunization systems and improving coverage and equity.
    • Develop and implement comprehensive multi-year plans, district microplans, and monitoring and evaluation systems.
    • Oversee planning and implementation of measles/rubella control/elimination activities, including supplementary immunization activities and case-based laboratory surveillance.
    • Coordinate activities related to the introduction of new vaccines, including applications to Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, and necessary training.
    • Develop and implement polio transition plans and oversee laboratory-based surveillance of Rotavirus gastroenteritis and invasive bacterial vaccine-preventable diseases.
    • Serve as a technical advisor to the public concerning investigation and response to outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases.
    • Supervise and guide other EPI field staff at federal, provincial, and district levels.
    • Monitor resource mobilization for EPI-related activities and timely utilization of funds.

    Requirements:

    • Master's degree in medicine, epidemiology, or public health with a specialization in immune or vaccine-related areas.
    • At least 10 years of extensive and practical experience in immunization programmes and control of vaccine-preventable diseases at high managerial levels.
    • Excellent knowledge of principles, practices, methodology, and techniques of immunization programmes.
    • Excellent capacity in developing strategies and plans related to immunization programmes.

    WHO Competencies:

    • Teamwork
    • Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
    • Communication
    • Producing results
    • Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
    • Creating an empowering and motivating environment

    Language Skills:

    • Expert knowledge of English

    Remuneration:

    WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for this position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 92,731, a variable post adjustment, and other benefits.



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