WHO - World Health Organization · Bissau, Guinea-Bissau, Guinea-Bissau
The NPO (VPD Surveillance) position involves providing technical support to the Ministry of Health and partners to achieve vaccine-preventable disease eradication and control objectives. The role includes planning, implementing, and evaluating immunization activities, as well as strengthening surveillance and logistics for immunization. The candidate will also be responsible for data analysis, resource mobilization, and project management related to vaccine preventable diseases. This is a full-time, temporary appointment based in Guinea-Bissau.
Candidate Requirements:
Medical Doctor with training in epidemiology or vaccinology
At least 5 years in vaccination and VPD surveillance
Experience with UN agencies and vaccination partners
Knowledge of vaccination strategies and tools
Skilled in public health program management
Expert knowledge of Portuguese
OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMM
Technical support to Ministry of Health and partners to achieve vaccine-preventable disease eradication and control objectives.
Planning, implementing, and evaluating immunization activities.
Strengthening surveillance and logistics for immunization.
Data analysis, resource mobilization, and project management related to vaccine preventable diseases.
Only applications from nationals of Guinea-Bissau will be accepted. Applicants who are not nationals of this country will not be considered.