Eradication of Poliomyelitis from Somalia through routine supplementary immunization activities (SIAs)- Maintaining high quality Acute Flaccid Paralysis(AFP) Surveillance system To reduce morbidity and mortality from other Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI) target diseases.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
The incumbent will perform the following duties:
Analyze epidemiological and immunization data to identify strategic areas of focus for supplementary immunization activities.
Identify and recommend actions required to achieve high immunity against polioviruses through supplementary immunization activities across the country.
Work closely with all MoH, UNICEF, Rotary and other relevant partner agencies on strengthening supplementary immunization activities. This includes technical input on planning, training and improving social mobilization and Information Education and Communication (IEC) activities.
Contribute to the review and update of SIA micro plans and other documents to ensure rational distributions of resources for quality campaigns.
Collect, analyze and use Supplemental immunization Activities (SIAs) reporting and monitoring data for identifying gaps and recommending corrective measures.
Provide technical advice and build capacity of field staff to facilitate implementation and monitoring of polio supplementary immunization activities including NIDs, SNIDs and mopping-up immunization activities.
Write and review reports on the quality of SIAs for internal WHO review and to share with the government and partners.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Essential: University degree in medicine or equivalent professional training
Desirable: Master Degree in public health
Experience
Essential: At least two years' experience in Polio Eradication Initiative (PEI) and Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI) activities in Somalia.
Desirable: Working experience with NGOs/UN agencies/ Ministry of Health
Skills
Skills in training health workers on PEI/EPI activities standard operational procedures.
Skills in planning, managing and coordination of PEI/EPI programmes.
Excellent organizational and analytical skills, complemented by sound interpersonal skills and ability to work in multicultural environment.
Very good ability to build and maintain relations and network with national authorities and other stakeholders across relevant sectors
Knowledge of WHO mandate and goals
Use of Language Skills
Essential: Expert knowledge of English and the Local Language.
