Background Information - Myanmar
The Asia Regional Health Cluster (ARHC) was established in 2018 for efficient delivery of grants and fund management, and the provision of quality pharmaceuticals and health products. The ARHC aims to significantly impact the targets of UN Sustainable Development Goal 3 on good health and well being by expanding the population benefitting from UNOPS-managed health-related engagements across the Asia Region. The ARHC portfolio manages the Principal Recipient (PR) Programme of the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (Global Fund) in Asia. The Global Fund, which has been providing financial support to the Greater Mekong Sub-region for malaria programs since 2003 and to Myanmar for HIV, TB and malaria programs since 2005has selected UNOPS as a PR, responsible for delivering the targets set out in the grant agreements in collaboration with selected sub-recipients (SRs) from the National Programmes, local and international non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and UN agencies.
**Background Information - Job-specific
In 2017, the Global Fund approved additional funding for HIV in Myanmar for 2018 - 2020 in the amount of USD 77 million to end the HIV epidemic in line with the National Strategic Plan on HIV and AIDS 2016 – 2020. The financing will be managed by UNOPS as the nominated Principal Recipient. Under the overall supervision of the PR Programme Director and the direct supervision of the Public Health Officer (PHO), the Programme Management Senior Officer - Public Health (PHA), shall be responsible for assisting in the management and coordination of the HIV grant/s.
**Functional Responsibilities
● Assist in the design, implementation and coordination of HIV prevention, control and treatment project.
● Assist the Public Health Officer (PHO) in tasks related to the day-to-day management of the HIV grant and in communication with Sub-recipients (SRs).
● In collaboration with the PHO, provide guidance in the review of HIV work plans and reports submitted by SRs and other implementing partners, ensuring that these are technically sound and in line with the policies and strategies of the National Programme and funding agency, and ensuring gender mainstreaming as appropriate.
● In coordination with the relevant PR units, assist SRs in implementing the HIV grant and facilitate the development of SR capacities as required.
● Assist the PHO by providing essential inputs in the drafting of donor reports, cash forecasts, re-planning and reinvestment exercises related to the HIV grant
● Assist in the routine monitoring of grant progress, tracking all activities, results and implementation costs against the approved work plans to ensure that the activities supported by the grant are implemented effectively and efficiently and adjusted as needed to reflect changes in the National Programme priorities as agreed to with the Global Fund.
● Assist SRs in the re-planning and reinvestment exercises related to the HIV grant and negotiations with the Global Fund, when required or needed
● Assist in following-up with SRs and implementing partners on recommendations and management actions that needed to be carried out based on recommendations from the donor, local fund agent and/or audit firms
● Attend relevant technical and coordination meetings, under the guidance of the PHO; develop and maintain professional relations with stakeholders.
● Promote information sharing and apply knowledge of relevant issues impacting public health, particularly in the context of HIV prevention and control
● Work closely with the HIV M&E Officer to track and assess the progress and impact of the HIV grant
● Assist PHO in ensuring that Global Fund standards and protocols are adhered to by UNOPS’ partner agencies and SRs
● Assist to coordinate and manage training activities for SRs as needed
● Under the guidance of the PHO, liaise with the Health Ministry, WHO and other UN agencies to present and discuss strategies and issues regarding the HIV initiative programs
● Assist the PHO in providing continuous hands-on support to National AIDS Programme (NAP) in the development and tracking of budgets, work plans, forecasting and quantification, reprogramming, reporting, risk assessment, preparation of TORs, and other programme-related matters
Impact of Results
● Successful performance management of the HIV grant ensuring the implementation of SRs is aligned with the National Strategic Plan on HIV and AIDS and financing policies and strategies.
● Good professional relationship with MOHS, NAP, WHO, SRs and other implementing partners.
● Regular updates and coordination of PR review meetings and related capacity building activities of the SRs
● Timely completion of the Progress Update and Disbursement Request to the Global Fund.
**Education/Experience/Language requirements
Education
● A medical degree or master’s degree in public health, epidemiology, health economics, health management, health social science, social science or other related discipline is required.
● Bachelor’s degree in one of the above fields combined with additional two years of relevant experience to the above responsibilities may be accepted in lieu of a master’s degree.
Experience
● Minimum of two years professional experience in public health preferably related to the prevention, treatment, care and support of HIV.
● Professional project, Programme, grant or financial management experience is desirable.
● Professional experience working with government departments, local government, NGOs, INGOs, development partners and/or donors would be an asset
● Willingness and ability to undertake field visits under difficult or challenging conditions is required
● Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages is required.
● Experience in the usage of G Suite is desirable.
● Sound knowledge of UNOPS and the Global Fund rules and regulations is considered an asset.
Language
● Fluency in both written and spoken English and Myanmar is required
**Contract type, level and duration
Contract type: ICA
Contract level: LICA-9
Contract duration: Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance
For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx
"THIS IS LOCAL POSITION. ONLY MYANMAR NATIONALS ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY. ALL OTHER APPLICANTS WILL BE REJECTED."
**Competencies
Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.
Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.
Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).
Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.
Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.
Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.
Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.
**Additional Considerations
It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns.
Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.
**Background Information - UNOPS
UNOPS is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve sustainable development.
UNOPS areas of expertise cover infrastructure, procurement, project management, financial management and human resources.
Working with us
UNOPS offers short- and long-term work opportunities in diverse and challenging environments across the globe. We are looking for creative, results-focused professionals with skills in a range of disciplines.
Diversity
With over 4,000 UNOPS personnel and approximately 7,000 personnel recruited on behalf of UNOPS partners spread across 80 countries, our workforce represents a wide range of nationalities and cultures. We promote a balanced, diverse workforce — a strength that helps us better understand and address our partners’ needs, and continually strive to improve our gender balance through initiatives and policies that encourage recruitment of qualified female candidates.
Work life harmonization
UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands.
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