Overview of the programme

WHO India Country Office collaborates with the Government of India and relevant stakeholders within the framework of the collaborative Country Cooperation Strategy (CCS), to actively support the development and implementation of national health policies, strategies and plans aiming at promoting access to and utilization of affordable and quality health services and improving financial protection against health-related risks.

WHO Country Office for India is supporting the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare to strengthen the implementation of National Tobacco Control Programme and strategies outlined in the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC).

Underlying Values and Core Functions of WHO

WHO’s mandate revolves around six (6) leadership priorities specifying (i) advancing universal health coverage (ii) health related sustainable development goals (iii) addressing the challenge of non-communicable diseases and mental health, violence and injuries and disabilities (iv) implementing the provisions of the International Health Regulations (2005) (v) increasing access to quality, safe, efficacious and affordable medical products (vi) addressing the social, economic and environmental determinants of health.

The South – East Asia Region (SEAR) of WHO is made up of 10 countries, with over 1.8 billion people, with India’s population of 1.4 billion. All the Member States of WHO/SEAR (Bangladesh, Bhutan, Democratic People”s Republic of Korea, India, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Timor-Leste), share the common value of the highest attainable standard of health as a fundamental human right. All WHO actions are based on this and rooted in the underlying values of equity, solidarity and participation.

Mission of the WHO Country Office for India

The mission of WHO India is to improve quality of life of the 1.4 billion people in India by supporting the government in eliminating vaccine preventable and other communicable diseases, reducing maternal and neonatal mortalities, promoting healthy lifestyles, addressing determinants of health, preparing and responding to health emergencies and strengthening health systems for universal health coverage.

Description of Duties:

The purpose of this position is to provide technical support to MOHFW for implementation of the Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products negotiated under Article 15 of the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) and related tasks.

The incumbent will work in close co-ordination with National Tobacco Control Programme (NTCP) Division in MOHFW/ Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) for overall co-ordination for successful implementation of the illicit Trade Protocol negotiated under WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC). S/he will have the following responsibilities in her/his assigned area of work:

The incumbent will work under the overall guidance of Team Leader (NCD) and in close consultation with the National Professional Officer (Tobacco Free Initiative) at WHO India. S/he will have the following responsibilities in her/his assigned area of work:

Job Description:

1. To provide assistance for the development of tracking and tracing systems of illicit trade;
2. To develop and follow road map, timelines and steps to conduct evidence-based research;
3. Support in policy research including data collection, data management, evaluation, analysis and in monitoring current research in the area of tobacco control policies and Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products;
4. Coordination with International & National organizations, Ministry of Finance and other concerned Ministries & Departments for implementation of the Illicit Trade Protocol;
5. Provide technical inputs on implementation of the programs by drafting technical documents related to Illicit Trade Protocol and other International obligation for tobacco control;
6. Assist the MOHFW/DGHS in developing the country strategy for participation in Meeting of the Parties (MOP) to WHO FCTC; and
7. Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor(s).

Education:

Essential: University Degree in Medical Science (MBBS)/Dentistry/ Social Sciences or equivalent in related field from a recognized institution/university.

Desirable: Post Graduate in Public Health or Social Sciences or other allied fields.

WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from accredited institutions. The list

can be accessed through this link: http://www.whed.net/

Experience:

Essential: At least one year of experience in tobacco control issues and/ or experience in monitoring & evaluation of large-scale programmes would be given preference.

Desirable: Thorough understanding of the related international/ national policies, conventions, and related literature.

Competencies:

1. Teamwork
2. Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
3. Communication
4. Producing results
5. Moving forward in changing environment

Functional Skills and Knowledge:

Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English and working knowledge of local language will be an asset. Proficiency in computer applications and ability to draft reports.

Remuneration:

Monthly remuneration is 157,449 taxable as per Indian laws and the appointment will be through Special Services Agreement (SSA) extendable subject to satisfactory performance and continuing need for the function. S/he will be posted at New Delhi. The position may require travel to the states and districts.

Technical Coordinator (Illicit Trade Protocol Implementation) is a national of the country (India) where he/she is to serve, is recruited locally and is not subject to assignment to any official station outside the home country. Only Indian Nationals should apply.

Additional information:

1. This Vacancy Notice may be used to fill similar positions at the same level.
2. Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
3. A written test and interviews may be used as a form of screening.
4. If your candidature is retained for interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/ diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.
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16. This post is subject to local recruitment and will be filled by persons recruited in the local commuting area of the duty station.
17. Any extension of appointment would be subject to programmatic requirements, performance of the incumbent and availability of funds.
18. Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Applications which are not completed in all respects will not be considered.

A written test and /or presentation and interviews will be used as a form of screening

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This Vacancy Notice may be used to fill similar positions.

Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco