Country: Mozambique
Closing date: 05 Apr 2019
CANADEM is seeking seasoned professionals with previous relevant experience for its Health Cluster Coordinator roster, in particular Spanish, and Portuguese, speakers. CANADEM is a Canadian based NGO that works with various UN agencies through the standby partnership programme. We regularly deploy candidates in various areas of expertise all around the globe. Registration with CANADEM is always free. We are looking to expand our pool of experts for potential/upcoming opportunities with different UN agencies field offices. Most positions are for 3 to 6 month deployments.
FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Demonstrated knowledge of the rapid response operations and their implementation in emergencies as related to public health, complemented by demonstrated ability to identify and manage difficult situations, to lead and direct multidisciplinary and multinational staff.
- In-depth knowledge of emergency relief policies and practices within the UN, other UN specialized agencies, donor agencies, national and international NGOs.
- Sound knowledge and experience about disaster prevention and preparedness programs and the incident management system.
- Excellent negotiation skills and ability to convene stakeholders and facilitate a policy process among UN, NGOs, national health authorities and donors.
ESSENTIAL EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
An advanced university degree (Master’s level or above), in public health, medicine or international relations, social sciences or management or related field, from an accredited/recognized institute.
Desirable:
Post graduate studies or specialized training in emergency management, international aid, humanitarian principles, health system recovery, and health cluster coordination.
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE
At least seven years of relevant experience, at the national and international levels, in developing and promoting collaborative partnerships in emergency and humanitarian relief operations, including experience in managing and coordinating health programmes in chronic and acute, sudden onset emergencies.
Desirable:
Relevant work experience with UN agencies, health cluster partners, recognized humanitarian organization, relevant nongovernmental or humanitarian organizations.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Excellent knowledge of English and Portugese (or Spanish) is essential. Working knowledge of another UN official language would be an asset (depending on the country of assignment).
OTHER SKILLS (E.G. IT)
Knowledge of Microsoft Office software applications
How to apply:
If you have the above-mentioned skills, please register with CANADEM before contacting us. Registration is available on our website at www.CANADEM.ca/register . After registering, please send an email to pantiwa.naksomboon@canadem.ca with a Subject Line: "CANADEM-Health Cluster Coordinator Roster". In your email, please include your date of availability, your current location, and a phone number where we can reach you.