Country: Mozambique
Closing date: 25 Aug 2019
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For the first time in recorded history, two strong tropical cyclones have hit Mozambique in the same season. Tropical Cyclone Kenneth following on the heels of Tropical Cyclone Idai made landfall in Cabo Delgado on 26 /April. According to the National Institute for Disaster Management (INGC), Cyclone Kenneth left at least 41 people dead and affected more than 140,000 people. The districts of Quissanga, Macomia and Ibo in Cabo Delgado Province were the hardest hit, with reports that entire villages have been destroyed. Rains continued for several days after the cyclone, resulting in widespread flooding; access to some areas remains a challenge and the full extent of the flooding is yet to be completely assessed.
At least 19 Health facilities were damaged or destroyed by the cyclone in Cabo Delgado and more than 20,000 persons were displaced. Direct impacts on houses, including displacements put in risk the regular provision of basic primary health services while simultaneously increasing the risk of infectious disease. Cholera has been confirmed and treatment centres and immunization campaigns are being done while teams increase efforts for improved water and sanitation.
Inside this critical situation, Cabo Delgado was previously highlighted at risk for food insecurity and malnutrition (most districts with over 40% of households classified as IPC level 3 or 4), further increasing the vulnerability of the cyclone and flood affected population. Adding to the cyclone disaster landscape, the recently finished IPC acute malnutrition analysis is showing that the districts of Ibo and Mecufi are in IPC phase 3 for AMN and require immediate humanitarian action.
UNICEF and partner field teams are deployed and are helping the Ministry of health on the delivery of life-saving activities. Based on previous cyclone and flood experience, the burden of malaria, diarrhoea, malnutrition and common illnesses and injuries cases as well as the disruption on the treatment of chronic illnesses such us HIV, is anticipated to grow given the scale and impact of the disaster
The UNICEF Health and Nutrition Consultant (Emergency) will ensure leadership, coordination, planning, strategy development and advocacy in the context of the emergency response on behalf of UNICEF with close engagement and systematic work with the Health and Nutrition partners at subnational level.
The Health and Nutrition Consultant (Emergency) will undertake the following activities on regular basis in order to:
Situation Analysis and Strategic Engagement
Programme Implementation
DELIVERABLES
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Education:
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UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.
UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.
Remarks:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
How to apply:
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization. To apply, click on the following link http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/?job=525632