National Professional Officer, Capacity Building (Position 328137) Grade: NO-B

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME : Health education forms an important part of the health promotion initiatives conducted in Member States of the Eastern Mediterranean Region (EMR). The main goal of health education is to increase knowledge and skills for people to adopt healthy behaviours and attitudes. It focuses on building individual capacities through educational, motivational, skill-building and consciousness-raising techniques. The programme is currently focusing on two key areas: strengthening health education capacity at Ministry of Health and community levels. In order to better support Member States, The Health Education programme (HED) plans to implement two capacity building activities: a course on health education and promotion and a health promotion leadership workshop.

Description of duties: Purpose of the Post: To develop and implement a capacity building package/programme for EMR Member States and contribute to the implementation of a regional strategic plan of action on Health Education for the Region. Organizational Context: The incumbent will be working under the direct supervision of the Regional Adviser for Health Education (RA/HED), in collaboration with the focal points for health education at national level and under the overall guidance of the Director of Health Protection and Promotion (DHP). Summary of Assigned Duties: Under the general supervision of the Director of Health Protection and Promotion Division (DHP) and the direct supervision of the Regional Adviser for Health Education (RA/HED), the incumbent will perform the following assigned duties: 1. Adaptation of a training package on health education and promotion targeting health education managers at national and field workers levels; which involves: Reviewing : - Situation analysis report on health education; - Recommendations of the inter country meeting; - The training materials; - The country plans for strengthening health education; - Adapting and finalizing packaging of training materials for health education course and a health promotion leadership training materials, including finalization of the workshop documents and logistical coordination for delivering the training workshops. 2. Contribute to the implementation of Health Education Workplan in coordination with RA/HED through: - Supporting the implementation of country plans on health education; - Submission of progress reports ensuring alignment with the Strategic Plan of the Eastern Mediterranean Regional Office (EMRO); - Production of health education result for raising awareness, knowledge in selected areas. 3. Support other activities related to project management as requested.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Essential: - University Degree in Social Sciences, Education or related field. Desirable: - Master Degree in public health specializing in health education communication.

Skills: Competencies: 1- Communicating in a credible and effective way. 2- Fostering integration and teamwork. 3- Producing results. 4- Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences. 5- Moving forward in a changing environment. Functional Skills and knowledge: - Theoretical and practical knowledge of health education and related disciplines. - In depth knowledge of modern management principles and practices with specific emphasis on program management, implementation and evaluation. - Practical knowledge and skills in planning, implementation, budgeting and evaluation of project; strong analytical, planning and operational and technology skills. - Mature judgment, strong technical, analytical and conceptual skills; demonstrated ability to assess, analyze, synthesize and provide recommendations on key technical issues. - Strong professional oral and writing skills, including the development of reports, oral presentations, and technical/persuasive documents for consideration at the highest levels of the organization. Other Skills (e.g. IT): - Demonstrated ability to effectively use a computer and utilize software programs such as Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. - Other IT skills and knowledge of other software programs such as Visio, Microsoft SharePoint and Project will be an asset.

Experience: Essential: - At least 2 years experience of field work in the area of health education.

Languages: - Excellent knowledge of English and Arabic. - Knowledge of French would be an asset

Additional Information: POST IS OPEN FOR LOCAL RECRUITMENT ONLY. APPLICANTS MUST BE NATIONAL OF THE COUNTRY OF ASSIGNMENT. Applicants are kindly requested to pay attention to the screening questions as they will be used to screen out unqualified candidates. Only qualified applicants with the relevant experience will be considered. A written test/presentation and interviews will be used as a form of screening. The written test might be used as an eliminatory tool. Other similar positions at the same level may be filled from this vacancy notice. Candidates will be interviewed using a competency-based approach.

Annual salary: (Net of tax) EGP 213,505 at single rate

A written test and interviews may be used as a form of screening

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