Coordinator, Kabul, Afghanistan

Coordinator

( 2602246 )

Grade : NO-C

Contractual Arrangement : Temporary appointment under Staff Rule 420.4

Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days) : 1 year

Job Posting: Jun 17, 2026, 7:47:51 AM

Toeradicate polio from Afghanistan through high routine immunization coverage,high quality supplementary immunization activities (SIA), and a highlysensitive Acute Flaccid Paralysis (AFP) surveillance system.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

The incumbent will perform the followingduties:Liaisewith different Polio eradication and VPD partners and enlist continuedcommitment of national/local authorities to stated goals. Providetechnical support to National Emergency Operation Centre (NEOC) forimplementation of National Emergency Action Plan for Polio Eradication (NEAP).Strengthenthe engagement of religious leaders, community elders, and key influencers inpolio eradication activities.Provideguidance to the supplementary immunization activities for VPDsCollaboratewith the preparation, implementation and monitoring of supplementaryimmunization activities for VPDs including microplanning, training andmonitoringTimelyanalysis of data and its use for corrective actionProvidetechnical support to the surveillance activities (for AFP and VPD) to ensureachievement/maintenance of certification standards throughParticipationin the planning and implementation of active surveillance and routinereporting.Reinforcingthe training activities and supervision of surveillance/support staff. Participationin the organization of advocacy/orientation meetings for health care providers.Ensuringproper case investigations, follow-up and classification.Regularanalysis of surveillance data and monitoring indicators.Contributeto the development of transition and legacy plan for use of PEI resourcescontributing to VPD strengtheningOverseeactivities of national support staff recruited by WHO working in the polioeradication activitiesSubmitmonthly reports to reflect progress achieved constraints and proposed actions

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: UniversityDegree in Medicine.

Desirable: Postgraduate degree or training in PublicHealth/Epidemiology/Public Health Administration/Organization of healthservices or control of Communicable Diseases

Experience

Essential: At least 5 years relevant experience in thedevelopment and implementation of immunization programmes at thenational/sub-national level.

Desirable: Experienceof work in UN and/or other international organizations.

Skills

Sound technical knowledge on epidemiology andsurveillance of vaccine preventable diseases; prevention and control measures;preparedness and response. Ability to establish harmonious working relationswith national counterparts and international colleagues.

WHO Competencies

Teamwork

Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences

Communication

Moving forward in a changing environment

Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Expert knowledge of Local Language.

Desirable: REMUNERATION

Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 53,759 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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