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National Technical Officer

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Job Description

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Under the overall guidance of WHO Representative to Myanmar, direct supervision of Technical Officer -Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) and close coordination with central Expanded Programme on Immunization (cEPI), the National Technical Officer (NTO) will provide technical support to cEPI to manage immunization related trainings in order to achieve regional targets for elimination and eradication of the vaccine preventable diseases (VPD). The candidate will provide support the immunization services in line with WHO Myanmar Country Cooperative Strategy (CCS 2019-2023) and Myanmar Sustainable Development Plan (2018-2030).Routine tasks are performed independently within detailed guidelines. Overall supervision is focused on the successful delivery of client oriented and efficient implementation of operational services.

Job Responsibilities

Assist cEPI to map training plans and schedule, designing and developing training programs for immunization trainings.
Assist cEPI to choose training methods or activities (e.g. simulations, mentoring, on-the-job training, professional development classes) for different kinds of trainings.
To explore up-to-date training methods and techniques; and to assist cEPI to apply these training techniques for the improvement of training programs
To assist in the development of training materials such as modules (routine modules as well as specific modules for ethnic health organization), IEC materials and training guidelines
To organize EPI technical trainings according to the plan
To liaise with cEPI and interviewing BHS at all levels to identify and assess training and development needs.
To gather feedback from trainers and trainees after each training session.
To compile the training information and all the records related to trainings.
To assist cEPI in the activities related to increase coverage of COVID-19 vaccination and revitalization of routine immunization particularly among peri-urban and migrant population, in line with WHO Myanmar Country Cooperative Strategy (CCS 2019-2023).
To participate in the strengthening of health service systems to enable the provision of universal health care, in line with Myanmar Sustainable Development Plan (2018-2030).
Perform any other additional duty that may be assigned by WR Myanmar.
To submit assignment report quarterly.

Other Educational Qualification

Essential
First university degree in Medicine, Health or Health-related sciences, biological sciences
Desirable
Post graduate degree in Public Health and/ or related fields.

Skills

At least 2 years of professional experience in the field of Immunization programme, especially in experience in trainings the staff. Able to work independently and take initiative.
Proven work experience as a Training Coordinator, Trainer, Training Facilitator, or similar role
Hands-on experience coordinating multiple training events in a corporate setting
Extensive knowledge of instructional design theory and implementation
Adequate knowledge of learning management systems and web delivery tools
Proven ability to complete full training cycle (assess needs, plan, develop, coordinate, monitor and evaluate)
Familiarity with traditional and modern job training methods and techniques
Experience with e-learning platforms
Advanced organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple assignments
Strong communication skills.

Additional Requirements

Expert knowledge of English. Expert knowledge of Myanmar.
Competencies
Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
Ensuring the effective use of resources.

Salary

Negotiable

Others

Work Relations and Partnerships
The National Technical Officer (NTO) constantly provides technical support to cEPI in planning, implementation and evaluation of the immunization related trainings. The NTO collaborates with other partners such as cEPI, UNICEF, UNOPS, PATH and others for the quality trainings and preparation of training modules and documents. The NTO serves as a coordinator for the EPI related trainings which will be conducted at central level and also serves as a trainer for the S/R and township level trainings.
Impact of functions
NTO plays a key role in strengthening immunization system through delivery of immunization related trainings. NTO ensures to implement the planned trainings timely and effectively; and to develop training materials. NTOs also ensures to provide support to follow up the conducting of the cascade trainings at state/region and township level.

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WHO - World Health Organization

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