WHO recommends pilot implementation of the RTS,S\/AS01 malaria vaccine prior to wide scale use. The purpose of the pilot implementation programme is to answer critical questions related to programmatic feasibility, impact and safety of RTS,S\/AS01. This position is established to provide technical support to the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) and the National Malaria Control Programme (NMCP) of the Ghana Health Service (GHS) for the planning and implementation of the Malaria Vaccine Implementation Programme (MVIP). The Technical officer will serve as the MVIP focal point at the GHS. He\/she will work in the EPI Office at the GHS and collaborate with the MOH, PATH, IST, AFRO and HQ colleagues to fulfil the joint Immunization\/Global Malaria Programme objectives in facilitating pilot implementation of RTS,S\/AS01 malaria vaccine as described in the WHO position paper.<\/p>\n
Job Description<\/strong><\/p>\n Job Title:\u00a0Technical Officer (To) \u2013 Malaria Vaccine Implementation Programme<\/strong><\/p>\n Objectives of the Programme and of the immediate unit or field activity:<\/strong><\/p>\n The Goal of the MVIP is to provide an updated WHO policy recommendation on the use of the RTS,S malaria vaccine in young children in sub-Saharan Africa. The strategic objective is to provide timely availability of pilot implementation evidence on RTS,S feasibility, impact, and safety for submission to the WHO\u2018s SAGE\/MPAC aiming for final data submission in 2022. To accomplish this, WHO will work closely with PATH in collaboration with the MOH and other partners, to support the introduction of the RTS,S vaccine sub-nationally through EPI programs in 3 countries (Malawi, Kenya, and Ghana), and will work with evaluation partners to collect data to answer questions on the feasibility, impact and safety of RTS,S to support the goal.<\/p>\n Organizational Context:<\/strong><\/p>\n Under the supervision of the WR, the Technical Officer will serve as the MOH focal point for the MVIP working closely with the WHO focal point and the EPI Programme in Ghana. The Technical Officer will coordinate with the MVIP Focal Point at the WHO Country Office to ensure successful implementation of the RTS,S vaccine through the national EPI programme. The Technical Officer will support the MOH, including the EPI Programme and National Malaria Control Programme to implement the MVIP, and to reach and report on targets and milestones according to the agreed upon timelines. He\/she will routinely update the WHO Country Office and notify them if timelines are at risk or if issues arise, while participating in finding solutions. Likewise, the officer will be responsible for reporting to the country office on relevant findings from the pilot implementation.<\/p>\n The Medical\/Technical Officer will have a key role in the In-country Malaria Vaccine Technical Working Group (MVTWG) providing support to and ensuring regular meetings of the MVTWG and facilitating frequent interactions between the MVTWG and the MVIP National Safety Committee. The incumbent will assist with coordination of efforts between the Evaluation Partners and the EPI programme. He\/she will support the activities of the MVIP work streams: regulatory, ethics, vaccine implementation, pharmacovigilance, evaluation, supplies and communications.<\/p>\n The Technical Officer will maintain good communications with the MVIP team at WCO, HQ, AFRO, and PATH, with the MOH, especially the EPI and NMCP, with Evaluation Partners and other partners in country.<\/p>\n Summary of Assigned Duties:<\/strong><\/p>\n The incumbent supports the WHO Representative in the following areas:<\/p>\n \u2022 supports the EPI programme to effectively engage with the MVIP; assisting with follow-through on activities and actions required for successful RTS,S vaccine launch and implementation Competencies:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Producing results Functional Skills and Knowledge:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Demonstrated knowledge of principles, practices, methodology and techniques of RTS,S MVIP programme. Qualification Required & Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n Essential:<\/strong>\u00a0First university degree in Public Health or health related courses.<\/p>\n Desirable:<\/strong>\u00a0Post graduate training of Masters\u2019 Degree in public health<\/p>\n Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n Essential:<\/p>\n \u2022 At least 2 years\u2019 experience of relevant work experience at the national and international levels in malaria and\/or immunization programmes in low-resource environments. Desirable:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Experience in immunization or EPI programmes; Languages:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Excellent knowledge of English is required. Location:<\/strong>\u00a0Accra<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" WHO recommends pilot implementation of the RTS,S\/AS01 malaria vaccine prior to wide scale use. 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\n\u2022 Collaborates closely with WHO MVIP focal point, and country coordination group, attending all MVIP country coordination group meetings and facilitating MoH team members to attend
\n\u2022 Collaborates effectively with all stakeholders to ensure the timelines for implementation of the MVIP are strictly adhered to
\n\u2022 Support the implementation of the Introduction Plan for the RTS,S\/AS01 Malaria Vaccine
\n\u2022 Participate actively in the development and adaptation of reference materials, data collection tools and the MVIP field guide
\n\u2022 Review monthly administrative data and report on coverage for each antigen. Conduct periodic analysis of RTS,S vaccination performance against other existing antigens on schedule and provide recommendations for improvement or otherwise
\n\u2022 Monitor the implementation and programmatic performance of the RTSS introduction to ensure corrective action is taken when needed
\n\u2022 Develop and share monthly bulletin of RTS,S Malaria Vaccine activities with the EPI Programme and the MVIP\/EPI Focal Points
\n\u2022 Participate in meetings of the various arms of the MVIP (evaluation & safety)
\n\u2022 Maintains a professional positive atmosphere in the country team.
\n\u2022 Updates the WR\/MVIP Focal Point and, as requested, in-country partners on the progress of the MVIP.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Communicating in a credible and effective way
\n\u2022 Fostering integration and teamwork
\n\u2022 Knowing and managing yourself<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Excellent capacity in programme management, coordination, and organization.
\n\u2022 Excellent understanding of malaria and EPI programme, and child health.
\n\u2022 Ability to work as a team member, and sensitivity to working in a multi-cultural environment.
\n\u2022 Outstanding communication and team building skills.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Demonstrated experience in working with MOH and partners on the development, planning, implementation or monitoring and evaluation of health strategies and programmes.
\n\u2022 Proven experience to work to deadlines and budgets, in collaboration with a diverse range of stakeholders.
\n\u2022 Excellent communication skills.
\n\u2022 Experience using data for decision making.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Additional experience in malaria control.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Other Skills (e.g. IT):
\n\u2022 Proficiency in all MS Office applications, spreadsheets and data analysis.<\/p>\n