If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world's leading children's rights organization would like to hear from you.
For 60 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children's survival, protection and development. The world's largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments.
Currently, the Health Technology Centre in UNICEF Supply Division, Copenhagen is seeking a dedicated
TECHNICAL OFFICER, P-3,
(Temporary Appointment for 12 months)
Background
The successful candidate will collaborate with key internal and external partners in formulating policy guidelines and defining regulatory requirements and applying them to UNICEF procurement of medical devices and laboratory supplies, with a specific focus on Point of Care Diagnostics used in decentralized health care settings.
He/she will use specialized commodity knowledge, in communication with counterparts in field offices and Programme Division, to establish technical specifications, standards and guidelines for laboratory and point of care diagnostic equipment and supplies requisitioned by UNICEF programmes, specialized UN agencies, governments and non-governmental organizations on a procurement services basis, and will provide technical guidance on the selection and use of these products.
Job Summary of assignments
- In collaboration with UNICEF Programme Division, Regional Advisers, WHO and other key partners, contributes to the formulation of policy guidelines in the area of expertise.
- Prepares and maintains technical specifications for a portfolio of point of care diagnostic devices included in both the UNICEF database and catalogue.
- Advises programmes on technical matters relating to the commodity of specialization. Clarifies specifications with requesting customers and advises on the selection and use of the products.
- Conducts market research on sourcing an extended range of diagnostic supplies. Reviews and analyse UNICEF’s product portfolio in point of care diagnostics, background information and supply guidance, and implement recommendations for improving the suitability and range of products, resulting in more appropriate equipment, better delivery and lower costs of ownership.
- Prepare, conduct and/or manage the technical adjudication of tenders for laboratory and point of care diagnostics.
- Supports the Procurement Services Centre in preparing cost estimates for special projects on diagnostics and related services.
- Supports country offices and governments by assisting in needs assessments in programmes or projects aimed at improving access to diagnostics services and patient access to results.
- Develop and/or contribute to monitoring and evaluation of special projectsaimed at improving access to diagnostics services and patient access to results.
- Any other duties or assignments as requested by supervisor.
Work Experience:
Minimum 5 years of progressive relevant professional experience. Hands-on working experience in laboratory environment, field experience in developing countries and knowledge of policy issues related to HIV clinical laboratory support and point of care diagnostics an asset.
Education:
Advanced university degree in clinical laboratory, medical engineering, nursing or relevant discipline, and/or public health. Specialist knowledge of commodity area required.
Competencies:
- Solid technical understanding of laboratory diagnostics and point of care diagnostic devices.
- Current knowledge of the latest developments and technology in the field of work.
- Ability to provide technical support to countries and partners.
- Strong Technical and communications skills required written and spoken.
- Proven ability to conceptualize, plan and execute ideas as well as transfer knowledge and skills.
- Leadership and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships.
- Able to work independently and problem solving oriented.
- Computer skills, including internet navigation and various office applications.
- High level of responsibility and accountability
- Knowledge management skills - reporting
Kindly refer to for more information on the UNICEF Competency Framework.
Languages:
Fluency in English required and knowledge of another UN language (preferably French) is an asset.
APPLICATIONS:
Please send detailed resume, cover letter and completed United Nations Personal History Form (or Candidate Overview document if you have a profile in the UNICEF e-recruitment system), in English, quoting “Technical Officer, P-3, TA” to . The UN Personal History form can be found at the following web address:
Kindly note that all applications should be in English.Kindly also note that candidates will be assessed on foundational and functional competencies and that diversity and gender balance are also factors in the selection process. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Queries can be directed to Ms.Vibeke Martensson at :.
Applications for this position must be received by Wednesday 22 August 2012.
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