NCD Prevention and Management Officer

Job Posting Organization:
The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health. Established on April 7, 1948, WHO's mission is to promote health, keep the world safe, and serve vulnerable populations. The organization operates in over 150 countries and has a workforce of more than 7,000 employees. WHO's work is guided by the principles of equity and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly the goal of ensuring health for all. WHO's core functions include providing global health leadership, shaping health research agendas, setting norms and standards, and monitoring health trends.

Job Overview:
The NCD Prevention and Management Officer will play a crucial role in supporting the Government of Uzbekistan in enhancing the prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), particularly focusing on diabetes. This position requires close collaboration with WHO staff, the Ministry of Health, and various national stakeholders to implement, monitor, and evaluate health initiatives aimed at improving NCD care quality. The officer will be responsible for developing evidence-informed policies, engaging stakeholders, and building capacity within the health system to ensure effective management of NCDs. The role emphasizes a comprehensive approach to health promotion, risk factor reduction, and patient self-management, contributing to the overarching goal of Universal Health Coverage (UHC).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the review, implementation, and monitoring of action plans related to diabetes and NCD prevention by analyzing program data and best practices.
• Monitor and evaluate diabetes programs, tracking progress against national and international indicators.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and other knowledge products.
• Document policy dialogues and technical consultations.
• Provide technical input to various stakeholders to advance integrated diabetes and NCD programming.
• Support the implementation of evidence-based NCD prevention and management interventions within primary health care services.
• Endorse and implement WHO recommendations and support capacity-building activities for primary health care teams.
• Contribute to the integration of multidisciplinary care models and quality improvement initiatives.
• Develop patient education and self-management support interventions. 1
• Monitor program implementation and document good practices in NCD service delivery. 1
• Prepare materials for capacity-building activities for health professionals. 1
• Identify workforce-related challenges affecting NCD service delivery and prepare relevant documentation.

Required Qualifications:
Essential qualifications include a university degree in Public Health, Medicine, Health Policy, or a related field, with at least two years of relevant professional experience in NCD prevention and management or public health. Candidates should have experience in project coordination, technical document preparation, and facilitating meetings. Desirable qualifications include an advanced degree in a relevant field and experience working with WHO or other international organizations.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a university degree in Public Health, Medicine, Health Policy, Health Systems, Development Studies, International Relations, Public Policy, Political Science, or a related field. An advanced degree (Master’s or higher) in one of these areas is desirable.

Experience:
The position requires at least two years of relevant professional experience in areas such as NCD prevention and management, public health, or health systems strengthening. Experience in project coordination, technical document preparation, and organizing national meetings is essential. Desirable experience includes working with WHO or UN agencies and public health policy mainstreaming.

Languages:
Fluency in Uzbek and English is essential for this position. Good knowledge of Russian is considered desirable.

Additional Notes:
This role is subject to local recruitment, and only nationals of Uzbekistan are eligible to apply. The contract duration is 12 months, with the possibility of extension based on performance and funding availability. The remuneration for this position is USD 3,000 per month (net), which aligns with UNCT rates for similar work in Uzbekistan. Additional notes include that this vacancy may be used to identify candidates for other similar roles, and only serious candidates will be contacted. A written test may be part of the screening process, and candidates must provide proof of their educational qualifications. WHO is committed to diversity and inclusion in its workforce and has a zero-tolerance policy towards harassment and abuse.