Technical Officer, Health Economics & SUS Network Management

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ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

The incumbent participates as a member of a multidisciplinary team providing technical cooperation to the country. The incumbent will provide support to the technical cooperation on universal health coverage of the Sistema Único de Saúde (SUS) Management, Health Economics and Social Participation at all levels within the country, through development of people-centered integrated services to health care networks, based on primary health care strategies. The incumbent, alongside the Advisor, will assist in the development of the technical cooperation plans and programs relevant to the expansion of access and quality of health care within the country. He/she will contribute to the assessment and evaluation of models of care delivery to extract lessons of innovations and best practices. The incumbent will interact with other technical units to promote health care coherent with social and epidemiological changes in the country; promote the national and international exchange and dissemination of best practices and lessons learned in the national health system that contribute to the achievement of universal health coverage. In performing his/her duties, the incumbent will follow the guidelines of the Organization’s General Program of Work; the Country Cooperation Strategy (CCS), the Strategic Plan and its Biennial Work Plan (BWP) of the Organization; policy orientations; mandates of the Governing Bodies; manuals, strategies and other directives regarding technical cooperation.  The incumbent will work in coordination and close collaboration with all relevant staff in the country office and national authorities and other agencies to coordinate activities and resources.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the general supervision of the PAHO/WHO Representative, and the direct supervision of the Advisor, Health Systems and Services (HSS), the incumbent will be responsible, but not necessarily limited, to the following assigned duties:

a) Provide technical support and collaborate in the planning, implementation, and monitoring of health plans, programs, and projects, at federal, state and municipal levels, including reviewing and consolidating work plans and providing technical support as needed;

b) Support national authorities in defining and implementing programs to improve access and quality of healthcare, with a focus on vulnerable populations and intercultural diversity;

c) Provide technical cooperation to the Ministry of Health in the analysis of the principal health problems (linked to universal health coverage and access to health services) and to define effective control strategies linked to social determinants, inequities and risk factors and within the framework of the Sistema Único de Saúde (SUS); 

d) Facilitate communication and inter-programmatic work, while strengthening links between the Organization and intersectoral teams, while expanding health services networks;

e) Collaborate with technical and administrative staff in planning, programming, monitoring, and evaluating Biennial Work Plan (BWP) results and project implementation;

f) Provide technical assistance on knowledge management, health economics and financing while mobilizing resources for strategic projects and contributing to the positioning of  PAHO’s technical leadership in health to preserve the institutional memory;

g) Prepare technical opinions and monitoring and evaluation reports of the organization's instruments to support CT management (Terms of Cooperation, Letters of Agreement, Contracts, PJ, PF, events and travel) following PAHO’s established  procedures, timelines and guidelines, in coordination with counterparts;

h) Contribute to the organization's representation in technical and political scenarios, as indicated by the Advisor, HSS, promoting PAHO's technical leadership in health;

i) Promote horizontal, south-south and/or triangular cooperation for health development and innovation for strategic advancement of the areas of responsibility, through exchange of resources, technology, experience and knowledge; including the promotion and use of WHO Collaborating Centers (WCC) and the identification of potential new WCC in Brazil;

j) Contribute, when requested, to directly supervise staff (technical and administrative) establishing clear work objectives, conducting timely and effective performance appraisals, providing timely coaching and feedback, and supporting staff development opportunities while ensuring a positive teamwork approach;

k) Perform other related duties as assigned.

KEY BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

Overall attitude at work: Maintains integrity and takes a clear ethical approach and stance; demonstrates commitment to the Organization’s mandate and promotes the values of the Organization in daily work and behavior; is accountable for work carried out in line with own role and responsibilities; is respectful towards, and trusted by, colleagues and counterparts. 

Teamwork: Collaborate and cooperate with others. - Works collaboratively with team members and counterparts to achieve results; encourages cooperation and builds rapport; helps others when asked; accepts joint responsibility for the teams’ successes and shortcomings. Identifies conflicts in a timely manner and addresses them as necessary; understands issues from the perspective of others; does not interpret/ attribute conflicts to cultural, geographical or gender issues. 

Respecting and valuing individual differences: Treats everyone with dignity and respect, fostering positive relationships with everyone. Reflects on personal behavior to avoid stereotypes and considers situations from the perspective of others.

Communication: Express oneself clearly when speaking/Write effectively/Listen/Shares knowledge - Quality and quantity of communication targeted at audience.  Listens attentively and does not interrupt other speakers.  Adapts communication style and written content to ensure they are appropriately and accurately understood by the audience (e.g., power-point presentations, communication strategies, implementation plans).  Shares information openly with colleagues and transfers knowledge, as needed. 

Knowing and managing yourself: Manages stress/Invite feedback/Continuously learn - Remains productive even in an environment where information or direction is not available, and when facing challenges; recovers quickly from setbacks, where necessary. Manages stress positively; remains positive and productive even under pressure; does not transfer stress to others. Seeks feedback to improve knowledge and performance; shows self-awareness when seeking and receiving feedback; uses feedback to improve own performance.    Seeks informal and/or formal learning opportunities for personal and professional development; systematically learns new competencies and skills useful for job; takes advantage of learning opportunities to fill competencies and skill gaps.   

Producing Results: Deliver quality results/Take responsibility - Produces high-quality results and workable solutions that meet clients’ needs. Works independently to produce new results and sets own timelines effectively and efficiently.  Shows awareness of own role and clarifies roles of team members in relation to project’s expected results. Make proposals for improving processes as required and takes responsibility for own work and/or actions, as necessary.   Demonstrates positive attitude in working on new projects and initiatives. Demonstrates accountability for own success, as well as for errors; learns from experience.    

Moving forward in a changing environment: Propose change/Adapt to change - Suggests and articulate effective and efficient proposals for change as needed when new circumstances arise.  Quickly and effectively adapts own work approach in response to new demands and changing priorities. Is open to new ideas, approaches and working methods; adjusts own approach to embrace change initiatives. 

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

• Technical expertise in the areas of health systems and services, including technical cooperation in projects in developing countries.
• Knowledge of planning, monitoring, evaluation and control of technical cooperation programs.
• Ability to plan, monitor and evaluate technical cooperation processes.
• Knowledge and skills in the formulation of technical cooperation interventions and in the development of criteria for evaluating program interventions.
• Knowledge and skills for the development, implementation and analysis of technical cooperation programs and activities, including budget programming and control.
• Ability to integrate technical and administrative inputs into recommendations for the decision-making process;
• Ability to work independently and to manage multiple assignments simultaneously in a complex organizational environment.
• Strong professional oral and writing skills, including the development of reports, oral presentations, and technical/persuasive documents for consideration at the highest levels of the Organization.

EDUCATION (Qualifications)

Essential: A bachelor’s degree in health economics, health-related sciences, management or social sciences; or a field related to the functions of the post, from a recognized university.

Desirable: Postgraduate studies in topics related to public health, health economics, social sciences, international relations, public administration, health management.

EXPERIENCE

Essential: Five years of national experience in the area of health economics, health systems, including technical cooperation in institutions concerned with public health management or evaluation of health systems and services.

Desirable Experience in international technical cooperation in institutions concerned with health financing and economics, monitoring and evaluation of health systems and services.

LANGUAGES

Very good knowledge of Portuguese with a working knowledge of English or Spanish.

IT SKILLS

Demonstrated ability to effectively use current technology and software, spreadsheets and presentations. Ability to utilize software programs such as Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams and electronic sources in research activities. Other IT skills and knowledge of other software programs such as Visio, SharePoint and Project would be an asset.

DISCLAIMER 

• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade and level. 

• All applicants are required to complete an on-line profile to be considered for this post. 

• Candidates will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration. 

• In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the official degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. PAHO, considers official higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in one of the following databases: 

                - World Higher Education Database (WHED), list updated by the International Association of Universities

                   (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).

                   The list can be assessed through the link: http://whed.net/

                - Council for Higher Education Accreditation chea.org

                 - College Navigator, found on the website of the National Centre for Educational Statistics,

                  nces.gov to support the validation process. 

• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to PAHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and e-Manual. 

PAHO/WHO is committed to: 

• PAHO supports an environment of mutual respect and dignity for all applicants. All interested individuals who meet the requirements of this position are encouraged to apply.

• Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. To do so, email us at: [email protected]

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• Promoting a work environment that is free from harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and other types of abusive behavior. PAHO conducts background checks and will not hire anyone who has a substantiated history of misconduct.  

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