Consultant - Childhood Cancer, WPRO

Overview

Support the implementation of the Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer and the Global Platform for Access to Childhood Cancer Medicines in the Western Pacific Region.

Tasks Summary

• Coordinate activities on childhood cancer and liaise with country offices.
• Coordinate activities related to the implementation of the GPACCM.
• Provide technical assistance to Member States for the development of national childhood cancer plans.
• Conceptualize, develop layout, format and design promotional materials and activities.

Experience Requirements

Minimum five years' relevant work experience in control of noncommunicable diseases, particularly in childhood cancer including but not limited to public health measures to prevent and manage noncommunicable diseases including exposure to international level. Desirable: Relevant experience in managing large teams at national and international levels.

Qualification Requirements

Essential: Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in public health or any health-related field from a recognized institution or university. Desirable: Postgraduate (master's level) training in the fields related to public health, noncommunicable disease, and preferably related to cancer.

Other Details

Languages Required: Expert level of English is essential (Read-Write-Speak).

Languages Preferred: Working knowledge of other UN languages is an advantage.

Contract Duration: 9 months

Work Modality: off-site

Remuneration: Band level A, USD 6,000 (monthly)