WHO Cambodia position

WHO Cambodia is looking for a P4 epidemiologist to join their WHE team as soon as possible. In the interest of time, we would offer a 5.5 month position to the successful candidate with a possibility of extension if the work is satisfactory. The terms of reference are as follows:

Expected specific outputs/outcomes:

·        Clear guidelines and technical support given to national counterparts at various levels as required in all aspects of programme planning, organization, implementation, scale-up and evaluation of activities for the prevention and control of emerging diseases;

·        Strengthened coordination and collaboration in Cambodia between all stakeholders and partners working for emerging diseases and Applied Epidemiology Training (AET) in Cambodia

·        Strengthened linkage between AET and Veterinary Epidemiology Training

·        Investigated communicable disease outbreaks or health security events in the country

·        Coordination and supervision of epidemiological evaluation of surveillance systems, identifying constraints in control measures, examining the potential for policy development, assisting Member States with implementation and reviewing the surveillance systems to ensure quality improvement

·        Recommend methods for enhancing capacity for surveillance, risk assessment and response in the country

·        Information sharing of influenza and respiratory disease surveillance, and preparedness and response plan to pandemic

·        Technical and financial gaps identified and resources mobilized

Specific roles to be undertaken within this job:

1.      To provide technical advice to the government in further developing Applied Epidemiology Training in Cambodia

2.      To support capacity building strategies by providing course materials and supervising trainees of Applied Epidemiology Training in Cambodia

3.      To advise on human health epidemiology for Veterinary Epidemiology Training and supervise trainees of the programme

4.      To identify needs for technical assistance and to work with Ministry of Health (MoH) and other WHO staff to strengthen core capacity in national communicable diseases surveillances, risk assessment and response to ensure MoH can meet APSED 2010 and IHR 2005 requirements

5.      To provide technical advice to the government and collaborate with partners in influenza and respiratory disease surveillance, and pandemic preparedness and response

6.      To assist in the joint MoH – WHO investigation and response to communicable disease outbreaks and unusual health events in Cambodia as the need arises

7.      To analyze and interpret epidemiological information and share with partners

8.      To assist in any other tasks as instructed by WHO Representative

Specific skills and knowledge required:

1.      Broad knowledge of principles, practices, methodology and techniques in public health and epidemiology

2.      Significant knowledge and skills in communicable disease control, including teaching and advisory techniques

3.      Ability to develop plans, organize resources and take actions to ensure objectives are achieved within realistic timeframes

4.      Very good interpersonal skills

5.      Ability to work independently and to take initiative

Education (Qualifications):

Essential: University degree in health or social science with postgraduate degree in epidemiology or public health from a recognized university.

Desirable: Completed a course in Field Epidemiology Training Programme.

Experience:

Essential: Minimum seven years’ work experience in epidemiology and /or public health and Field Epidemiology Training Programme, including experience at international level.

Desirable: Experience in managing Field Epidemiology Training Programme or modified Field Epidemiology Training in developing countries.

Please contact Asheena Khalakdina, Team Leader for WHE Cambodia (khalakdinaa [at] who [dot] int) with CV and letter of interest.