Reproductive, Maternal & Neonatal Health Officer Vacancy-Job Ref: JKRWWHO/2404/202411

Reproductive, Maternal & Neonatal Health Officer Vacancy-Job Ref: JKRWWHO/2404/202411
Kigali (Rwanda)
JOB DESCRIPTION

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME
Contribute to the reduction of mortality and morbidity of maternal and newborns, children , adolescents’ health and for the promotion ofSexual and Reproductive healththrough development and strengthening the national capacity in planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of interventions to improve the health status of women’s,newborns and Adolescents; building effective partnerships with health development partners for an integrated approach to Primary Health Care towards Universal Access to sexual reproductive, maternal and newborn health services.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
Review and analyze national Reproductive, maternal and newborn health policies, strategies, plans and guidelines, programmes and related legislation Coordinate Reproductive, maternal and newborn health care activities and participate in the technical working groups Advise the national Reproductive, maternal and newborn health technical working groups in the development of strategies for maternal and newborn health including Family planning.

Provide technical assistance in the development of operation plans and tools for RMNCAH and facilitate the dissemination of reproductive, maternal and newborn health guidelines, strategies, plans and relevant tools. Provide technical assistance for the implementation of maternal and newborn health including sexual and reproductive health interventions Establish and coordinate effective partnership with key stakeholders and donor agencies involved in reproductive, maternal and newborn health services Promote and implement operations research for reproductive, maternal and newborn health Participate in monitoring and evaluation of reproductive, maternal and newborn health programmes Perform any other duties as required for the success of the programme.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
Essential: University degree (bachelor’s) in Medicine, obstetrics and gynecology or Pediatrics; Public Health or other related field from an accredited/recognized institute.
Desirable: Advanced degree in Obstetrics and gynaecology or Paediatrics or Public Health or Epidemiology or other related field.

EXPERIENCE
Essential: At least five years of progressively responsible professional experience in maternal, newborn health and sexual and reproductive health.
Desirable: Considerable experience in programme planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and supervision at national and district levels;Relevant work experience with WHO and/or UN agencies, Other International Organizations and academia;experience working in relevant nongovernmental or humanitarian organizations.

SKILLS
Proven knowledge of RMNCH management within the context of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Ability to conduct research and analyse results, identify issues, formulate opinions, and make conclusions and recommendations for strengthening health care systems.Good knowledge of RMNCAH health services and guidelinesAbility to prioritize, organize, manage and adapt management style according to needsAbility to build and motivate teams and work under pressure

WHO COMPETENCIES
Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
Ensuring the effective use of resources

USE OF LANGUAGE SKILLS
Essential: Expert knowledge of English.
Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of French.

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