Roving Sexual and Reproductive Health in Emergencies Specialist, West and Central Africa Region, April 2024

The Roving SRH in Emergencies Specialist will act as a rapid response technical expert and provide remote and in-person support in cases of urgent requests from country offices, including to provide immediate surge support before the deployments of surge personnel, in case is needed.

The Regional Roving SRH in Emergencies Specialist (Roving Specialist) also acts as part of UNFPA’s emergency response team and is expected to be deployed in the field for up to 70% of the time. She/He will be deployed either to support existing UNFPA country programs in their SRH emergency response, during preparedness phase for example or to help initiate new SRH in emergencies response (MISP) during the acute phase of emergencies or during protracted situations as well.

The Roving Specialist will also be responsible for supporting the transfer of knowledge to the country staff to ensure the sustainability of the interventions. Lastly, the Roving Specialist will support the regional office in all technical related to SRH in Emergencies programming, including the identification of technical aspects capacity gaps and of the strategies/modalities to respond to these gaps.

It is important to note, that whilst the proposed incumbent will be recruited to support West and Central Africa Regional Office (WCARO), there may be occasional needs, based on an emerging situation, for the incumbent to support other regions than their designated region as well.

Qualifications and Experience

Education:

A medical doctor with sexual and reproductive health experience or qualifications such as Obstetrics and Gynecology or qualified nurse with a Master’s in Public Health or equivalent degree.

Knowledge and Experience

Demonstrated understanding and experience in the humanitarian sector, in particular, experience working closely with or coordinating national health clusters and associated partners and donors
At least five to seven years in implementing and managing sexual reproductive health programs (which includes the application of the MISP), family planning and adolescent reproductive health programs in emergency settings
Proven experience of using appropriate management tools to ensure effective running of the programmes, staff management and capacity development.
Experience in the elaboration of training and capacity building efforts in the area of sexual reproductive health.
Demonstrated experience with health systems such as HMIS, pharmacy management, disease surveillance.

Languages

Fluency in English and French required.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are requested to view the full job description and apply for the vacancy on the UNFPA website following this link:

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UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled.

UNFPA expands the possibilities for women and young people to lead healthy and productive lives.

Since UNFPA started working in 1969, the number – and rate – of women dying from complications of pregnancy or childbirth has been halved. Families are smaller and healthier. Young people are more connected and empowered than ever before.

Too many left behind

But too many are still left behind. Nearly a billion people remain mired in extreme poverty. Sexual and reproductive health problems are a leading cause of death and disability for women in the developing world. Young people bear the highest risks of HIV infection and unintended pregnancy. More than a hundred million girls face the prospect of child marriage and other harmful practices, such as female genital mutilation.

Much more needs to be done to ensure a world in which all individuals can exercise their basic human rights, including those that relate to the most intimate and fundamental aspects of life.

Ensuring every pregnancy is wanted

Few things have a greater impact on the life of a woman than the number and spacing of her children. That’s why international agreements going back decades affirm that individuals should have the right (and the means) to freely decide when (or if) to start a family and how many children to bear. Yet, in this new century, some 225 million women who want to avoid or delay childbearing still lack access to the quality services and supplies needed to manage their fertility.

Supporting maternal health

We know how to save almost all women who die giving life. The first step is to ensure they can plan their pregnancies and space their births. Skilled birth attendance at delivery, with backup emergency obstetric care and essential supplies in place, is also critical.

Perhaps the most challenging aspect of reducing maternal death and disability is finding ways to reach all women, even those in the poorest, most remote areas, or in times of natural or man-made disasters. This involves bolstering health systems. It is also critical that pregnant women are able to access all the care they need, from prenatal HIV testing to post-natal care for newborns, at the same clinic or health centre. This approach saves money and saves lives.

Helping young people fulfil their potential

Young people from age 10-24 constitute a quarter of the world’s population (2014). Their reproductive choices will shape future demographic trends.

UNFPA advocates for the rights of young people, including the right to accurate information and services related to sexuality and reproductive health. Empowered with knowledge and skills to protect themselves and make informed decisions, they can realize their full potential and contribute to economic and social transformation.

Investing in young people, especially adolescent girls, is one of the smartest investments a country can make. As parents, teachers and leaders of the next generation, they can help break the cycle of poverty, strengthen the social fabric and create a sustainable future.

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Qualifications and Experience

Education:

A medical doctor with sexual and reproductive health experience or qualifications such as Obstetrics and Gynecology or qualified nurse with a Master’s in Public Health or equivalent degree.

Knowledge and Experience

Demonstrated understanding and experience in the humanitarian sector, in particular, experience working closely with or coordinating national health clusters and associated partners and donors
At least five to seven years in implementing and managing sexual reproductive health programs (which includes the application of the MISP), family planning and adolescent reproductive health programs in emergency settings
Proven experience of using appropriate management tools to ensure effective running of the programmes, staff management and capacity development.
Experience in the elaboration of training and capacity building efforts in the area of sexual reproductive health.
Demonstrated experience with health systems such as HMIS, pharmacy management, disease surveillance.

Languages

Fluency in English and French required.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are requested to view the full job description and apply for the vacancy on the UNFPA website following this link:

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