Junior Programme Officer (Public Health) – UNICEF Vacancy Announcement; June 28, 2025
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Organization: UNICEF
Position: Junior Programme Officer (Public Health)
Location: Addis Ababa
Employment: Contractual
Date of Announcement: June 28 2025
Deadline: July 11, 2025
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Job description
General
Description of assignment title
Junior Programme Officer (Public Health)
Assignment country
Ethiopia
Expected start date
01/08/2025
Sustainable Development Goal 3. Good health and well-being Volunteer category International UN University Volunteer Host entity
UNICEF
Type Onsite Duration
6 months
Number of assignments
1
Duty stations
Addis Ababa
Details
Mission and objectives
UNICEF Ethiopia is implementing a 5-year country programme 2020-2025 which is fully aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF). UNICEF will work collaboratively within the UNSDCF on a joint strategy to strengthen national systems for data collection, analysis, monitoring, and applying adjustments to promote equity. Evidence will be used to monitor the situation of children, tracking progress towards equity and scale, and to inform advocacy to adjust policies, strategies, and budgets. Monitoring and corrective actions will be undertaken through UNICEF staff, partners and third-party monitoring, and through mechanisms for community feedback and accountability to affected populations.
Context Ethiopia faces numerous challenges in its healthcare sector, significantly impacting the health and well-being of its population. Despite progress in recent years, the country continues to struggle with high maternal and child mortality rates, widespread communicable diseases, and inadequate healthcare infrastructure. Access to primary healthcare services remains limited, particularly in rural and underserved areas, where the majority of the population reside. Given the current health situation, it is imperative to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of primary healthcare delivery in Ethiopia. Primary healthcare serves as the foundation of the healthcare system, offering essential services that can prevent, diagnose, and treat common illnesses and conditions. Improving primary healthcare delivery will address several critical issues. The Programme Officer (Public Health) will support the Chief of Health in developing, implementing, and monitoring health programs and initiatives. This role involves conducting research, analyzing data, and providing expert advice to improve health outcomes. The Programme Officer (Public Health) will collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure the effective delivery of health services. The assignment will entail conducting regular field mission travel in different regions and districts in Ethiopia, to be familiarized with the situation on the ground. Task description Under the direct supervision of Chief of Health, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:
• Contribute to Program Design and planning: Assist in the design and implementation of health programs and policies. This includes identifying key health issues, developing strategic plans, and ensuring that programs are aligned with organizational goals and community needs.
• Contribute and support Data Analysis and monitoring trends of health intervention, including interpretation of health data to identify trends and areas for improvement, especially in relation to public health emergencies, primary health care, zero dose communities.
• Support health section’s efforts in strengthening implementation
• Research and learning agenda: support health managers and project officers to strengthen linkages with research institutions and academic institutions in conducting research on health issues of interest, and documenting best practices to inform program development.
• Support the section with stakeholder engagement and collaboration for effective partnership and resource mobilization: Work with Chief of Health to assist in the mapping of key donors, both existing and new, and assist the section Chief in preparing key documents for resource mobilization.
• Contribute to strengthening the knowledge management of health section: Assist the section Chief in reviewing the existing knowledge products for the health section, and make recommendations for improvement, especially for the key project which have large funding supported by various donors.
Eligibility criteria
Age
18 – 80
Required experience
1 month
Donor priorities
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Nationality
Candidate must be a national of a country other than the country of assignment.
℅ Additional eligibility criteria
As this assignment is funded by CYVA, specific eligibility criteria apply. Candidates must be Chinese nationals affiliated with a university participating in CYVA’s programme.
Assignment requirements
Relevant experience No experience required
Languages English, Level: Working knowledge, Required
Required education level Secondary education
Competencies and values
☒ Accountability
☒ Adaptability and Flexibility
☒ Communication
☒ Creativity
☒ Empowering Others
☒ Ethics and Values
☒ Integrity
☒ Knowledge Sharing
☒ Managing Performance
☒ Professionalism
☒ Technological Awareness
☒ Working in Teams
Skills and experience
Secondary Education, with a Bachelor degree or currently studying towards a Bachelor degree in medicine, epidemiology, public health, biology, biostatistics, pharmacy, sociology or related field. Demonstrated interest in:
• Public health emergencies
• Primary health care
• Maternal, newborn and child health Skills in:
• Analytical, research, and communication skills.
• Data analysis software and Microsoft Office Suite
Area(s) of expertise
Community development, Crisis and emergency response, Health Driving license
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Other information
Living conditions and remarks Ethiopia, located in the Horn of Africa, is known for its rich history, diverse cultures, and stunning landscapes. The country has made significant strides in improving living conditions over the past few decades, but challenges remain. While Ethiopia is generally safe for residents and visitors, certain regions may experience political instability or conflict. It’s important to stay informed about local conditions and follow safety guidelines. Urban areas like Addis Ababa offer a range of housing options, from modern apartments to traditional homes. However, rural areas often lack adequate infrastructure, including reliable electricity and clean water.
Inclusivity statement
United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
Reasonable accommodation
UNICEF offers reasonable accommodation for UN Volunteers with disabilities. This may include, for example, accessible software, travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process and afterwards in your assignment.
Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements
In addition to duty station-specific vaccine requirements, appointments are subject to confirmation of fully-vaccinated status against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO)-endorsed vaccine, which must be met prior to taking up the appointment. It does not apply to UN Volunteers who will work remotely and are not expected to work on or visit UNICEF premises, programme delivery locations or directly interact with communities UNICEF works with, nor to travel to perform functions for UNICEF for the duration of their contracts.
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