Advisor, Hospital, Emergency, Critical and Specialized Health Services

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Advisor Hospital Emergency Critical and Specialized Health Services

Join us and help strengthen hospital and specialized care services across the Americas

The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Regional Office for the Americas of the World Health Organization (WHO) is seeking a highly qualified strategic and results-oriented professional to serve as Advisor Hospital Emergency Critical and Specialized Health Services. This position plays a key role in advancing people-centered high-quality and resilient hospital and specialized care services within integrated health service delivery networks across the Region.

Under the general supervision of the Director Health Systems and Services (HSS) and the direct supervision of the Unit Chief Primary Health Care and Integrated Services Delivery (HSS/PH) the selected candidate will:

Provide technical cooperation and strategic advice to strengthen hospitals and specialized care services within integrated health service delivery networks.
Support Member States in the organization management and governance of hospitals including emergency surgical critical and highly specialized services.
Promote quality of care patient safety and people-centered models of care across hospital and outpatient specialized services.
Contribute to the planning and development of hospital infrastructure projects including commissioning decommissioning and climate change adaptation.
Foster collaboration with national authorities health professionals communities and partners to improve access continuity and quality of hospital and specialized care services.

For a complete list of functions please see the post description.

What is required for this position

Education

A bachelors degree in one of the health sciences and a masters degree in public health health systems/services administration or any other field related to the functions of the post from an accredited institution.

Experience

Nine years of combined national and international experience in the field of health systems and services management at an advisory or executive level including 5 years experience in hospital care and management.

Languages

Very good knowledge of English or Spanish with working knowledge of the other language.

IT Skills

Demonstrated ability to effectively use current technology and software spreadsheets and presentations as well as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and management information systems. Other IT skills and knowledge of software programs such as SIP Plus Microsoft Excel Outlook OneDrive PowerPoint Teams SharePoint and Word are considered essential.

Competencies and Skills

For a complete list of competencies and skills please refer to the post description.

The skills required are:
Expert knowledge of hospital and specialized health service organization management and delivery.
In-depth understanding of quality of care and patient safety standards in hospital settings.
Ability to design and implement people-centered models of care within integrated service delivery networks.
Strong analytical skills to assess health system performance and service complexity.
Capacity to provide strategic and technical advice at national and regional levels.
Proven ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders and build effective partnerships.
Strong oral and written communication skills including preparation of technical reports and policy documents.
Strategic thinking leadership and negotiation skills in complex health system environments.

Duration of Contract

Post of limited duration for one year. First year probationary period.

DISCLAIMER

• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade and level.

• All applicants are required to complete an on-line profile to be considered for this post.

• Candidates will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration.

• In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview you will be required to provide in advance a scanned copy of the official degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. PAHO considers official higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in one of the following databases:

- World Higher Education Database (WHED) list updated by the International Association of Universities(IAU)/United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).

The list can be assessed through the link: Council for Higher Education Accreditation

- College Navigator found on the website of the National Centre for Educational Statistics to support the validation process.

• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to PAHO Staff Regulations Staff Rules and e-Manual.

PAHO/WHO is committed to:

• PAHO supports an environment of mutual respect and dignity for all applicants. All interested individuals who meet the requirements of this position are encouraged to apply.

• Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. To do so email us at:

• Maintaining high standards of integrity and accountability. People joining PAHO are required to maintain these standards both in their professional work and personal activities.

• Promoting a work environment that is free from harassment sexual harassment discrimination and other types of abusive behavior. PAHO conducts background checks and will not hire anyone who has a substantiated history of misconduct.

• Providing a smoke-free environment.

• Protecting the people in the communities we we have zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. People who commit serious wrongdoing will be terminated and may also face criminal prosecution.