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For every child, Immunity!

In Pakistan, every year over 5,000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer and over 3,000 women die each year from the disease. The actual number is likely to be higher as surveillance for cervical cancer is still suboptimal, and data on the disease burden and spread is incomplete; An estimated 87% of cervical cancer cases can be prevented through vaccination against the human papillomavirus (HPV). Under the leadership of the Federal Department of Immunization (FDI), the Government of Pakistan has set the introduction of the HPV vaccine as one of its priorities for 2025, to prevent cervical cancer. With support from Gavi - the Vaccine Alliance - the country has opted for a province-wise staggered approach to introduce the vaccine from Q3 2025 to 2027 through introductory supplementary immunization campaigns followed by routine immunization. The target population includes 18 million 9 to 14-year-old girls, of which 8 million are out of school., The successful introduction of the HPV vaccine necessitates a collaborative, interdisciplinary effort involving various levels of the Department of Health, the education sector, United Nations agencies, civil society organizations especially women-led organizations, adolescents and local women and youth groups and associations such as Pakistan Girls Guide Association. This approach should apply a gender perspective and include partnerships with the private sector to ensure the vaccine reaches all girls in the targeted population utilizing the existing mapping done for adolescent and women-led organizations across Pakistan. UNICEF Pakistan is seeking a highly motivated individual with outstanding credentials, analytical ability, management capabilities, and communication skills to serve as the lead Project Manager for the planning and implementation of the HPV vaccine introduction.

Under the guidance and general supervision of the Senior Manager – Immunization, the staff member will ensure cross-sectoral coordination to ensure all concerned stakeholders work in synergy to develop a comprehensive and effective approach to introducing the HPV vaccine through an initial catchup campaign, followed by introduction into routine immunization. This approach will be informed by the latest evidence, including insights from Social Behaviour Change (SBC) assessments and feedback from stakeholder consultations, to address logistical, operational, and social aspects of immunization, to remove barriers to service delivery, and generate steady and sustained demand for the HPV vaccine

How can you make a difference? 

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

Minimum requirements:

• Education: An advanced university degree (Master’s or above) in one of the following fields is required: public health, family health, health research, global/international health, health policy and/or management, environmental health sciences, biostatistics, socio-medical, health education, epidemiology, or another relevant technical field.
• Work Experience: A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience, including project management within health projects.
• Experience in one of the following areas: developing public health social behavior change strategies, public health, social sciences and anthropology and/ or health systems strengthening is required.
• Skills: Strategic coordination skills (NGOs, UN organizations, high level government officials)
• Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of a local language is required.

Desirables:

• Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency. 
• Experience in developing strategies focusing on cross-sectoral collaboration for service delivery and SBC an asset.
• EPI experience sufficient to coordinate with UNICEF national and provincial workforce (EPI, Gender, health, education) and the government structures to be able to include reporting on vaccine logistic and supply readiness is an advantage.
• Strong systematic review skills (literature, surveys), analytical skills, literature review, evidence-based planning, written and oral communication skills, including the ability to prepare presentations and comprehensive reports is an advantage.
• Working experience with UN agencies, including UNICEF an advantage.

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

(1) Builds and maintains partnerships

(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness

(3) Drive to achieve results for impact

(4) Innovates and embraces change

(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity

(6) Thinks and acts strategically

(7) Works collaboratively with others 

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UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic background, and persons with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. To create a more inclusive workplace, UNICEF offers paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. Click here to learn more about flexible work arrangements, well-being, and benefits.

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UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.

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Remarks:

As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.

UNICEF’s active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable females are encouraged to apply.

Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. 

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