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SSA โ Health Financing Officer
Position Description:ย
Position Number:ย N/Aย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย
Position Title: NPO Health Financing UHC โ LC
Number of Positions: 01 post
Proposed Grade and Step: NOC โ 1
Nature of Position: Special Service Agreement.
Major Office: World Health Organization (WHO Countryย Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
Location: Dar es Salaam
Unit/Cluster: UHC/LC
1st Level Supervisor: UHC/LC Cluster Teamย
2nd Level Supervisor: WHO/TZ Representative
Purpose of the Post:
The purpose of the position is to provide technical support and advice to the UHC /Cluster Team Lead, the WHO Representative (WCO), the WHO Country office, and the Government on Health Financing matters, including:
ยทProvide technical support to the Ministry of Health in the implementation of public expenditure, fiscal space analysis, and National Health Accounts development
ยทSupport the Ministry of Health in consolidating the health financing strategy's legal instruments required for the implementation of the Health financing strategy
ยทSupport the Ministry of Health in validating, analyzing and reporting on cost-effective health interventions
ยทSupport the Ministry of Health in the implementation of Universal Health Insurance
ยทSupport the Ministry of Health to strengthen Public Financial Management
Objectives of the Programme and of the immediate unit or field activity (Overview of the programme):
The primary objective of the Health Systems and Services Cluster is to strengthen health systems based on Primary Health Care, supporting Universal Health Coverage. Its work encompasses the following areas: strengthening of health systems governance for social protection in health; strengthening of regulatory frameworks and financial protection for progressive realization of the right to health; organizing people-centered, integrated health service delivery; promoting access to and rational use of quality, safe, and effective health technologies; strengthening national health research systems, and promoting the integration of scientific knowledge into health care, health policies, and technical cooperation; and developing human resources for health.
Organizational Context (Describe the work environment, the role of the individual within the team โ team member, specialist, adviser, facilitator, coordinator/manager, representative, expert, authority in the field, etc; available guidelines and degree of independence in decision making, and nature and purpose of contact within and outside the Organization):
The World Health Organization has mapped out what countries can do to modify their financing systems so they can move more quickly towards this goal - universal coverage - and sustain the gains that have been achieved. This guidance has been taken into consideration and it has been elaborated in its draft Health Financing Strategy, which takes into consideration the Health Policy Framework, which has defined the health financing orientation that the country aspires for as ensuring โadequate finances mobilized, allocated and utilized, with social and financial risk protection assuredโ. This ensures equity, efficiency, transparency, and accountability in resource mobilization, allocation, and use.
The HSS works closely with the Ministry of Health, together with partners in health care financing, to ensure that WCO can:
1.ย Mobilize the resources required to provide the essential health services needed
2.Maximize efficiency, value for money in the management & utilization of available health resources &
3.Ensure equity in mobilization and allocation of health funds to guarantee fairness in use
Reporting directly to the UHC/LC Cluster Team Lead, under the overall guidance of the Head of WHO Country Office in WCO/, and in close collaboration with the respective technical leads in the respective Units in Regional Office in AFRO and HQ Units, the Technical Officer-Health Financing will be accountable for supporting the Ministry of Health and partners in defining and implementing health care financing options. The specific focus will center on how financial resources are generated, allocated and used in health systems, focusing on how to move closer to Universal Health Coverage with issues related to: (i) how and from where to raise sufficient funds for health; (ii) how to overcome financial barriers that exclude many poor from accessing health services; and (iii) how to provide an equitable and efficient mix of health services.
Summary of Assigned Duties (Describe what the incumbent has to do to achieve the main objectives; include main achievements expected):
The incumbent will be assigned the following duties:
1.ย Support the national Ministry of Health to finalize and implement the Health Financing Strategy within the context of the UHC Roadmap development and roll-out;
2.Provide technical support to the Ministry of Health in the review and analysis of public expenditure, fiscal space for health activities, and the development of national health accounts.
3.Support the Ministry of Health in consolidating the legal instruments required for the implementation of the Health Financing Strategy.
4.ย ย Validate, analyze, and report health financing data as it relates to the roll-out of UHC, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health.
5.ย Advise and collaborate on the technical cooperation programs in the areas of health care financing as one of the pillars for the attainment of Universal Health Coverage.
6.ย Identify means to raise revenue for health at the national and county governments, in an equitable manner, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Finance.
7.ย Facilitate the review and reform of health financing institutions, ensuring they are effective in the management of health revenues.
8.Guide the appropriate health care service purchasing arrangements in line with the defined benefit packages for health in.
9.Document emerging best practices in revenue raising, management, and purchasing seen at national and county governments.
10.ย Develop social protection systems and other institutional and nongovernmental sectors, in support of the Ministry of Health.
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11.ย Support the national and county governments in developing tools and capacity building for costing of sector strategic plans;
12.ย Perform other related duties, as assigned.
Competencies (Describe the core, management or leadership competencies required -ย See WHO competency model โ list in order of priority, commencing with the most important ones โ identify a minimum of three and a maximum of five competencies):
1.ย ย ย ย ย Knowing and managing yourself
2.ย ย ย ย ย Producing Results
3.ย ย ย ย ย Building and promoting partnerships across organization and beyond.
4.ย ย ย ย Fostering integration and teamwork
5.ย ย ย ย ย Moving forward in a changing environment
Functional Skills and Knowledge (Describe skills and knowledge specific to the post):
ยทUnderstanding of health financing policy, health financing strategies development, planning, capacity-building, and initiatives implementation.
ยท Knowledge in contracting and provider mechanisms, development and management of public-private partnerships, business partnerships and partnerships between donors a plus.
ยทProven ability to promote and enhance relationships between private sector actors and government stakeholders.
ยทKnowledge in the development of health care financing strategies, national health accounts, and household expenditure surveys.
ยทExcellent written and oral communication skills.
ยทStrong management skills and ability to work independently and on teams.
Education (Qualifications):
ยทEssential: First university degree in health, social or management sciences, Health Economics, Health Policy and Management, or Public Health with a health financing focus.
ยทDesirable: Master's in the above areas.
Experience:
Essential:
ยทย At least five (5) years of experience in health sector or areas related to health care financing, systems development, health services delivery and developing strategies to overcome barriers to accessing health care services
Desirable:
ยทWorking experience in related areas with WHO, other UN agencies or other recognized national and international organizations.
Languages:
ยทEssential: Excellent knowledge of English.
ยทDesirable: Working knowledge of French or another WHO official language would be an asset.
Other Skills (e.g. IT):
ยทDemonstrated ability to effectively use a computer and utilize software programs such as Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.ย Other IT skills and knowledge of other software programs such as STATA, SPSS, Visio, Microsoft SharePoint, and Project would be an asset
Timeline and Reporting
Duration
ยทThe contract will be for three (03) months
Salary
ยทNOC โ 01 with amount of: TZS 13,813,166.67/- payable on monthly bases.
How to Apply
The UN system in Tanzania provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, diversity, integrity, a healthy balance of work and life, and equal opportunities for all, including persons with disabilities.
Qualified persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply for UN vacancies and are protected from discrimination during all stages of employment.
Interested candidates should address an application comprising a detailed Curriculum Vitae, Application letter, copies of certificates/diplomas/degrees, and testimonials via the following link:
Qualified females are highly encouraged to apply.ย ย ย