Recruitment of Operations Advisor for Health Project — HIV/AIDS and TB Project, Ministry of Health

HEALTH HIV/AIDS AND TB PROJECT RE-ADVERTISEMENT REQUEST

FOR CURRICULUM VITAE FOR INDIVIDUAL

CONSULTANT – OPERATIONS ADVISOR FOR THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH CONSULTANT BACKGROUND

INFORMATION The Government of Swaziland

(GOS) has emphasized health as a priority on the national agenda. The2008

National Health Sector Strategic Plan (NHSSP) identified critical areas in the

health sector that require support, and aims to improve poor health outcomes

and inefficiencies. The Ministry of Health has developed a second five-year

National Health Sector Strategic Plan (NHSSPII) (2014-2018) to guide its

operations. The NHSSP II ensures a

comprehensive set of health services are provided that address in a holistic

manner the health needs of the people in the Kingdom of Swaziland. The NHSSP II

introduces a stronger element of client-focused and client-centred health

services, a comprehensive and rationalized health systems investment focus that

ensures all the critical investment needs of the health sector are being

addressed. For the objectives of the plan to be realized, there is a need to

strengthen governance, monitoring and supervision at central level. The Health, HIV/AIDS and TB

project supports the Government in its commitment to improve the health status

of the Swazi population, with the aim to (i) improve access to, and quality of

health services in Swaziland, with a particular focus on primary health care,

maternal health and TB, and (ii) increase social safety net access for

OVCs. The World Bank and the European

Union (EU) are jointly financing the project with the Government, with a total

of US$41 million. The MOH now invites interested,

qualified candidates to

indicate their interest in providing technical support and services under this

consultancy. Selection shall be on the basis of examination and comparison of

the qualifications of the individual candidates as evidenced by theirCVs. The

selected individual shall be requested to submit a costed offer to undertake

the work. OBJECTIVE The main objective of the

consultancy is to ensure daily implementation of health policy related

activities, share good practices from other countries in relation to

coordination of Development Partners; planning, implementation and supervision

of selected health programmes. The Operations Advisor will provide hands-on

support to the Director of Health Services within the Ministry of Health

towards effective implementation of the National Health Sector Strategic Plan

II and coordination of various Development Partners programmes. The intended

outcome of the consultancy is to strengthen the organizational and functional

structure of the Ministry of Health Directorate This position is expected to be

required for a period of two years. BRIEF DESCRIPTION

OF SERVICES The consultancy will provide

strategic, policy and technical support to the Directorate for the Ministry of

Health, regarding planning and implementation of health sector programmes; this

will include support to monitor and supervise the delivery of health services;

actively monitor and coordinate with key stakeholders; follow-up and

development of policy directives for various implementers and departments under

the Directorate. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: He/she should meet the

following qualifications: • MA/MSc (or equivalent) in public health, related health sciences, or

management • Medical Degree is preferred,but not required • A

further qualification in Health Economics will be an added advantage. • At

least 10 years' experience in a management capacity. Knowledge and experience

in SADC region health systems • At

least 10 years' experience in health-sector operations. Experience inhealth

systems strengthening and primary health care will be required • Excellent

report writing and communication skills • Results

oriented, team player • Ability

to work under pressure and in a fast changing environment • Ability

to lead teams, motivate staff and work independently • Demonstrated

skills in Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel,and

PowerPoint • Excellent

planning and organizational skills • Superb

diplomatic skills • International

and multicultural experience APPLICATIONS:

Submit a detailed copy of

updated curriculum vitae (duties inclusive), references and scanned copies of notarized

academic or professional certifications. Applications should be addressed to: The Principal Secretary, Ministry

of Health; 7th Floor Dlan'ubeka Building, Mbabane. Postal address: The Principal Secretary,

Ministry of Health P.O. Box 5; Mbabane, Swaziland. Electronic

applications should be sent to Project Coordinator; shongweskoshman@yahoo.com

copy to georgegunde@yahoo.co.uk and kenannie1959@gmail.com no

later than 7thSeptember, 2015. All applications will be

acknowledged but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Contacts:

(00268) 24048840; (00268) 24042557;( 00268)24043936