Technical Analyst – Health Systems[Open to Tier 0, 1 & 2 applicants] at UNDP

Bangkok, , Thailand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Public health, Health policy, Health economics, Project management, Monitoring and evaluation, Research methodology, Data analysis, Policy development, Strategic planning, Knowledge management, Technical reporting, Partnership building, Health systems strengthening, Communicable diseases, Digital health

Industry

International Affairs

Description

Tiered Approach In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby: * Tier 0: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026. * Tier 1: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments * Tier 2: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers * Tier 3 or no tier indicated: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply. Background UNDP is the leading United Nations organization fighting to end the injustice of poverty, inequality, and climate change. Working with our broad network of experts and partners in 170 countries, UNDP helps nations to build integrated, lasting solutions for people and planet. The work of UNDP in HIV and Health is guided by the UNDP’s Strategic Plan (2022-2025) [https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q&esrc=s&source=web&cd&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwiGz_Hhv-v_AhVqMVkFHexECrwQFnoECBsQAQ&url=https%3A%2F%2Fstrategicplan.undp.org%2F&usg=AOvVaw22w_Ma7TMp6XG1z_lOE0Vn&opi=89978449] and the HIV and Health Strategy (2022-2025) [https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q&esrc=s&source=web&cd&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwjstvLuv-v_AhU2LVkFHWbAB2kQFnoECAEQAQ&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.undp.org%2Fpublications%2Fconnecting-dots-towards-more-equitable-healthier-and-sustainable-future-undp-hiv-and-health-strategy-2022-2025&usg=AOvVaw1q6VjtpWcZBEuJtnyozaIi&opi=89978449]. UNDP is a founding co-sponsor of the Joint UN Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS). Under the UNAIDS [https://www.unaids.org/en/resources/documents/2019/UNAIDS-Division-of-Labour] division of labour, [https://www.unaids.org/en/resources/documents/2019/UNAIDS-Division-of-Labour] UNDP convenes work on law and policy reform support, support to key populations most at risk of HIV: men who have sex with men, sex workers, transgender people, people who use drugs, and people in prisons and other closed settings. UNDP works closely with Member States, communities, and other UNAIDS co-sponsors to advance the rights of key populations and ensure that HIV prevention, treatment, care, and support services, as well as access to justice and human rights, are delivered in ways that leave no one behind. UNDP is an implementing partner of the Global Fund to fight AIDS, TB, and malaria and a principal recipient of Global Fund grant in over 20 countries, collaborating closely with all stakeholders on HIV services to key populations. UNDP co-convenes the Interagency Working Group on Key Populations, supports the work of the Global Partnership for Action to Eliminate All Forms of HIV Stigma and Discrimination, the Global Prevention Coalition and supports the UN's Human Rights Reference Group in the context of law and policy reform and key populations. The Access and Delivery Partnership project The majority of deaths caused by infectious disease are of poor people living in LMICs with many occurring in children under five. HIV, malaria, tuberculosis (TB) and other epidemics continue to devastate communities throughout the developing world. The prevalence of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), endemic in 149 countries, also remains high. As part of its work on accelerating progress on the SDGs, UNDP is committed to working with partners to achieve the health-related SDGs specifically aimed to address the sector gap in research and development (R&D) funding for new global health technologies through our partnership with the Global Health Innovative Technology (GHIT) Fund. The introduction of new health technologies (broadly defined as medicines, vaccines and diagnostic tools) can place a weighty burden on existing health systems. These burdens may include new requirements within the regulatory system, for supply and distribution, as well as for health personnel training. The Access and Delivery Partnership (ADP) supports LMICs enhance their capacity to access, introduce and deliver new health technologies for TB, malaria and NTDs. ADP focuses on strengthening the capacity of stakeholders in LMICs to facilitate the development of the systems and processes required to effectively access new health technologies and introduce them to the patients in need. Led and coordinated by UNDP, ADP is a unique collaboration among UNDP, WHO, the Special Programme for Research and Training in Tropical Diseases at the World Health Organization (TDR) and PATH. Working together, the ADP partners leverage the expertise within each organization to provide the full range of technical skills necessary to strengthen capacity in LMICs. Duties and Responsibilities The position will be home-based. The Technical Officer will report to the Programme Manager, Access and Delivery Partnership, BPPS (P4). Under the overall guidance and supervision of Programme Specialist, HIV and Health Group, UNDP Bangkok Regional Hub, the incumbent will support M&E, research and programme planning to facilitate effective implementation of the ADP project. The incumbent is expected to produce the following deliverables: Research and knowledge management * Contribute to the conceptualization, design and data analysis of a range of qualitative and quantitative research methods that include Health technology assessment, Implementation research, Programme evaluation, Economic evaluation and Health policy and systems research. * Work with ADP partners on coordinating and managing research studies to ensure effective implementation of activities and timely delivery of outputs. * Document and disseminate key research findings, methodologies and good practices on critical policy and technical issues and facilitate knowledge sharing through the development of technical reports, guidelines and other knowledge products. * Compile, analyse and visualize data across multiple health and development dimensions to identify trends and generate technical insights that can improve programme planning. Ensure monitoring and reporting * Lead the development of the Theory of Change and M&E framework for the next phase of ADP, including the development of measurable performance indicators and targets, data collection tools, and analytical methodologies, for accurate monitoring of programme delivery and to strengthen performance accountability of ADP. * Work with ADP project team and implementing partners to conduct accurate data collection and analysis of project implementation, to inform improvements in efficiency and quality of programme delivery. * Lead the preparation of substantive reporting for senior management, project board, partners, donors and other stakeholders, and synthesize this information into progress reports, presentations, briefing notes and other communication materials products as required. Provision of technical and programmatic advisory support * Provide technical and advisory support to ADP on key thematic areas, including communicable diseases, health system strengthening, nexus of climate-environment-health, and digital health. * Guide the strategic and work planning process of the ADP project, to ensure effectiveness, relevance and sustainability of interventions. * Support to country offices, project focal points and implementing partners on implementing and managing research activities and the M&E process for ADP, and to identify and address necessary programme adjustment. The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. Competencies Core competencies * Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline * Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements * Learn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback * Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible * Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident * Engage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships * Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination Cross-Functional & Technical competencies Business direction and strategy * Strategic Thinking: Develop effective strategies and prioritised plans in line with UNDP’s mission and objectives, based on the systemic analysis of challenges, opportunities and potential risks; link the general vision to reality on the ground to create tangible targeted solutions; learn from a variety of sources to anticipate and effectively respond to both current and future trends; demonstrate foresight. Business development * Knowledge Generation: Ability to research information and to turn it into useful knowledge, relevant for context, or responsive to a stated need. Ability to apply existing concepts to new situations, and to develop new concepts to generate workable solutions and new approaches. Knowledge of relevant concepts, conceptual models, and theories that can be useful in addressing new situations. Business management * Project Management: Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and control resources, procedures and protocols to achieve specific goals 2030 Agenda: People * Health: Promoting Effective and Inclusive Governance for HIV and Health 2030 Agenda: People * Health : Sustainable financing for HIV and health Business Direction & Strategy * Systems Thinking: Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system Required Skills and Experience Education: * Advanced University degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Public Health, Health Sciences, Health Policy, Health Economics, Development Studies or related fields is required, or * A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the areas mentioned above in combination with additional 2 years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of Master´s degree. Experience: * Minimum 2 years (with master’s degree) or 4 years (with bachelor’s Degree) of professional experience in strengthening access and delivery of new health technologies, programme management and policy development. Required skills: * Extensive experience in strengthening partnerships across national, regional, and global levels * Experience in project coordination. Desired skills: * At least 2 years of practical experience in engagement with government stakeholders at the country and regional level, particularly in the Africa region * At least 2 years of practical experience in knowledge of project cycle management (situation/context analysis, conceptual models, theories of change, monitoring and evaluation and exit). * At least 2 years of practical experience in designing or using the M&E system that includes hierarchical indicators, reporting and analytical skills, and communicating key findings to different audiences. Required Language * Fluency in English is required. Equal opportunity As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all. Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles. Right to select multiple candidates UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements. Use of AI by candidates Applicants are invited to read UNDP’s guidance for candidates on using AI responsibly in UNDP recruitment and selection [https://www.undp.org/careers/using-ai-responsibly-undp-recruitment-and-selection] Scam alert UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process. For further information, please see www.undp.org/scam-alert. “#LI-DNI”

Responsibilities

The Technical Analyst will support research, monitoring, and evaluation activities to facilitate the effective implementation of the Access and Delivery Partnership project. They will also provide technical advisory support on thematic areas such as health system strengthening, communicable diseases, and digital health.