National Professional Officer

**Grade**: NO-A

**Contractual Arrangement**: Fixed-term appointment

**Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days)**: Two years

**Job Posting**: Nov 19, 2024, 1:16:57 AM

**Closing Date**: Dec 3, 2024, 4:59:00 PM

**Primary Location**: India-New Delhi

**Organization**: SE_IND WR Office, India

**Schedule**: Full-time

**OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME**:
WHO India Country Office collaborates with the Government of India and relevant stakeholders within the framework of the collaborative Country Cooperation Strategy (CCS), to actively support the development and implementation of national health policies, strategies and plans aiming at promoting access to and utilization of affordable and quality health services and improving the financial protection against health-related risks. The Country Office contributes to providing technical support in developing national policies, strategies and activities in the area of health systems strengthening including, (i) advocating for Universal Health Coverage and building up national capacity in UHC-related matters; (ii) facilitating the adoption of the evidence-based public health interventions as well as appropriate reforms/changes with a view to promote equity and accelerate the movement towards universal health coverage. Underlying Values and Core Functions of WHO: All the Member States of WHO South-East Asia Region share the common value of the highest attainable standard of health as a fundamental human right. All of WHO actions are based on this and rooted in the underlying values of equity, solidarity and participation. WHO's Thirteenth General Programme of Work (2019-2025) is structured around three interconnected strategic priorities to ensure healthy lives and well-being for all at all ages: achieving universal health coverage, addressing health emergencies and promoting healthier populations. WHO's mandate revolves around six (6) core functions: (i) providing leadership on global health matters; (ii) shaping the health research agenda; (iii) setting norms and standards; (iv) articulating evidence-based policy options; (v) providing technical support to countries; and (vi) monitoring and assessing health trends. The South-East Asia Region (SEAR) of WHO is made up of 11 countries, with over 1.9 billion people, with India's population of 1.4 billion. All the Member States of WHO/SEAR (Bangladesh, Bhutan, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, India, Indonesia, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Timor-Leste) share the common value of the highest attainable standard of health as a fundamental human right. All of WHO actions are based on this and rooted in the underlying values of equity, solidarity and participation. WHO's mandate revolves around six (6) leadership priorities specifying (i) advancing universal health coverage; (ii) health related sustainable development goals; (iii) addressing the challenge of non-communicable diseases and mental health, violence and injuries and disabilities; (iv) implementing the provisions of the International Health Regulations (2005); (v) increasing access to quality, safe, efficacious and affordable medical products (vi) addressing the social, economic and environmental determinants of health. Mission of the WHO Country Office for India: Within the framework of WHO's Country Cooperation Strategy, the mission of the WHO Country Office is to support India in: (i) developing and sustaining its own health policies, health systems and public health programmes; (ii) working to prevent and overcome threats to health; (iii) anticipating future challenges; and (iv) advocating public health.

**DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES**:
Under the overall guidance of the Administrative Officer, and the direct supervision of the National Professional Officer (Administrative Services), the incumbent will be required to perform the following responsibilities:

- Plan and organize the work of the Procurement unit through identifying priorities, allocating tasks; evaluate performance of staff and ensure their strict adherence to procedures.
- Monitor the preparation and issuance of Invitation to Bid (ITB), Request for Quotation (RFQ) and Request for Proposal (RFP) to qualified suppliers. Review offers and provide inputs on contract awards, in compliance with the WHO standards, policies and procedures.
- Work closely with the Regional Office and Global Service Center (GSC) / HQ Procurement Teams to follow up on shipments & provide updates on delivery status/delays; resolve any outstanding issues.
- Oversees adherence to procuring goods and services, within the approved workplans, as per the threshold limits on contractual agreements, recommends amendments and extensions of contracts, and advises concerned parties on contractual rights and obligations.
- Perform market research to establish pre-qualified suppliers for routine goods and services and establish Long Term Agreements with suppliers to ensure Best Value for Money; review suppliers' perform