Purpose:
UNICEF, the world’s leading organization working for the rights of children, seeks a consultant for Medical Device and Diagnostics Innovation Coordinator.
UNICEF, the world’s leading organization working for the rights of children, seeks a consultant for Medical Device and Diagnostics Innovation Coordinator.
For more information, see the attached TERMS OF REFERENCE.
QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:
EDUCATION: Advanced educational background in product development or in engineering, preferably in the health care area. WORK EXPERIENCE: Minimum 5 years of experience in relevant area. Experience on technical product development, innovation for limited resource settings an asset. Previous experience with International NGOs, UN Agencies and/or other Innovators is added value.
COMPETENCIES:
- Current knowledge of the latest developments and technology in the field of work- Previous experience with development of Target Product Profiles and/or technical specifications.- Ability to conceptualize ideas and produce clear and comprehensive reports- Ability to work in a multicultural environment - Able to work independently- Computer skills, including internet navigation and various office applications
- Current knowledge of the latest developments and technology in the field of work- Previous experience with development of Target Product Profiles and/or technical specifications.- Ability to conceptualize ideas and produce clear and comprehensive reports- Ability to work in a multicultural environment - Able to work independently- Computer skills, including internet navigation and various office applications
LANGUAGES: Fluency in English is required.
APPLICATION:Please send detailed CV/resume, cover letter and completed United Nations Personal History Form (P11) in English, quoting “ Medical Device and Diagnostics Innovation Coordinator” toepaduch@unicef.org
Further queries can be directed to epaduch@unicef.org
The UN Personal History Form (P11) can be found in the “Forms” box on the following web address:www.unicef.org/supply/index_employment.html
Applications for this position must be received by Friday 29, Nov 2013.
Visit us at www.unicef.org/supply
Please note that only candidates who are under serious consideration will be contacted.
In the selection of its staff, UNICEF is committed to gender balance and diversity without distinction as to race, sex or religion, and without discrimination of persons with disabilities: well qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
In the selection of its staff, UNICEF is committed to gender balance and diversity without distinction as to race, sex or religion, and without discrimination of persons with disabilities: well qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
