Consultant-Tobacco Free Initiative
BACKGROUND
The Tobacco Free Initiative (TFI) programme, Division of Healthy Environments and Populations, WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific is mandated to support Member States to accelerate full implementation of the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) and MPOWER measures, as well as the Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products and the Regional Action Plan for Tobacco Control in the Western Pacific (2020-2030), in order to reduce tobacco use and protect people from second-hand smoke exposure, thereby preventing and mitigating tobacco-related disease and premature death. Emphasis is placed on sustainable programmes for tobacco control and addressing the new challenges raised by emerging tobacco and nicotine products.
PURPOSE/SPECIFIC OBJECTIVE OF THE ACTIVITY
To support sustainable implementation of the Regional Action Plan for Tobacco Control in the Western Pacific 2020-2030.
DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITIES TO BE CARRIED OUT
Under the supervision of the Coordinator-TFI and the Director, DHP, the consultant will perform the following functions:
Output 1: Technical assistance materials and tools to support strengthening tobacco cessation in the Western Pacific region.
Deliverable 1.1: A tobacco cessation situational analysis report drafted for at least 2 countries through collaboration with the WHO country offices.
Deliverable 1.2: Tobacco cessation intake and follow-up monitoring template tool (paper-based and adaptable for electronic format) drafted.
Output 2: Technical assistance materials and tools to support the regulation of ENDS/ENNDS in the Western Pacific region
Deliverable 2.1: Set of materials/tools to build capacity for the regulation of electronic nicotine and non-nicotine delivery systems such as training materials about on the health harms of ENDS/ENNDS use (including on exposure to their emissions), their addictive potential and attractiveness, their contents (including various forms of nicotine) based on the guidance of WHO and the WHO Tobacco Laboratory Network) in a manner that is understandable and easily adaptable for policy-making and advocacy
Deliverable 2.2: Compilation in the form of a briefing or report on the latest research, science and policy impact analysis of ENDS/ENNDS regulation
Deliverable 2.3: Write up of at least 3 case studies about experiences with ENDS/ENNDS regulation in the Western Pacific region
Output 3: Technical assistance to support the strengthened enforcement of smoke-/aerosol emissions-free laws in the Western Pacific region
Deliverable 3.1: Summary report of situational analysis and assessment of challenges with smoke/aerosol emissions-free drafted for at least 3 countries in the Western Pacific region.
Deliverable 3.2: Write up of at least 3 case studies about good practices and gaps relating to smoke-free enforcement in the Western Pacific region
Deliverable 3.3: Materials and tools to support strategic response to smoke-free implementation challenges drafted
METHODS TO CARRY OUT THE ACTIVITY
- • Desk review
- • Technical writing
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION
Essential: University degree in public health or social sciences.
Desirable: Postgraduate degree in public health or its equivalent training/experience
EXPERIENCE
Essential: Minimum five years of experience in tobacco control
Desirable: Experience research, academia, civil society or government employment in tobacco control
TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
Ability to undertake desk-based research and work harmoniously as a member of a team
LANGUAGES
Written and spoken fluency in English is essential.
COMPETENCIES
- Communicating in a credible and effective way
- Producing results
- Knowing and managing yourself
- Fostering integration and teamwork
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Place of assignment
Remote
Duration of contract
04 April 2022 to 30 November 2022
APPLICATIONS
Qualified and interested specialists should submit their CV {for individual contractors} and Expression of Interest {cover letter} to the Supply Officer through WP RO UNGM at < wproungm@who.int > by 07 March 2022.
The cover letter should outline how their experience and qualifications make them a suitable candidate for this position and should include their proposed daily consultancy fee and availability.
Please use Tender Notice No. 166942 as subject to all submission. Only successful candidates will be contacted.