Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the position of International Relations Officer (GMG/SEG 1) (Band 7) – vacant, in the Technical Service Division of the Ministry of Health & Wellness, with salary at the rate of $3,094,839 – $4,162,214 per annum.
JOB PURPOSE
Under the supervision of the Policy Director, International Health, the International Relations Officer is responsible for fostering relations with local, regional and international organization on matter impacting health globally.
KEY OUTPUT
- Health position adopted at multilateral meeting that support Jamaica’s interests;
- Briefing notes, speeches, statements and meeting package prepared;
- Reports on meeting, workshops and seminars attended prepared;
- Status Reports on Bilateral Agreements and Jamaica’s implementation of International Treaty Obligations prepared;
- Database on Jamaica’s signature and/or accession to international Health treaties and Convention maintained;
- Health topic researched and presentations/paper prepared;
- Meeting and diplomatic events organized.
Key responsibility areas
Management/Administrative Responsibilities
- Maintains regular dialogue with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, its Embassies, Consulates, High Commissions and Permanent Missions on developments at the national, regional and international levels that impact health;
- Maintains and strengthens relations with the Ministry’s international partners (UN agencies, WHO, PAHO etc) by way of continuous and progressive dialogues on all matter relating to health;
- Communicates with the relevant officers internally and externally to obtain briefing materials for high level delegations to local/regional/international meetings and conferences
- Prepares reports on the outcome of meetings, workshops and seminars attended which include recommendations for follow-up action on issues or opportunities that would advance the Ministry’s/Jamaica’s interests.
- Monitors database with information on bilateral agreements signed Jamaica’s accession to International Treaties and Conventions on health and matters of public health significance
- Organize briefing sessions for high level delegations to regional/international health meetings, i.e: World Health Assembly, PAHO Directing Council Meeting etc.
- Coordinates handover ceremonies and courtesy visits from members of the diplomatic Community.
- Represents the Ministry at local and overseas meetings, workshops and seminars, articulating the Ministry’s position, as instructed.
- Prepares official correspondences to PAHO/WHO and other international organizations, as is necessary.
- Assists with coordinating donations to the health sector and other humanitarian support from bilateral partners, international organizations in consultation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade and other stakeholders.
- Assists with supervising University interns and other members of the team.
- Performs other related functions assigned from time to time by the policy Director, International Health
Minimum Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations, Communication, International Law or other related field.
- At least three (3) year’s related experience
- Knowledge of the public health sector and government policies.
- Proficiency in Foreign Language would be an asset
Applications with résumés are to be submitted no later than Wednesday, July 5, 2023 to: Senior Director
Human Resource Management & Development
Ministry of Health & Wellness
10A Chelsea Avenue
Kingston 10
The Ministry of Health & Wellness thanks all applicants for their interest; however, please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.