Bundibugyo Virus Disease (BVD) Preparedness Officer – UN Volunteer at World Health Organization (WHO), Zanzibar July 2026

Bundibugyo Virus Disease (BVD) Preparedness Officer – UN Volunteer Organization:United Nations Volunteers (UNV) / World Health Organization (WHO)Duty Station:Zanzibar, TanzaniaType:Full-time Volunteer Assignment About WHO Founded in 1948, theWorld Health Organization (WHO)is the United Nations agency responsible for promoting health, protecting populations from health emergencies, and supporting countries to achieve the highest possible standard of health. WHO works with governments, partners, and communities to strengthen health systems, respond to emergencies, and protect vulnerable populations. Background and Context The ongoingBundibugyo Virus Disease (BVD)outbreak in neighbouring countries presents a risk of cross-border transmission into the United Republic of Tanzania. Zanzibar faces increased vulnerability due to: International airport operations Seaports High population mobility Cross-border movement WHO is supporting theMinistry of Health Zanzibarto strengthen preparedness efforts through: Disease surveillance Laboratory readiness Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Case management Logistics support Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE) Points of Entry (PoE) preparedness Continuity of Essential Health Services (CEHS) Emergency coordination Rapid response mechanisms The UN Volunteer will provide technical and operational support to strengthen preparedness planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and capacity building. Position Purpose Under the supervision of theWHO Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) Team Leadand theWHO Liaison Officer for Zanzibar, the UN Volunteer will support implementation of BVD preparedness activities and strengthen operational readiness of the Ministry of Health. Key Responsibilities 1. Preparedness Planning and Implementation The UN Volunteer will: Support implementation of the BVD preparedness workplan. Assist in organizing preparedness activities at national and district levels. Support implementation of preparedness interventions across technical areas. Follow up on agreed preparedness actions and ensure progress tracking. 2. Technical Support Provide support in implementing preparedness activities related to: Laboratory preparedness Logistics and supply management Points of Entry (PoE) Additional responsibilities include: Supporting preparedness activities in high-risk districts and entry points. Participating in field missions and supportive supervision visits. Supporting simulation exercises, emergency drills, and preparedness reviews. 3. Monitoring and Documentation Responsibilities include: Maintaining preparedness activity trackers. Updating preparedness monitoring tools and dashboards. Monitoring progress against preparedness plans. Documenting:Lessons learnedBest practicesImplementation experiences Lessons learned Best practices Implementation experiences 4. Information Management and Reporting Prepare weekly preparedness updates. Draft mission reports and technical reports. Support preparation of Situation Reports (SitReps). Assist in compiling monthly preparedness progress reports. Support accurate documentation of emergency response activities. 5. Capacity Building Support Support training and capacity development activities by: Organizing training workshops and orientations. Assisting in preparation of training materials. Providing technical and logistical support during:Training sessionsSimulation exercisesPreparedness activities Training sessions Simulation exercises Preparedness activities 6. Partner Coordination Support The role will support coordination activities by: Organizing technical meetings. Preparing meeting minutes. Developing action matrices. Following up on implementation of agreed actions. 7. Other Duties Support preparedness activities for other public health emergencies when required. Perform additional duties assigned by:WHO RepresentativeWHO Health Emergencies (WHE) Team Lead WHO Representative WHO Health Emergencies (WHE) Team Lead Expected Results / Deliverables By the end of the assignment, the UN Volunteer is expected to contribute to: Timely implementation of BVD preparedness activities in Zanzibar. Updated preparedness monitoring tools, dashboards, and action trackers. Production of weekly preparedness updates and monthly progress reports. Technical support for:Preparedness assessmentsField supervision missionsSimulation exercises Preparedness assessments Field supervision missions Successful support of training workshops and preparedness meetings. Timely preparation of:Mission reportsMeeting reportsSituation Reports Mission reports Meeting reports Situation Reports Improved documentation of preparedness activities and lessons learned. Strengthened preparedness capacity of Ministry of Health staff through technical support and mentoring. How to Apply Interested candidates should submit their application through the officialUnited Nations Volunteers (UNV)platform. CLICK HERE TO APPLY