.Job Description - Technical Officer, Economics of Tobacco Control (2409929)Grade: P3Contractual Arrangement: Temporary appointment under Staff Rule 420.4Contract Duration: 11 months, with possibility of extension up to 24 months, subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance.Job PostingClosing Date:Jan 6, 2025, 10:59:00 PMPrimary Location:Organization:Non communicable Diseases and Mental HealthSchedule:Full-timeIMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.OBJECTIVE OF THE OFFICE/DEPARTMENTThis requisition is for employment at the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)/Regional Office of the World Health Organization (WHO). The Department of Noncommunicable Diseases and Mental Health (NMH) is responsible for promoting, coordinating, and implementing technical cooperation activities related to the prevention, control, and surveillance of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and mental, neurological and substance abuse disorders.DESCRIPTION OF DUTIESUnder the general supervision of the Director, NMH, and the direct supervision of the Unit Chief, Risk Factors and Nutrition (NMH/RF), the incumbent will be responsible for the following assigned duties:Lead and coordinate technical assistance on tobacco taxes and related economic of tobacco control topics.Provide country-tailored technical assistance for the development of evidence-based resources concerning excise tobacco taxes.Develop and execute capacity-building activities and technical missions for health and finance officials.Guide and conduct research translation and knowledge transfer actions related to tobacco taxes.Coordinate and maintain monitoring of excise taxes on tobacco products in the Region of the Americas.Systematize lessons learned on tobacco taxes monitoring applicable to other products.Collaborate with RF team members in operational planning and evaluation of strategies.Participate in relevant working groups, meetings, and fora; compile reports and analyses.Conduct research on technical areas as directed.Perform other related duties as assigned.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEducation:Essential: A bachelor's degree in economics or social science from a recognized university.Desirable: A master's degree in economics, public policy, or a related field.Experience:Essential: Seven years of combined national and international experience in health economics, public policy, or socio-economic development.Desirable: Experience in public health projects at the international level, particularly in Latin America and the Caribbean.Languages:Very good knowledge of Spanish or English with working knowledge of the other language.IT Skills:Ability to effectively use current technology and software.REMUNERATIONMonthly Salary: $5,343.42 (Net of taxes)Post Adjustment: $3,328