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IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.  PURPOSE OF POSITIONTo provide leadership, technical orientation and support to Member States of the WHO African Region based on the resolutions and recommendations of the Governing Bodies as well as the Transformation Agenda of the Regional Office regarding prevention, prediction, early detection, early warning, rapid and effective response, and recovery activities to public health effects of emergencies and disasters including disease outbreaks, using an all-hazardapproach. OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME To provide leadership, technical orientation and support to Member States of the WHO African Region based on the resolutions and recommendations of the Governing Bodies. In addition, the program contributes to the Transformation Agenda of the Regional Office regarding prevention, prediction. early detection, early warning, rapid effective response, and recovery acfivities to public health Sensitivity: Internal & Restricted Position Description - Professional Classified version of Position Description as at: 23-FEB-2021 2 effects of emergencies and disasters including disease outbreaks, using an all-hazard approach. WHO EPR Programme Budget, Preparedness, Surveillance Response focuses on strengthening institutional, international and country capacities in prevention, preparedness, response and recovery capabilities for all types of hazards, and emergencies which nose a threat to human health. The capacities needed for health security and in public health emergencies include those identified in the International Health Regulations (2005) (emerging or re-emerging human and monotic diseases with the potential to cause outbreaks, epidemics or pandemics, food-safety incidents, chemical and radio nuclear incidents, and and microbial drug resistance), as well as hazard-specific capacities related to other natural hazards. The category also encompasses ensuring rapid, effecfive and predictable response operations in and protracted emergencies arising from any harm with health consequences. ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXTUnder the guidance of WHO Representative the EPR Team Lead has extensive contacts with all technical and managerial clusters/units in the country office. The WR provides broad policy objectives; assignments originate from the work plan and the incumbent exercises high level of independence in defining work priorities and methods to achieve the set objectives. Additional guidance will be provided by the Director EPR who is also expected to use judgement in interpreting them. The incumbent may deviate or adapt them to usual circumstances and may establish new methods of work or guidelines in consultation with the WR. The incumbent liaises with other programs/teams within the country once, across the organization and partners for coordinating the implementation of the WHE planned activities, ensuring alignment of pumoses between HQ and the AFRO on matters related to WHE. SUMMARY OF ASSIGNED TASKSUnder the overall guidance of the WHO Representative/Mozambique, and in close coordination with the technical team in the regional office, the EPR team lead will be responsible for the following:1-Health Security Planning and Coordination- Supports the Ministry of Health in identifing and maintaining a compreehensive list of health sector stakeholders including national health authorities, relevant national and-International organizations and civil society in the context of health security emergency preparedness and response;2- Preparedness and Emergency Management and Response Systems Assesses and supports capacity building for prediction, timely detection, early warning, and effective preparedness, investigation and response to outbreaks and health emergencies in line With IDSR, IHR and ERF;3- Provides support to the country to develop plans for integrated approaches for readiness and response to major epidemic prone diseases and public health emergencies ;4- Assesses and map existing and emerging health risks in the country and prepare a national risk profile based on a risk assessment/profiling exercise;5- Advises the Ministry of Health (MOH) on the establishing/strengthening of an incident Management System/Emergency Operation Center (IMS/EOC) for key functional areas (including technical operations, logistics, data management, planning and administration);6- Supports the regular testing of the health emergency response system through functional exercises at the national and local levels. including linkages with national and sub national disaster management authority; 7- Strengthens procedures for requesting and receiving bilateral, regional and international assistance for emergency response;8- Supports ongoing development and strengthening of existing relationships with Government and other partners with regards to emergency risk management ;9- Supports the implementation of ERF and after-event reviews for emergencies.10- Planning and Financing- develops a detailed task-based work plan and budget for implementation of priority activities identified in the National Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan ;11- Develops a detailed country budget for preparedness and response, including mechanisms in place that allow financial resources to be available for rapid response at all levels, as well as accessible contingency funds for immediate response to health emergencies, including outbreaks at national and sub-national levels;12- Ensures procedures, plans or strategies are in place, implemented and reviewed to reallocate or mobilize resources from national and sub-national levels to support action;13- At community/primary response level; In coordination with EOC, MoH and other stakeholders prioritize, prepare, consolidate and submit projects and proposals for health emergency management, including preparedness and response;14- Performs all other related tasks as assigned by the supervisor. In coordination with EOC, MOH and other stakeholders prioritize, prepare, consolidate and submit projects and proposals for health emergency management. WHO COMPETENCIES 1)    Teamwork2)    Communication3)    Producing results4)    Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences5)    Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond COMPETENCIES (MANAGEMENT)Creating an empowering and motivating environment FUNCTIONAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Excellent organizational and analytical skills with the ability to coordinate activities and multitask.Strong Programme Managment Skills Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to negotiate with convince omcials with tact and diplomacy.Ability to write in a clear and concise manner, and to present factual information. EDUCATION (QUALIFICATIONS)Essential:   Advanced university Degree in Medicine or related field with a Post-Graduate Degree in Public Health/Outbreak and Emergency Management/Humanitarian Relief/Epidemiology or related field. Desirable:       Doctorate in Health Sciences or related field. EXPERIENCEEssential:At least seven (07) years of relevant progressive experience in outbreak or emergency response or management or strengthening country capacities for responding health emergencies. Working experience on outbreak or health emergencies in Africa,At least 5 years of field experience of WHO the UN System or NGO in the field of emergency preparedness and outbreak response operationsDesirable:·         Proven experience in conducting and managing exercise and simulations.·         Proven experience in multisectorial coordination.·         Experience working with bilateral or multilateral organizations or WHO/ UN would be an asset          Experience in coordination of different programs at supervisory level. LANGUAGESEssential:Excellent knowledge of French or English with at least working knowledge of English.Intermediate knowledge of Portuguese or Spanish or Italian.    Desirable:Working Knowledge of Portuguese Other qualificationsComputer skills - Proficiency in MS-Office software applications (MS Excel and Power Point). ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONThis vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade levelOnly candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.The WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics. The WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion  are strongly encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be sent through an email to reasonableaccommodation@who.intAn impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Candidates appointed to an international post with WHO are subject to mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world.WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at shws@who.int.WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.*For WHO General Service staff who do not meet the minimum educational qualifications, please see e-Manual III.4.1, para 220.In case the website does not display properly, please retry by: (i) checking that you have the latest version of the browser installed (Chrome, Edge or Firefox); (ii) clearing your browser history and opening the site in a new browser (not a new tab within the same browser); or (iii) retry accessing the website using Mozilla Firefox browser or using another device. 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IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.  Purpose of the Post:The purpose of the post is to coordinate and lead, under the overall guidance of the WHO Representative, WHO's work in Mozambique in the area of Health Promotion, Disease Prevention and Control (DPC), including environmental health. Objectives of the Programme and of the immediate unit or field activity (Overview of the programme):WHO's work in Mozambique on disease prevention and control aims to reduce the burden of communicable and noncommunicable diseases through universal access to prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, strengthening surveillance, improving data quality, and promoting equity-driven, integrated approaches addressing social and environmental determinants of health and emerging health threats. Organizational Context:The incumbent will lead and manage all aspects of the communicable and noncommunicable disease prevention and control programme, including health promotion and environmental health, in the country, while maintaining a multisectoral overview, and will ensure the availability of technical expertise to advise the government on integrated programmes and initiatives to strengthen the country's capacity building in investigation, surveillance and control. The incumbent will promote and strengthen programme activities within an assigned area of responsibility, consult with national counterparts on programme needs and perform related managerial tasks as required. This contributes to WHO's country cooperation strategy in health promotion, communicable and noncommunicable disease prevention and control, and environmental health. Summary of Assigned Duties:The incumbent will perform all or part of the following, and other related responsibilities as required by the needs of the office.Work under the direct supervision of the head of the WHO country office.Establish innovative action plans for high-risk groups and environments, and the inclusion of disease prevention and control interventions across the life course and continuum of care and addressing environmental health and climate change.Advise on and ensure the adoption of norms, standards, guidelines and tools to support the implementation of disease control projects.Manage the operational aspects of related operational research, surveillance, epidemiology and health surveys.Guide or facilitate the implementation of projects for the control of the respective diseases, including the procurement of safe, efficacious, and affordable medicines and technologies. Guide the documenting and dissemination of best practices and partners' experiences.Analyse and evaluate a diverse range of data and information related to communicable diseases and outbreaks; identify disease sources and provide recommendations and reports on the appropriate response to identified risks, and the implementation of preventative and control measures.Monitor the national burden of communicable and noncommunicable diseases or factors, especially through health information systems and health research activities. Oversee the development or enhancement of existing information systems on communicable and noncommunicable diseases and the monitoring of progress towards universal health coverage.Act as a technical advisor to the public concerning communicable diseases (with a special focus on vaccine-preventable diseases) in the country; and establish new community outreach activities concerning the prevention, control, diagnosis, and treatment of communicable and noncommunicable diseases.Advocate, build and strengthen partnerships and networks to enhance multi-sectoral collaboration and mobilize resources to address integrated, communicable and noncommunicable disease prevention and control.Act as coordinator of the DPC Cluster, grouping the following areas of work: HTH, TVD, NCD,VPD,CHE, HP/FCTC COMPETENCIES:TeamworkCommunicationProducing ResultsCreating an empowering and motivating environment FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLSIn-depth knowledge of transmissions, specialized methods of diagnosis, development and treatment of communicable diseases, including HIV infection and other communicable and noncommunicable diseases.Technical and programmatic knowledge of the prevention and control of a range of communicable and/or noncommunicable diseases, particularly vaccine-preventable diseases.Expertise to strategically plan, coordinate, and support the implementation of health programme interventions – practical experience managing national immunization programmes (NIP) would be an assetWorking knowledge of district hospital care, Universal health coverage, in-service and pre-service training, essential noncommunicable disease drugs, primary health care delivery systems, including NIPs.In-depth knowledge of country situation in communicable and noncommunicable diseases.In-depth knowledge of international best practice in the related disease control areas, ideally of WHO's policies, practices, guidelines and procedures, and ability to apply them in the country office setting.Excellent knowledge of health and safety regulations.Excellent analytical and organizational skills.Skills in developing and promoting collaborative multisectoral partnerships and mobilizing resources.Demonstrated ability to provide clear advice and guidance to multiple stakeholders and partners and to negotiate in the context of diverse views.Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams of people of diverse backgrounds and orientations EDUCATION Essential:An advanced university degree (master's level) in a relevant field (such as medicine, public health, epidemiology or statistics) Desirable:PhD in Public health or related medical field. Training or specialization in communicable diseases, vaccine preventable and/or noncommunicable diseases. EXPERIENCE Essential: A minimum of seven years of work experience relevant to the position (in communicable and noncommunicable diseases, focusing on disease investigation, surveillance, and control, as well as developing strategies and action plans for implementing capacity building and disease prevention programmes), with some of it obtained in an international work environment. Demonstrated professional experience providing technical advice and services to national counterparts, ministries of health, and other partners on communicable disease related issuesExperience in leading and managing teams of people of diverse backgrounds and orientations. Desirable:Relevant work experience, with WHO and/or United Nations agencies, health cluster partners, non governmental or humanitarian organizations. Some of the above-listed experience to have been obtained at an international level.Experience in managing vaccination programmes (EPI) at national or international levels LANGUAGESEssential:Expert knowledge of English or French (interchangeable), with at least working knowledge of EnglishWorking knowledge of Portuguese or Expert Knowledge of Spanish or Italian Desirable:Proficiency in a second UN/AFRO ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONThis vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade levelOnly candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.The WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics. The WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion  are strongly encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be sent through an email to reasonableaccommodation@who.intAn impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Candidates appointed to an international post with WHO are subject to mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world.WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at shws@who.int.WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.*For WHO General Service staff who do not meet the minimum educational qualifications, please see e-Manual III.4.1, para 220.In case the website does not display properly, please retry by: (i) checking that you have the latest version of the browser installed (Chrome, Edge or Firefox); (ii) clearing your browser history and opening the site in a new browser (not a new tab within the same browser); or (iii) retry accessing the website using Mozilla Firefox browser or using another device. Click this link for detailed guidance on completing job applications: Instructions for candidates How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility."Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting."

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.  OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMMEThe strategic objective of the reconfigured WHO Academy integrating Health Workforce, and Nursing programme is to ensure everyone has access to competent, motivated health and care workers enabled by investments in decent jobs and working conditions, high-quality, innovative, and sustainable learning systems, and supported by an empowered WHO workforce - accelerating progress toward equitable, resilient and gender-responsive health systems contributing to a healthier and fairer future for all. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIESGeneric duties: Lead the Department in providing strategic, technical, and operational leadership across health workforce development, including nursing and midwifery, and lifelong learning. Formulate and steer evidence-based global policies and strategies to strengthen national health workforce planning, education, regulation, and retention systems, ensuring that nurses and midwives are recognized and supported as critical enablers of Universal Health Coverage and health emergency preparedness and response.Provide overall leadership, management accountability, and direction to ensure delivery of the Department's objectives by managing and galvanizing a diverse workforce and financial resources. Scale competency-based education and digital learning innovations through the WHO Academy platform, strengthen accreditation standards, promote health worker certification models, and align learning pathways with national health goals. Ensure the effective functioning of learning systems and advance the Department's contribution to WHO's corporate digital transformation.Lead the articulation of a clear departmental vision in coherence with organizational strategy and ensure its operationalization through robust departmental performance management practices that drive measurable results and enhance overall organizational effectiveness.Provide senior level technical advice and expertise to Senior Management to position the Department and Organization as a leader in health workforce, including nursing and midwifery, and lifelong learning. Champion the global visibility and contribution of nursing and midwifery professions by leading normative work, professional advancement, regulation, and leadership capacity building.Direct and lead the establishment and development of evidence-based policies and strategies for roll out and delivery across Regional and Country Offices. Oversee monitoring, evaluation, and global reporting to ensure alignment with key performance indicators and Sustainable Development Goals. Coordinate global workforce intelligence and reporting mechanisms, including the State of the World's Health Workforce and Nursing reports.Oversee building and maintaining strong partnerships and fostering consensus with Member States, UN agencies, donors, academic institutions, and global initiatives such as the Global Health Workforce Network. Promote policy dialogue and stakeholder engagement across sectors to position the health workforce, including nursing and midwifery, as a central component of resilient health systems. Represent the Organization in global fora to advocate investment in workforce competencies and learning systems.Serve as a scientific and technical reference among UN Agencies and key stakeholders in the health workforce and nursing. Promote integration of Regional and Country Office perspectives and operational capacities into the Department's programmes. Manage a diverse multidisciplinary team, fostering a results-oriented, inclusive culture, and ensure efficient use of resources. Lead and coordinate resource mobilization efforts that are designed to strengthen WHO's presence and impact at regional and country levels, ensuring that newly secured resources are strategically aligned with field organization wide priorities, operational needs and budgets.Provide senior-level advice to WHO leadership supporting coherent implementation of health workforce and education priorities across the Organization.Perform all other related duties as assigned.Specific duties: Develop and implement innovative training programmes based at the WHO Academy with career long learning for health professionals, focusing on leadership, clinical skills, and public health.Collaborate with academic institutions and professional bodies to ensure the curriculum meets global standards and addresses emerging health challenges.Lead initiatives to integrate digital health solutions and e-learning platforms into the training programmes.Enhance the enablement of digital technology and AI in training programmes and the development of the Health Care Workforce to improve healthcare quality.Monitor and evaluate the impact of training programmes on health workforce performance and patient outcomes.Contribute to the raising of Voluntary Contributions for work that is directly related to the WHO's Core Mandates, the agreed strategic direction and focused areas of work.Coordinate with high-level representatives from the hosting country and supporting countries for WHO Academy and Health Workforce to ensure active engagement and continuous support. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEducationEssential: An advanced university degree (Masters level or above) in medicine, nursing, public health, health education, or a related field.Desirable: A PhD in one of the above-mentioned fields. Additional qualifications and experience in education and health workforce development. ExperienceEssential: A minimum of 15 years of professional experience in managing groups of health workers, including medical doctors, midwives, nurses and community health workers. Experience providing leadership, advice and guidance to Senior Management/Decision makers, managing human and financial resources, as well as experience in the area of developing and establishing policies and strategies. Demonstrated experience at the international level.Desirable: Experience in developing and implementing training programmes for health professionals.Experience in collaborating with academic institutions and professional bodies.Experience in integrating digital health solutions into educational programmes.Experience in developing guidance for health workforce management. SkillsAdvanced knowledge and provision of innovative educational methodologies and technologies.Strong skills in the area of developing and establishing polices and strategies.Excellent skills and ability in managing diverse teams and financial resources.Strong understanding and skills in mobilizing resources. Ability to engage, build consensus and communicate effectively and diplomatically with Member States, partners and media. Commitment to collaborate effectively with other key partners in WHO Academy and Health workforce professional and other Health Subject area.Globally respected level of technical expertise and knowledge in health workforce professionals, including nursing, development and training.Proven leadership skills in the planning and coordination of multidisciplinary public health programmes, which may include the implementation of public health/disease control programmes.In-depth expertise in health workforce planning, development and forecasting with a perspective on the enablement of innovative technologies in service delivery. WHO CompetenciesTeamworkRespecting and promoting individual and cultural differencesCommunicationEnsuring the effective use of resourcesDriving the Organization's Position in Health LeadershipCreating an empowering and motivating environment Use of Language SkillsEssential: Expert knowledge of English.Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of French. Intermediate knowledge of other UN language. REMUNERATIONWHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 128,422 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 5758 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children. ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONStaff members who have been separated as a result of the 2025 Prioritization and Realignment Process will be given special consideration. Special selection procedures may apply. This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level.Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and eManual.The Director-General retains the discretion to not make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description, including shortening the duration of the appointment.Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics.WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply.Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (modifications or adjustments to the application or recruitment process) to support their participation in the application and recruitment process. Please send an email to reasonableaccommodation@who.int with your full name, the vacancy number you are applying for, and specific details of the accommodation needed in your request.An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Candidates appointed to a fixed-term position in the International Professional category (Grades P1-D2) are eligible for Geographical Mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world.WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at shws@who.int.WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.In case the recruitment website does not display properly, please retry by: (i) checking that you have the latest version of the browser installed (Chrome, Edge or Firefox); (ii) clearing your browser history and opening the site in a new browser (not a new tab within the same browser); or (iii) retry accessing the website using Mozilla Firefox browser or using another device. Click this link for detailed guidance on completing job applications: Instructions for candidates How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility."Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting."

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.  OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMMEThe mission of the WHO Country Offices is to support the Governments and health authorities in strengthening health systems, addressing emergency and public health programmes, and supporting and promoting research for health.The incumbent has the responsibility for implementing compliance and risk management policies in the Country Offices. S/he will report directly to the WHO Head of Country Office with technical support from the Regional Compliance Office and Headquarters Compliance focal points. He/She will collaborate with therelevant Country Office managers including at sub-national level, and the local Compliance and Risk Management Committee on a diverse array of risk and compliance related subjects. The incumbent will coordinate with a broad range of officials across the three levels of the organization to ensure effective, efficient, and consistent risk management and compliance initiatives as well as with internal and external auditors on compliance related activities. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIESRisk managementsupportServe as the Country Office focalpoint for risk management and compliance initiatives (such as the risk registerand the internal control self-assessment checklist), to coordinate their implementation in the country office and support the senior management in the preparation of feedback to AFRO/HQs.In collaboration with WCO management Team and relevant technical, functional units provide support in the monitoringof risk mitigation action plans.Provide support to WCO team inensuring the risk management approach is embedded in any programme and budgetplanning process, functioning of established office governance committees' andin any major decision made by the management.Assess information/training needsand prepare and deliver training programmes or information sessions forcolleagues and partners in the country office to enhance understanding of riskmanagement and compliance with WHO policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.Compliance Management Develop riskand compliance annual program of work that covers functional areas(procurement, travel, HR, Imprest, cash management etc.), including theEmergency Programmes as relevant.Ensure the program incorporates WCO riskfactors including internal and external context and management and AFRO GMC/CRMA considerations.Using Compliance monitoring toolscarry out post facto reviews and analysis of all aspects of the programme andadministrative and identify internal constraints which undermine compliancewithin WCO's programmes and operations and propose corrective measures. Develop and present risk andcompliance reports with functional units' heads and management team andcollaborate in the formulations of actions to address gaps. Follow up andreport on the implementation of the actions.Track and report on progress ofimplementation of recommendations and develop and implement appropriatetraining and capacity building actions as relevant.Coordination of Oversight and Assurance Coordinate the follow-up on the oversightentities' recommendations (IOS audit and External Audit) and take appropriateactions with the relevant focal points within the WCO units to address anyissues arising from the monitoring of recommendations.Track progress in implementation of audit andcompliance recommendations; - generate lessons learned from the reports andbring these into the overall compliance and risk management work in the countryoffice.Fraud Risk Management supportSupport the implementation of the WHO Policy onPrevention, Detection and Response to Fraud and Corruption and provide trainingand capacity building. Alert management on any fraudulent issues as well asunethical behaviors detected or reported.As mandatedby IOS through the AFRO CRMA support the investigation of reported andsuspected cases of fraud in the WCOOther rolesPerformance the secretarial work to support to the work of the local Compliance and RiskManagement Committee (organizing meetings, preparing documents and follow up onimplementation of committee decisions) as well as represent the country officeas relevant in the global CRE network.Support the implementation of a continuous learning and development plan for the localCompliance and Risk Management function.Perform any other activities as assigned by the Head of Country Office and Senior Management. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEducationEssential: Master'sor higher levelin accounting, law, public administration. And additional years of relevant work experience and/or training/courses in audit, performance and risk management or other related fields.Desirable: Possession of an internationally recognized accounting qualification such as Certified Public Accountant or similar certification. Certification in risk management /auditing/ compliance would also be considered an advantage. ExperienceEssential: Atleast seven (7) years of experience at national/international level in compliance/auditing, using an ERP system, such as Oracle or SAP. Desirable Workexperience with WHO or other UN Agencies would be an assetDesirable: Work experience within an international organizations or UN systems would be an asset SkillsIn depth knowledge of the use of integrated financial management and reporting systems. Provenability to carry out risk and compliance reviews and inspections. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure to achieve multiple deadlines. Proven knowledge and strong understanding in administration, procurement, and riskmanagement.Fieldexperience /familiarity with Emergency. WHO CompetenciesTeamworkRespecting and promoting individual and cultural differencesCommunicationProducing resultsMoving forward in a changing environmentCreating an empowering and motivating environment Use of Language SkillsEssential: Expert knowledge of FrenchDesirable: Intermediate knowledge of English REMUNERATIONWHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 84,672 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 3838 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children. ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONThis vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade levelOnly candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.The Director-General retains the discretion to not make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description, including shortening the duration of the appointment.Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics.WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply.Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (modifications or adjustments to the application or recruitment process) to support their participation in the application and recruitment process. Please send an email to reasonableaccommodation@who.int with your full name, the vacancy number you are applying for, and specific details of the accommodation needed in your request.An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Candidates appointed to a fixed-term position in the International Professional category (Grades P1-D2) are eligible for Geographical Mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world.WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at shws@who.int.WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.In case the website does not display properly, please retry by: (i) checking that you have the latest version of the browser installed (Chrome, Edge or Firefox); (ii) clearing your browser history and opening the site in a new browser (not a new tab within the same browser); or (iii) retry accessing the website using Mozilla Firefox browser or using another device. 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Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting."

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.  OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMMECountry Management Support Units (CSUs) have been established in the organisational structure to provide support for Managers and staff to fully assume their responsibilities to ensure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, rules and regulations on all administrative and financial matters. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIESO Lead an integrated operations function through provision of oversight, guidance and expert advice on all aspects of operations and administration (finance, budget, procurement, human resources, ICT, assets and inventories, travel and meetings, logistics, work planning and programme management), Specifically:Strategic and efficient management of financial resources, establishment of strong financial controls and implementation of financial policies, rules andregulations;Implement a results-based budgeting approach using criteria such as value for money;Oversee country office cash management processes and payments; timely accounting and reconciliation of all transactions, security for cash assets on site, in coordination with the GSSC;Oversee country office compliance with rules and regulations in procurement and contract management strategies;Manage WHO assets, facilities and logistical services;Ensure compliance with human resources policies and strategies; support management in ensuring optimal staffing in line with approved human resources plans;Take full lead in the administrative running of various conferences, workshops and meetings for the office;O Advice the WR on operations cost effectiveness; propose creative recommendations to emerging complex challenges where no precedents exists; O Improve programme delivery by developing and implementing risk informed operational strategies and plans; ensure coherence in operation planning and performance monitoring;O Oversee internal and external audits; ensure implementation of audit recommendations; establish relevant internal controls; O Set the strategic direction of the operations team by establishing annual work plan; objectives, performance indicators and expected results; build capacity through coaching and mentoring in all aspects of operations management;O Ensure timely submission of financial reports to donors; liaise with technical staff in ensuring quality and accurate reporting by Ministry of Health and other Government partners, on funds advanced under the Direct Financial Cooperation mechanism. Coordinates with technical staff on reports on funds advanced to implement programme activities under the Direct Implementation mechanism; O Lead operational support to emergency preparedness and emergencies including implementation of "Surge Capacity". Inform and update all staff members in the country office on security related issues and emergency operations;O Contribute to development and implementation of new internal policies & procedures on financial management and provide direction to Operations staff on building strategies and policies to develop best practices of financial resources within the Office;O Efficient implementation of security measures mandated in the overall Security Plan; O Network and build strong partnerships internally within the Organization and externally with vendors and other service providers to ensure efficient operations;O Play a leadership role in the UN inter-agency Operations Management Team representing WHO and providing inputs to attain efficiencies and effectiveness towards One UN initiative and reforms;O Represent the Organization in internal and external meetings including inter-agency networks of operation management. O Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEducationEssential: Essential: Master's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Financial Management or related field or Public Health.Desirable: Desirable: Professional certification in accounting (CA, CPA, etc.). ExperienceEssential: At least 10 years of professional experience in finance, budgeting,accounting, administration, programme management, HumanResources Management, Procurement and/or Travel. Experienceproviding advice to senior management and managing diverse teams.Desirable: Professional certifications in Finance, procurement or HR. Good knowledge of WHO programme management and endto-end business processes as designed in the GlobalManagement System; Experience in project management,ideally in the UN System and/or a public health context; Goodknowledge of GSM System or similar ERP Systems;Experience with staff training in the use of managementinformation systems. SkillsGood knowledge of Results-Based Management framework and related business processes;Strong expertise in accounting, budget and finance;Knowledge of Oracle projects and Oracle Financials or similar;Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) applications and systems. Sound knowledge of the Organization's policies and practices, as well as project management principles and their application;Strong managerial experience;Ability to deliver during emergency and crisis situations;Ability to act independently and exercise sound judgement;High level of organizational and analytical ability, combined with good oral and written communication skills;Proven ability to maintain and establish excellent interpersonal working relations, teamwork skills and ability to work with competing priorities under pressure. WHO CompetenciesTeamworkRespecting and promoting individual and cultural differencesCommunicationProducing resultsDriving the Organization's Position in Health LeadershipCreating an empowering and motivating environment Use of Language SkillsEssential: Expert knowledge of English. Expert knowledge of French.Desirable:  REMUNERATIONWHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 101,540 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 4603 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children. ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONThis vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade levelOnly candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.The Director-General retains the discretion to not make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description, including shortening the duration of the appointment.Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics.WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply.Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (modifications or adjustments to the application or recruitment process) to support their participation in the application and recruitment process. Please send an email to reasonableaccommodation@who.int with your full name, the vacancy number you are applying for, and specific details of the accommodation needed in your request.An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Candidates appointed to a fixed-term position in the International Professional category (Grades P1-D2) are eligible for Geographical Mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world.WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at shws@who.int.WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.In case the website does not display properly, please retry by: (i) checking that you have the latest version of the browser installed (Chrome, Edge or Firefox); (ii) clearing your browser history and opening the site in a new browser (not a new tab within the same browser); or (iii) retry accessing the website using Mozilla Firefox browser or using another device. Click this link for detailed guidance on completing job applications: Instructions for candidates How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility."Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting."

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMMEThe overall objective of the UNRWA Health Programme is to protect, promote, and improve the health of Palestine refugees by ensuring universal access to quality, comprehensive primary health care, supported by hospital referral services, mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS), disease prevention and control, environmental health measures, digital health transformation, and emergency preparedness and response. The Programme aims to achieve and sustain high coverage of essential health interventions, address both communicable and non-communicable diseases, reduce maternal and child mortality, strengthen mental health and psychosocial well-being, expand the use of digital tools to improve health service delivery and information systems, and enhance resilience to public health emergencies, while promoting equity and accountability in service delivery.The immediate strategic objective of the position is to provide authoritative leadership, policy direction, and technical guidance for the effective management of UNRWA's Health Programme across five fields of operation, ensuring that services are evidence-based, results-oriented, and aligned with WHO norms and standards. This includes fostering innovation, mobilizing and managing resources, strengthening health systems and workforce capacity, expanding integrated mental health and psychosocial services, advancing digital transformation of health information and service delivery systems, and coordinating with host governments, donors, and partners to address the evolving health needs of Palestine refugees in a highly complex and often insecure operating environment. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIESThe incumbent will perform the following duties:1. Directs the Health Programme, with the objective to contribute effectively towards improving the health status of Palestine refugees; provides strategic guidance and direction to ensure the Health Programme is managed on the basis of available funds in conformity with relevant UNRWA rules and regulations and a results-based budgeting approach. 2. As Director of the Department of Health, governing the Health Programme of the Palestine Refugees in UNRWA and reporting to the Commissioner-General of UNRWA and the Regional Director, WHO/EMRO, plans and directs the overall departmental, technical and administrative policies and programme. In this respect:a)  Assesses and interprets major policy issues with the objective of establishing strategic overall plans and setting into action programme activities to fulfill the mandate of the Health Programme; conducts regular review missions to fields of operation for this purpose;b)    Plans, directs and controls the strategic and technical operations of the Health Programme and its priorities with the operational and administrative activities directed through his/her Deputy who manages and mobilizes staff and financial resources;c)  Develops future technical cooperative activities with other UN Agencies and negotiates agreements with donor organizations to enhance and mobilize financial resources; develops and approves expert technical advisory services from WHO and elsewhere;d) Develops and leads Emergency Preparedness and Response Programme to address complex emergency situations.e)    Leads the integration of mental health and psychosocial support services across UNRWA's health system, ensuring policy development, workforce training, and quality assurance in alignment with WHO guidelines.f)     Oversees the strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation of digital health transformation, including electronic health records, telemedicine, and health information systems, to enhance quality, efficiency, and data-driven decision-making.g) Ensures the availability, quality, and effective management of essential medicines, vaccines, and medical supplies, strengthening supply chain systems in line with WHO standards.h) Develops strategies for health systems strengthening and workforce development, including workforce planning, training, and performance management, to ensure sustainable capacity and service quality across all fields.3. Advises the Commissioner-General and reports on the planning, development and technical direction of the UNRWA Health Programme; contributes to and keeps the Commissioner-General well informed on WHO technical policies and approaches and scientific advances through attendance at scientific meetings and annual WHO Assembly, Executive Board and Regional Committees, as well as through communications with experts;4. Represents the Commissioner-General at the WHO Assembly and Regional Committees and other meetings as assigned by the Commissioner-General and attends major meetings of UNRWA including the Management and Donors' Meetings, Advisory Commission Meetings and other internal meetings;5. Monitors, evaluates and reports on the health situation of Palestine refugees and UNRWA's Health Programmes to the Regional Director, EMRO, and liaises and co-ordinates with the relevant Executive Directors at WHO Headquarters;6. Liaises with the Palestinian Health Authorities on all policy issues related to the harmonization of services and building an integral health care system in Gaza Strip and the West Bank, in particular co-chair with the Palestinian Minister of Health, and the UNRWA-PHA Coordinating Committee;7.  Liaises with the Ministers of Health of the host countries for co-ordination of common activities and maintains close contact with major donors for programme development and fund-raising, and advocates for the health rights of Palestine refugees at international, regional, and national levels to influence policy and mobilize sustainable resources.  REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEducationEssential: A Medical degree (MD) from a recognized university, with a master's degree in public health and/or sub-specialties. ExperienceEssential: At least 15 years of professional and managerial experience in planning and implementing various national health programmes, of which 10 years' experience in public health administration and planning at senior decision-making positions at international level.Knowledge of trends in preventive and curative medicine, nutrition and environmental health, ability to plan for health needs of population involved.Knowledge of WHO policies and of UN structure. Skills      1-    Broad strategic vision which enables meaningful contributions to the achievement of UNRWA's mission;      2-    High level diplomatic and representational competencies in international settings;      3-    A highly developed ability to inspire, lead and implement innovation and change in the Health Programme;       4-    Institutional awareness that contributes to UNRWA's ability to achieve results in a UN inter-agency setting;       5-    Empathy and effective communication skills in interpersonal relationships, providing for effective modeling and promotion of corporate values on integrity and accountability.  Maintaining effective working relations with people in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;       6-    Sound understanding of regional/international political trends;       7-    Sound understanding of the UN and Agency policy and practice, within the larger context of humanitarian agencies in general and of the Agency's mandate and role in particular;       8-    Negotiating skills; leadership skills; ability to resolve complex and/or sensitive issues;       9-    Demonstrated supervisory and management skills;       10- Demonstrated proficiency of introducing innovation and change to enhance capacity and programme effectiveness.WHO Competencies     ·      Teamwork*     ·       Respecting & promoting individual and cultural differences*     ·       Communication*     ·      Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond     ·      Moving forward in a changing environment     ·     Creating an empowering and motivating environment Use of Language SkillsEssential: Excellent knowledge of English.Desirable: Knowledge of Arabic, French or other UN languages. REMUNERATIONWHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 128422 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 4002 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children. ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONThis vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade levelOnly candidates under serious consideration will be contacted. A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.The Director-General retains the discretion to not make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description, including shortening the duration of the appointment.Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics.WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply.Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (modifications or adjustments to the application or recruitment process) to support their participation in the application and recruitment process. Please send an email to reasonableaccommodation@who.int with your full name, the vacancy number you are applying for, and specific details of the accommodation needed in your request.An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Candidates appointed to a fixed-term position in the International Professional category (Grades P1-D2) are eligible for Geographical Mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world.WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at shws@who.int.WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.In case the website does not display properly, please retry by: (i) checking that you have the latest version of the browser installed (Chrome, Edge or Firefox); (ii) clearing your browser history and opening the site in a new browser (not a new tab within the same browser); or (iii) retry accessing the website using Mozilla Firefox browser or using another device. Click this link for detailed guidance on completing job applications:  Instructions for candidates.        ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMMELa mission du Bureau de pays de l'OMS est de renforcer la capacite des Etats membres a gerer un large eventail de programmes et d'interventions de sante, y compris en situation d'urgence sanitaire, ainsi que de diriger et coordonner la reponse internationale face aux problemes de sante, notamment les epidemies.L'Unite d'appui au pays (CSU) supervisera les fonctions liees a ce poste. Celle-ci est chargee de fournir au Bureau de pays de l'OMS (WCO) y compris aux programmes d'urgence en periode de reponse humanitaire des services administratifs de haute qualite et previsibles (tels que la gestion des ressources humaines, des finances, de la planification du travail et des subventions), ainsi que d'assurer un suivi efficace et la conformite aux procedures operationnelles standard (SOPs), contribuant ainsi a une amelioration continue et a une excellence dans les processus de gestion.  DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES- Fournir des conseils et orientations strategiques sur les politiques et procedures RH, et soutenir la direction dans la prise de decisions relatives a la gestion du personnel.- Superviser et coordonner l'ensemble des services RH du bureau, en assurant l'efficacite operationnelle et le respect des delais.- Participer a l'elaboration et a la mise en œuvre des plans et budgets RH, alignes sur les priorites du programme et sur les exigences en matiere de gestion des urgences.- Gerer toutes les etapes liees au personnel: planification des effectifs, recrutement, integration, developpement des competences, renouvellements et separations.- Coordonner la gestion des postes (creation, revision, reclassement) et garantir l'exactitude des informations dans les systemes RH (GSM/BMS/Stellis).- Assurer la formation et l'accompagnement du personnel sur les processus RH, y compris l'utilisation du GSM/BMS en libre-service et le systeme de gestion de la performance (PMDS).- Agir en tant que point focal pour l'apprentissage et le developpement du personnel (LFP), en identifiant les besoins en formation et en facilitant la participation du personnel aux initiatives d'apprentissage locales et regionales.- Maintenir une communication reguliere et proactive avec le personnel sur les mises a jour des politiques RH, ainsi que sur les droits, avantages et conditions de service.- Garantir la transparence et la conformite de l'ensemble des actions RH, conformement aux normes et aux delegations d'autorite de l'OMS.- Effectuer toute autre tache connexe demandee par la direction et par les superieurs hierarchiques.  REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEducationEssential: Diplome universitaire (niveau licence) en gestion des ressources humaines, administration des affaires ou du public, droit, sciences sociales liees aux ressources humaines ou dans un domaine connexe, obtenu dans un etablissement reconnu ou accredite.Desirable: Diplome universitaire de niveau avance (Maitrise) en gestion des ressources humaines, administration des affaires ou publique ou dans un domaine connexe.  ExperienceEssential: - Au moins deux (2) ans d'experience pertinente en gestion et en administration des ressources humaines, aux niveaux national et international.- Experience averee dans l'application operationnelle des politiques et pratiques de gestion des ressources humaines, dans les processus de selection et de recrutement, ainsi que dans l'administration des avantages et droits du personnel.Desirable: - Experience en gestion des ressources humaines dans le cadre de situations d'urgence.- Maitrise des applications Microsoft Office et solides connaissances des systemes ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning).- Experience en gestion de projets, idealement au sein du systeme des Nations Unies et/ou dans le secteur de la sante publique.  Skills- Maitrise des politiques, pratiques et procedures RH, avec la capacite a les appliquer tant dans un bureau de pays que dans un contexte d'urgence ou d'epidemie.- Aptitude a analyser les situations, a formuler des recommandations et a appuyer la prise de decision de la direction.- Engagement envers l'egalite des genres, en assurant la participation pleine et equitable des femmes et des hommes.- Discretion et diplomatie dans la gestion des informations confidentielles.- Competences averees en supervision et en gestion d'equipe.  WHO CompetenciesTeamworkRespecting and promoting individual and cultural differencesCommunicationProducing resultsPromoting innovation and organizational learning  REMUNERATIONWHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 55,163 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 2234 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.  ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONThis vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade levelOnly candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.The Director-General retains the discretion to not make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description, including shortening the duration of the appointment.Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics.WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply.Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (modifications or adjustments to the application or recruitment process) to support their participation in the application and recruitment process. Please send an email to reasonableaccommodation@who.int with your full name, the vacancy number you are applying for, and specific details of the accommodation needed in your request.An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Candidates appointed to a fixed-term position in the International Professional category (Grades P1-D2) are eligible for Geographical Mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world.WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at shws@who.int.WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.*For WHO General Service staff who do not meet the minimum educational qualifications, please see e-Manual III.4.1, para 220.In case the website does not display properly, please retry by: (i) checking that you have the latest version of the browser installed (Chrome, Edge or Firefox); (ii) clearing your browser history and opening the site in a new browser (not a new tab within the same browser); or (iii) retry accessing the website using Mozilla Firefox browser or using another device. Click this link for detailed guidance on completing job applications: Instructions for candidates        ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________