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IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.  OBJECTIVE OF THE OFFICE/DEPARTMENTThis requisition is for employment at the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)/Regional Office of the World Health Organization (WHO)The objective of the Health Emergencies Department (PHE) of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) is to increase health sector resilience to emergencies and disasters. PHE assists Member States to strengthen the health sector's capacities in prevention, risk reduction, preparedness, surveillance, response, and early recovery for emergencies and disasters related to any hazards (natural, man-made, biological, chemical, radiological and others) and, when national capacities are overwhelmed, to lead and coordinate the international health response to contain disasters, including outbreaks, and to provide effective relief and recovery to affected populations. PHE is responsible for ensuring the implementation and updating of the PAHO/WHO Institutional Emergency and Disaster Response policy. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIESUnder the general guidance of the Advisor, Resource Mobilization and Communications (PHE/RMC) and the direct supervision of the Specialist, Resource Mobilization (PHE/RMC), and in coordination with project managers and regional technical advisors, the incumbent is responsible for, but not limited to, the following assigned duties:1)   Provide technical support with the guidance of the Specialist, Resource Mobilization, in the design, planning, operationalization, management, coordination, implementation and evaluation of Pandemic Fund projects involving PAHO as an Implementing Entity, including resource coordination, monitoring and assessment, and use of evaluation tools for sound fund management;2)   Facilitate the timely creation of Pandemic Fund awards and budget distribution to relevant cost centers at regional and country level in WHO and PAHO's projectand financial systems (CEM, GSM, PMIS) as advised by the Specialist, Resource Mobilization;3)    Support technical teams, in collaboration with the Specialist, Resource Mobilization in administering  Pandemic Fund budgets including redistribution, carryover , cash advances, and  modifications, etc.  to ensure smooth fund implementation ;4)   Establish and maintain effective partnerships in collaboration with the Specialist, Resource Mobilization, with  PF  teams and stakeholders to exchange critical and technical information, resolve implementation issues and  achieve  planned results;5)   Coordinate with countries, regional technical units and subregional programs in collaboration with the Specialist, Resource Mobilization   to provide  quality control of annual micro-planning for Pandemic Fund voluntary contributions, ensuring donor requirements;6)   Liaise  with focal points in countries, regional technical units and subregional programs to coordinate, seek approval for and track change requests to project plans;7)   Monitor the execution of project funds in collaboration with the Specialist,  Resource Mobilization, countries and technical entities to ensure alignment with donor rules and cost-efficient use of resources;8)   Coordinate  technical monitoring on progress of work plans and the preparation of annual reports with the advice of the Specialist, Resource Mobilization, on impact and results to the Pandemic Fund, ensuring quality of  monitoring and reporting tools;;9)   Support the preparation in collaboration with the Specialist, Resource Mobilization, of  written outputs, including briefing documents, talking points, routine update to EXM and WHO/HQ, presentations, etc. to inform internal and external stakeholders on Pandemic Fund  implementation in the Americas;10) Develop and maintain collaborative project management tools such as SharePoint, Teams or online monitoring systems for managing project plans and reports across entities;11) Participate in regional and global discussions on adequate planning tools and monitoring and evaluation instruments to facilitate programming and reporting on progress and conducting evaluations of Pandemic Fund project portfolio management;12) Collaborate in the development and support the implementation of a communication strategy for the promotion of the work and achievements resulting from Pandemic Fund projects in the Region;13) Perform other related duties, as assigned REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEducation:Essential: A bachelor's degree in project management, business administration, international relations, or social science or a field related to the functions of the post, from a recognized university.Desirable: A master's degree in public health, policy and planning, project management, health administration, public administration, international development or related field would be an asset.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.  PAHO, considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in one of the following databases:World Higher Education Database (WHED), 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/ Council for Higher Education Accreditation http://www.chea.org/search/default.aspCollege Navigator, found on the website of the National Centre for Educational Statistics, https://nces.ed.gov/ college navigator to support the validation process.Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to PAHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and e-Manual.For information on PAHO please visit: http://www.paho.orgExperience:Essential: Five years of combined national and international experience in the fields of health planning, project management, business administration, resource mobilization, information management, monitoring and evaluation or related field.     Desirable: Experience in working with a wide range of stakeholders including international donor agencies and/or experience working with the UN/International Organizations as well as knowledge of corporate ERP systems, and management of corporate resources would be assets.  SKILLS:PAHO Competencies:·       Overall attitude at work: Maintains integrity and takes a clear ethical approach and stance; demonstrates commitment to the Organization's mandate and promotes the values of the Organization in daily work and behavior; is accountable for work carried out in line with own role and responsibilities; is respectful towards, and trusted by, colleagues and counterparts.·       Teamwork: Collaborate and cooperate with others. - Works collaboratively with team members and counterparts to achieve results; encourages cooperation and builds rapport; helps others when asked; accepts joint responsibility for the teams' successes and shortcomings. Identifies conflicts in a timely manner and addresses them as necessary; understands issues from the perspective of others; does not interpret/ attribute conflicts to cultural, geographical or gender issues.·       Respecting and valuing individual differences: Treats everyone with dignity and respect, fostering positive relationships with everyone. Reflects on personal behavior to avoid stereotypes and considers situations from the perspective of others.·       Communication: Express oneself clearly when speaking/Write effectively/Listen/Shares knowledge - Quality and quantity of communication targeted at audience.  Listens attentively and does not interrupt other speakers.  Adapts communication style and written content to ensure they are appropriately and accurately understood by the audience (e.g., power-point presentations, communication strategies, implementation plans).  Shares information openly with colleagues and transfers knowledge, as needed.·       Knowing and managing yourself: Manages stress/Invite feedback/Continuously learn - Remains productive even in an environment where information or direction is not available, and when facing challenges; recovers quickly from setbacks, where necessary. Manages stress positively; remains positive and productive even under pressure; does not transfer stress to others. Seeks feedback to improve knowledge and performance; shows self- awareness when seeking and receiving feedback; uses feedback to improve own performance.    Seeks informal and/or formal learning opportunities for personal and professional development; systematically learns new competencies and skills useful for job; takes advantage of learning opportunities to fill competencies and skill gaps. ·       Producing Results: Deliver quality results/Take responsibility - Produces high-quality results and workable solutions that meet clients' needs. Works independently to produce new results and sets own timelines effectively and efficiently.  Shows awareness of own role and clarifies roles of team members in relation to project's expected results. Makes proposals for improving processes as required and takes responsibility for own work and/or actions, as necessary.   Demonstrates positive attitude in working on new projects and initiatives. Demonstrates accountability for own success, as well as for errors; learns from experience.   Technical Expertise:·       Practical knowledge of results-based management concepts and tools and their applications; especially related to outcome formulation and indicator development.·       Theoretical and practical knowledge of international technical cooperation, with emphasis in the negotiation and management of international cooperation programs and projects.·       Mature judgment, strong technical, analytical and conceptual skills; demonstrated ability to assess, analyze, synthesize and provide recommendation on key technical issues.·       Ability to integrate managerial and technical inputs into recommendations for decision-making process.·       Ability to manage multiple issues and tasks in a complex organizational environment.·       Ability to create and advocate innovative approaches to facilitate and enhance project management capacity, as well as monitoring of these processes.·       Excellent organizational and analytic skills combined with strong professional oral and writing skills including the development of reports, oral presentations, and technical/persuasive documents for consideration at the highest levels of the Organization.Languages:Very good knowledge of Spanish or English with a working knowledge of the other language.  Knowledge of French and/or Portuguese would be an asset.IT Skills:Demonstrated ability to effectively use current technology and software, including spreadsheets and presentation tools, as well as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and management information systems. IT skills and knowledge of software programs such as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, OneDrive, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint are considered essential. Other IT skills and knowledge of other software programs such as Work Day, Visio, and Project will be an asset. REMUNERATIONMonthly Salary: (Net of taxes)$4,596.92 (Salary is non-negotiable)Post Adjustment:$2,565.08. This amount is to be considered as indicative since variations may occur each month either upwards or downwards due to currency exchange rate fluctuations or inflation. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION·       This vacancy notice may be used to identify candidates to fill other similar short-term positions at the same grade level.·       PAHO/WHO offers an attractive compensation package including a monthly net salary and post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station and exchange rates (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance). Other benefits may include: 2.5 days annual leave per month, generous telework policy, parental leave, sick leave, pension plan, and health insurance scheme.  Other benefits for internationally recruited staff may include travel and removal expenses on appointment and separation, settling-in grant and rental subsidy.·       Applicants will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration. A written test and/or interview will be held for this position as a form of screening.·       The post description is the official documentation for organization purposes.·       Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to PAHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and e-Manual.·       For information on PAHO please visit: http://www.paho.org·       PAHO/WHO is committed to workforce individual differences.·       PAHO/WHO is an ethical organization that maintains high standards of integrity and accountability. People joining PAHO are required to maintain these standards both in their professional work and personal activities.·       PAHO/WHO also promotes a work environment that is free from harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and other types of abusive behavior. PAHO conducts background checks and will not hire anyone who has a substantiated history of misconduct.·       PAHO/WHO personnel interact frequently with people in the communities we serve. To protect these people, PAHO has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. People who commit serious wrongdoing will be terminated and may also face criminal prosecution.·       PAHO/WHO is a smoke-free environment.·       Applications from women and from nationals of non and underrepresented Member States are encouraged.·       All applicants are required to complete an on-line profile to be considered for this position. 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. 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IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.  OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMMEThe WHO Country Office in Ukraine currently operates within a dual mandate of addressing immediate health emergencies while contributing to long-term health system recovery and reform. Building on the mission of WHO's Health Emergencies Programme, which aims to strengthen national capacities to manage health risks, the office also plays a strategic role in supporting Ukraine's broader transformation agenda which includes aligning interventions with the WHO Country Cooperation Strategy (CCS) 2024-2030 and ensuring coherence with both the European Programme of Work and WHO's Thirteenth/Fourteenth General Programme of Work (GPW13/14). WHO Ukraine contributes to this vision by facilitating timely, coordinated responses to crises while also supporting health system recovery & reforms. Through its integrated programming, WHO leverages its technical and normative expertise to help ensure that immediate needs are met while laying the groundwork for sustainable improvements. Accurate and timely reporting of these interventions remains essential for keeping partners, donors, and external stakeholders informed and engaged in the collective effort to strengthen health outcomes in Ukraine. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES1. Collaborate with the emergency team and relevant stakeholders to support the development of funding requests, implementation plans, and basic risk identification related to implementation or capacity.2. Draft donor proposals and reports, ensuring that submissions meet content and deadline requirements.3. Support communication with donors and partners to identify overlaps or opportunities for better alignment and complementarity of funded actions.4. Provide input into the preparation of grant budgets, ensuring they are realistic and aligned with funding requirements.5. Maintain regular communication with donors and partners to respond to queries and provide updates as needed.6. Collaborate with other team members to establish reporting timelines and tools that help ensure timely submissions and better internal follow-up.7. Assist in tracking donor contributions and updating internal systems or monitoring sheets as required.8. Support the review and compilation of reports and other submissions related to grant-funded activities.9. Assist in monitoring implementation and bring attention to issues such as delayed spending or under-implementation.10. Ensure all work is done in line with WHO and donor guidelines, with appropriate documentation and approvals in place. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEducationEssential: First University degree (Bachelor`s level) in business administration, international development or international relations, social sciences or related fields.Desirable: Studies in Logical framework analysis, communications, and programme management.ExperienceEssential: At least 2 years' experience in a donor reporting role with international exposure, including, project or grants management or related field emergency health response relief operations.Desirable: Experience UN agencies as well as experience in developing/emergency countries. SkillsStrong writing and external communication skills, with proven experience in developing compelling content for donors, partners, and public audiences in high-profile emergency or recovery contexts such as Ukraine.A good understanding of branding principles and the ability to tailor messaging in line with WHO's global and regional positioning is essential. Ability to navigate complex and sensitive environments, ensuring communications and reporting align with both national dynamics and WHO's strategic priorities.Previous experience working in health-related emergencies and recovery settings is highly desirable, and a background in public health or familiarity with the health sector is considered an asset. WHO CompetenciesTeamworkRespecting and promoting individual and cultural differencesCommunicationProducing resultsMoving forward in a changing environment Use of Language SkillsEssential: Expert knowledge of English.Desirable: Knowledge of of Other Official WHO 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 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 1306 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). 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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."

PURPOSE OF POSITION The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) is the specialized cancer agency of the World Health Organization. The objective of the IARC is to promote international collaboration in cancer research.The Cancer Surveillance (CSU) branch at IARC is responsible for the collection, analysis and dissemination of information concerning the global cancer burden. In order to achieve this objective, CSU works closely with and provides support to cancer registries around the world. Alongside the use of cancer registry data in the production of online global cancer statistics tools, incorporated into the Global Cancer Observatory (http://gco.iarc.fr/), CSU serves as the definitive reference source for the provision of information concerning worldwide cancer statistics including cancer survival as well as cancer incidence and mortality. Using a comprehensive view of the burden combining the three indicators above, CSU aims to provide benchmarking to explore reasons for international differences in cancer survival and long-term outcome such as recurrence to ultimately influence national cancer policies and clinical guidelines to improve cancer outcomes. The incumbent will coordinate with internal and external collaborators to obtain or generate relevant data, coordinate the development of routine updates and dissemination of information using various indicators of childhood cancer burden in multiple sections of global childhood population. The principal task is to develop a flexible one-stop online resource for data dissemination of childhood cancer burden within the Global Cancer Observatory. The complementary tasks include acquisition of primary data, development of statistical methodology, statistical analysis, and scientific communication. The incumbent is expected to contribute primarily to the ChildCan study, which aims at producing and disseminating information on childhood cancer burden through online platforms and scientific publications DESCRIPTION OF DUTIESUnder the supervision of the childhood cancer team leader, the incumbent will be entrusted with the following tasks: 1)      Draft the terms of reference and the technical specifications for the online data dissemination tool considering existing standards, systems, and defined output.2)      Collect data from primary custodians of routine datasets as well as from published sources.3)      Ensure accurate and timely data management in alignment with established standards and intended use objectives.4)      Conduct statistical modelling to estimate global childhood cancer burden as measured by incidence, mortality, prevalence, and survival aspects.5)      Produce documentation to describe structured data flow facilitating efficient data acquisition, processing, and output generation.6)      Coordinate the process and the progress of structured, multi-agency collaboration to ensure timely, accurate, and comprehensive data management.7)      Report on the process and the progress for internal follow-up and for the funder.8)      Conduct related epidemiological studies and write scientific publications.9)      Contribute to the development of grant proposals for competitive funding opportunities supporting childhood cancer research. WHO COMPETENCIES·      Producing results.·      Fostering integration and teamwork.·      Communication.·      Building and promoting partnerships across the organisation and beyond.·      Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences. FUNCTIONAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGEEssential:·      Demonstrated expertise in processing and modelling complex large datasets.·      Expert statistical skills in R or other statistical programming software.·      Advanced use of Microsoft Office.·      Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.·      Ability to communicate complex statistical concepts to lay stakeholders. Desirable:·      Advanced programming skills in Python or C language.·      Working knowledge of Structured Query Language (SQL). REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATIONEssential: PhD in Statistics, Informatics, Epidemiology, Mathematics or other related disciplines.Desirable: Excellent computational/programming skills and knowledge of data science as it applies to cancer surveillance. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Essential: At least two years of relevant professional experience in statistics, data science or closely related discipline. Desirable:·      One year of post-doctoral experience.·      Track record of statistical modeling and processing of large databases.·      Experience with data visualization or development of online tools.·      Involvement in cancer research and scientific output.·      Proven track record of securing competitive funding. USE OF LANGUAGE SKILLSExpert knowledge of English is essential. Working knowledge of French or another UN language is desirable. OTHER SKILLS (e.g. IT)·      Knowledge of MS Office 365 office suite. 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 2,537 per month for the duty station indicated above (subject to change). Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION·        This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level or lower.·        The position is advertised as temporary; hence, initial contract will be for short term, however, it may be converted to fixed term subject to sustainability of funding.·        Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.·        A written test and/or presentation/seminar may be used as a form of screening.·        If 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. IARC/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 noting that first year of fixed term contracts is a probationary period which maybe extended subject to performance evaluation.·        For information on IARC's operations please visit: https://www.iarc.who.int, and for more general information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.·        IARC/WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The IARC/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.·        IARC/WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Participating States  https://www.iarc.who.int/equity-diversity-and-inclusion-at-iarc are strongly encouraged to apply for IARC/WHO jobs. 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.int.·        An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. IARC/WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the IARC/WHO Values Charter https://www.iarc.who.int/about-iarc-who-ethics into practice.·        IARC/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 IARC/WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to IARC/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, IARC/WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.·        IARC/WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.·        IARC/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 fully express and develop their talents.·        The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.·        Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.·        Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with IARC/WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service.  Candidates appointed to an international post with IARC/WHO are subject to mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world.        ______________________________________________________________________ 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.______________________________________________________________________