UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential from early childhood through adolescence. At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job ? it is a calling. UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for personal and professional development that will help them develop a fulfilling career while delivering on a rewarding mission. We pride ourselves on a culture that helps staff thrive, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. For every child, Commitment! The main purpose of this post is to support the Global Cluster Coordination Section, hosting the UNICEF led/co-led Clusters and Area of Responsibilities, in effectively managing and strengthening frameworks and capacity for country-level coordination. This role will lead on operational field support to ensure timely, relevant, and appropriate responses that effectively and accountably meet the needs and priorities of the people most affected by and vulnerable to crises. The support provided will ensure that core coordination functions are maximized to achieve results for impact for the operational response and will enable National Coordination Platforms to: - maximize quality and coverage of responses; - minimize duplication, gaps and risks; - continuously support stronger national leadership of coordination How can you make a difference? Under the overall direction and guidance of the Global WASH Coordinator, the Deputy Global WASH Cluster Coordinator will lead on operational field support to ensure effective and accountable humanitarian water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) coordination for the people most affected by and vulnerable to crises, in partnership with the Cluster/Sector/Working Group members. The post holder's main tasks and responsibilities will include but not be limited to: Coordination, representation and leadership - Ensure, establish and maintain a coordination mechanism that facilitates the effective achievement of the cluster functions (as outlined by the IASC Reference Module) and the requirements of the HPC (HNO, HRP and CCPM) and which builds on pre-existing coordination structures where appropriate and furthers the development of current or future national and subnational capacities, - Oversee the functioning of any sub-national or hub Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group where they exist, ensuring alignment of work and priorities, effective communication, reporting, engagement and coordination between the levels, - Supervise the Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group coordination team, - Ensure appropriate coordination and build partnerships with all relevant sector stakeholders including government counterparts and national authorities, local, national and international organizations and affected populations, - Build complementarity of partner actions within the Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group, pro-actively negotiating with partners to avoid and resolve duplication and gaps, - Coordinate, collaborate and represent the Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group with stakeholders across all sectors, including through inter-cluster coordination fora, developing cross-sectoral relationships as appropriate. Needs assessment and analysis - Lead the planning and implementation of needs assessment and analysis, including representing the Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group in multi-sectoral needs assessments and joint analysis of need, at national and subnational levels, - Analyse needs assessment data and work collaboratively with the Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group partners to create analytical products, including an HNO based on evidence-based information. Strategic response planning - Lead and coordinate strategic planning, response prioritization and the development of the sectoral response plan that is based on the HNO and aligned with national priorities, policies and plans, - Ensure all programme delivery modalities (in-kind, cash, voucher and services) are given equal consideration in the strategic response planning and establish and implement systematic measures for supporting their consideration and use, - Provide technical expertise and advice to Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group partners to ensure activities are relevant, appropriate and in line with national priorities and communities' needs, - Ensure that the Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group response plan is updated regularly according to evolving needs and that it establishes indicators by which performance of the cluster can be measured, - Engage with OCHA and other AoRs/ Clusters/ Sectors/ Working Groups to contribute to the development of the HRP, advocating for a response that reflects and addresses the concerns of the Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group. Resource mobilization and advocacy - Support and coordinate the mobilization of adequate resources to ensure the effective functioning of the Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group and its response and subsequent handing over and establishment of medium to long term capacities when the cluster approach is deactivated, - Monitor, analyse and communicate information about the Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group's financial situation and resource mobilization and identify appropriate actions to address gaps or constraints, - Advocate for improved sectoral outcomes, by developing an advocacy strategy, networking with advocacy allies, influencing stakeholders' decision-making. Implementation and monitoring - Monitor, evaluate and report on the coverage, equity, quality and progress of the response against the Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group strategy, priorities and agreed results, - Plan and support gap and coverage analysis to identify spatial and temporal gaps, overlaps and coverage of the Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group humanitarian response, - Monitor Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group adherence to IASC cluster approach principles, relevant humanitarian and sectoral agreements, standards, initiatives and guidelines and support partners to make improvements. Operational peer review and evaluation - Lead the annual cluster coordination performance monitoring (CCPM) exercise and annual review and contribute to other sectoral and humanitarian evaluations as appropriate. Accountability to affected populations - Be accountable to the affected population by establishing inclusive and consultative feedback mechanisms, creating meaningful opportunities for the involvement of the affected population in the response and encouraging partners to operate accountably, - Ensure the inclusion of cross cutting issues (age, child protection, disability, gender, gender-based violence (GBV) mitigation and response and HIV & AIDS) in Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group activities throughout the HPC, - Establish and implement systematic measures for supporting inclusive work practices and processes, - Adhere to child safeguarding and PSEA policies including procedures for challenging and reporting incidents and ensure other members of the coordination team comply. Strengthen national and local capacity - Encourage participation of local and national actors in Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group activities and strategic decision-making, removing barriers to access, - Lead the development of a capacity assessment and capacity strengthening strategy for Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group members and oversee implementation and harmonization of initiatives, - Lead early warning, contingency planning, and emergency preparedness efforts for the Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group, ensuring adequate cluster participation in inter-cluster early warning, contingency planning and emergency preparedness activities. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have? The following minimum requirements: Education: An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: public health, social sciences, health and hygiene behavior change communication, WASH-related engineering or another relevant technical field. Additional relevant post-graduate courses that complement/ supplement the main degree are a strong asset. Work Experience: A minimum of 8 years of professional experience, preferably at the international level, in WASH-related programmes planning and management is required. Experience in humanitarian contexts is required. Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required. The following desirables: - Experience in development contexts is an added advantage - A minimum of two years of experience of WASH Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group coordination is desirable - Experience and advanced skills in data analysis and visualization to support needs assessment and information management, including knowledge of software is an asset (i.e. Excel, R, Adobe suite, Power BI, ARC-GIS, Web content management) - Demonstrated ability to develop knowledge products for coordination, information management and needs assessments that support capacity and learning is an asset - Solid understanding of surge support and the Standby Partnership mechanism, including as a manager and/or member is desirable - Demonstrated knowledge and engagement in global level, inter-agency initiatives linked to coordination, information management and needs assessments is desirable (i.e. Joint Operational Analysis Framework, WASH Insecurity Analysis) - Demonstrated leadership experience in inter-agency coordination and representation is desirable (i.e. with the Inter-Agency Standing Committee, Global Cluster Coordination Group, Strategic Advisory Group, Working Groups) - Experience in effective management of human resources/teams in high stress/risk environments is desirable - Experience in a mixed set of country contexts, in multiple geographic regions, including a deployment mission with UN, Government or INGO is strongly desirable Language: Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset For every Child, you demonstrate... UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values The UNICEF competencies required for this post are? (1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others (8) Nurtures, leads and manages people. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels. UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled. Remarks: As per 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. UNICEF's active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information. 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Background Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a 'leave no one behind' approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and [inspiring stories.](https://www.undp.org/careers) UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. The United Nations is increasingly called upon to implement programmes in complex, dynamic, high risk and often remote locations, placing United Nations personnel at potential risk of injury with minimal medical and first response support available. Balancing the need to implement United Nations programmes with the safety of United Nations personnel requires an understanding of potential threats and appropriate contingency plans in the event medical-related incidents do occur. It has been evident that a prompt first response medical intervention has the greatest impact on the survival rate of casualties. It is therefore an essential security risk management measure whenever United Nations personnel are deployed to high and very high security risk areas, remote locations, or locations with limited host Government emergency medical resources. The incumbent reports technically to the Division of Health-Care Management and Occupational Safety & Health (DHMOSH) and administratively to the UN Clinic Health Manager. Position Purpose Within delegated authority, the Occupational Safety & Health and Training Specialist will be responsible for the following duties: Identify, develop, coordinate, implement, and monitor the United Nations and other appropriate medical training courses. Ensure that training operations and development activities are implemented in accordance with the training plan and established standards. Coordinate with trainers to determine training standards to be achieved, reviews country submissions for eligibility of nominees, recommend trainees for selection and maintain a trainee database. Coordinate and report on Training Needs Analysis visits. Organize all activities at the training location(s); liaises between training location(s) and Headquarters staff on all training and administrative matters. Support the organizations of the UN on matters relating to medical training, and acts as a resource person and a training instructor when needed. Identifies risks and develops the risk register. Coordinate with UN Clinic Team and UNDSS on Mass Casualty Incidence training drills in compliance with the standing Mass Casualty Incident SOPs. Undertake surveillance for preventable health and safety hazards in the work environment. Provide occupational health support to assess Health and Safety Risks. Progress of the UN's Occupational Safety and Health Management System. Provide occupational safety and health and Emergency Medical Response training and capacity development by ensuring that personnel are aware of their roles and responsibilities in all aspects of health and safety work, including compliance with health and safety policy. Complete preparedness and implementation of measures for general safety of emergency and disaster incident operations with a specific focus on responder safety. Develop training content and educational materials on Safety & Health and emergency response educational and facilitate and provide trainings to all levels of personnel. UNDP adopts a portfolio approach to accommodate changing business needs and leverage linkages across interventions to achieve its strategic goals. Therefore, UNDP personnel are expected to work across units, functions, teams, and projects in multidisciplinary teams to enhance and enable horizontal collaboration. Duties and Responsibilities Identifies and develops training operations and development activities. - Ensures that training operations and development activities are implemented in accordance with the training plan and established standards. - Coordinates with trainers to determine training standards to be achieved, reviews country submissions for eligibility of nominees, recommends trainees for selection, and maintains a trainee database. - Ensure that training materials address gender-specific concerns. For example, discuss ergonomic considerations for female healthcare workers or mental health support for male nurses. Coordinates, implements, and monitors the United Nations and other appropriate medical training operations. - Facilitates the organizations of the UN on matters relating to medical training, and acts as a resource person and a training instructor when needed. - Identifies risks and develops the risk register. - Coordinate with UN Clinic Team and UNDSS on Mass Casualty Incidence training drills in compliance with the standing mass casualty incident Standard Operating Procedures. - Identify any gender-related gaps in existing training content & training reports. Undertake surveillance for preventable health and safety hazards in the work environment. - Sampling, measuring, or testing for physical, chemical, and biological exposures in the workplace environment that may generate risks to the health of workers. - Evaluating ergonomic factors that may affect workers' health through surveys and direct inspections. - Reviewing incidents. - Assessing general working conditions and behaviors. - Collect data on workplace accidents, injuries, and illnesses by gender. Analyze this information to identify any gender-specific patterns. Provide occupational health advice to assess Health and Safety Risks. Progress of the UN's Occupational Safety and Health Management System. - Guide with the development of local OSH policy, standards, and guidance. - Provide occupational health and safety advice to local OSH committee. - Develop occupational health and safety programs such as road safety, workplace safety, etc. - Develop occupational health and safety aspects of business continuity plans. - Ensure that all operations follow the UN OSH Policy. - When assessing risks, ensure that both male and female workers' experiences and vulnerabilities are considered. Provide occupational safety and health and Emergency Medical Response training and capacity development. - Ensure that personnel are aware of their roles and responsibilities in all aspects of health and safety work, including compliance with health and safety policy. - Complete preparedness and implementation of measures for general safety of emergency and disaster incident operations with a specific focus on responder safety. - Develop training content and educational materials on Safety & Health and emergency response educational and facilitate and provide training to all levels of personnel. - Ensure that training materials address gender-specific concerns. Cover topics such as reproductive health, mental well-being, and safety protocols for all genders. The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: Supervises the Emergency Trauma Bag and Individual First Aid Trainer based in Aden. Competencies Core Competencies: Achieve Results: LEVEL 3: Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, have lasting impact. Think Innovatively: LEVEL 3: Proactively mitigate potential risks, develop new ideas to solve complex problems. Learn Continuously: LEVEL 3: Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons, diversify experiences. Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 3: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands Act with Determination: LEVEL 3: Think beyond immediate task/barriers and take action to achieve greater results. Engage and Partner: LEVEL 3: Political savvy, navigate complex landscape, champion inter-agency collaboration. Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 3: Appreciate benefits of diverse workforce and champion inclusivity. Cross Functional and Technical Competencies: Business Direction & Strategy - System Thinking: Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system. Business Development - Integration within the UN: Ability to identity, and integrate capacity and assets of the UN system, and engage in joint work; knowledge of the UN System and ability to apply this knowledge to strategic and/or practical situations. Business Management - Communication: Ability to communicate in a clear, concise, and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience. Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media, and other appropriate channels. HR Duty of Care - Occupational safety, health, and wellbeing: Knowledge of OSHW concepts and methods and ability to apply them in the development of the OSHW strategies, policies, management systems and quality standards that are consistent with the business strategy. Ability to identify OSHW risks and to develop mitigation strategies and monitoring systems; to create OSHW incident reporting and response systems; understanding of the key workplace stressors and ability to design effective response measures. Business Management - Resource Management: Ability to allocate and use resources in a strategic or tactical way in line with principles of accountability and integrity. Business Management - Portfolio Management: Ability to select, prioritize and control the organization programmes and projects, in line with its strategic objectives and capacity; ability to balance the implementation of change initiatives and the maintenance of business-as-usual, while optimizing return on investment. Business Management - Digital Awareness and Literacy: Ability and inclination to rapidly adopt new technologies, either through skillfully grasping their usage or through understanding their impact and empowering others to use them as needed. Required Skills and Experience Education: - An advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent degree) in Health Care or related field is required. Or A first-level university degree (bachelor's degree) (in health/medicine/nursing) in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. - Specialized academic or professional training in Occupational Health and Safety is required. - Valid license to practice is required. - A certification in occupational safety & health from an International professional society/board is desirable. - An internationally recognized certification as a trainer/ instructor in occupational safety & health and Emergency Medical Response (MIMMS, TECC, or equivalent) is desirable. Experience: - A minimum of five (5) years (with master's degree) or seven (7) years (with bachelor's degree) of progressively responsible experience in Occupational Health field with emphasis on adult learning, training, logistics, and project management is required. - At least two (2) years of experience in developing and delivering medical training programmes is desirable. - Experience working in a multi-cultural or international environment, field mission or post conflict environment outside home country is desirable. - Experience in planning and coordinating training programmes is desirable. - At least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in clinical practice, training, occupational safety & health, or a directly related field with a significant safety component is required. - Demonstrated experience in occupational safety & health, environmental health, workplace safety or risk sciences or related areas is desirable. - Experience in developing, implementing, and coordinating OSH programs and support services in, to or for UN field operation or UN Country Teams or similar international organization is desirable. - Experience in planning and communicating activity safety plans is desirable. - Experience in a Fragility, Conflict and Violence (FCV) country is desirable. Language: - Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. - Working knowledge in Arabic is desirable. **Note: Please upload copies of your academic qualifications, specialized academic or professional training in Occupational Health and Safety, valid license to practice, and 3 latest UNCS Performance Evaluations (if applicable).** Please note that continuance of appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period. Disclaimer [Important information for US Permanent Residents ('Green Card' holders)](https://jobs.undp.org/cj_us_permanent_card_holders.cfm) Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. 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UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence. At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job ? it is a calling. UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for personal and professional development that will help them develop a fulfilling career while delivering on a rewarding mission. We pride ourselves on a culture that helps staff thrive, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. For every child, good Health The UNICEF Programme of Cooperation with the Government of the Republic of Zambia (GRZ) is designed to address and mitigate the threat of poverty the country's children face, while responding to the needs with interventions addressing the multiple causative factors. To find out more about UNICEF's work in Zambia, please visit How can you make a difference? The Chief Health is responsible for managing and supervising all stages of health programmes/projects (e.g. gender, maternal, neonatal, child survival, emergency preparedness) within the country programme, from strategic planning and formulation to delivery of results. S/he leads and manages the health team including establishing plans of action to achieve concrete and sustainable results according to plans, allocation, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM), as well as UNICEF's Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework, and does so in consultation with the Regional Health Adviser. Key functions/accountabilities: - Managerial leadership - Programme development and planning - Programme management, monitoring and delivery of results - Advisory services and technical support - Advocacy, networking and partnership building - Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building For more details on the post, refer to the Generic Job Profile: 90183 Chief Health Level P4 .pdf To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have? The following minimum requirements: Education: An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: public health/nutrition, pediatric health, family health, health research, global/international health, health policy and/or management, environmental health sciences, biostatistics, socio-medical, health education, epidemiology or another relevant technical field. Work Experience: - A minimum of eight years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas is required: public health/nutrition planning and management, maternal and neonatal health care, or health emergency/humanitarian preparedness. - Experience working in a developing country is considered as an asset. - Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered as an asset. Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required. The following desirables: Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency. Language: Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language. For every Child, you demonstrate... UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values The UNICEF competencies required for this post are? (1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others (8)Nurtures, leads and manages people Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels. UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled. Remarks: As per 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. UNICEF's active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable male candidates, including persons with a disability are encouraged to apply. Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information. All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates. Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: - Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation). 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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 PROGRAMME The objective of the program is to: 1.strengthen vaccine preventable disease control, including increasing and maintaining immunization coverage for all EPI vaccines, conducting surveillance of vaccine preventable diseases; 2. Maintain zero polio case; achieve measles elimination,3. Introduce new and under utilized vaccine and 4. Transfer technology for the laboratory diagnosis of Vaccine Preventable Diseases DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES The incumbent is responsible to carry out the following activities related to immunization and vaccine development to assist national immunization programme and Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Bangladesh: i)Strengthen Immunization systems and specifically: 1. Develop and apply innovative methods to increase and maintain access to high immunization coverage in hard to reach and difficult areas 2. Plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate the introduction of new vaccines that have been planned or under consideration by government of Bangladesh, I.e., Human Papilloma vaccine, Japanese encephalitis vaccine and Rota virus vaccine. 3. Facilitates strengthening urban immunization strategic plan. Assist the authorities in capacity building, monitoring and review of urban immunization activities including surveillance in city corporations and municipalities. 4. Assist in preparing country specific training materials and guidelines in support of the above. 5. Facilitate integration of other public health interventions to immunization 6. Facilitate strengthening of health systems for immunization 7. Provide support for implementation and monitoring of GAVI supported activities 8. Provide support for implementation and monitoring of COVID vaccination 9. i. Establish and institutionalize Immunization monitoring system including dashboards, review meetings and app-based dashboards ii) Support in, implementation, monitoring and evaluation national measles, rubella and CRS elimination strategic plan iii) Develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate integrated surveillance of AFP, Measles, Neonatal Tetanus, Japanese Encephalitis, rota and IBD iv) Facilitate implementation of national plan for polio eradication in line with global polio eradication and support smooth polio transition as per Polio Transition plan with special focus on polio legacy planning to use lessons learn from polio eradication and polio infrastructure for other priority public health interventions in Bangladesh) Work closely with other categories in WCO BAN towards integrated services and systems strengthening 10. Submission of assignment report on end of contract (mandatory); and 11. Any other duties assigned by the supervisor or WHO Representative REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education Essential: Medical degree with postgraduate degree in epidemiology/ public health/ control of communicable disease. Desirable: Training in field epidemiology, emergencies Experience Essential: At least seven (7) years of experience in EPI and vaccine preventable disease control some of which should have been obtained in an international context in communicable disease control. Desirable: Experience in new vaccine introduction, polio eradication, measles elimination and resource mobilization. Skills Essential: Demonstrated knowledge of communicable disease control, epidemiology, and laboratory diagnosis specifically for EPI diseases. Knowledge of clinical and laboratory surveillance. Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated willingness and ability to work effectively with colleagues at national and international level. Desirable: Experience of EPI programme management in developing countries. WHO Competencies Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond Ensuring the effective use of resources Creating an empowering and motivating environment Use of Language Skills Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Desirable: REMUNERATION WHO 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 77,326 (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 3273 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 INFORMATION - 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 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.int - 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](https://www.who.int/about/who-we-are/our-values) 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. 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CONTEXTE MdM Suisse est présent en Haïti depuis 1995. Actuellement nous réalisons 3 projets avec un accent opérationnel sur les violences basées sur le genre (VBG) et la santé et droits sexuels et reproductifs. Nos zones d'intervention sont dans des quartiers défavorisés de Port au Prince, dans la région Goâvienne ainsi que la région de Jacmel. La mission de MdM Suisse en Haïti a grandi au cours des années passées dans un contexte d'instabilité politique et d'insécurité croissante. Le bureau de la coordination MdM Suisse en Haïti est basé à Pétionville dans la zone métropolitaine de Port au Prince et des bases sont actives à Petit Goâve et Jacmel. Au total MdM Suisse emploie actuellement 34 employés.es en Haïti. En Haïti, MdM Suisse collabore avec les autres chapitres MdM présents dans le pays – MdM Canada et MdM Argentine. Nous réalisons des projets conjointement et travaillons pour un partage accru de ressources humaines entres les chapitres. VOTRE POSITIONNEMENT DANS LA STRUCTURE Vous êtes directement subordonné.e au responsable de programme du siège. VOS ACTIVITÉS PRINCIPALES Planification stratégique, gestion, supervision et suivi du programme - Assurer une veille contextuelle et sanitaire afin d'identifier les besoins humanitaires/de développement, et les opportunités de projets dans le pays. - Initier, stimuler et animer les différentes phases du cycle de projet du programme de MdM en Haïti. - Coordonner l'élaboration et la mise en œuvre du programme pays de MdM Suisse en Haïti assurer la cohérence entre le programme et la stratégie globale de MdM Suisse. - Superviser la mise en œuvre globale du programme et en assurer la qualité, en étroite collaboration avec son équipe. - Coordonner des missions exploratoires dans de nouvelles zones géographiques et potentiellement pour de nouvelles thématiques. - Assurer la sélection, l'évaluation, la planification du renforcement et le suivi des partenaires locaux. - Assurer l'élaboration des propositions de projets, tant sur les activités que sur le budget. - Assurer la mise en œuvre, le monitoring opérationnel et l'évaluation des projets dans le respect des budgets, objectifs et indicateurs (indicateurs projets et indicateurs programmes). - Superviser la rédaction des rapports de projets (narratifs et budgétaires) à l'attention du siège, des autorités, partenaires et bailleurs de fonds. - Garantir l'organisation des missions de suivi ayant lieu dans le pays. Représentation, coordination et recherche de financement avec les autorités nationales, régionales et locales, les acteurs humanitaires et de développement, les bailleurs de fonds, les associations locales de la société civile, les bénéficiaires des projets - Assurer la coordination avec les principaux acteurs humanitaires/développement intervenant dans les mêmes zones et participe activement aux réunions de coordination générale ou sectorielle (santé, social, éducation, etc) et aux réunions CHINGO (réseau de coordination des ONGs internationales). - Assurer la visibilité et la représentation de MdM Suisse dans le pays. - Assurer les liens avec les autorités nationales, régionales et locales concernées par les projets. - Elaborer la stratégie de financement pays. - Assurer la représentation auprès des bailleurs de fonds présents dans le pays. - Assurer la recherche active d'opportunités de financements dans le pays. - Assurer le suivi du respect des obligations des contrats bailleurs, le suivi de la consommation et produire les demandes d'amendements. - Entretenir des liens étroits et réguliers avec les partenaires de la société civile impliqués dans les programmes et les activités de plaidoyer. - Assurer la représentation de MdM auprès des acteurs des projets et des bénéficiaires. Management des ressources humaines - Assurer le management d'une équipe de 34 collaborateurs.rices. - Superviser la gestion globale des ressources humaines : recrutements, réalisation de fiches d'objectifs, évaluations annuelles des postes, suivi des dossiers du personnel national selon la loi nationale et les procédures de MdM-Suisse, gestion administrative du personnel national, respect de la grille salariale, formation continue des employés, etc. - Superviser la déclinaison, la mise en œuvre et le respect des outils RH nationales. - Assurer l'identification et le calibrage des besoins RH au sein du programme dans le pays de la mission. - Assurer la cohésion d'équipe, le bien-être au travail, organiser et animer les rencontres d'équipes (réunions de coordination hebdomadaires, réunions all staff mensuelles, ateliers annuels de coordination et de team-building). - Assurer la mise en place des briefings et débriefings du personnel national et international (contexte, sécurité, programmes, etc.). - Superviser le processus de renouvellement des visas, ordres de missions, permis de travail pour le personnel international de la coordination en Haïti. Gestion financière, administrative, logistique et sécurité MdM est dans le processus de recrutement d'un point focal sécurité en Haïti, partagé entre les 3 chapitres. Les responsabilités dans ce domaine peuvent varier de la description ci-dessous, en fonction de l'avancement de ce recrutement. - Superviser et coordonner la formalisation du budget de référence du pays et sa révision annuelle. - Assurer le monitoring des budgets, leur analyse et leur révision en fonction des suivi financiers. - Assurer la validation des demandes d'approvisionnement. - Superviser la gestion administrative, financière et logistique des programmes et de la mission (cycles mensuels, sécurité des fonds, plans de trésorerie) et valider les comptabilités mensuelles en veillant à la conformité des dépenses avec les règles des bailleurs de fonds. - Assurer la déclinaison, la mise en œuvre et le respect des outils financiers, administratifs, logistiques et sécurité dans le pays de la mission. - Coordonner les audits financiers terrains. - Assurer et suivre la bonne existence et le bon renouvellement des procédures complètes pour l'enregistrement de MdM par les autorités. - Assurer une veille par rapport à la législation et aux normes locales potentiellement applicables pour MdM Suisse (loi du travail, lois sur les taxes et revenus, lois sur l'immigration...). - Superviser la gestion de la logistique, coordonner la planification et le suivi des plans d'achats et veiller au respect des procédures et règles logistiques. - Assurer la gestion quotidienne de la sécurité des équipes et du programme (mise en œuvre et actualisation du manuel de sécurité, veille géopolitique continue, supervision de la mise en place des procédures de gestion de la sécurité, socialisation des documents sécuritaires, formation des équipes terrains quand nécessaire). - Assurer la responsabilité de toute décision liée à la sécurité pour MdM Suisse en Haïti en collaboration avec le siège. Communication et plaidoyer - Elaborer et mettre en œuvre une stratégie de plaidoyer. - Coordonner et assurer la mise en œuvre d'un plan de communication institutionnelle dans le pays. - Coordonner les contacts avec le siège en termes de communication pour la valorisation des activités menées en Haïti et le respect de la charte de communication. - Représenter MdM Suisse sur le terrain vis-à-vis des médias et autres partenaires de communication CONDITIONS D'EMPLOI Poste national ou expatrié (statut famille non-ouvert) basé à Port-au-Prince. Préférence sera donnée à un.e candidat.e national.e. Salaire selon grille salariale MdM, âge et expérience valorisés. L'organisation applique une politique ferme en matière de prévention de l'exploitation, des abus et du harcèlement sexuel. En postulant, vous vous engagez à garantir un comportement en adéquation avec les valeurs défendues. DÉLAI DE POSTULATION ET ENTRÉE EN FONCTION Délai de postulation : les candidatures seront traitées par ordre d'arrivée jusqu'à ce que le poste soit pourvu. Le délai final de postulation est fixé au 13 mai 2024. Seules les candidatures en cohérence avec le profil recherché seront traitées et obtiendront une réponse écrite. Entrée en fonction : début juin 2024. Adressez vos lettres de motivation, CV, copies de diplômes et références de trois employeurs (supérieur hiérarchique et/ou service RH) avec lesquels vous avez collaboré dans les 5 dernières années à rh@medecinsdumonde.ch, mention Genco Haïti. Savoirs · Formation supérieure en sciences sociales et politiques/sciences humaines/management, finances, business/économie, commerce. · Formation complémentaire en gestion de projet/santé publique/santé communautaire/DSSR/Genre. · Français (langue maternelle ou maitrise parfaite) et Anglais (très bonnes connaissances à l'écrit et à l'oral). Savoir-faire · Expérience professionnelle d'au moins 3 ans à un poste similaire à l'international, dans le domaine de la santé un atout. · Expérience avérée de la gestion du cycle de projet dans la coopération au développement (planification, suivi, évaluation). Expérience en gestion de projet d'urgence un atout · Expérience avérée en management-gestion d'équipe et gestion budgétaire/financière. · Expérience avérée en matière de gestion sécuritaire dans des contextes multirisques. · Expérience de bailleurs de fonds internationaux. · Capacité d'analyses politiques fines dans un contexte complexe. · Excellente compétence rédactionnelle. · Maîtrise des outils informatiques. Logiciel Saga un atout. Savoir-être · Leadership et bienveillance (capacité à créer du lien et à prendre soin de ses collaborateurs.rices). · Excellentes aptitudes en matière de communication. · Diplomatie, neutralité, aptitude en négociation et tact dans les relations interinstitutionnelles et communautaires. · Sens des responsabilités et loyauté. · Esprit d'analyse, de synthèse et bon jugement. · Capacité à travailler de manière autonome et flexible en s'adaptant au changement. · Bonne gestion du stress et de la frustration. · Aptitude à prendre des initiatives orientées vers la recherche de solutions. · Flexibilité et proactivité vis-à-vis d'un contexte changeant. · Flexibilité sur les conditions de travail. · Engagement. · Calme et aptitude à se remettre en question.
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence. At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job ? it is a calling. UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for personal and professional development that will help them develop a fulfilling career while delivering on a rewarding mission. We pride ourselves on a culture that helps staff thrive, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. For every child, social change Guided by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, the UNICEF Nutrition Strategy 2020-2030 sets forth UNICEF's vision: a world where all children, adolescents and women realize their right to nutrition. UNICEF's nutrition programmes aim to prevent child malnutrition in all its forms across the life cycle, and to ensure the early detection and treatment of children suffering from life-threatening malnutrition when prevention efforts fall short. UNICEF's Nutrition Strategy calls for a systems approach to improving nutrition outcomes through the implementation of nutrition-specific interventions across five systems: food, health, water and sanitation, education, and social protection. These systems have the greatest potential to deliver on the Strategy's goal to protect and promote nutritious diets, essential nutrition services, and positive nutrition practices that support optimal nutrition for all children, everywhere. With the largest nutrition workforce globally, UNICEF is continuously striving to attract highly qualified, professional and diverse talent to contribute to the delivery of the Nutrition Strategy. How can you make a difference? Under the supervision of the Senior Adviser, Nutrition (Governance and Partnerships), Child Nutrition and Development, the Programme Planning and Partnerships Specialist will support the planning, partnerships and knowledge management/communication functions of the Child Nutrition and Development team. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have? Programme Planning & Reviews - Support work planning and review processes of the section by providing clear guidelines, tracking decisions, and facilitating follow-up actions. - Assure quality of work plans including accuracy of coding. - Organize and implement milestone events including mid- and end-year reviews, engaging other stakeholders as necessary. - Coordinate planning activities and develop tools to improve team efficiency. - Contribute to strategic planning milestones including the OMP, Mid-Term Review and UNICEF's annual/mid-year reports including the Annual Results Assessment Report (RAM), Executive Director's Annual Report (EDAR) and the Nutrition Chapter of the 2023 Goal Area 1 Annual Results Report: Every Child Survives and Thrives (GARR). - Monitor key performance indicators and results, aggregating data to support analyses in collaboration with operations and finance focal point. - Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of planning documents and reports, adhering to organizational standards and guidelines. Knowledge Management and Dissemination - Strengthen existing mechanisms and tools to share and communicate knowledge on Child Nutrition and Development - Develop and maintain an internal, searchable database of global knowledge products at global level. - Set up Knowledge@UNICEF to share UNCEF technical documents with internal and external audiences. - Promote and support the consistent use of social networking and social media platforms by UNICEF technical experts to share UNICEF's knowledge productss with country, regional, and global audiences. Management Support and Partnerships Coordination - Coordinate technical inputs into UNICEF corporate reports, strategy docs, proposals and briefing notes. - Help establish appropriate and effective management information systems and processes to support management implementation and monitoring. - Develop and implement procedures for smooth liaison with OED, PG and HQ divisions, and coordinate timely responses. - Facilitate Long Term Agreements clarifying sourcing strategy, review process, contract negotiations to ensure best value for money, and manage the submission and approval process. - Compile and review programme documentation for the development of the Annual Management Plan. - Support stakeholders interpret and apply UNICEF policies, strategies, processes and best practices and related issues to enhance programme management, implementation and delivery of results. The following minimum requirements: - An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: Economics, Public Policy, Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Science, or another relevant technical field. - A minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional experience in strategic planning, partnerships management, and knowledge management, including at international level. - Experience in a developing country is an asset. - Experience in working with complex programme coordination activities. - Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of another UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is considered an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate... UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values The UNICEF competencies required for this post are? - Builds and maintains partnerships - Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness - Drive to achieve results for impact - Innovates and embraces change - Manages ambiguity and complexity - Thinks and acts strategically - Works collaboratively with others Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels. UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled. Remarks: Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service. As per 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. Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information. All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates. This post is subject to PBR approval. Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here. 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UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone. And we never give up. For every child, hope The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does - in programmes, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children's rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life - in its social, political, economic, civic, and cultural dimensions - her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education, and protection of a society's most disadvantaged citizens - addressing inequity - not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also accelerating the equitable development of nations. How can you make a difference? The Medicines and Nutrition Center (MNC) is situated within the UNICEF Supply Division in Copenhagen and oversees the procurement and contracting of pharmaceuticals and nutrition products for UNICEF offices globally. Emphasizing timely access to quality products, particularly in emergencies, the MNC plays a pivotal role in ensuring the availability of essential nutrition commodities in low- and middle-income countries (LICs and MICs). The Technical Specialist (Regulatory, Nutrition) will spearhead regulatory support initiatives aimed at enhancing our regional and country regulatory function for UNICEF's nutrition commodities. This position is focused on time-limited projects within the Nutrition product portfolio. The position is a temporary appointment (364 days, with the option for extension). Key functions and responsibilities: - Conduct regulatory mapping to discern market pathways for specific nutritional commodities, fostering in-depth understanding and networks within key countries. - Develop regulatory strategies and lead processes to ensure compliance with international and national regulations in LICs and MICs. - Analyze regulatory decision pathways in selected countries to inform strategic approaches. - Create resources (processes and tools) for UNICEF operations in Nutrition and also to disseminate regulatory information to suppliers, partners, and stakeholders. - Coordinate multiple regulatory activities, including quality documentation submissions, within cross-functional project teams. - Collaborate with the technical team to facilitate documentation submissions for clinical trial projects. - Engage with external stakeholders to advocate for nutrition inclusion in essential medicine lists and other policy documents. Typical regulatory activities include: - Labeling compliance: Ensure product labels meet regulatory requirements, including ingredient lists, nutritional information, and health claims. - Product registration: develop tools and guidance to support the registration process for nutrition products in target countries, liaising with regulatory authorities and liaising with suppliers to compile necessary documentation. - Track and monitor progress of supplier regulatory submissions from application to approval. - Compliance monitoring: Monitor changes in regulatory requirements and ensure ongoing compliance of nutrition products with relevant regulations. - Risk assessment: Conduct risk assessments to evaluate the safety and efficacy of nutrition products, considering factors such as ingredient quality and manufacturing processes. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have? Education - Master's degree or higher in food/nutrition, pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, public health, law, or related field. - Bachelor's degree in relevant field plus additional 3 years of demonstrated progressive experience in regulatory roles. Work Experience - Minimum 7 years of experience in public and/or private sector with strong knowledge of regulatory affairs for nutritional commodities. - Experience in compiling QA-related dossiers for regulatory submissions, including international compliance requirements. - Familiarity with the global regulatory environment, international regulatory forums and/or LICs and MICs. - Experience working with regulatory authorities and standard-setting bodies is advantageous. Languages - Proficiency in English is required. Proficiency in another UN working language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) is an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate... UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values UNICEF competencies required for this post are? (1)Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others. During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here. UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. Remarks: Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. UNICEF 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 at: UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. 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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 PROGRAMME All Member States of WHO in the European Region share the common value of the highest attainable standard of health as a fundamental human right.All of WHO's actions are based on this and rooted in the underlying value of equity as described in the General Programme of Work. The 13th General Programme of Work defines the mission of WHO as one to promote health, to keep the world safe, and to protect the vulnerable. The GPW calls for heightened accountability, prioritizing impact and outcome at country level, and to improve the lives of three billion people, through universal health coverage, through addressing health emergencies, and promoting healthier populations.WHO's mandate revolves around six core functions: (i) providing leadership on global health matters; (ii) shaping the health research agenda; (iii) setting norms and standards; (iv) articulating evidence-based policy options; (v) providing technical support to countries; and (vi) monitoring and assessing health trends.The European Region (EURO) of WHO is made up of 53 countries, with over 880 million people. The diversity of people and health situations requires, on the demand side, a solid understanding of the emerging socio-economic, epidemiologic and demographic patterns and trends at both aggregate as well as national and sub-national levels, with due sensitivity to disadvantaged populations and vulnerable segments of the society. On the supply side, it is equally crucial to have a solid understanding of the commonalities and divergences of the health systems, the circumstances and political economy under which they have evolved and operate and, more specifically, how these bear upon the way the health system stewardship function of health ministries is carried out.The WHO Country Office supports the Member State to shape its health policy in line with WHO's principles and values and advocates for an integrated approach to health development. By means of a single, unified and functionally integrated country representation, WHO facilitates the implementation of the GPW13 and particularly BCA with the Member State and its corresponding country work plan. WHO helps the country to improve its health system, facilitates policy dialogue and provides technical support as necessary. The WHO country office administers, consolidates, manages and enhances WHO collaboration in the country including all resources deployed in the country either permanently or temporarily to maximize WHO impact. The Country Office also has a representational, fund-raising and resource steering function, as needed. The aim of the Division of Health Emergencies and Communicable Diseases (DEC) in the WHO Regional Office for Europe is: --> to improve health security across the WHO European Region by maintaining regional alert and response operations and assisting countries in building their capacity for surveillance systems, preparedness for, and response to all health emergencies, in line with the requirements of the International Health Regulations and specific country risks; --> to promote WHO's leadership in health emergencies and communicable disease prevention and control, including through relevant regional initiatives and specific research projects; --> to assist countries in the Region to design, establish and run effective health programmes that are able to tackle the burden of communicable diseases, particularly, HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, especially M/XDR-TB, viral hepatitis, influenza, malaria, antimicrobial resistance and vaccine-preventable diseases through strengthened immunization programmes and to achieve/maintain regional elimination/eradication goals as for measles, rubella, malaria, and poliomyelitis; --> to ensure, within EURO, the availability of state-of-the-art competency to provide high level technical support to Member States of the Region, in collaboration with Headquarters and in close partnership with relevant institutions of the Region.Within DEC, the Vaccine-preventable Diseases and Immunization (VPI) programme aims to reduce disease and death caused by vaccine-preventable diseases including surveillance and response with emphases on the parts of the region, where the support is needed the most. Specific attention is paid to the relationships between the burden of disease, the relevant risk factors and the actions needed at country and inter-country level. VPI provides technical inputs into implementation of WHO's Biennial Collaborative Agreements with countries, aimed at prevention and control of diseases through strengthening immunization system. It supports Member States in designing and implementing evidence based decision making, assessing the burden of disease and monitoring progress towards reducing death and disability, by integrating these activities with management and dissemination of technical knowledge through strengthening of disease surveillance and response systems and public health programmes and services including supporting the introduction of new vaccines to ensure the benefits of the vaccines are offered to all individuals. The VPI unit develops norms and standards, guidance and tools to assist countries to implement effective disease control and elimination programmes. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES The purpose of this position is to assist the Ministry of Health (MOH) of Ukraine in strengthening the immunization programme through the provision of in-country technical assistance and guidance on good governance. This position will enable the WHO Regional Office for Europe (WHO/EURO) to be more responsive and to play a leading role in improving the standards, efficiency and preparedness of the national immunization programme in Ukraine. It will also strengthen the coordination, resource mobilization and technical assistance offered to Ukraine by WHO and other partners.Key duties: Under the overall guidance of the Head of WHO Office in Ukraine, and direct supervision of the Programme Manager, VPI at the WHO European Regional Office in Copenhagen, the incumbent will undertake the following specific responsibilities: 1. Oversee and coordinate the development, implementation, technical assistance to, and evaluation of, the national programmes for vaccine preventable diseases and immunization. The work will be in line with the regional vaccine-preventable disease targets and objectives with a primary focus on sustaining the Region's polio-free status, and controlling other vaccine-preventable diseases, such as measles and rubella. 2. Lead the development of knowledge translation of evidence-based recommendations on VPI priority topics for incorporation in country policies and provide technical support and coordinate with other partners the implementation of comprehensive activities and tools, supporting measures to reduce the burden of vaccine preventable diseases; collaborate closely with WHO regional and country offices, UN agencies, non-governmental organizations in delivering this task. Support the adaptation, monitoring and evaluation of these recommendations. 3. Provide continuous support to the MOH of Ukraine, as WHO's primary counterpart on immunization. Assist MOH with implementation of the polio preparedness activities and lead WHO support on outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases in Ukraine. 4. Support the MOH of Ukraine in developing, implementing and evaluating national immunization programme (NIP) strategies at national and local levels, in updating and adapting relevant guidelines, materials and tools, performing training needs assessments, and organizing and implementing training activities. 5. Serve as a primary technical supervisor of the VPI Team in Ukraine and coordinate the work in carrying out daily routine support tasks to the National Immunization Programme. 6. Support the Head of WHO Office in Ukraine on resource mobilization and provide budget oversight and reporting for WHO immunization activities, initiatives and projects in Ukraine. 7. Guide the Ukrainian national programme towards certification of poliovirus eradication and verification of measles and rubella elimination. 8. Report on status and progress made by immunization programmes in Ukraine to the Head of WHO Office in Ukraine and to the VPI Programme Manager, to donors and partners as required. Provide reports to WHO/EURO VPI advisory bodies and commissions (ETAGE, RCC, RVC) as requested by the VPI Programme Manager. 9. Facilitate and coordinate VPI staff and high-level immunization partner visits, technical reviews and missions to Ukraine as appropriate. 10. Collaborate closely with UNICEF and other partners to ensure an aligned and harmonized work plan, implementation, generation of resources, management of assessments and mobilizing funds. 11. To undertake related duties as required. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education Essential: Medical degree with post-graduate training in epidemiology and immunization and/or an advanced degree, such as MPH, in research/public health. Desirable: PhD. Experience Essential: Over 7 years of experience, including at least 3 years at the international level, in the field of vaccine preventable diseases and immunization, research and programmatic aspects of control of vaccine preventable diseases and elimination. Working experience in developing countries. Experience in monitoring and evaluation of VPD control programmes. Desirable: Skills Extensive, up-to-date medical and scientific knowledge of epidemiology of vaccine-preventable diseases, and appropriate evidence-based interventions, services and programmes in the field of vaccine preventable diseases. WHO Competencies Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Producing results Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond Use of Language Skills Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of French RussianGerman. REMUNERATION WHO 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 77,326 (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 2397 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 INFORMATION - 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 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.int - 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](https://www.who.int/about/who-we-are/our-values) 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. 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UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence. At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job ? it is a calling. UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for personal and professional development that will help them develop a fulfilling career while delivering on a rewarding mission. We pride ourselves on a culture that helps staff thrive, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. Strategic office context and purpose for the job: The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children's rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society's most disadvantaged citizens addressing inequity not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations. Strategic office context: UNICEF Supply Division (SD), based in Copenhagen, is responsible for overseeing UNICEF's global procurement and logistics operation. The Division supports UNICEF Country Offices and partners in achieving UNICEF's priorities by procuring goods and services that meet high standards of quality, ensuring their timely delivery and fit for purpose. Job organizational context This position is within the Health Technology Centre (HTC) in UNICEF Supply Division. HTC provides oversight and technical guidance to UNICEF country programmes and partners in procurement of medical devices including in vitro diagnostics medical devices and long-lasting insecticides nets (LLINs) and essential health commodities ensuring that products procured and delivered are fit for purpose. For every child, Health How can you make a difference? Purpose for the job The incumbent will collaborate with key internal and external partners in formulating policy guidelines, defining quality and regulatory requirements and applying them to UNICEF procurement of in vitro diagnostics medical devices with a specific focus on Point of Care Diagnostics for children and emergency use in primary and community health settings. The incumbent will use specialized commodity knowledge, in communication with counterparts in field offices and Programme Division, to establish technical specifications, standards and guidelines for laboratory and point of care diagnostic equipment and supplies requisitioned by UNICEF programmes, specialized UN agencies, governments and non-governmental organizations and will provide technical guidance and advice on the selection and use of these products to ensure availability and access to fit for purpose in vitro diagnostics. Summary of key functions/accountabilities: - Conducts market research, provides analyses, background information, recommendations for improving the suitability and range of products within specialized area, resulting in more appropriate equipment, better delivery and lower costs. - Creates awareness and understanding of the need for as well as advocates for adequate quality standards and do-no-harm policies. - Reviews and analyzes UNICEF's in vitro diagnostics product portfolio, background information and supply guidance, and implement recommendations for improving the suitability and range of products, resulting in more appropriate equipment, better delivery and lower costs of ownership. - Reviews and develops technical product specifications, quality and regulatory requirements to ensure completeness and appropriateness. - Develop product guidance notes, technical bulletins and contribute to diagnostics market notes and guide countries on product selection. - Collaborates with UNICEF Programme Group, Regional Advisers, WHO and other key partners in the diagnostics space and contributes to the formulation of in vitro diagnostics policy guidelines. - Coordinates and monitors updates of technical specifications for a portfolio of in vitro diagnostic devices included in both the UNICEF database and catalogue. - Prepare, conduct and/or manage the technical adjudication of tenders for clinical laboratory and point of care diagnostics. - Supports the Procurement Services Centre in preparing cost estimates for special projects on laboratory and in vitro diagnostics and related services including monitoring timeliness and quality of technical screens. - Provide guidance and advice to country offices and governments by assisting in needs assessments in programmes or projects aimed at improving access to in vitro diagnostics services and patient access to results. - Develop and/or contribute to monitoring and evaluation of special projects aimed at improving access to diagnostics services and patient access to results. - Coordinates cross-center review of in vitro diagnostics needed for emergency response to ensure that products included in emergency response kits are available in the right quality and quantity at the right time. - Support and contribute to the development of target product profiles (TPPs) for new / innovative products in collaboration with UNICEF internal and external stakeholders. - Manages a portfolio of in vitro diagnostics and acts as a material owner for a specific commodity group. - Contributes to development of HTC strategies and work plans, supervises guides and trains staff and evaluates performance. - Any other duties or assignments as requested by the supervisor. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have? The following minimum requirements: Education: Advanced university degree in clinical laboratory sciences, biomedical sciences. Specialist knowledge and training in vitro diagnostics medical devices quality and regulatory requirements is required. Experience: Minimum 5 years of progressive work professional experience in clinical laboratory and procurement of diagnostics. Field experience in developing countries managing clinical laboratories and knowledge of policy issues related to in vitro diagnostics use and procurement. Language Requirements: Proficiency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN language is an added advantage. For every Child, you demonstrate... UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values The UNICEF competencies required for this post are? (1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels. UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled. Remarks: As per 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. UNICEF's active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable candidates are encouraged to apply. Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information. All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates. Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here. 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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 PROGRAMME The mission of the WHO Health Emergencies Programme (The Programme) is to help countries, and to coordinate international action, to prevent, prepare for, detect, rapidly respond to, and recover from outbreaks and emergencies. The Emergency Operations program area (EMO) uses established internal and external frameworks to strengthen the response capabilities, supply chains, partnerships and standards that need to be in place before, during and after a health emergency. This involves establishing regional standards for response, platforms for coordination, and operational support mechanisms, upon which timely and appropriate emergency operations can be deployed, leveraging relevant national and international capacities. It also involves developing and deploying internal and external expertise for acute and protracted emergency management, as well as for the scale down and recovery from emergencies. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES In the context of the WHO Health Emergencies Incident Management System (IMS), the incumbent will lead WHO's health information management pillar and team. The incumbent will perform the following duties: - Develop and implement a regional strategy for Emergency Response Health Information Management based on a collaborative and integrative approach to public health intelligence, health situation analysis, and health information management. - Lead WHO/Europe's work to enhance country Emergency Response Information Management Systems (ERIMS), providing technical support to countries wishing to increase data readiness for all hazards. Develop and improve information management procedures at the country and regional levels to ensure that information management in the field provides the best possible functionality and usability to stakeholders. - Oversee and design field epidemiological or health service availability surveys (including HeRAMS) if/where needed, with support to other technical teams as required. Lead support to country teams in conducting health needs assessments or surveys during emergencies (including, household, community, or health facility levels) and lead WHO contributions to multi-sector needs assessment surveys for health as defined in the WHO ERF and the IASC guidelines. - Manage the timely and high-quality collection, analysis, production and dissemination of health assessments, health data/information during complex emergencies. This includes response specific information (what, where, who, how many, how quickly, current status), internal and external situation reports (SitReps), bulletins, rapid needs assessments, and the Public Health Situation Analysis; and health inputs into humanitarian needs overviews (HNO), and strategic response plans (SRP). - Build the capacity of country and regional teams involved in the planning and data/information management process; provide ongoing technical guidance and training on data gathering and analysis, quality assurance, performance monitoring, information dissemination and management. Support health sector/cluster data management teams, as well as support to inter-cluster coordination. - Lead the development and implementation of projects based on the overall strategy and plan, for use by the emergency leadership to mobilize resources. - Promote a culture of continuous learning and innovation, including multidisciplinary and cross-cutting approaches to preparing for and managing emergency operations. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education Essential: An advanced university degree (Master's level or above) in Information Management, Public Health, or Epidemiology, complemented by training in information management from an accredited/recognized institute. Desirable: Specialization in information management systems. Specific training in humanitarian response or information management in emergencies. Experience Essential: At least 7 years of related experience in information management, monitoring, needs assessment, project management, data management and information dissemination in the public health sector or health development sector, at national and international levels, part of which in emergency management or humanitarian context in leadership positions. Experience in developing and promoting collaborative partnerships. Desirable: Prior emergency experience with WHO, health cluster partners, recognized humanitarian organizations, other UN agencies or with an international nongovernmental organization. Skills Demonstrated knowledge and experience in operational support responses to epidemics and other public health emergencies and information management at country level. Advanced ability to design, manage, analyze and coordinate complex health information system projects, computer-based applications and databases, web-based tools. High level analytical skills. Knowledge of humanitarian architectures, functioning of WHO and the UN system is an asset. WHO Competencies Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Knowing and managing yourself Promoting innovation and organizational learning Creating an empowering and motivating environment Use of Language Skills Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of Official UN language. REMUNERATION WHO 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 77,326 (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 5355 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 INFORMATION - 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 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.int - 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](https://www.who.int/about/who-we-are/our-values) 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. 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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME The mission of WHO's Health Emergencies Programme (The Programme) is to help countries, and to coordinator international action, to prevent, prepare for, detect, rapidly respond to, and recover from outbreaks and emergencies DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES During deployment, the duty station may change, and duties may be modified, based upon the technical needs of the Programme. Depending on the level and complexity of the incident, the incumbent might be performing all or some of the following duties: • Manage the team, guide, and ensure implementation of the response plan. Set standards and norms, develop and disseminate technical guidance and validate training, resource mobilization and communication materials. • Under the guidance of the Incident Manager, manage the coverage of all health operations in support to the MOH, work with partners and facilitate the implementation of WHO's most effective prevention, control and response measures. Health resources availability and populations needs: 1. In close collaboration with the Health Cluster and the Health Information Management teams, oversee the implementation of in-depth health sector assessments using harmonized tools, and agreed needs analysis methodology. 2. Actively participate in the Health Cluster needs assessments, including Multi Cluster/Sector Initial Rapid Assessments and Humanitarian Needs Overviews. Communicable diseases: 1. Ensure the planning and implementation of communicable diseases programmes addressing the risk of outbreak and/or health emergency, co-develop action plans for interventions in high-risks groups and recommend measures for special attention. 2. Monitor the early prevention, detection, verification, assessment and investigation of any risks of outbreaks and the dissemination of data related to the occurrence of outbreaks. 3. Manage the rapid response teams responsible for the rapid investigation of alerts, field risk assessments and early response. 4. Support the information systems on communicable diseases and the monitoring of progress towards universal health coverage (UHC) facilitating integration with the national health information systems. 5. Conduct the periodic reporting and treatment of communicable diseases activities. 6. Ensure that the messages are technically sound and socio-culturally appropriate to induce, engage and empower stakeholders in the prevention, mitigation, and control of risks Health service delivery. 7. Assist the national authorities in undertaking vulnerability assessments combining data from the health sector and the social determinants of health, to prioritize interventions according to the severity of needs in the different areas affected by emergencies. 8. Support national authorities and partners on equipping the health facilities with the necessary infrastructure, equipment, drugs, public health laboratories and blood safety, and medical supplies to address the existing and foreseen risks and to prevent the dissemination of infectious diseases within the facilities. 9. Monitor that health facilities provide quality preventive and curative health care to the affected population and continue to deliver routine essential health services in addition to responding to the cause of the crisis. Make appropriate recommendations where necessary. 10. Support capacity-building and training of local staff on best preventive, diagnostic, control and curative knowledge, practices and standards. Prevention and control measures. 11. Make recommendations and give guidance on relevant courses of actions to be taken in affected as well as non-affected areas/countries in order to prevent and/or control cause of excess morbidity and mortality. 12. Provide technical assistance on vaccination, enhanced surveillance, vector control, infection control (including personal protection), enhanced sanitation and hygiene, increased provision of water and/or nutrients, prepositioning of drugs and medical supplies, etc. Sciences and research: 13. Conduct research in etiology, physiopathology, transmission, reliable and rapid diagnostic, effective prevention, and treatment of any of the causes of excess morbidity and mortality of the affected population and recommend remedial actions. 14. Perform all other related duties as assigned. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education Essential: Advanced university degree (Master's level or above) in medicine, public health, epidemiology, tropical medicine, health systems/services administration or related field. First university degree in medicine or public health from an accredited/recognized institute. Desirable: Specialized training in emergency management; specific training in humanitarian response. Experience Essential: At least seven years of related experience, at the national and international levels, in health operations, with proven experience in managing outbreaks and health emergencies. Related experience in managing human and financial resources. Desirable: • Relevant work experience in outbreaks and/or health emergency management. • Related experience in development and implementation of strategies and action plans within WHO and/or UN agencies. • Experience working in relevant nongovernmental, health cluster partners or humanitarian organizations Skills • Demonstrated skills in and knowledge of the rapid response operations and their implementation in emergencies as related to public health, complemented by demonstrated ability to identify and manage difficult situations. • Proven skills to manage multidisciplinary and multinational staff. • Comprehensive knowledge of the theory, principles, methods and techniques of public health, communicable diseases and health service delivery. WHO Competencies The Enhanced WHO Global Competency Model can be found at https://intranet.who.int/homes/pml/documents/enhanced who global competency model_february 2015.pdf Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond Driving the Organization's Position in Health Leadership Creating an empowering and motivating environment Use of Language Skills Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of Another WHO Official. REMUNERATION WHO 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 77,326 (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 1940 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 INFORMATION - 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 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.int - 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](https://www.who.int/about/who-we-are/our-values) 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. 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Role & Responsibilities Working as an important member of a diverse team who are committed to serve the world's most vulnerable with practical and compassionate care, the Health Advisor provides technical advice and support to field management and the health staff. Develop, lead, monitor, and evaluate the health aspects of country programme. Coordinate and network at a senior level with national and regional health authorities. Actively participate in health sector coordination supporting the development of quality standards and protocols to improve the overall response. Lead on all health elements of proposals and reports, development of strategy, providing capacity building for national and international staff, promoting best practice in the health programmes, and contributing to overall management of country programme. Project Overview Medair started a multisector response to the Ukrainian crisis in March of 2022. The health response has focused on re-establishing access to primary health care for affected populations and has included re-equipping health facilities with essential supplies and equipment, health facility repairs, training for health care workers and minor infrastructure repairs. Medair has also been providing support to vulnerable people living in the community through the provision of consumable supplies and mobility devices. Mental health and psychosocial support is integrated into the response. The role will involve travel to support our various bases in Ukraine and mentoring Medair staff. Workplace & Working conditions The position is remote with visits to the Country Program. Starting Date / Initial Contract Details June 2024. Full time, 6 months with possible extension. Key Activity Areas Health Project Technical Oversight - Maintain an overview of country health programmes and of regional context, with a view to strategically developing new projects in current sites and/or surrounding areas, and proactively plan for responsible exit when appropriate - Define appropriate policies, guidelines and protocols for medical aspects of Medair's work in country, in consultation with GSO advisors, field managers, and in line with relevant government, Sphere and WHO guidelines - Provide technical support to the health teams in all project sites, including the evaluation and impact analysis of current projects, and the writing of donor proposals and reports within the required timeframes - Carry out regular monitoring visits in conjunction with other field managers, ensuring that project objectives are met within the stated timeframes and in accordance with recognised international standards - Supervise and monitor the development of reporting systems for health data collection (qualitative and quantitative), analysis and follow-up and feedback to relevant staff, donors, partners and other agencies - Develop the country sector strategy in collaboration with the Senior Health and Nutrition Advisor - Work closely with Shelter and MHPSS/protection technical staff and other sectors as needed Representation - Develop and maintain relationships with Ministry of Health, UN, NGOs, donors, partners and other stakeholders, with the objective of raising public awareness of Medair and ensuring good co-operation and partnerships - Accompany donors on field trips, as requested, and ensure programme details are transmitted in a timely and professional manner - Represent Medair, as appropriate, at national health cluster/sector, coordination, sector and bilateral meetings, working groups, with national and/or local government departments and any other relevant meetings or events, facilitating supportive synergies and overall progress in the health sector and avoiding duplication with the work of other agencies (e.g. NGOs, UN, etc) Staff management - Be involved in the recruitment of health staff for the country programme, providing advice on technical skills and experience as requested - Ensure that all health staff are adequately trained and, if necessary, create possibilities for capacity building, mentoring and coaching, within budget constraints. - Support line managers in inductions and appraisals of health staff, particularly regarding technical skills Financial Management - Ensure the health project expenditures are in line with approved budgets, advising on potential under/overspending and recommending appropriate corrective action. Quality Management - Ensure health projects are implemented in line with donor proposals/requirements and in accordance with Medair, donor, country and international standards e.g. Sphere and HAP standards, WHO recommendations, etc. Follow direction of Senior Health and Nutrition Advisor at GSO regarding quality, strategy and technical guidelines - Attend Medair's annual health and nutrition workshop, as well as periodic online meetings, with GSO advisors to keep up to date on recommendations and guidelines for Medair health and nutrition programming Staff Health - Generally, the health advisor has overall responsibility for staff health/occupational health procedures and compliance, and the development of procedures in-country, however with this position being remote it is expected that part of this responsibility would be delegated to a health staff in country. Delegated Responsibilities - Development of and adherence to the in-country health policy, strategy and guidelines in consultation with other relevant field managers and GSO staff - Oversight of the technical aspects of the health projects, including recommendations for health staff objectives, training, promotion and disciplinary action - Take the lead in health aspects of external relations in the country with authorities and government ministries, UN agencies, partner NGOs and donors, in consultation with the Country Director Team Spiritual Life - Reflect the values of Medair with team members, local staff, beneficiaries, and external contacts. - Work, live, and pray together in our Christian faith-based team settings. Fully contribute to the rich spiritual life of your team, including team devotions, prayers, and words of encouragement. - Encouraged to join and contribute to Medair's international prayer network. Qualifications - Clinical degree (nurse or doctor), or Public Health degree - Strong working knowledge of English (spoken and written). Experience - At least 3 years' experience in managing programmes in international public health work, with at least 1 year in humanitarian emergency context - Committed to team-building and able to develop and support other team members - Able to cope with basic living conditions in the field and during field trips - Knowledge of humanitarian principles, Sphere and HAP Standards, as well as other international humanitarian guidelines and protocols - Experience in the design, monitoring of implementation and evaluation of public health programmes How to applyPlease ensure you are fully aware of the: a) [Medair organizational values](https://www.medair.org/jobs/our-culture/) b) Medair is committed to safeguarding the protection of beneficiaries, volunteers, staff and partners, and particularly children. Therefore, we do not employ staff whose background we understand to be unsuitable for working with children. Medair staff are required to give the utmost respect to, and comply with, [Medair's accountability policies and best practices](https://www.medair.org/accountability/). c) [Medair Relief & Recovery Orientation Course (ROC)](https://www.medair.org/jobs/roc/) (which forms part of the recruitment selection process for field positions). Application Process To apply, go to this vacancy on our [Medair Page.](https://www.medair.org/positions/health-nutrition-psychosocial-health-advisor-ukr/) Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed.
Background Nearly one third of all households in Uganda experience financial difficulties every year due to high medical costs. The vision of the Uganda Protestant Medical Bureau (UPMB), a network of Protestant health facilities, is to improve the lives of a large part of the population in Uganda through quality health services. You are located in Kampala, Uganda Job Scope You will support UPMB in digitalisation to enable the further development of health insurance offerings and the strengthening of alternative health financing options. In more detail, you would be responsible for the following: - Advice on setting up a cost-effective, sustainable digital network system with mobile application programmes - Capacity building of UPMB staff to maintain the digital network system - Evaluation of the existing community-based health insurance models and functioning of the existing contracts between health facilities and the health insurance groups - Improvement of the evaluation tools of the health insurance groups and support for the adaptation of the insurance schemes - Development of new and affordable health insurance models - Participation in the establishment of a nationwide network of all health insurance groups and data storage system to improve information processing and support Profile - You have a task-related university degree (Master's level, e.g. public health, social science, business informatics) with relevant further training and at least two years of relevant professional experience - You can adapt the communication of your very good application-oriented knowledge of digitalisation to different needs - Your enjoyment of flexible and solution-oriented cooperation in a team and your business fluent English qualify you to accompany participatory change processes in an intercultural context Citizenship of a Member State of the European Union or Switzerland is required. Benefits provided by Bread for the World and Dienste in Übersee Bread for the World provides a framework in which the professionals of Dienste in Übersee share their knowledge and skills with people of another culture. Supportive cooperation, mutual learning and intercultural exchange are enabled by: - Individual preparation - Three year contract with benefits in accordance with the German Development Aid Workers Act - Coaching
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence. At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job ? it is a calling. UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for personal and professional development that will help them develop a fulfilling career while delivering on a rewarding mission. We pride ourselves on a culture that helps staff thrive, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. For every child, Clean Water Every child has the right to survive and thrive. UNICEF strives to improve the health and nutrition of vulnerable children, adolescents and mothers towards creating a healthy society. Click here to learn more about the exciting work we do for children in Uganda. How can you make a difference? The WASH Manager reports to the Chief CSD (P5) for general guidance and direction. The Manager supports the Chief in managing the WASH unit/output, and in leading the development, preparation, management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the WASH programme within the country programme. The Manager provides technical guidance and management support throughout the programming processes, to ensure the achievement of the WASH-related output results in the country programme. The Manager provides authoritative advisory services to government and sector support agencies and interacts with government at senior levels and with senior staff in the International Development Banks. Summary of key functions/accountabilities: - Management support to the Chief of CSD. - Programme development and planning. - Programme management, monitoring and delivery of results. - Advisory services and technical support. - Advocacy, networking and partnership building. - Humanitarian WASH preparedness and response. - Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building. Details about the roles and responsibilities of the post can be found in the attached JD. JD WASH Manager P4 (64023).pdf To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have? The following minimum requirements: Education: An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: public health, social sciences, behavior change communication, sanitary engineering or another relevant technical field. Additional relevant post-graduate courses that complement/supplement the main degree are required. Work Experience: A minimum of eight years of professional experience in WASH-related programmes for developing countries is required. One year of deployment in a developing country is required. HUMANITARIAN: At least six months of work in humanitarian situations, including one three-month deployment mission (with UN-Govt-INGO), is required. Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required. The following desirables: Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency. Language: Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language. For every Child, you demonstrate... UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values The UNICEF competencies required for this post are? (1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others (8) Nurtures, leads and manages people. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels. UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled. Remarks: As per 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. UNICEF's active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates from industrial countries are encouraged to apply. Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information. All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates. Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: - Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation). 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UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence. At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job ? it is a calling. UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for personal and professional development that will help them develop a fulfilling career while delivering on a rewarding mission. We pride ourselves on a culture that helps staff thrive, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. For every child, good health, Public health emergencies are increasing in frequency and severity, driven by population mobility and displacement, the growth of urbanization and population density, climate change, and by the impact of, often protracted, humanitarian crises. The annual number of outbreaks has increased more than threefold since 1980. UNICEF is involved every year in over 100 responses related to public health events. UNICEF ensures that outbreak response strategies are inclusive of children, women, and vulnerable groups, and adapted to their needs, particularly where public health infrastructure may be weakened by epidemic drivers and structural vulnerabilities. UNICEF preparedness and response to public health emergencies aim to prevent outbreaks, and to detect and respond to them before they can generate high mortality and society disruption. UNICEF addresses the specific needs of the most vulnerable and simultaneously focuses on addressing the outbreak, controlling its spread, and addressing its socio-economic consequences. How can you make a difference? The position strategically represents UNICEF to influence and partake in global public health emergency preparedness, response and policy making. The position leads and participates in joint programming with international organizations and the World Health Organization in support of member states PHE preparedness and response. This is an exciting opportunity to advance competencies in strategic leadership and management, communication, and public health. The staff member has a strong regular working relationship across Programme Group, EMOPS and senior management of HQ Divisions. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have? Representation and Strategic Partnerships in Public Health Emergencies - Liaise with WHO and other Geneva-based public health agencies on behalf of the Associate Director, Health Emergency Preparedness and Response and Regional and Country offices involved in preparedness and response to major public health events, including Emergency Operations and disease specific collaborations. - Support the representation of UNICEF at key external forums related to public health emergencies, epidemic/pandemic meetings convened by partners or alert risk assessments. - Lead coordination of preparedness and response activities to epidemic/pandemic disease events with WHO. - Alert the Public Health Emergencies team and UNICEF leadership of new alerts and risk assessments of diseases of epidemic/pandemic potential launched by WHO. - Contribute to maintain institutional awareness on new and potential public health emergency events, and update on existing ones, based on close collaboration with WHO experts. - Contribute to regular public health emergencies bulletins and ad hoc briefing notes as needed. Technical assistance and country support - Contribute to the development of policy and guidance on public health emergencies. - Contribute to technical and strategic advice to formulate UNICEF's preparedness and response plans for public health emergencies, risk assessments, implementation of activities, situation reports, funding proposals, and monitoring and evaluation reports. - Support countries involved in preparedness and response to public health threats through remote assistance or undertake country missions and field visits to provide surge capacity based on need. Coordination support for public health emergencies - Support UNICEF with interagency processes including partner teleconferences, information and data sharing with partners, identifying opportunities for cross-sectoral and inter-agency collaboration. - Effective communication and networking through partnerships and collaboration. - Coordinated inputs across the organization into fundraising initiatives for public health emergencies from prevention to response. Knowledge management - Contribute to UNICEF's and partners lessons learned from public health emergencies with a focus on children and inter-sectoral actions. - Support UNICEF's engagement in the development and implementation of, and response to, public health emergencies related evaluations. - Identify and support opportunities for awareness-raising on public health emergencies within UNICEF. Communication and advocacy - Support communication and advocacy efforts on public health emergencies in close collaboration with the Associate Director, GCA and other relevant divisions/sections. - Contribute to the necessary technical strategic information to reinforce the collaboration with GCA in public health emergencies. The following minimum requirements: - An advanced university degree (Master's or higher) in Public Health, global/international health, epidemiology and/or related field is required. - A minimum of ten years of professional experience in public health planning and management and/or in relevant areas of health emergency/humanitarian response, at the international level is required. - Relevant experience in managing public health emergency programs in any UN system agency or International non-governmental organization is required. - Experience in leading UNICEF programs during public health emergencies at the field level is required. - Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of another UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is considered an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate... UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values The UNICEF competencies required for this post are? - Builds and maintains partnerships - Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness - Drive to achieve results for impact - Innovates and embraces change - Manages ambiguity and complexity - Thinks and acts strategically - Works collaboratively with others Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels. UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled. Remarks: As per 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. Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information. All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates. Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: - Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation). Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost). - Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation). - Additional services for Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.): - Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. 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