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Senior Communication Manager (C4D) Polio -P5  

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Pakistan, Islamabad, Islamabad

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Date of last update: 02/08/2021

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For 70 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children's survival, protection and development. The world's largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS.

UNICEF is the driving force that helps build a world where the rights of every child are realized. UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is also the world's largest provider of vaccines for developing countries. As a global authority UNICEF is able to influence decision makers at the global level and turn the most innovative ideas into reality.

More than 13,000 staff work with UNICEF, with approximately 85 per located in the field in 190 countries. Seven regional offices and over 124 country offices worldwide, 34 national committees, a research centre in Florence, a supply division in Copenhagen, a shared services centre in Budapest and offices in Berlin, Brussels, Seoul and Tokyo, and UNICEF headquarters in New York and Geneva work on helping children survive and thrive, from early childhood through adolescence.

We employ committed professional to work in our five focus areas: Child Survival and Development, Basic Education and Gender Equality, HIV/AIDS, Child Protection and Policy Advocacy and Partnerships. We also employ staff with expertise in administration and finance, human resources, information technology, supply and logistics as well as external relations and communication. UNICEF's presence in humanitarian crises means that we also seek experts in emergency preparedness and response.

Interested in becoming a champion for every child? Learn more about what we look for and what we offer.

 

Please note that not all types of contracts and advertisements are listed in cinfoPoste. Find all of them, including General Service staff and consultancies as well as specific programmes here. For UNV positions with UNICEF please refer to the UNV page on cinfoPoste or here.

 

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Job description

UNICEF works in some of the world toughest places, to reach the world most disadvantaged children. To save their lives and protect them from disability. To defend their rights. To help them fulfil 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 Polio free world!

 

Pakistan was the sixth country in the world to sign and ratify the Convention on the Rights of the Child, less than one year after it was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1989. However, children and adolescents living in Pakistan still face acute challenges.

 

UNICEF supports the Government of Pakistan to accelerate progress for children, work to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and help children realize their rights under the Convention on the Rights of Children. This will be made through, among other things, strong partnerships with provincial authorities, teachers and health professionals, frontline workers and social mobilisers, communities and families, and of course the children and adolescents themselves. 

 

In particular, UNICEF will work so that:

 

  • Every child survives and thrives -- being in good health, immunized, protected from polio and accessing nutritious food.
  • Every child learns.
  • Every child is protected from violence and exploitation and registered at birth.
  • Every child lives in a safe and clean environment, with access to safe drinking water and adequate sanitation. 

 

To learn more about UNICEF work in Pakistan, please visit the country website www.unicef.org/pakistan and videos on YouTube and Vimeo

 

The Senior Communication Manager (C4D) reports to the Chief Polio Eradication for general guidance and direction. S/He is responsible for developing systematic, planned and evidence-based strategies and approaches for communications and C4D, and to assure that the section is positioned as an integral component of the overall country program. It aims to achieve measurable behavioral and social change at individual, household and community levels, contribute to effective coordination of partners and civil society organizations, to support and sustain polio eradication in Pakistan. Ensure a cross-sectional approach across the UNICEF Pakistan Country office supporting and leveraging an integrated approach with specific attention to health/ EPI, child survival and development.

 

As part of the Pakistan Polio Eradication, the Senior Communication Manager (C4D) will provide technical support and leadership  to Polio eradication efforts under the Communication for Eradication (C4E)  that includes but not limited to overseeing the implementation of a  communication for eradication strategy developed  and the National Emergency Action Plan for Polio Eradication. This requires leadership of the UNICEF team and the expanded GPEI partnership team consisting of staff from the Government, WHO, BMGF and the CDC.  The new strategy focuses on addressing misconceptions around vaccine safety and efficacy by engaging stakeholders and influencers at various levels.  The Senior Communication Manager (C4D) will be responsible for leading the in the GPEI Partners Team to implement the following new and initiatives:

 

  • Perception Management Initiative: Partnerships and alliances with key stakeholders with capacity for mass public engagement and shaping of public opinion, High visibility Sessions with key public opinion shapers, Dissemination of high-quality content through various channels, Coordination Management Cell for PMI, toll free line for direct engagement with the public.
  • Proactive social media engagement: Generating context specific local content and response from local SM platforms, digital and social media influencers engagement for content sharing from their own channels, monitoring and blocking negative content, partnership with FB, engagement through local WhatsApp groups, and similar platforms and apps.
  • Advocacy for generating broader support: Advocacy for Integrating and promoting polio vaccination through other health program; engaging with the Pakistan Pediatric and Pakistan medical associations; engaging with the multi-party Parliamentarians fora for coalition building in support of Polio programme; and engaging with leading universities, think tanks etc. (for example Agha Khan, Quaid-e-Azam, Allam Iqbal, Punjab University etc.)  
  • Social mobilization and community engagement: Formation of key influencer alliances (religious leaders, doctors, teachers, etc.; Mapping of district and UC level influencers; Orientation of district and UC level influencers; Community engagement sessions by key influencers; Mosque based activities; School based activities and other info entertainment activities.
  • Caregiver, family knowledge and motivation: Parental/caregiver engagement through group sessions: Individual counselling sessions with parents of refusal and persistently missed children; Identification and mobilization of role model parents to mobilize other parents.
  • Motivation and capacity building: Develop and roll out motivational incentives for frontline workers); Capacity building of FLWs on IPC skills.
  • Crisis communication: Revise SOPs; Develop and run simulation exercises; integrate security update in crisis communication planning
  • Cross border communication: Synchronization of communication activities with Afghanistan during campaigns and special events by developing and disseminating specific contents and developing tailored approaches to better target priority communities who regular move between the Afghanistan and Pakistan Epidemiological blocks.
  • A call center to address on a 24-hour basis, concerns of parents and caregivers

 

To make a difference, the incumbent shall be responsible for following key strategic functions, accountabilities and related duties/ tasks;

 

Support to strategy design and development of C4D and Media activities

  • Conduct, participate and manage a comprehensive C4D situational analysis that considers social, cultural, communication, economic and political influences. Assess and synthesize qualitative and quantitative information and data to establish comprehensive and evidence-based information for developing and planning the C4D component of the Country Program and Polio Eradication Efforts.
  • Participate in country program and Pakistan polio eradication program planning and reviews to determine and discuss the underlying and contextual issues to be addressed (e.g. policies, gender/children inequality, cultural/social behavior etc), ensure successful and sustainable delivery of program results, and provide technical advice on evidence-based approaches, strategies and plans of action for C4D/ C4E.
  • Provide strategic and operational guidance for more effective C4E interventions based on research on priority and high-risk community social networks, sources of information, and influences. 
  • Contribute to strengthening the position of C4D results in key Nexus approaches as well as strategic documents (both internal programming documents and national policies/operational strategies) and lead cross-sectorial initiatives on community engagement and Community-based Approaches.
  • Develop and build capacities both internally and externally (government counterparts, other implementing partners) with a focus on rights-based, nexus strategies, and measurable C4D/C4E interventions in support of program sustainability.
  • Collaborate/consult with a wide range of partners and stakeholders to ensure synergy, integration, coherence, and harmonization of C4D/C4E activities.
  • Develop, implement and monitor the annual work plan of the C4E area of work for the Pakistan Polio Eradication program.
  • Within the UNICEF Polio Section-communications and media team and provide support and guidance to the team to ensure objectives are met. This entails identification of human resource requirements, performance planning, and monitoring of the use of available resources. Also support in leveraging adequate resources (HR and funding) to ensure that expected results can be met

 

Implementation of C4D activities

  • Collaborate with, advise and consult partners to design evidence-based strategies and formulate, produce and test materials and organize C4D events and activities to ensure community engagement and participation, maximum outreach, upscale, and impact on behavioral and social change.  Confirm/approve the technical quality, consistency and relevancy of communications materials that are developed, produced and disseminated to key audience (e.g. individuals, communities, government officials, partners, media etc). Recommend and select appropriate multiple media and communication format and platforms (e.g. print, digital/social media, TV/Radio, Web etc.). Manage the production and implementation of multi-media initiatives for compliance with targets and plans.
  • Carry out C4D advocacy activities with a wide range of constituents, stakeholders, partners, communities, etc. to encourage and promote engagement and dialogue, inclusion, self-determination and participation in mobilizing social, political, behavioral and cultural change to achieve sustainable program results on children and women's rights, equity and wellbeing. Develop/select materials and other communication tools for C4D events.
  • Identify, establish and maintain active interaction/relations with media, academia, research and implementing organizations and other strategic partners and networks to communicate and advocate for UNICEF's competencies and achievements to also ensure their engagement, interests and support in promoting social and political engagement for political action on children's rights.
  • Conduct and participate in evaluation exercises, including country program previews, meetings and mid-term/annual reviews to assess and report on efficacy of C4D outcomes on UNICEF and CO Strategic Plans and Goals and Polio Eradication program.  Take timely action to ensure the achievement of results as planned and allocated.  Integrate/disseminate lessons learned in development planning and improvements and assure documentation for evidence based C4D strategies and plans.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of research tools (qualitative and quantitative) for the monitoring, evaluation and documentation of C4D interventions based on applied communication research and frequent visits to projects sites. Disseminate research findings and best practices, and support exchange of experience and provisions of new methods to government and other partners.

 

Technical and operational support

 

  • Collaborate with internal CO and RO colleagues to provide expert advice on the development of evidence-based strategies, approaches, policies and the planning of C4D social and resource mobilization initiatives in support of programs and project implementation and delivery of results.
  • Participate in CO strategic discussions to collaborate on policy and agenda setting for C4D advocacy and investments and related external relations and resource mobilization initiatives.
  • Participate in budget planning and management of  funds and submit financial plans for C4D initiatives. Approve the use of resources as planned and verify compliance with organizational guidelines, rules and regulations and standards of ethics and transparency.
  • Ensure that strategic planning processes, sectoral and cross-sectoral C4D strategies, partner's C4D strategies and other relevant processes conform to evidence-based quality and technical standards as defined by UNICEF's program guidance and GPEI oversight mechanisms.

 

Advocacy, networking and partnership building

  • Identify, build and maintain partnerships through networking and proactive collaboration with strategic partners, e.g. academia; research and implementing organizations; media and communication networks; celebrities, journalist, media, all sectors/levels of (socially aware) society and critical audience to reinforce cooperation and/or pursue opportunities for C4D advocacy to promote UNICEF mission and goals for child rights, social equity and inclusiveness and support Polio Eradication efforts in Pakistan.
  • Collaborate with internal, regional and global communication partners to harmonize, link and coordinate strategies including the use of multiple media and communication platforms to enhance C4D outreach and impact.
  • Participate in organizational and/or inter-agency discussions and collaborate in the planning and preparation of C4D advocacy and resource mobilization initiatives including emergencies.

 

Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building

  • Implement innovative practices, approaches and latest technology on multiple media and social/digital platforms for C4D that are appropriate/available for the CO context, Polio eradication efforts and target audience. Including non-technology-based innovations.
  • Engage in evidence generation and research initiatives that may contribute to improved evidence in C4D practice and influence national and local policies and investments in C4D necessary to achieve and sustain Polio eradication in Pakistan.
  • Institutionalize and share best practices and knowledge with partners and stakeholders to build capacity of practitioners, local networks, and government partners.
  • Organize and implement capacity building initiatives to enhance the competencies of stakeholders (government and non-government) in evidence based C4D planning, implementation and evaluation.
  • Establish, document, expand and maintain a network of national staff and experts to share experiences, case studies and data to ensure that lessons learnt from successful C4D strategies are disseminated, applied and upscaled.

 

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?

 

  • An Advanced University (Master's or higher) in social and behavioral science (sociology, anthropology, psychology and health education) with emphasis on participatory communication, community development, communication planning, social mobilization, participatory research, and training and impact evaluation of communication interventions.
  • *A first University Degree in a relevant field combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree.
  • A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively professional experience in areas of social development program planning, communications and public advocacy and/or related areas at the international and/or large organization, some of which preferably were served in a developing country is required.
  • Practical experience in the adaptation and application of communication planning processes to specific programmes.
  • Background/familiarity with Emergency situations.
  • Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language or local language of the duty station is considered as an asset.

 

For every Child, you demonstrate...

 

UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA).

 

The competencies required for this post are Nurtures, Leads and Manages People , Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness , Works Collaboratively with others, Builds and Maintains Partnerships, Innovates and Embraces Change, Thinks and Acts Strategically, Drives to achieve impactful results , Manages ambiguity and complexity

View our competency framework at  Competency Framework Brochure.pdf

 

Life at UNICEF

 

Working at UNICEF is highly rewarding. With attractive remuneration package encompassing competitive pay and benefits, a culture that helps staff thrive and diverse opportunities for personal and professional development, we aim to help you maintain a fulfilling life both at and outside the office.

 

We make sure you and your loved ones receive the resources and care that you need to thrive. Our contracts, benefits and wellbeing policies and initiatives ensure that you are well equipped to effectively deliver for children such as;

  • Tax exemption, family allowances, hardship benefits, 10 UN holidays and annual leave allowance, maternity, paternity, adoption leave, medical and dental insurance, pension etc.
  • Career support, staff wellbeing programme, breastfeeding policy, flexible work arrangements, childcare room, family support, policies & initiatives, security etc.

 

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

 

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 also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. 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.

 

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

 

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.


 

 

 

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Type of contract: Staff (Temporary)

Macro-area: South / East Asia and Pacific

Level of experience: Senior Professional, more than 5 years

Area of work Definition: Social Development and Social Protection

Type of organisation: Multilateral Organisations

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Lead programme development and management: - Oversee strategic planning process for the KOICA funded Project and complementary projects ensuring implementation in accordance with the signed project document; - Ensure the delivery of project results with the required standard of quality and within the specified timeframe and budget; - Provide direction and guidance to the project staff and responsible parties, managing project appraisal and evaluation according to the results-based management principles; - Participate in monitoring and evaluation, conducting programme reviews and contributing to annual reviews in collaboration with the implementing partners and other counterparts to assess programmes/projects and to report on required action and interventions at the higher levels of programme management; - Support the preparation of project development and Implementing Partners' selection documents, facilitating the respective processes at the Country Office level for optimal efficiency; - Manage operational and administrative aspects and contribute towards efficient financial administration; - Facilitate the presentation of background information for implementation of UN Women Women's Economic Empowerment & Sustainable Livelihood programme, including drafting of project documents, annual work plans, budgets, and implementation proposals. 2. Coordinate and promote women's economic empowerment and women's access to technological resources and expertise: - Lead the coordination with Korean industry leaders, government departments, and public and private sector organizations involved in the technology industry for experience-sharing and mentorship of project beneficiaries; - Liaise with Korean authorities and guide operational processes for the exchange visits of project beneficiaries to Korea; - Provide support to enhance coordination between UN agencies, public and private sector organizations at the Federal and Provincial levels to improve women's access to economic opportunities and technological resources - Network and build synergies with other UN agencies parties of the project interventions at policy and programme levels, liaise with KOICA, and ensure wide dissemination of tools and good practices; - Manage and monitor project risks, making recommendations for possible actions as required; - Monitor and report on the use of sectoral programme resources (financial, administrative and other assets), ensuring compliance with approved allocations, goals, organizational rules, regulations/procedures, donor commitments, standards of accountability, and integrity; - Participate in project implementation by providing strategic advice and technical inputs to partner-led interventions and processes, including substantive input to policy development, planning and monitoring processes and products. 3. Build strategic partnerships and mobilize resources: - Build and maintain strategic partnerships with key stakeholders and implementing partners, including those from the technology industry, private sector, relevant government departments, academia and civil society organizations; - Mobilize strategic partnerships and resource mobilization for upscaling and sustainability of the project; - Foster strong partnerships with project stakeholders including UN Agencies, government institutions, bilateral and multilateral donors, the private sector, civil society and others. 4. Advocate and promote knowledge building and management: - Identify capacity-building needs and provide technical support to implementing partners through mentoring, learning exchange, training, and capacity development initiatives, as needed;  - Under the guidance of the supervisor, support the establishment of advocacy networks and campaigns with key partners at the national level; - Ensure documentation of the project learnings and development of evidence-based products in accordance with UN Women and KOICA guidelines.   Competencies Core Values: - Respect for Diversity - Integrity - Professionalism   Core Competencies: - Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues - Accountability - Creative Problem Solving - Effective Communication - Inclusive Collaboration - Stakeholder Engagement - Leading by Example Please visit this link for more information on UN Women's Core Values and Competencies: https://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us/employment/application-process#_Values   Functional Competencies: - Strong analytical skills in gender and economic policy and women's economic empowerment; WPS and HA - Strong writing skills to produce a variety of knowledge products for different audiences and purposes; - Experience using and applying socioeconomic recovery strategies; - Ability to produce impactful communications materials and knowledge products;  - Strong commitment to knowledge-sharing within a multicultural environment; and - Ability to design and deliver training and other capacity-building strategies in the area of gender, WPS and HA to a variety of audiences.   Required Skills and Experience Education and certification: - Master's degree or equivalent in Development Economics, Gender Studies, International Development, Social Sciences, or relevant field; - A first-level university degree in combination with 2 additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the master's degree.   Experience: - At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in programme management, including programme design, programme coordination, monitoring and evaluation, donor reporting and capacity building; - Experience working in one of the following areas: women economic empowerment, micro and small enterprise development, technology industry, technical and vocational education, business development support is required; - Proven experience in leading teams effectively is required.    Language Requirements: - Fluency in English is required; - Working knowledge of another official UN language (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish) is an asset.   Application: - All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from [Application and recruitment process | About us: Careers at UN Women | UN Women – Headquarters](https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/2022-07/UN-Women-P11-Personal-History-Form-en.doc)  Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment.   Note: In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality, and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW, and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.   Inclusion Statement: At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits employ, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity, and organizational need. If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application. UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. 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22/03/2024 - 06/04/2024

WHO Health Emergency Lead - P5

Pakistan, Islamabad, Islamabad - World Health Organization empImg

Job profile summary The incumbent will manage WHO programmes on epidemic and emergency preparedness and response, providing technical assistance and expertise to the health authorities and other relevant stakeholders, in order to strengthen national preparedness, response, and core capacities under International Health Regulation (IHR), for emerging infectious diseases. This will contribute to the mission of WHO Health Emergencies (WHE), which is to help countries, and to coordinate international action, to prevent, prepare for, detect, rapidly respond to, and recover from outbreaks and emergencies. WHO provides guidance and technical support in organizing the humanitarian health response following multi-hazard emergencies and in revitalizing the capacity of the health sector to rebuild and recover from multi-hazard emergencies in an appropriate and sustainable manner. Key duties and responsibilities The incumbent will perform all or part of the following, and other related responsibilities as required by the needs of the office. ● Work in coordination with technical focal points at the regional and headquarters levels, under the guidance of the head of the WHO country office. ● Provide expert, technical guidance to national authorities in, and coordinate all aspects of the WHO Health Emergencies (WHE) programme, at the country level, to enhance the national capability in preparedness and response to emerging infectious diseases, outbreaks, and health emergencies from all hazards. ● Technically guide and ensure the concerted approach of WHO in the areas of emergency risk management, country preparedness and International Health Regulations, risk & situation assessments, and infectious hazards management. ● Collaborate with and guide relevant ministries and other stakeholders to undertake gap analyses in relevant areas of work for emergency preparedness and management and lead the development/revision of national strategies and a national multi-hazard, health emergency preparedness and response plan. ● Utilize high level expertise to prepare a national risk profile, assessing and mapping existing and emerging national health risks as well as populations vulnerable to, or affected by, prioritized risks, their coping capacities and health needs. ● Lead the identification of resource needs and funding gaps for health-sector risk reduction, preparedness, and response for vulnerable / affected populations, advocating with and mobilizing required resources from partners and donors. ● Lead the assessment of capacities and national, competency development systems, and recommend, plan, and oversee the implementation of appropriate measures and training for strengthening core capacities under International Health Regulations (2005) including to manage identified risks; effectively monitor and evaluate processes, outcomes and the impact of response and recovery interventions. ● Advise and support the national health authorities and partners in the establishment or strengthening of emergency health care systems to ensure the provision of a range of critical emergency health care services. ● Lead the knowledge capture from policy, strategic and field interventions, and ensure its dissemination to respective target audiences ● Represent WHO in inter-agency meetings and external forums related to WHO epidemics and emergency preparedness and response. Recruitment profile Competencies Core Competencies *mandatory *1) Teamwork *2) Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences *3) Communication 4)Ensuring the effective use of resources 5)Promoting WHO's position in health leadership. Managerial Competencies (if a supervisory position) *6) Creating an empowering and motivating environment http://www.who.int/employment/WHO_competencies_EN.pdf?ua=1   Functional knowledge and skills From the Corporate Skills Cloud, select up to five areas of Knowledge and Skills required for competent performance in the position. ● Mastery of the principles and programmes of epidemic and emergency preparedness and response. ● Thorough knowledge of International Health Regulations (IHR) and in-depth knowledge and skills to develop and coordinate health policy, strategic and operational interventions in emergency preparedness, response, and recovery with a range of actors. ● In-depth, technical knowledge and skills in planning, monitoring, and evaluating health systems. ● Ability to lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams, projects and programmes. ● Excellent oral and written communication, including for reports, oral presentations, and technical documents. ● Ability to lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams, projects and programmes. Educational qualifications Essential: Advanced university degree (master's level) in a relevant field (such as medicine,epidemiology or public health). Desirable: Training in applied epidemiology. Work experience Minimum number of years' experience required: 10 years   Essential ● A minimum of ten years of work experience relevant to the position (in public health,planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of epidemic and emergency preparedness and response activities in a developing country and/or at regional level), a significant part of this to have been obtained at an international level. ● Experience required in strengthening country capacities and response to emergencies and disasters, including infectious disease outbreaks, natural disasters or complex emergencies. ● Experience in facilitating multi-sectoral partnerships for health policy and strategic and operational interventions in emergency preparedness, response, and recovery especially in a developing country setting. Desirable ● Experience with United Nations funds and programmes. ● A track record in consensus building and enlisting cooperation by diverse national stakeholders.     Language requirements English 3 - Expert Overall Essential Information and technology (IT) and other skills • Proficiency in computers and office software packages, handling of web-based management systems, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and Cloud Management Enterprise System such as Workday.   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 92,731 (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 3423 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 ](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. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at [shws@who.int](mailto: shws@who.int). - WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco. - For information on WHO's operations please visit: [http://www.who.int.](http://www.who.int./) - In case the website does not display properly, please retry by: (i) checking that you have the latest version of the browser installed (Chrome, Edge or Firefox); (ii) clearing your browser history and opening the site in a new browser (not a new tab within the same browser); or (iii) retry accessing the website using Mozilla Firefox browser or using another device. Click this link for detailed guidance on completing job applications: [Instructions for candidates](http://who.int/careers/process/instructions-for-candidates.pdf?ua=1) 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](http://www.cinfo.ch/en/job-application-support).  - 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. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility.  - Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here: [Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/find-a-job/positioning-swiss-nationals-in-multilateral-organisations/interview-and-assessment-centre-preparation-for-jobs-in-multilateral-organisations). Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.​   
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12/03/2024 - 31/03/2024
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