Date of last update: 28/10/2021 2021-10-28
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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME
The external relations unit of the Country Office will strengthen the office in resource mobilization, advocacy and partnerships with all relevant partners, including non-state actors. The External Relation officer will serve as the principal advisor to the WHO Representative (WR) and country office, in resource mobilization, advocacy and partnership activities. As a key member of the Country Office Senior Management Team (SMO), the External Relations Officer will manage the coordination, expansion, development and oversight of the country offices' funding and associated partnerships.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
At the country level, the incumbent will develop and implement a resource mobilization plan for the country based on the needs expressed in the country support plans. To research existing and potential donors; develop proposals, donor briefings, reports and updates; ensuring compliance with WHO and donor requirements. Coordinate the overall and day to-day activities to secure rapid and sustainable funding for the effective implementation of the country support plans and ensure accurate, timely reporting
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
The incumbent is assigned all or part of the following responsibilities which are performed according to the needs and agenda:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Experience
Skills
WHO Competencies
Use of Language Skills
REMUNERATION
WHO offers staff in the Professional Category an attractive remuneration package, which for the above position includes an annual net base salary starting at 60,962 US Dollars (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Type of contract: Staff (Permanent and Fixed Term)
Duration: 2 years
Macro-area: Multiple
Level of experience: Senior Professional, more than 5 years
Area of work Definition: Democracy, Governance, Human Rights, Law, Public Administration
Type of organisation: Multilateral Organisations