This is a Fast Track Recruitment

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The mission of the WHO Health Emergencies Programme (WHE) is to build the capacity of WHO Member States to manage health emergency risks, when national capacities are overwhelmed, to lead and coordinate the international health response to contain outbreaks and to provide effective relief and recovery to affected populations. WHE brings together and enhances WHO’s operational, technical and normative capacities in outbreaks, emergencies and risk analysis to address all health hazards across the risk management cycle in a predictable, capable, dependable, adaptable and accountable manner. WHE is designed to operate within the broader humanitarian and emergency management architecture in support of people at risk of, or affected by, outbreaks and emergencies, consistent with ways that strengthen local and national capabilities. The objectives of the programme area, Country Health Emergency Preparedness & IHR (CPI), includes the following: to monitor and evaluate country preparedness for health and humanitarian emergencies, to develop country capacity-building plan for countries with critical capacities and to act as the Secretariat of IHR (2005). The CPI has an all-hazards approach and involves all three levels of WHO. CPI prioritizes support to the most vulnerable and low-capacity countries.The intersectoral nature of emergency preparedness entails for CPI a large partnership with other international organizations and the consideration of several global frameworks such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to health, emergencies and disasters, IRR (2005), the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030, the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness (PIP) Framework, the Performance of Veterinary Services (PVS Pathway), the Paris Agreement on Climate Change, regional strategies such as the Asia Pacific Health Security Action Framework (APHSAF), the Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response (IDSR), the European Health Policy (Health 2020), and the regional strategies for disaster risk management. CPI coordinates its activities with international and national initiatives such as the Global Health Security Agenda (GHSA) and Universal Health Coverage (UHC) 2030.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Within the framework of the delegated authority, the incumbent is assigned all or part of the following responsibilities:

1. Serve as a focal point for monitoring and evaluation of APHSAF and disseminate and promote best practice and knowledge sharing across the division and with internal and external stakeholders based on the framework.
2. Contribute to the development and implementation of APHSAF, in particular, the monitoring and evaluation component, and ensure consistency with the IRR Monitoring and Evaluation Framework.
3. Provide specialist technical support for the implementation of activities related to IHR Monitoring and Evaluation Framework activities, and participate in annual reporting and the conduct of after/intra-action reviews, simulation exercises and IRR Joint External Evaluations (JEE).
4. Provide crucial technical support for defining and implementing monitoring and evaluation of public health interventions, with focus on indicators for outbreak and emergency response, identifying successes and challenges of implementation, and developing and disseminating success stories in coordination with technical teams.
5. Support the WHO Western Pacific Regional Office in programme implementation, monitoring and reporting of activities including providing input to donor proposals and donor reporting.
6. Participate in reponse to outbreaks and public health emergencies, including acting as a member of the IMST and pillar lead when required.
7. Take the lead in promoting a culture of evaluation and continuous learning for improvement, strengthening these practices across the division and in country offices.
8. Develop and provide inputs to communication products ( dashboards, infographics, video, brochures, flyers, communication strategies) that highlight results across the region.
9. Provide specialist support to country programs on monitoring, results reporting, knowledge sharing, and training of new staff.
10. Support timely follow-up on implementation of recommendations and lessons identified, particularly following APHSAF TAG meetings.
11. Develop tools, materials, guidance and training for Member States’, for effective and systematic approaches to monitoring and evaluation, taking a multisectoral One Health approach.
12. Provide advice on the design, establishment and updating of monitoring and evaluation systems and data collection tools to generate accurate, valid and reliable information on performance with focus on efficiency, effectiveness and timeliness response to outbreaks and public health emergencies.
13. Provide crucial inputs in the development of national action plans for health security ( or equivalent) in close collaboration with counterparts in technical units within WHO/WHE/CPI, regional and country offices and partners.
14. Promote multidisciplinary and cross-cutting approaches and activities to facilitate an environment that supports knowledge sharing and dissemination of best practices between programmes, divisions and offices.
15. Serve as IHR duty officer as part of a rota when required.
16. Upon request, provide technical support, backstopping and gap-filling for emergency activitiesat any level of the Organization or scale of emergency.
17. Perform other related duties, as requested by supervisor, including provision of support to other areas of work and teams or programme areas within the WHE, as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: Advanced university degree in public health or health-related discipline, social science, international health or international relations from a recognised university.
Desirable: Training in programme or project management.

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/

Experience

Essential: Minimum of seven years’ relevant experience including experience at international level in general programme/project work and in programme monitoring and evaluation.
Desirable: Experience in planning, development and implementation of a public health programme monitoring and evaluation system.

Functional Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of WHO, the UN System or NGO work in the field of response relief and/or of their practices and procedures as related to the work.
Excellent management, organizational and analytical skills with the ability to coordinate activities and manage several projects at same time. Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills.
Ability to write in a clear and concise manner, and to present factual information.
Ability to work harmoniously as a member of a team, adapt to diverse cultural and educational backgrounds and maintain a high standard of personal conduct.

WHO Competencies

Enhanced WHO Global Competency Model: who-enhanced-competence.pdf

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: Working knowledge of other UN language is an advantage

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 3183 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.

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• Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.

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• An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.

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