AdresOBJECTIVES 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.
JOB PROFILE SUMMARY
Under the guidance of the head of the WHO office, the incumbent shall develop and support the implementation of partnerships and external relations’ strategies and plans for joint programming and funding opportunities to deliver WHO’s local country cooperation strategies for Member States’ health and development agendas.The incumbent’s results shall enable WHO’s positioning in the local public health context and the office’s successful engagement with high-impact and diverse strategic partners.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The incumbent will perform the following, and other related responsibilities as required by the needs of the office:
·Apply expertise in the national partnerships’ landscape and public health system, to enable the development and implementation of strategies and plans for engagement with partners covering state (including national, donors, United Nations partners) and non-state actors (i.e., civil society organizations/nongovernmental organizations, philanthropic foundations, academic institutions etc.) toward joint programming and funding opportunities.
·Manage research on existing and potential partners profiles; identify synergies, opportunities, and develop concept notes and proposals for collaboration and resource mobilization in relation to the strategic goals and programmes of the country office.
·Under the guidance of headquarters and the regional office, facilitate the head of the office in the negotiation and implementation of partnership agreements, as well as plans for mobilizing and allocating resources, securing the required legal and financial clearances.
·Manage the development of grant proposals, the monitoring of the implementation of plans for donor contributions, joint programmes, and other relevant activities, and reporting on progress towards target attainment. Coordinate programme staff on the recalibration of inputs, outputs and compliance with the terms and conditions of related legal agreements and documents.
·Implement strategies and guide senior management and technical teams in outreach and maintaining relations with the relevant partners including advocating for collaboration/ funding and successful dialogue with stakeholders.
·Develop policy statements and coordinate briefing and meeting documentation and communications on partnerships activities.
·Develop and/or manage the office’s database/information management system on donor and partner contacts, and intelligence, and resource mobilization.
RECRUITMENT PROFILE
Core Competencies
1.Teamwork
2.Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
3.Communication
4.Building & Promoting Partnerships Across the Organization & Beyond
5.Ensuring the effective use of resources
Functional Knowledge and Skills
•External relations, resource mobilization and partnership-building, complemented by the ability to conceptualize ideas.
•Funding modalities, such as pooled funding mechanisms, government financing, trust funds, and other funding mechanisms involving national governments.
•National political and cultural norms.
•WHO/United Nations agency programmes and activities in the country.
•Strong interpersonal skills, including proven ability to facilitate and strengthen collaboration with a broad range of external partners.
•Ability to "think out of the box" and make innovative proposals for the mobilization of resources.
•Identifying partnerships risks and proposing mitigation measures in emergency settings
•Proven skills in drafting and finalizing grant/project proposals and donor reports.
•Excellent oral and written communication skills.
•Diplomacy, tact, and discretion.
Educational Qualifications
Essential:
Advanced university degree (master’s level) in a relevant field (such as international relations, political science, social sciences, communications, marketing, management, accounting, financial management, business, or public administration).
Desirable:
Qualifications/studies in external relations, communication, resource mobilization, partnership-building, development.
Training in donor intelligence, proposal writing, and/or general project management.
Work Experience
Essentials:
A minimum of five years of relevant experience, at the national level and/or international level in external relations, partnerships’ building, and resource mobilization, with grants management. Documented achievements in fundraising activities.
Experience in partnership-building with major public health donors (Central Emergency Response Fund, European Union/ Directorate-General for European Civil Protection and Civil Aid Operations (ECHO), Swedish International Development Agency, Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, US Agency for International Development/Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance, Gavi, Global Fund, World Bank).
Prior work experience with WHO, United Nations or other public international organizations.
Desirables:
Experience in programme/project management.
Some of the above-listed experience to have been obtained in an international context.
Language Requirements
Essential: Expert knowledge of English.
Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of Arabic.
Information 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 79,764 (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. 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 is a Core Predictable Country Presence (CPCP) position.
- 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.
- Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.
- 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
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