Administrative & Communication Assistant for EMRSA

Contract

This is a UNV National Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV National Specialist contracts.

Founded in 1948, WHO is the United Nations agency that connects nations, partners and people to promote health, keep the world safe and serve the vulnerable – so everyone, everywhere can attain the highest level of health. WHO leads global efforts to expand universal health coverage. We direct and coordinate the world’s response to health emergencies. And we promote healthier lives – from pregnancy care through old age. Our Triple Billion targets outline an ambitious plan for the world to achieve good health for all using science-based policies and programmes.

As part our commitment to staff, the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Regional Staff Association (EMRSA) with the Business Administration Department (BOS) work together on a number of projects such respectful workplace and the UNV’s assignment will fall in this area.

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of EMRSA and BOS or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UNV will be responsible for managing the overall activities of EMRSA in the regional office and the coordination of its internal events.

The UNV Admin & Communication Assistant for EMRSA will:

• Support the organization of events in the regional office • Organization and coordination of internal EMRSA events (room bookings, IT support, drafting emails, attending webinars, town halls) • Support the preparations of the GSMC 2023 • Support the respectful workplace committee’s work (organizing trainings, developing paraphernalia) • Support organization and coordination of other activities in the regional office • Other activities include some administrative work (meeting agendas, note taking, following up on EMRSA workplan) • Support ad-hoc projects from the Business Operations office • Support staff activities toward a more inclusive and respectful environment • Develop an electronic documentation of activities • Other communication, public relations, and event planning activities • Any other related tasks as may be required or assigned by the supervisor

• Teamwork;
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences;
• Producing results;
• Accountability;
• Adaptability and Flexibility;
• Client Orientation;
• Commitment to Continuous Learning;
• Communication;
• Creativity;
• Ethics and Values;
• Integrity;
• Professionalism;
• Respect for Diversity;
• Self-Management.

Professional work experience at the national and/or international level in communication, or other relevant programmes; experience with SharePoint is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organization; • Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills; • Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing; • Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development; • Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel; • Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment; • Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines; • Sound security awareness; • Have affinity with or interest in staff association, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.

The UN Volunteer will be based in Cairo which is a family duty station (level A) with a wide range of services (health, education and leisure) and good living conditions. There are a variety of options with regards to the type of housing and neighborhoods in Cairo. The office will support the UN Volunteer with settling in and advice on areas depending on his/her needs and preferences. The Regional Office is located in the neighborhood of Maadi, which offers a large international community, several restaurants, cafes, and recreation possibilities. Cairo international airport is well connected to the region, Europe and Africa.