Compliance and Risk Assistant

Contract

This is a G-5 contract. This kind of contract is known as General Service and related categories. It is normally only for nationals. It usually requires 5 years of experience, depending on education. More about G-5 contracts.

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

Located within the RDO, the mission of Compliance and Risk Management (CRM) is to systematically identify risks, and by topic area, maintain a risk register record, evaluate it according to its likely impact and probability and proactively have it managed by risk management owners. The CRM will seek to periodically review, assess, and integrate internal control compliance into all policies and managerial decisions. The CRM will promote and uphold the highest organizational standards, codes of conduct and core values. The CRM will liaise independently with internal parties cross the different levels of the Organization, developing and presenting to the Regional Director its annual work plan of delivery of compliance and risk management across the Region. CRM conducts due diligence in accordance with the Framework of Engagement with Non-State Actors across the three levels of the Organization

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

1. Review comprehensive due diligence and risk assessment for proposed collaborations between the World Health Organization (WHO) and non-State Actors, in alignment with the WHO Framework of Engagement with non-State Actors (FENSA). This includes: - Assisting in examining non-State actors, such as NGOs, private sector entities, philanthropic foundations, and academic institutions, to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information and documentation provided.

- Assisting in evaluating risks associated with proposed engagements and formulating appropriate recommendations and risk mitigation measures for management's consideration.

2. Provide guidance and assistance to WHO EMR staff regarding FENSA procedures and requirements for planned collaborations with non-State actors.

3. Develop, maintain, and enhance relevant internal logs, tracking sheets, and monitoring tools to effectively monitor and track compliance-related activities.

4. Monitor retrospective FENSA reviews and compliance checks to ensure adherence to established guidelines and protocols.

5.Perform necessary compliance and assurance tasks concerning scheduled and ongoing assurance missions at various WHO EMR Country Offices.

6.Perform any related compliance duties as assigned by the Regional Compliance and Risk Manager.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: Completion of secondary school education supplemented by training in Business Administration, management, political/economic/social sciences/international law. Desirable: University degree in Business Administration, management, political/economic/ social sciences/international law or international relations.

Experience

Essential: At least 5 years of relevant experience in reviewing engagements with non-state actors and/or supporting operational compliance reviews and risk management. Desirable: Experience in engagement with non-state actors, preferably in the context of public health. Working experience in the UN system or with an international nongovernmental organization.

Skills

• Good knowledge of WHO rules, manuals, practices/procedures and routines.
• Good filing and organizational skills.
• Good analytical skills, multitasking and adaptability to challenging situations.
• Good writing skills.
• Producing and delivering quality results in pressing situations and conflicting priorities.

WHO Competencies

Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Moving forward in a changing environment Producing results

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Expert knowledge of Arabic. Desirable: Beginners knowledge of French.

Other Considerations (e.g. Physical Workplace Condition, if other than normal office environment; IT Skills; etc.)

• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications especially Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.

REMUNERATION

WHO offers staff in the General Services category an attractive remuneration package, which for the above position includes an annual net base salary starting at EGP 484,385 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level

• Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply on-line through Stellis. For assessment of your application, please ensure that: 1 -Your profile on Stellis is properly completed and updated. 2- All required details regarding your qualifications, education, training and experience are provided under relevant sections. 3- Your experience records are properly entered with elaboration on tasks performed at the time.

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• 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.

• 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

• 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.

• 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.

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• 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 [email protected].

• This post is subject to local recruitment and will be filled by persons recruited in the local commuting area of the duty station.

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