Implementation Officer (IHR Monitoring&Evaluation Framework)

Overview

Facilitate the implementation of the IHR Monitoring and Evaluation Framework.

You have:

• First University degree (Bachelor's level) in public health, science, disaster/emergency management or another related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience working on topics related to IHR core capacity building.
• Expert knowledge of English.
• Knowledge of the International Health Regulations (2005) and its Monitoring and Evaluation Framework components.
• Intermediate knowledge of WHO/EURO language.

Contract

This is a P-3 contract. This kind of contract is known as Professional and Director staff. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 5 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 130,188 USD and 170,471 USD.

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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The mission of the Division of WHO Health Emergencies (WHE) is to build the capacity of Member States to assess, prevent and manage health emergency risks, and lead and coordinate the international health response to contain all hazard emergencies, as described under the IHR (2005) and to provide effective relief and recovery to affected populations. The WHE Division brings together and enhances WHO's operational, technical and normative capacities in health emergencies and risk analysis to address all health hazards across the risk management cycle in a predictable, capable, dependable, adaptable and accountable manner. The Programme 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 Country Health Emergency Preparedness & IHR (CPI) Programme Area is responsible for monitoring and evaluation of countries' preparedness for health and humanitarian emergencies, the planning and country capacity building for critical capacities and the Secretariat of the International Health Regulations (2005). CPI has an all-hazards approach and involves all three levels of the Organization.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

The implementation process of the International Health Regulations 2005 (IHR) requires continuous support from WHO. The need for strategic coordination both regional and inter-sectorial has increased and become more specific after the capacity development milestone of 15 June 2012 and 15 June 2014 have passed. The number of European Member States, which demanded support from WHO/EURO stays at a very high level, and increasingly so after the COVID-19 pandemic. The post provides the WHO/EURO response to this need to continue the monitoring and evaluation under the IHR (2005).

Under the overall supervision of the Team Leader (CME) and the Programme Area Manager (CPI) the incumbent is assigned the following responsibilities:

1. Facilitate the IHR implementation process in the WHO European Region and the consolidated response to Member States requests from the Regional Office;
2. Coordinate work with the relevant divisions and headquarters' clusters to maximize impact of WHO's country work better tailoring WHO products to country and region-specific features and issues particularly in relation to the IHRMEF instruments;
3. Maintain close contact with the IHR National Focal Points and Country Offices in order to identify country specific needs using among other tools, the voluntary instruments of the IHRMEF;
4. Develop, review and contribute to the development of training and information materials relevant for different target audiences and appropriate for the regional context, including the organization of expert workshops based on the Monitoring & Evaluation Framework;
5. Provide technical support to Members States in the development of national IHR implementation programmes and in assessing capacities;
6. Coordinate IHR related activities within WHO/EURO in order to create a corporate approach for assessing and strengthening national IHR core capacities;
7. Continue the strengthening of partnerships in WHO European Region for IHR and other health security initiatives;
8. Develop monitoring and evaluation strategies for IHR assessment in the WHO/EURO Region, particularly in the analysis of results of IHRMEF activities conducted in country;
9. Provide analyses and relevant information to Member States and the executive management

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: First University degree (Bachelor's level) in public health, science, disaster/emergency management or another related field.

Desirable: Advanced University degree (Master's level) in any areas mentioned above. Specific training on facilitation of adult learning programmes.

Experience

Essential: At least 5 years of relevant experience (overall including at national level and with international exposure) working on topics related to IHR core capacity building. Experience with implementing the IHR Monitoring & Evaluation Framework (IHRMEF) tools, particularly simulation exercises.

Desirable: Prior experience with monitoring and evaluation activities, including qualitative and quantitative methods. Prior experience facilitating medium to large workshops. Experience of working in international organizations or WHO and/or other UN agency and partner agencies.

Skills

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the International Health Regulations (2005) and its Monitoring and Evaluation Framework components

• Knowledge of the changing health emergency landscape and governance and an understanding the opportunities and pitfalls to the WHE programme and IHR

Skills

• The ability to independently organise and implement a workshop in coordination with WHO Country Offices

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail and pre-planning.

• Ability to create a non-judgmental environment of openness and trust, particularly when discussing sensitive issues such as on challenges faced in the context of a workshop or interview

• Ability to work as team player with excellent interpersonal skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills to diverse audience within and outside the health sector, including to high level stakeholders

WHO Competencies

Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Producing results

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of WHO/EURO language.

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 64,121 (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 4547 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.

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

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