Programme Management Officer

Contract

This is a NO-C contract. This kind of contract is known as National Professional Officers. It is normally only for nationals. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 5 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be more than 3,442 USD.

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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

To support the achievement of national health and development agenda, the programme management function will be instrumental in the WHO Country Office in ensuring strategic and operational planning, programme budgeting, resource distribution, monitoring, evaluation, reporting and contributing towards resource mobilization efforts while ensuring strict adherence to organizational guidelines and standards. The unit will contribute towards better integration, collaboration and planning for results and ensuring performance assessment is conducted on timely basis and results are reported.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Under the direct supervision of the WHO Representative in Mauritius and the overall guidance of the Coordinator, Planning, Budgeting, Monitoring and Evaluation (PBM), the incumbent is responsible for, but not necessarily limited to the following duties:Facilitate the development Country Cooperation Strategy (CCS) and other strategic plans, in accordance with WHO's guiding principles; ensure collaboration with all levels of the Organization and alignment of Country Office priorities with the General Programme of Work, UNDAF and delivering as One United Nations System. Undertake regular planning reviews and operational planning with WHO teams at all levels and provide recommendations for adjustments based on technical needs.Monitor the Programme Budget (PB) implementation and provide inputs and recommendations on financial, administrative and human resource allocation as well as related programme management decision-making on resource utilization for optimal results. Report on identified programme management issues and risks and liaise with the WR and/or relevant staff to ensure timely mitigation and resolution.Ensure performance monitoring and assessment in WHO Country Offices to measure progress towards defined priorities and results including coordinating the quarterly, semi-annual, mid-term and end of biennium review and reporting processes. Contribute to resource mobilization efforts by supporting the development of results-focused proposals, donor agreements and other grant-related instruments ensuring quality and alignment with WHO policies, pertinent documents and other administrative provisions. Coordinate evaluation activities to support Organizational learning.Implement and monitor standardized methods of capturing and consolidating evidence on health interventions as well as document lessons learnt, best practices and trend analyses to support health sector/cluster coordination and responsive decision-making. Build and update a stakeholder database of key operational partners with the aim of strengthening multi-sectoral dialogue and collaboration for improved health sector performance. Build the capacity of internal and external stakeholders, and promote accountability, responsiveness and transparency.Monitor the PB implementation and provide strategic recommendations on financial, administrative and human resource allocation as well as related programme management decision-making on resource utilization for optimal results. Track and report on budget and financing aspects of the PB : identify financial gaps, consolidate financial data, analyze and prepare periodic/ad hoc donor reports, and recommend remedial or alternative action to technical officers as appropriate.Assist in programme delivery excellence by provision of timely managerial support, advice and assistance to programme and administrative teams on budget, financial, and human resource regulations and procedures.Support implementation efforts to overcome delivery challenges and achieve success through comprehensive action planning, problem solving tools and building team capacity to deliver and make measurable impact. Perform any other related duties, as required by the functional supervisor.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: University degree in business or public administration, economics, social sciences, public health or related field. Desirable: Specialized training in planning, results-based management and/or project management. In depth knowledge of WHO Planning, Budgeting and Monitoring framework.

Experience

Essential: At least 5 years of relevant experience at the national level in programme management and financing in a public health context. Desirable: Prior experience with WHO or similar UN Agency in planning, budgeting, monitoring and assessment would be an asset.

Skills

• Sound theoretical and practical knowledge in results-based management in the health sector.• Strong technical, analytical, conceptual and inter-personal skills• Knowledge and experience in quantitative and qualitative methods• Ability to manage multiple issues and tasks and reprioritize actions on short notice• Ability to propose innovative approaches and solutions to challenging situations.• Excellent organizational, oral and written communication skills including the development of reports and presentations• Familiar with value-for-money principles, resource mobilization and communication for impact• Demonstrated capacity to foster internal (within Country Teams) and external collaborations with various stakeholders including Member States and partners.

WHO Competencies

Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Ensuring the effective use of resources Producing results Creating an empowering and motivating environment### Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Expert knowledge of French. Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of Creole.

REMUNERATION

Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at MUR 1,786,487 (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

• Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

• A written test 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.

• 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.

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• WHO is committed to workforce diversity.

• WHO's workforce adheres to the WHO Values Charter and is committed to put the WHO Values into practice.

• WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

• This is a National Professional Officer position. Therefore, only applications from nationals of the country where the duty station is located will be accepted. Applicants who are not nationals of this country will not be considered.