Programmer Analyst (SRH)

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 138,772 USD and 181,712 USD.

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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The UNDP-UNFPA-UNICEF-WHO-World Bank Special Programme of Research, Development and Research Training in Human Reproduction (HRP) is the main instrument within the United Nations system for identifying research priorities on sexual and reproductive health and rights; for promoting, conducting, evaluating, and coordinating related interdisciplinary research; for collaborating with countries to build national capacity to conduct research; and for promoting the use of research results in policy making and sexual and reproductive health programmes. HRP is operated from within the World Health Organization's Department of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Research (SRH). The Department draws on HRP research and global expertise to set norms and standards and develop global guidelines, and to support programme development in sexual and reproductive health and rights. More information about SRH and HRP can be found at https://www.who.int/teams/sexual-and-reproductive-health-and-research .The Research Leadership and Capacity Strengthening Unit (RLC) ensures HRP research and evidence generation is conducted with the highest standards of quality, engaging research partners in an equitable manner. The Unit leads scientific review processes, research capacity strengthening, provision of scientific expertise in study design, data management, and statistical analysis, and advances novel applications of research methodologies and implementation research frameworks.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Focusing on study design, data management, and data analysis aspects of research the incumbent will:

(1) Participate in the analysis of user requirements, systems analysis, planning, design, and implementation of data processing support to the research projects undertaken by the Department. Activities may include (i) drafting and review of data collection instruments during the project design phase, (ii) conducting feasibility study on the computer support system including cost estimates for developmental and functional stages, and (iii) development and launch of web-based electronic data capture system.

(2) Engage with research responsible officers and partners on study planning activities including study design and development of research protocols, development of statistical methodologies, and novel applications of research methodologies and implementation research frameworks to HRP research.

(3) Collaborate with research partners on development and execution of data management plan, which may include (i) activities to organize and deliver training for study launch, (ii) research site visits to monitor the institutions participating in the research projects, and (iii) data curation and quality assurance activities.

(4) Provide oversight and coordinate with data management companies or organizations for data quality assurance, validation, and monitoring for research studies outsourced for data acquisition and management.

(5) Participate in the preparation of progress reports for governing and advisory bodies, WHO reporting requirements, and donors.

(6) Contribute to WHO and scientific publications and communications activities, working in collaboration with the HRP communications team

(7) Participate in activities designed to conduct capacity building of research centres to carry out high quality research that is compliant with generally accepted scientific and ethical standards.

(8) Participate in fundraising activities for increased financial support for this programme of work

(9) Carry out other tasks, as required by the Manager of Quantitative Assessment and Data Management, Unit Head, and Director.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: A first University degree in Data Science, Data Analytics, or a related discipline. Desirable: Advance Degree in Bioinformatics, Statistics, or Biostatistics.

Experience

Essential: At least 5 years of experience in areas of SRHR related Data Science including but not limited to systems development and scientific data processing, research study design, statistical analysis, information synthesis and reporting, with at least 2 years on research studies pertaining to sexual and reproductive health and rights. Desirable: Demonstrated ability to apply systems analytical and programming techniques, competence in the planning and execution of work, with supervisory ability. Working experience in a UN agency or an international nongovernmental organization in low- and middle-income countries on research studies pertaining to sexual and reproductive health.

Skills

• Knowledge of research methodologies and their application to public health.
• Ability to develop complex analytic algorithms in SAS and R. Strong research, analytical and scientific writing skills, as evidenced by experience of peer-review scientific publications in the areas of sexual and reproductive health and rights.
• Strong understanding of database development for research, data management and data quality assurance, as evidenced by experience of developing web-based data entry platforms in standard software and research data quality management.
• Training and mentoring skills for research capacity strengthening.
• Strong communication and diplomatic skills.

WHO Competencies

1. Teamwork
2. Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
3. Communication
4. Moving forward in a changing environment

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Desirable: Beginner's knowledge of other UN languages.

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 4488 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 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.

• For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.

• 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 for WHO jobs. 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.

• Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Candidates appointed to an international post with WHO are subject to mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world.

• 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.

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

• *For WHO General Service staff who do not meet the minimum educational qualifications, please see e-Manual III.4.1, para 220.

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