Senior Technical Lead (Gender)

Contract

This is a P-5 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 10 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 204,886 USD and 256,769 USD.

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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The Gender, Equity and Human Rights (GER)unit in DGO/HQ is responsible for mainstreaming gender, equity and human rights related to health to advance WHO's mission to serve the vulnerable and Leave No One Behind by progressively incorporating and monitoring the integration of gender, equity and human rights across the three levels of the organization, in collaboration with HQ technical departments, Regional Office and Country Office GER focal points. The GER team catalyzes, supports and coordinates this institutional mainstreaming at the three levels of WHO through development of trainings, technical products, tools and normative standard-setting guidelines,as well as engaging with UN interagency initiatives to advance human rights/LNOB/health equity and gender considerations in normative guidance and tools across the UN development and humanitarian pillars to drive impact at the country level.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

In ongoing collaboration with equity and human rights technical experts in the GER team (GER/DGO/HQ), the GER Global Network and regular interaction with relevant gender and human rights technical focal points in HQ divisions, most notably HWF, WHE, SRH, HSS, UHL and country offices, the Senior Gender Technical Lead will:

(1) Lead and oversee research and normative/technical product development, tools and training on gender equalityand mainstreaming for implementation of the WHO 13th GlobalProgramme of Work (GPW13), in particular the mission of WHO to serve the vulnerable and its commitment to Leave No One Behind by progressively incorporating and monitoring gender, equity and human rights (GER) in the work of WHO.

(2) Contribute to the a consultative process around the gender dimension of the new Policy, Strategy and Road Map for the Gender, Equity and Human Rights (GER) unit.

(3) Provide technical advice to Member States and UN agencies on the implementation of approaches that promote gender equality and mainstreaming in public health.

(4) Guide countries, as well as WHO Regional and Country Offices, on the use of gender analysis of policies as well as the development of appropriate laws, policies and guidelines in support of gender equality and mainstreaming.

(5) Lead qualitative policy development, advice and guidance on integration of gender equality principles and practicesin policies and programmes for achieving equal access to health towards Health for All, including in health emergencies,humanitarian and other fragile settings.

(6) Liaise with Member States and UN partners in support of the effective implementation and monitoring of international treaties relevant to gender equality and their integration intonational legislation, policies and programmes.

(7) Coordinate, produce and disseminate inputs on best practices in gender mainstreaming, with a focus onensuring intersectionality and reducing gender inequality.

(8) Align gender equalityand mainstreaming with other relevant UN agencies (e.g. UN Women, ILO).

(9) Lead the capacity building of WHO staff to systematically incorporate gender in departmental and programme development at all levels of the Organization.

(10) Strengthening the capacity of WHO staff to devise and implement information systems to monitor progress and pitfalls in the incorporation of gender (and intersectionality), together with equity and human rights in their area of work.

(11) Perform all other related duties as assigned.

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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential:

• An advanced level university degree in gender studies, social sciences, development studies, public health, or a related field relevant to the functions of the position.

Desirable:

Experience

Essential:

• At least 10 years'experience working on gender and health, with demonstrated experience at the international level, including in low and middle-income countries.
• Demonstrated experience in intersectionality and developing gender strategy and policy.
• Demonstrated experience at the international level.

Desirable:

• Experience in the UN system and knowledge of UN system processes
• Track record of publication in peer-review journals

Skills

This position requires solid skills in the areas of health and gender mainstreaming. Effective skills in coordination and network building are needed to maintain excellent relations with diverse team members within WHO and focal points in other UN entities, delivering across a range of mandates on key strategies and objectives.Thorough understanding of gender policies and development issues with exceptional written, oral and presentation skills. Demonstrated knowledge and skills in intersectionality.Knowledge of a vast array of global policies on gender equality; as well as emerging issues that affect gender equality and the empowerment of women. Knowledge of processes and strategies of high-level agencies mandated to advance gender equality such as CEDAW and CSW; other global intergovernmental structures dedicated to the promotion of gender equality and the empowerment of women;. Strong interpersonal skills; Excellent presentation and writing skills; Strong research and analytical skills.

WHO Competencies

• Teamwork
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
• Communication
• Driving the Organization's Position in Health Leadership
• Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
• Creating an empowering and motivating environment

Use of Language Skills

Essential:

• Expert knowledge of English.

Desirable:

• Expert knowledge of French.

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 90,664 (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 5810 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.

• 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.

• WHO is committed to workforce diversity.

• 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.

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

• WHO has a mobility policy which can be found at the following link: http://www.who.int/employment/en/. 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.

• Applications from women and from nationals of non and underrepresented Member States are particularly encouraged.