Technical Officer (Gender based Violence)

Contract

This is a NO-B 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 2 years of experience, depending on education.

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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

To ensure that effective WHO country presence is established to formulate, evaluate and implement WHO country cooperation strategies that are aligned with Member State's health development agendas that aims to increase access to and effectiveness of high-quality health care, sound Health Financing and Human Resources strategies and better Health Governance.The Gender, Equity and Human Rights (GER) and prevention of Gender-BasedViolence (GBV) Programme aim is to fulfil the Secretariat commitments reflectedin the WHO Gender Mainstreaming Strategy (WHA 60.25) as well as the resolutionson strengthening the role of the health system in addressing violence, particularlyagainst women and girls, and against children (WHA 67.15), including PRSEAH.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

1. Conduct a country needs assessment of the health sector response to GBV to verifyneeds and gaps and draft a workplan based on the identified priorities.

2. Work with the health cluster, to ensure prevention of GBV activitiesare appropriately reflected in the Health Cluster plans, and relevant documentation (Humanitarian Needs Overview and Humanitarian Response Plan).

3. Act as a focal point for coordination between the health cluster (including Sexual and Reproductive Health and Mental Health and Psychosocial Support working groups as relevant), the GBV sub-working group, and Clinical Management of Rape task force.

4. Establish collaborative relationships with executing agencies, experts, government counterparts and other UN agencies to facilitate timely and efficient delivery of GBV project component.

5. Identify the priority of GBV related issues among the affected population to ensure that these are properly addressed through awareness raising and other community-based initiatives.

6. Identify training needs and provide technical input in development of comprehensive plans for capacity building of health personnel in health facilities and community health workers on the prevention of GBV.

7. Contribute effectively to the preparation and adaptation of training materials tailored to the specific needs and guidance on GBV in Afghanistan.

8. Conduct analysis on the WHO training workshops' impact on GBV topics for different health care providers.

9. Participate effectively in meetings (including field meetings) with the national counterparts and UN stakeholders to identify lessons learned and make recommendations for informed decisions.

10.Prepare quality timely periodical and annual progress reports for donors as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: First level university degree in public health, or gender and development studies, or social sciences or related field.

Experience

Essential: At least two years of relevant professional work experience in the area of gender mainstreaming and gender-based violence.

Skills

- Proven profound knowledge of GBV related issues in Afghanistan.

- Proven technical knowledge of GBV Treatment Protocol.

- Strong interpersonal skills.

- Excellent report and technical guidelines drafting skills.

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.

REMUNERATION

Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 45,101 (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.

• 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.

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• 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.

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

• 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.

• 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.

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