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The World Bank Group (WBG) International Monetary Fund (IMF) Health and Safety Directorate (HSD) serves approximately 18,000 staff of the two organizations with around 60% based in Washington DC Headquarters (HQ), and the rest in Country Offices (CO).

This position will function as the OHS advisor for the Regional Singapore HSD hub, in conjunction with other HSD functional elements, Personal Health and Wellness, and Mental Health Unit.  The HSD mission is to protect and promote the health and safety of staff wherever they may be, considering their individual health status, working environment and job demands. This is achieved by managing health and safety risks, offering evidence-based, quality controlled occupational health and safety services, and nurturing trust in clients through professionalism and confidentiality.

Under the supervision of the Senior Occupational Health and Safety Specialist, the Occupational Health and Safety Analyst will aid in the delivery of the WBG Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Management System. This will include fundamental OHS hazard identification, risk assessment and management principles, onsite evaluation, workplace investigation, data analysis, training and recommendations on program improvement, and specialized Public/Environmental Health matters.

The OHS Analyst will direct and assist regional CO locations in the implementation of the WBG OHS Management system. This will include the development of OHS focal points in CO locations.

Scope and Complexity 
Acts within the HSD regional hub functional unit in the day-to-day performance of the position’s role including.
• Implementing the WBG overarching directives, procedures and guidelines for the WBG OHS Management System
• Empowering staff engagement and involvement to foster ownership and accountability on OHS issues throughout WBG CO locations with emphasis East Asia and Pacific (EAP)) Region but not limited to supporting other regions as needed.
• Maintaining WBG management commitment and involvement in OHS including the creation of a culture of OHS across the EAP Region
• Assisting in the design and implementation of a global hazard communications program across WBG
• Assisting with Preparation, design and implementation of major OHS work programs to reduce the likelihood of accident and injuries across the WBG staff through hazard identification, analysis and control.
• Assisting with Coordinating global OHS initiatives, assessments and programs across the WBG.
• Providing technical briefings and content relevant to the EAP Region to the WBG OHS committee and senior management on OHS policy implementation, progress and accountability.
• Providing key technical assistance to WBG Emergency and Country Office Crisis Management Teams on assessment, emergency preparedness and response
• Coordinating and interacting with United Nations (UN) System on OHS.
• Making decisions, on potentially complex issues with updates to supervisor and team lead as necessary

This position will require frequent travel to WBG country offices in the EAP region and may necessitate travel to other locations.
Duties and Accountabilities
1. The incumbent is part of the HSD Regional Hub with a direct technical reporting line to the Senior OHS Specialist and administratively to the Regional Hub Task Team Leader (TTL) for delivery of occupational health and safety services within the agreed work program for the regional hub and HQ:
• Coordinate OHS support to staff.
• Undertake OHS environmental evaluations including workplace assessments and hazard identification and risk mitigation measures in the region.
• Assist in the design and implementation of OHS training platforms including staff, managers and OHS focal points.
• To carry out interventions of WBG premises over the full range of environmental health including food safety, water quality, wastewater, pest control, environmental protection, building standards and other matters of public health.

2. Document and Data Management
• Assist in the design and contribute to an overarching OHS data management system.

3. Operational Control
• To prepare and present educational and promotional materials.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of Health and Safety programs in the WBG.
• To organize and co-ordinate public health initiatives, special projects and educational talks to relevant stakeholders as required by the HSD.
• To keep informed of Health and Safety issues across HSD by regular exchange of information with colleagues, external contacts and through on-going training and continued professional development.
• Work to benchmarked standards on OHS risks in compliance with Local and Regional National / International Guidelines and recognized authorities or standards (ACGIH, OSHA, ASHRAE, EU-OSHA, CDC, HSE)
• Implement OHS strategies for risk and health hazards, inclusive of workplace and environmental hazards.

4. Record and record management
• Assist in the design of a system to function as a repository for accident, incident, investigations, assessment reports corrective and preventative actions including as required noncompliance actions and follow-up where applicable.

5. Audit and continuous improvement
• Assist in the design and establishment of behavior-based safety systems to enhance audit and continuous improvement for risk and injury reduction.

6. Monitors and evaluates the OHS program by data analysis and identification of actionable items.

Overarching Accountabilities

1. Operational Activities
• Responds organization wide to OHS requests within a defined service time interval.
• Provides support and technical advice to clients requesting OHS services.
• Reviews, develops and updates standard operating procedures.
• Implements and guides users on the OHS Incident Reporting System

Selection Criteria

• A University level degree or equivalent in the disciplines of occupational / environmental / health and safety.
• In the absence of the above, equivalent professional credentials combined with relevant education and experience can be taken into consideration.
• This will be a local hire however regional international experience and cultural understanding, as well as previous work with international populations to understand global variations in health and safety environments and health approaches would be advantageous.
• Familiarity and training in food safety (including HACCP), water quality, environmental safety, wastewater management and workplace experience with monitoring and detection programs and equipment from an accredited school, university, institute, or college.
• 5 or more years relevant work experience including global OH&S implementation experience.
• Valid professional health and safety affiliation, for example SISO.
• Registration as a Workplace Health and Safety officer in Singapore.
• Analytical understanding of OHS management and track record of proactive involvement to promote safety and health in a global environment.
• Knowledge of data analysis, biostatistics and epidemiology would be an advantage.
• Knowledge and ability to counsel staff on OHS issues in a culturally sensitive manner.
• Discretion and tact in dealing with highly confidential and sensitive information.
• Thorough knowledge and use of computer office technology such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and other major OHS/EHS Software management systems
• Proven skills in organizing, prioritizing, scheduling, planning and coordinating work.
• Demonstrated oral, written communication skills (ability to convey ideas simply and in an engaging style)
• Proficiency in English, and a second language of the region (East Asia and Pacific) oral and written would be an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with team members and partners in global locations and leveraging support of Country Management Teams to support health goals of field-based staff.
• Ability to undertake mission related international travel.

Competencies:
• Technology and systems knowledge – Exhibits excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications Office 365 and proficiency of technology or/and systems relevant to functional area. Able to coach less experienced staff on relevant technology and systems.
• Project and task management – Able to undertake diverse and complex assignments with minimal supervision and resolve competing demands. Demonstrates good organizational skills, can plan and prioritize own work and work of internal clients.
• Institutional policies, processes, and procedures – Demonstrates relevant functional knowledge and understanding of institutional priorities, policies, operational and administrative procedures, and people. Able to practically apply and guide others in policy application.
• Client Orientation – Able to interact with clients with discretion and diplomacy. Demonstrates ability to resolve complex client-related issues. Displays understanding of relevant internal and external factors and their impact on the client.
• Drive for Results – Takes personal ownership and accountability to meet deadlines and achieve agreed-upon results and has the personal organization to do so.
• Teamwork (Collaboration) and Inclusion – Collaborates with other team members and contributes productively to the team’s work and output, demonstrating respect for different points of view.
• Knowledge, Learning and Communication – Able to communicate in a constructive and professional manner. Can assist in the preparation of written materials in accordance with WB administrative guidelines and best practices. Able to contribute to unit’s knowledge sharing.
• Business Judgment and Analytical Decision Making – Able to effectively and independently provide general research support. Demonstrates ability to assess situation and make sound judgment on action needed.

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