Qualifications

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

1. Work in coordination with, and under the technical guidance of functional units and departments at headquarters and regional levels, under the     supervision of the head of the WHO office.
2. Deliver consistent, high quality, and professional, risk- and compliance-based country-office assessments, including of the managerial Key Performance Indicators.
3. Determine office compliance with WHO rules, regulations, and procedures, including the optimal use of resources, in line with global compliance programmes.
4. Present on a scheduled basis to head of the WHO office and senior management the analyses, reports, and results of the systematic assessments of risks and issues of non-compliance in the country office with actionable recommendations.
5. Support country office leadership in the assigned country office on integrating risk management into decision-making, programme design and planning, monitoring, evaluation, reporting and contingency activities.
6. Identify constraints to transactional compliance and facilitate organizational support, if required.
7. Support the head of the WHO office to implement internal and external audit recommendations and follow up on open findings and recommendations. Promote a country-office culture of risk awareness, accountability and compliance in programme and administration through education, training, and knowledge generation.
8. Contribute to the development of corporate knowledge products on compliance and risk management.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Experience

Skills

• Implementation and/or monitoring of accountability frameworks in WHO or other United Nations or international, public-sector organizations
• Statistical analysis tools and techniques
• Implementation of risk assessment/risk management and/or compliance tools or systems for international organizations
• Verbal and written communication, and training skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative work style, including internal consulting skills
• Ability to extract and analyse all relevant types of evidence and to draw reasonable inferences and conclusions.

WHO Competencies

Use of Language Skills

REMUNERATION

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
• A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at shws@who.int.
• WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
• For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.
• In case the website does not display properly, please retry by: (i) checking that you have the latest version of the browser installed (Chrome, Edge or Firefox); (ii) clearing your browser history and opening the site in a new browser (not a new tab within the same browser); or (iii) retry accessing the website using Mozilla Firefox browser or using another device. Click this link for detailed guidance on completing job applications: Instructions for candidates
• Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply on-line. For assessment of your application, please ensure that -  your profile on Stellis is properly completed and updated; - all required details regarding your qualifications, education and training are provided; - all experience records are entered with elaboration on tasks performed at the time. - Kindly note that CV/PHFs inserted via LinkedIn are not accessible.

Qualifications

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

GENERAL

CORRESPONDENCE

HUMAN RESOURCES

PROCUREMENT

BUDGET & FINANCE

INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

MEETING ADMINISTRATION

TRAVEL

OTHER DUTIES

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Experience

Functional Knowledge and Skills

• Strong skills to work independently.
• Strong organization and office skills, as well as skills in note taking and minute writing.
• Sound knowledge and skills using a variety of office and computer packages.
• Sound knowledge of WHO and/or UN administrative rules and regulations, procedures and practices.
• The ability to multitask and work under pressure.
• The ability to exercise discretion at all times in judging the importance, urgency and confidential nature various issues and tact when dealing with staff and external partners.

WHO Competencies

• Teamwork
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
• Communication

REMUNERATION

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.
• 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.
• WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
• WHO also offers a 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 post is subject to local recruitment and will be filled by persons recruited in the local commuting area of the duty station.
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• Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply on-line. For assessment of your application, please ensure that:
  •  your profile on Stellis is properly completed and updated;
  • all required details regarding your qualifications, education and training are provided;
  • all experience records are entered with elaboration on tasks performed at the time.
  • Kindly note that CV/PHFs inserted via LinkedIn are not accessible.

This is a Fast Track Recruitment

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The mission of WHE is to build the capacity of Member States to manage health emergency risks and, when national capacities are overwhelmed, to lead and coordinate the international health response to contain outbreaks and to provide effective relief and recovery to affected populations. WHE brings together and enhances WHO's operational, technical and normative capacity in outbreaks, emergencies and risk analysis to address all health hazards across the risk management cycle in a predictable, capable, dependable, adaptable and accountable manner. It is designed to operate within the broader humanitarian and emergency management architecture in support of people at risk of, or affected by, outbreaks and emergencies, consistent with ways that strengthen local and national capabilities.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

The incumbent will perform the following duties:

1. Assist in developing appropriate tools and indictors for monitoring implementation of programmes on surveillance and response for emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases.

2. Contribute to the development of an early warning and response system for epidemic and pandemic-prone diseases.

3. Collect and verify information on reported outbreaks or rumors from emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases.

4. Maintain and adapt an event management system database of reported outbreaks and public health events and document all steps taken in the verification and response process.

5. Undertake monitoring and evaluation of risk assessments based on incoming epidemic intelligence and verification of information and brief the responsible officials on a periodical basis on the evolving health situation.

6. Conduct retrospective analysis of reported events: determine trends, distribution patterns, and efficiency of the verification mechanism.

7. Prepare and disseminate disease outbreak news, updates and assessments to key decision makers in the organizational hierarchy.

8. Organize training courses for health care workers on field investigation, surveillance and response to outbreaks.

9. Organize technical missions for field investigation of outbreaks as required.

10. Participate in the development of rapid field assessment, risk assessment and investigation protocols for specific priority diseases in accordance with APSHAF and IHR (2005), as required.

11. Participate in the elaboration of guidelines for epidemic control.

12. Disseminate technical documents, guidelines and protocols on prevention and control of emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases to the national health authorities.

13. Build and maintain effective partnerships with relevant bodies, agencies and sectors in order to facilitate implementation of public health policies and programmes for emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: Bachelor’s degree in epidemiology, medicine or public health with specialization in epidemiology

Desirable: Advanced university degree (master’s level or higher) related to epidemiology or post-graduate training in epidemiology (Field Epidemiology Training Programme) 

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/ . 

Experience

Essential: 

At least five years' relevant work experience in epidemiology including implementing programmes, policies, and guidelines as well as monitoring and evaluation of diseases and public health issues. Demonstrated international exposure working in relevant areas of work

Desirable: 

Relevant international experience in the areas of outbreak investigation and response for emerging and re-emerging diseases.

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge, competency and professional skills on the public health aspects of infectious disease control, and the use of monitoring and evaluation of descriptive epidemiology and principles of public health in communicable disease surveillance and response.

• Ability to write reports on outbreaks and interpret epidemiological surveillance data.

• Good presentation and writing skills.

WHO Competencies 

Enhanced WHO Global Competency Model: 
who-enhanced-competence.pdf

Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Moving forward in a changing environment
Producing results

Use of Language Skills

Excellent knowledge of English

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. 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 and/or an asynchronous video assessment 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at shws@who.int. 
• WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
• For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.
• • In case the website does not display properly, please retry by:

  (i) checking that you have the latest version of the browser installed (Chrome, Edge or Firefox);

  (ii) clearing your browser history and opening the site in a new browser (not a new tab within the same browser); or

  (iii) retry accessing the website using Mozilla Firefox browser or using another device. Click this link for detailed guidance on completing job applications: Instructions for candidates

• Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply on-line. For assessment of your application, please ensure that - your profile on Stellis is properly completed and updated; 
  - all required details regarding your qualifications, education and training are provided; 
  - all experience records are entered with elaboration on tasks performed at the time; and 
  - please note that CV/PHFs inserted via LinkedIn are not accessible. 

This is a Fast Track Recruitment

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

1. Provide technical leadership and support in strengthening Member States' capacities including preparedness for managing health security, information management and risk assessments, infectious hazard management and emergencies in the country including development and implementation of national action plans.
2. Provide technical guidance and support, in the context of IHR, in the prevention, early detection, verification, risk assessment, and response to epidemic-prone infectious hazards and other public health emergencies including natural disasters.
3. Provide support to the timely and high-quality collection, analysis, production and dissemination of health emergency data/information pertaining to the country.
4. In coordination with the Western Pacific Regional Office counterparts, improve the country preparedness and readiness by supporting, coordinating and reporting results of IHR monitoring and evaluation framework activities and their follow up including state party annual reporting (SPAR), joint external evaluations (JEE), after action reviews (AAR) and simulation exercises. Support for periodic intra-action reviews should also be provided.
5. Provide technical guidance related to strengthening and advancing core surveillance, alert, verification and response capacities in accordance with the requirements for IHR (2005) in line with For the Future and implemented using the Asia Pacific Health Security Action Framework.
6. Provide technical expertise to develop plans and programmes for strengthening epidemiological and laboratory surveillance system for prevention and control of disease with epidemic and pandemic potentials in accordance with IHR 2005.
7. Strengthen risk assessments for a diverse range of public health events and provide technical support in the field during acute public health events.
8. Contribute and participate in national/regional/global event-based surveillance, analysis, and joint risk assessment, including timely information sharing.
9. Provide technical support in planning and implementing field epidemiology training.
10. Provide technical support in strengthening the One Health approach and other cross-cutting issues, as required.
11. Foster collaborative work with others all levels of the Organization, as well as externally, including coordination and communication with partners, participating in resource mobilization, and report writing particularly during emergencies and as part of prevention, preparedness, readiness and response activities taking a One Health approach.
12. Participate in the organization-wide event management system of WHO’s alert and response operations to epidemics and pandemics, ensure the planning, implementation and monitoring of epidemiology/surveillance/information activities are in place when IMT is activated.
13. Perform other related duties, as requested by supervisor, including provision of support to other areas of work and teams or programme areas, as required including acting as IHR duty officer.
14. Upon request, provide technical and managerial support, backstopping and gap-filling for emergency activities at any level of the Organization or scale of emergency.
15. Perform other related duties, as requested relevant to the context of the country or regional office.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Experience

Skills

• Demonstrated expertise in field epidemiology, quantitative methods, data management and surveillance in the area of emerging/re-emerging disease.
• Proven ability to link routine health information and quantitative data to public health response in outbreaks, emergencies, planning, service delivery and/or policy decision-making.
• Ability to analyse surveillance systems and to develop and plan appropriate improvement measures.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills combined with ability to multitask and produce accurate results under pressure.
• Ability to think strategically and to demonstrate initiative, leadership qualities, and skill in dealing with difficult situations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to communicate in a credible and effective way, and synthesize information in a clear and concise manner.
• Tact, diplomacy and courtesy.
• Ability to work harmoniously as a member of a team, adapt to diverse cultural and educational backgrounds and maintain a high standard of personal conduct.

WHO Competencies

Use of Language Skills

REMUNERATION

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 and/or an asynchronous video assessment 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at shws@who.int.

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

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

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Job Profile Summary

Summary of Assigned Duties

1.  Administer and/or coordinate or supervise other programme support staff processing of work products and transactions across programme, financial, and administrative work areas
2. Review obligating documents, undertake reconciliations, and prepare periodic reports, as required.
3. Review, certify and process transactions in the enterprise resource planning system and follow up with concerned parties on the receipt of deliverables and finalization of payments.
4. Monitor aspects of the implementation of country activities, such as deadlines, funds for project/programme budget and financial expenditures, according to the approved country work plan, proposing to the supervisor solutions to problems, inconsistencies, and delays
5. Introduce enhancements to relevant work processes of the team, for greater efficiency.
6. Categorize information and support the preparation and monitoring of team business plans in the enterprise resource planning system.
7. Establish and manage the team’s client-support/response system, ensuring the processing of requests and correspondence.
8. Lead on the administrative preparation for meetings, seminars, workshops, delegate and supervise execution of related assignments to other support staff.
9. Prepare or edit and consolidate reports and documentation for signature or clearance by relevant authority, soliciting inputs from various staff and facilitating compliance with WHO standards, rules, practices and procedures.
10. Undertake in-depth research on programme areas and analyse incoming correspondence and requests providing background information in anticipation of the responsible officer’s needs or redirecting them as appropriate.
11. Review or initiate general or administrative correspondence, ensuring grammar and accuracy and checking its presentation complies with WHO and unit style, and finalize correspondence/reports for signature/clearance.
12. In close collaboration with other support staff, establish best-in-class information and filing systems, continuously updating for effectiveness.

Qualifications

Education

Experience

Skills

• Mastery in the use of standard office computer software, note taking and operation of computerized systems and databases.
• Deep knowledge of procedures and practices, rules and regulations in an administrative support area in a United Nations or WHO country office.
• Knowledge and skills to train, brief and explain administrative procedures to other staff members.
• Demonstrated financial accounting skills.
• Ability to review, write/draft routine and non-routine correspondence and reports using proper grammar, punctuation and style.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective client relationships and proactivity in servicing clients
• Ability to undertake research, and prepare reports, briefing materials, and establish filing systems

WHO Competencies

• Teamwork
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
• Communication
• Producing results
• Setting an example
• Creating an empowering and motivating environment

 Use of Language Skills

REMUNERATION

 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 and/or an asynchronous video assessment 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.
  • 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/diversityequity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply.
  • 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.
  • For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.
  • 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.
  • Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW).
  • The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at shws@who.int.
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Experience

Functional Knowledge and Skills

WHO Competencies

Use of Language Skills

REMUNERATION

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.
• 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.
• WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
• WHO also offers a 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.
• Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW).
• The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at shws@who.int.
• This post is subject to local recruitment and will be filled by persons recruited in the local commuting area of the duty station.
• The salary will be calculated based on the local salary scale of the relevant duty station
• In case the website does not display properly, please retry by: (i) checking that you have the latest version of the browser installed (Chrome, Edge or Firefox); (ii) clearing your browser history and opening the site in a new browser (not a new tab within the same browser); or (iii) retry accessing the website using Mozilla Firefox browser or using another device. Click the link for detailed guidance on completing job applications: Instructions for candidates.
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This is a Fast Track Recruitment

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

1. Provide support to the Ministry of Health in developing and implementing strategies to strengthen the International Health Regulations (IHR, 2005) core capacities in the areas of laboratory, biosafety and biosecurity; including the national public health laboratory network, specimen referral mechanisms, introduction and rollout of new diagnostic technologies, implementation of quality management systems, in accordance with the APHSAF and guided by performance in other IHR M&E frameworks like the IHR Joint External Evaluation; State-Party Annual Reporting and National Action Plan for Health Security, where available.
2. Support the development and implementation of technical guidelines and standard operational procedures on laboratory testing for the detection of emerging, re-emerging, vaccine-preventable, and other infectious diseases, including the development and implementation of quality assurance mechanisms that contribute to strengthening quality management at the public health laboratories.
3. Support the enhancement of laboratory infrastructure and the development of standard operating procedures to ensure safe and quality collection, handling, shipment storage and analysis of human specimens.
4. Coordinate and organize, in collaboration with WHO HQ/RO and WHO Collaborating Centers, capacity building activities for strengthening national and subnational laboratory capacity to detect, confirm and characterize emerging, re-emerging, vaccine-preventable, and other infectious diseases pathogens, including those of epidemic and pandemic potential.
5. Participate, in timely and efficient response to outbreaks/epidemics in collaboration with national health officials and with other partner organizations.
6. Promote coordination among partners from national laboratories and international/regional laboratories, including One Health partners, as needed.
7. Support the development and implementation of national biosafety and biosecurity frameworks, using an all-of-government approach.
8. Support planning and implementation of research activities to strengthen policy and performance of public health laboratories.
9. Perform other related duties as may be required relevant to the context of the country or regional office

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Experience

Skills

• Sound knowledge of standards, methodology and techniques in public health laboratories, including those in microbiology, molecular biology, virology, bacteriology, and, biosafety and biosecurity.
• Knowledge in communicable disease prevention and control, including the concept and principles of surveillance, laboratory confirmation, risk assessment, rapid response and preparedness.
• Knowledge of international public health laboratory systems including quality management systems and external quality assessment schemes.
• Ability to assess laboratory capacity and to find solutions to fill gaps.
• Ability to work flexibly, autonomously and efficiently, in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to adapt to shifting priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to use and make sense of complex data and/or information to effectively solve problems and contribute to public health decision-making.
• Strong writing skills including for presentations, proposals, concept notes, reports and other documents.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and diplomatic skills.
• Ability to work harmoniously as a member of a team, adapt to diverse cultural and educational background and maintain a high standard of personal conduct.

WHO Competencies

Use of Language Skills

REMUNERATION

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 and/or an asynchronous video assessment 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at shws@who.int.

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

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

• *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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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Experience

Functional Knowledge and Skills

WHO Competencies

Enhanced WHO Global Competency Model:

who-enhanced-competence.pdf

Use of Language Skills

Skills

REMUNERATION

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 and/or an asynchronous video assessment 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at shws@who.int.

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

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

• In case the website does not display properly, please retry by: (i) checking that you have the latest version of the browser installed (Chrome, Edge or Firefox); (ii) clearing your browser history and opening the site in a new browser (not a new tab within the same browser); or (iii) retry accessing the website using Mozilla Firefox browser or using another device. Click this link for detailed guidance on completing job applications: Instructions for candidates
• Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply on-line. For assessment of your application, please ensure that -  your profile on Stellis is properly completed and updated; - all required details regarding your qualifications, education and training are provided; - all experience records are entered with elaboration on tasks performed at the time. - Kindly note that CV/PHFs inserted via LinkedIn are not accessible.

• Sub-national and local infrastructure financing
• Women owned enterprise financing
• Nature and climate financing
• Energy and decarbonization finance
• Sustainable food systems financing
• Inclusive digital finance

• Engagement and Identification: Engaging with member states to identify development finance requirements and conducting due diligence in project sourcing, identification, design, and development.
• Partnership Development: Nurturing strategic partnerships with key UN organizations, Multilateral Development Banks, and Development Finance Institutions.
• Project Execution Oversight: Supporting the oversight of project execution to ensure the delivery of impactful results from a portfolio of programs and projects.

• Strategic Leadership
• Lead Overall Management
• Lead Partnerships and Resource Mobilization
• Lead Knowledge Management and Advocacy

• Sets the strategic direction for the sourcing, design, development, and provision of implementation support associated with UNCDF’s portfolio of projects and programmes financed through grants, loans, and guarantees in line with UNCDF’s vision and mission statement.
• Leads the effective sourcing, design and management of a focused, coherent, cost-effective and high impact UNCDF portfolio of programmes and projects financed by grants, loans, and guarantees.
• Overall responsible for ensuring consistency in application of thematic objectives of UNCDF for each of the thematic leads and for each of the regional leads.
• Sets the strategic direction of UNCDF’s Thematic and Regional Leads on the execution of operations in the various country investment programmes.
• Lead the development of innovative approaches to achieve development targets, including through design and development of different financing mechanisms particularly with a focus on third party capital mobilization including the private sector.
• Proactive monitoring to achieve management targets and implementation of the different investments.
• Ensure regular review of the progress of the different investments to ensure everything remains on track, and guide/advise on adjustments/interventions as needed (from an impact, financial, and risk perspective).
• Work with each of the Thematic and Regional Leads to understand and advise on each of their business plans, including implementation and execution process, key milestones, outreach/business development programs with identified targets and timetables.
• Ensure good and regular communications between each of the Thematic and Regional Leads enabling effective coordination.
• Implement a detailed and cohesive plan to drive strong coordination and communication between the Thematic Leads and the Regional Leads, including working with each of them to develop business development and execution plans in line with the UNCDF’s overall objectives.
• Lead discussions with respect to the overall resource mobilization efforts, including building and deepening partnerships, engaging diverse stakeholders, fostering strategic partnerships with governments, private sector, NGOs, donor community, international financial institutions and other UN entities.
• Report regularly to the Executive Secretary on the effectiveness and impact of the Thematic and Regional Leads working together to ensure business development and development impact in line with technical rigour and in line with UNCDF’s investment strategy to support the realization of UNCDF’s vision and mission statement.

• Leads the overall management of a team of Thematic and Region-based Investment Leads and technical and policy officers who undertake UNCDF’s “front office” function of sourcing, design, development, and provision of implementation support associated with UNCDF’s portfolio of projects and programmes financed through grants, loans, and guarantees in line with UNCDF’s vision and mission statement and Strategic Framework.
• Ensure an efficient and collegiate management of the senior team in UNCDF’s Investment and Implementation Division in line with the objectives of UNCDF’s Strategic Framework and associated four-year business plan.
• Accountable for the effective provision of first level oversight of a portfolio of programmes and projects under the management of UNCDF’s Investment and Implementation Division.
• Ensure the investment integrity of the organization and full compliance with UNCDF’s investment rules and regulations and UNDP’s rules and regulations as outlined in the POPP.
• Ensure UNCDF’s investment and programming approach fully complies with internal program and operational policies and procedures as approved by the UNCDF Executive Secretary.
• Lead on the coordination and delivery of an integrated workplan with UNCDF’s two other Divisions - Investment Finance Oversight Division and Investment Operations Divisions - and UNCDF’s Executive Office.
• Management of overall risk of investments, ensuring continued monitoring and quality of regular reporting obligations.
• Ensure results-based management and constantly demonstrate value for money in all UNCDF programming.
• Manage Investment and Implementation Division staff and personnel and encourage an organizational culture that supports innovation and effective risk management.
• Ensure the implementation of gender and other workplace policies.
• Ensure effective internal communications and a positive, healthy work environment.

• Develops strategic partnerships to advance corporate strategic objectives as well as transactions-level needs in line with UNCDF’s vision and mission statement.
• Lead on UNCDF’s Resource Mobilization efforts in line with objectives and targets of UNCDF’s Strategic Framework and associated regular 4-year business plans, and working collaboratively with the UNCDF Chief Financial Officer, Chief Operations Officer and other senior managers in the UNCDF Executive Office.
• Represent UNCDF within the wider UN and in other international fora.
• Represent UNCDF in the broader market helping to highlight UNCDF’s capabilities with a wide range of stakeholders, including the private sector, Global and Regional Multilateral Development Banks, Development Finance Institutions, Philanthropy and Foundations as well as International Non-Governmental Organizations.
• Promote UNCDF to external audiences, ensuring appropriate positioning and business development.

• Ensure monitoring and evaluation of UNCDF programmes and the effective capture and codification and use of the knowledge generated in line with UNCDF’s vision and mission statement.
• Ensure effective advocacy around UNCDF’s programmatic work and themes, at both the global and country levels.

• Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system.

• Ability to take decisions in a timely and efficient manner in line with one's authority, area of expertise and resources.

• Ability to select, prioritize and control the organizations programmes and projects, in line with its strategic objectives and capacity; ability to balance the implementation of change initiatives and the maintenance of business-as-usual, while optimizing return on investment

• Ability to build and maintain partnerships with wide networks of stakeholders, Governments, civil society and private sector partners, experts and others in line with UNDP strategy and policies

• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience.
• Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels.

• Ability to develop effective strategies and prioritized plans in line with UNCDF’s objectives, based on the systemic analysis of challenges, potential risks and opportunities; linking the vision to reality on the ground, and creating tangible solutions.
• Ability to leverage learning from a variety of sources to anticipate and respond to future trends; to demonstrate foresight in order to model what future developments and possible ways forward look like for UNCDF.

• Ability to develop and work with innovative financing mechanisms and instruments, e.g. social/development impact bonds, guarantees, climate finance, etc..