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Senior Executive Officer

Geneva

  • Organization: WHO - World Health Organization
  • Location: Geneva
  • Grade: Senior level - P-6, International Professional - Internationally recruited position
  • Occupational Groups:
    • HQ/DGC Office of the Chef de Cabinet DGO
  • Closing Date: Closed

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The Director-General's Office (DGO) provides support to the Director-General in directing the work of the Organization within the framework of WHO's Constitution, so as to maximize the Organization-wide contribution to the work of Member States in achieving significant gains in health status, and progressively realizing the objective of the attainment by all peoples of the highest possible level of health.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

  1. Coordinates and provides senior leadership in establishing new approaches, evidence-based policies and strategies and capacity building initiatives for implementation across the three levels of the organization.
  2. Provides strategic, technical, and operational support to DGC/DGO towards the effective execution of his/her functions and responsibilities.
  3. Provides senior level expertise and advice to the Chef de Cabinet and Senior Management in the areas under their responsibility, including on the development and establishment of new strategies and policies for implementation.
  4. Manages and develops DGO workplan objectives and ensures priorities are met and on-track and advises Senior Management on developments and progress.
  5. Manages the programme delivery and timelines of various programme projects of DGO in accordance with workplans and ensures the coordination of periodic reviews of programmatic/technical achievements and progress indicators for reporting activities.
  6. Leads, coordinates and executes special projects and initiatives commissioned by Senior Management (DG, DGC/DGO) as needed.
  7. Assesses institutional implications of issues that affect the functioning of DGO and WHO, taking into account and in consultation with appropriate stakeholders, inter alia, risk management, legal and reputational considerations, and makes recommendations on possible policies, strategies and other measures to address issues of concern and to advance mandated objectives.
  8. Represents DGO on assigned issues, coordinating, developing and maintaining collaborative relationships and partnerships, including serving as point of contact for partner institutions/individuals.
  9. Acts as Secretariat to support DGC/DGO for executive-level meetings and other senior management bodies convened by DGO, including meetings of the Global Policy Group, ADGs/EXDs, and HQ Directors. Oversees the preparation and planning of agendas, and the monitoring, follow-up and timely reporting on discussions and decisions.
  10. Builds partnerships with other UN Agencies, Donors, research institutions and other stakeholders to position the DGO areas of work and implementation into respective policies.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: Advanced university degree (Master's level or above) in public health, law, international affairs, business administration /management, or in another relevant scientific, management or policy-related field.
Desirable: An additional advanced degree in another relevant scientific, management or policy-related field.

Experience

Essential: A minimum of 15 years of relevant professional experience, including at least 10 years in international public health, and significant experience in designing, leading and project-managing multi-phase/multi-stakeholder programmes and projects and formulating institutional strategies and policies in complex environments. Experience in providing senior level advice and guidance to Senior Management/Decision makers, managing human and financial resources, as well as experience in the area of developing and establishing policies and strategies.
Desirable: Proven expertise in a senior-level strategy/policy environment, preferably in an executive office, or in the context of working with senior leadership, of a complex organization. Experience working in a United Nations or multilateral agency and/or international health management group.

Skills

Strong skills in the area of developing and establishing polices and strategies. Significant knowledge of global health architecture, including the roles of relevant major United Nations, multilateral and international organizations. Proven ability in providing advice to senior management, and in the effective management of complex programmes and projects. Integrity, tact, discretion, supervisory skills, diplomacy, negotiation skills, ability to work with multidisciplinary staff, national and international institutions, and excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to synthesize complex issues and construct sound, persuasive and evidence-based outputs. Ability to work as a member of a team, adapt to diverse educational and cultural backgrounds and maintain a high standard of personal conduct.

WHO Competencies

Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Producing results
Driving the Organization to a Successful Future
Creating an empowering and motivating environment

Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond.

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Intermediate 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 102,715 (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 7344 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.
  • 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.
This vacancy is now closed.