• Country: Washington D.C, USA
• No of vacancies: N/A
  
• Salary: N/A 
• Organization: WHO
• Gender: Both
• Deadline: 2024-02-13

OBJECTIVE OF THE OFFICE/DEPARTMENT
This requisition is for employment at the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)/Regional Office of the World Health Organization (WHO)
Information Technology Services (ITS) provides leadership, direction and support in the use of information technology (IT) systems and services to support the Pan American Health Organization in carrying out its mandate. ITS establishes and maintains information technology strategies, policies, standards and procedures. The department ensures the effective and efficient provision of information technology, cybersecurity and telecommunication services across a geographically dispersed environment. ITS provides leadership on developing technical solutions and introducing emerging technologies to respond to innovation initiatives, driving workplace modernization and process automation to enhance productivity and enable efficiencies.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
Under the general supervision of the Director (D), and the direct supervision of the Director of Administration (AM), the incumbent is responsible for, but not necessarily limited to, the following duties:
a)    Lead the management, operations and support of the PASB Management Information System (PMIS), in coordination with all relevant partners and stakeholders; provide leadership on the continuous optimization roadmap of PMIS, and ensure established governance, oversight and compliance with organizational strategies and rules; chair the PMIS Advisory Committee and regularly update EXM on PMIS strategic matters and risks;
b)    Coordinate the implementation of the Organization’s Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Strategy; ensure alignment with the Organization’s business needs and strategic plans; establish, propose and maintain the Organization’s IT governance, policies and guidelines;
c)    Provide strategic advice on IT and innovation to executive management and through partnerships with managers;
d)    Direct and manage the IT functions of the Organization, including information security and cyber security.  This includes PMIS Shared Services, Service desk, IT infrastructure and communication, Cloud services, Intranet and workflows, software development, IT operations, Cyber Security, Information Assurance, Data Centers and disaster recovery sites;
e)    Provide strategic direction for information management systems and services, as well as telecommunication and information security; provide overall management and definition of all IT and telecommunications activities within the Organization, including taking a leadership role in the day-to-day operations of ITS functions;
f)    Drive workplace modernization and process automation to enhance productivity and create efficient processes;
g)    Support the Organization’s leadership role in the roadmap for Digital Transformation of the Health Sector in the Americas;
h)    Oversee the delivery of IT services, including requirements and feasibility analyses, IT procurements, software development and implementation, network management, communications systems, maintenance of corporate systems, infrastructure support, network and data security, strategic planning and business continuity;
i)    Develop and oversee the implementation of comprehensive plans for acquisitions and modification of the Organization’s IT infrastructure that are necessary for the support of operations and professional collaboration to accomplish organizational strategic goals;
j)    Develop and oversee the operation of a diversified technology network that demands the innovative utilization of interconnected computer networks, sophisticated peripheral equipment, and advanced computer software;
k)    Manage the delivery of the regional ICT support model to Country Offices and Centers;
l)    Develop, define and establish the objectives, strategy, plan and budget of ITS; ensure an organization-wide approach and strategies and objectives that are aligned with the Organization’s mission, vision, values, policies, strategies, business needs and priorities, to ensure continuing operations and maximize results. Ensure that results and products delivered by ITS are aligned with the Organizational Strategy;
m)    Administer, allocate and monitor ITS’s financial, logistical and human resources; prepare, and justify its program and budget proposals; plan and organize the formulation, development, implementation and control of information systems to monitor and improve its business processes. Oversee negotiations with suppliers, distributors, federal and state agencies, and other organizational entities and approve contracts and agreements;
n)    Define ITS’s personnel component including the organizational structure, competencies and terms of reference. Initiate and recommend approval of personnel actions for all ITS staff and ensure timely personnel evaluations. Monitor the competencies of ITS to ensure optimal performance and staff development; monitor workloads to ensure equitable distribution of work and maintain job satisfaction, efficiency and output; and follow up on any deviation of work results from objectives;
o)    Promote teamwork across the Organization and the establishment of an environment which encourages participation, stimulates each team member’s creativity, and fosters a multidisciplinary approach to the solution of specific problems;
p)    Provide a stable managerial framework that demonstrates credibility, trust and value to Member States, clients and donors, while optimizing staff performance;
q)    Develop, propose and manage the Biennial Work Plan (BWP) and budget for the ITS department, to include regular budget funding, extra-budgetary funding, IT Fund, and other funds authorized by the D.  Ensure commitment and achievement of the milestones established in the approved work plan.  Ensure full integrity and compliance with PAHO financial rules and regulations;
r)    Provide intellectual and managerial leadership to guide and motivate staff to work in a multicultural environment; promote a culture of ethical behavior and integrity in accordance with the Organization’s Code of Ethical Principles and Conduct to ensure a culture of respect, responsibility, accountability, and compliance;
s)    Provide leadership, guidance and monitoring of supervised staff by setting clear work objectives, ensuring timely and effective use of performance reviews and feedback mechanisms, engaging in regular communications, and solving interpersonal or technical conflicts; establish and support a learning environment, to include staff development in PAHO fundamentals, managerial competencies and technical expertise;
t)    Serve as communication link between the AM and ITS on matters of policy, strategy, program implementation and evaluation;
u)    Identify, promote, establish, maintain, and coordinate liaison across PAHO, within WHO, with other UN organizations or with other partners, to maximize programmatic integration, efficiency and effectiveness;
v)    Direct and participate in the development of policies and their implementation and provide advice in relation to policy and procedures under the areas of responsibility;
w)    Perform other related duties, as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Essential: A bachelor’s degree in a computer science, engineering, business administration, or management and a master’s degree in computer sciences, information technology, engineering or any other area related to the functions of the position, from a recognized university.
During the competition you may be asked to provide copies of your degrees. PAHO/WHO only considers qualifications obtained from institutions found in the following links: http://www.whed.net/; http://www.chea.org/search/default.asp and https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator.
Experience:
Essential: Fifteen years of combined national and international progressively responsible experience in information technology.  At least five years at a senior level of IT management leading IT departments.
SKILLS:
PAHO Competencies:
Overall attitude at work: Maintains integrity and takes a clear ethical approach and stance; demonstrates commitment to the Organization’s mandate and promotes the values of the Organization in daily work and behavior; is accountable for work carried out in line with own role and responsibilities; is respectful towards, and trusted by, colleagues and counterparts.
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences: Relates well to diversity in others and capitalizes on such diversity – Treats all people with dignity and respect. Relates well to people with different cultures, gender, orientations, backgrounds and/or positions; examines own behavior to avoid stereotypical responses; considers issues from the perspective of others and values their diversity.
Teamwork: Advocates for collaboration across the Organization – Creates and encourages a climate of team- working and collaboration across the Organization; sees cooperation as a key Organizational priority and creates collaborative systems and processes to achieve Organizational goals. Actively identifies and tackles disagreements between internal and external counterparts that compromise the Organization’s goals and mandate; diplomatically facilitates the resolution of conflicts between others and ensures strategic partnerships with a range of key stakeholders; maintains and extends an effective collaborative network of individuals inside and outside the Organization.
Communication: Share knowledge – Articulates the Organization’s strategic objectives when formulating and delivering information and presentations and adapts presentation methodology to address the needs of different audiences.  Shares decisions and directives of senior management and communicates them in a manner that ensures both understanding and acceptance; shares knowledge and best practice at the three Organizational levels (country, regional and global), as necessary.
Creating an empowering and motivating environment:  Provide direction/Support, motivate and empower others – Oversees and provides teams and departments with clear managerial directions which are translated from Organizational strategy.  Builds a performance culture in the Organization; contributes to setting Organizational performance goals and standards; monitors Organizational performance against milestones and strategic goals; identifies and nurtures talent as appropriate. Promotes autonomy and empowerment throughout the Organization; inspires enthusiasm and a positive attitude in people towards their work and contribution to the Organization’s success.
Ensuring effective use of resources: Strategize and set clear objectives/Monitor progress and use resources well – Sets specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and timely objectives for own team and/or the Organization; systematically analyses and anticipates priority projects for own team and allocates necessary resources to achieve them; identifies the cross-Organizational resources needed for large- scale projects in line with key Organizational objectives.  Anticipates foreseeable changes and adapts own and team’s projects in the face of unforeseen circumstances and/ or challenges; creates measures and criteria to monitor progress of overall projects against key Organizational objectives; creates cost-effective solutions for the Organization.
Driving the Organization to a successful future: Constructive leadership style/ Set the vision and build commitment – Leads and develops a road map for successfully achieving real progress in the Organization’s mandate, including consultation with key stakeholders; demonstrates respectful, trustworthy, transparent and accountable behavior to develop a reliable and coherent identity for the Organization. Creates a coherent Organizational vision of shared and successful goals; fosters a culture of vision and long- term goals, recognizing and rewarding efforts to maximize the Organization’s value.

Technical Expertise:
Managerial: Extensive experience in senior, progressively responsible positions in the management of IT departments, administration of matters requiring sensitive negotiations and high level political interventions, program management,  development of long-range IT plans including defining budgetary needs, determining  alternative strategies, performing cost/benefit studies, and addressing implementation and integration strategies related to IT systems. Resourcefulness, initiative, highly developed judgment and interpersonal skills to deal with difficult and highly sensitive situations.
Administrative:  Skills or experience in business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, financial management, leadership techniques and coordination of people and resources. Courtesy, tact, sensitivity to manage confidential information, and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with people of different professional levels, discipline, nationalities, and cultural backgrounds.
Technical:  Extensive progressive experience at a senior decision-making level, in particular in managing complex IT programs at both national and international levels. Wide and varied knowledge of IT management practices, management of ERP systems, project management, cyber security, cloud Services, IT governance, IT service management, software engineering, enterprise architecture, and information management systems. Extensive experience in developing and leading customer-focused enterprise IT initiatives.
Languages:
Very good knowledge of English or Spanish with a working knowledge of the other language.  Knowledge of French and/or Portuguese would be an asset.
IT Skills:
Demonstrated ability to effectively use different and complex methodologies related to project management; systems analyses and application development; network architecture and operating environments; communications, Internet and technologies supporting collaborative work.

APPLY NOW