Technical Officer (Health Emergency Operations Centre) – WHO jobs in India
- Location: New Delhi, India
- Vacancy No: N/A
- Salary: N/A
- Organization: WHO
- Gender: Both
- Deadline: 2024-03-06
OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME
The mission of WHO’s Health Emergencies Programme 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. The EMO unit of the Health Emergencies Programme is responsible for ensuring that emergency-affected populations have access to timely and effective health services. This includes ensuring a strong emergency management system (based on incident management), effective and inclusive coordination mechanisms, joint assessments and planning by partners, implementation of operations and services according to agreed standards, and strong logistics and operational support. The expansion and strengthening of operational partnerships is a key priority. EMO also leads on humanitarian policy and guidance, as well as representation to key interagency bodies
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
Under the direct supervision of PAM-EMO and overall guidance of RED SEARO, and within the framework of the delegated authority, the incumbent is assigned all or part of the following responsibilities:
- Serve as HEOC Manager for the SEARO Health Emergency Operations Center, supervising operational functions of the Centre including communications systems.
- Develop, update and manage required infrastructure, plans and procedures, information management products and datasets for the seamless day to day operations of the SEARO HEOC.
- Promote multidisciplinary and cross-cutting approaches and information-sharing.
- During emergencies, support the WHO SEARO response through management of the SEARO HEOC and support WHO Country Offices and Member States in the Region with establishing and/or activating their HEOCs as the central coordination hub for emergency operations and the Incident Management System.
- During emergencies, ensure appropriate documentation of SEARO emergency response activities.
- Serve as focal point for all HEOC related activities and communication with SEARO Member States as well as regional network of HEOCs.
- As part of capacity building, contribute to the development and implementation of training activities on Health Emergency Operations Centers for Members States.
- Support the development of HEOCs in priority countries in the WHO South-East Asia Region.
- Backstop for EMO team for initial response at the onset of emergency events.
- As assigned, organize and participate in internal and external meetings, working groups and steering committees.11. Perform other related responsibilities as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Essential: Essential: University degree in medicine or health sciences.
Desirable: Desirable: Post-graduate degree in public health/ health management. And professional training in relevant areas including on Incident Management System.
Experience
Essential: Essential: At least five (5) years of relevant experience with two years of working experience in an international work environment.
Desirable: Desirable: Experience of working in developing countries and work experience at international level.
Skills
- Demonstrate, organizational and IT skills combined with capacity to multi-task and produce results underpressure within short deadlines.• Excellent interpersonal skills with track record in building successful relationships with a broad range ofstakeholders and key partners. Diplomacy, tact and courtesy.
WHO Competencies
Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Producing results
Ensuring the effective use of resources
Use of Language Skills
Essential: Expert knowledge of English.
Desirable:
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, and currently amounts to USD 2079 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 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.
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- 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.
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