Job Vacancies @ World Health Organization (WHO) – 8 Positions

Job ID: 2205390
Location: Abuja
Schedule: Full-time
Contractual Arrangement: Special Services Agreement (SSA)
Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 6 Months
Organization: AF_NGA Nigeria

Purpose of the position

• The Nigerian national authorities have intensified efforts to continuously interrupt wild poliovirus transmission within the shortest time possible. Therefore, a strong AFP surveillance system is crucial to detect and investigate cases early.
• A strong community surveillance linked with ACS to priority health facility is proved to effective in many countries. Therefore, a new innovative approach in making the surveillance system sensitive is crucial to make sure that we are not missing any cases in the community.
• Auto- Visual AFP Detection and Reporting (AVADAR) was piloted in two LGAs in Nigeria and the result has shown that it increases both the number of cases detected and the geographical distribution of case reporting.
• After reviewing the result of the pilot an agreement is reached to implement this initiative in other 11 states across 62 LGAs with persistent surveillance gaps. There is need for central coordination of the project to over see the general implementation of the project.

• To sustain the present gains of the Polio Eradication program, AVADAR project was deployed to increase the sensitivity of AFP detection and reporting using smart phones and AVADAR application to send AFP alert to DSNO.
• This innovative solution allows monitoring and provide real time analytics for information collected using the electronic tools. The incumbent will be responsible for:
• The Technical Officer will be responsible for the general project coordination at country and state levels.
• He/She will coordinate and facilitate the deployment and troubleshooting of technical equipment, software installation and configuration of phones before and during project implementation.
• He/She will also coordinate and facilitate training of health workers and community informants on use of android mobile phones with installed embedded software applications.
• He/She will coordinate the process of monitoring and supervision and overall evaluation of the project.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Under the overall supervision of the WHO Country Representative, and direct supervision of PEP/Polio Focal Point, the incumbent will be responsible for deployment and troubleshooting of technical equipment, software installation and configuration of phones before and during project implementation.
• He/She will also support training of health workers and community informants on use of android mobile phones with installed embedded software applications. The duties of the position are as follows:
  • Communicates effectively with the project team members and partnering organizations to establish trust and promote the Organization’s core values of ethics and integrity
  • Provides professional and effective leadership and coordination of all activities in the field with partnering organizations.
  • Prepares all equipment, devices, and materials for project use and/or field activities and ensures all equipment and devices are fully charged and activated for daily use.
  • Ensures judicious use of all assigned equipment and materials, including safe transport to and from the field.
  • Works closely with partnering organizations, providing specific training, re-training, guidance, and coaching, as needed, to ensure successful outcomes towards assigned goals.
  • Completes daily project and/or field reports in line with project deliverables
  • Identifies areas for improvement in project and/or field work and brings to the attention of Project lead or Supervisor.
  • As directed, ensures that appropriate corrective actions are taken in a timely manner, including review and update of project processes, materials, and equipment.
  • Assists in upgrading and installing new software.
  • Demonstrates high level of customer care service to project end users (local health workers)
  • Responsible for performing any other duty assigned by the Management
  • May frequently travel between project worksites. This position is primarily field based; technical officers may be expected to live and work in remote locations for several weeks/months at a time.
  • Attends and participates and give feedback in all weekly and monthly project meetings
  • Reacts well under pressure. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
  • Accepts responsibility for own actions and follows through on commitments.

Cross Cutting Tasks:

• Support the design and implementation of electronic and mHealth data collection tools
• Capacity building on electronic / mHealth innovations.

Educational Qualifications
Essential:

• First Degree in Medicine (MBBS) or its equivalent from an accredited institution.

Desirable:

• Master's Degree in Public Health.
• Project management certification will be an added advantage

• Essential: At least 5 years’ working experience with WHO or other international organizations.
• Desirable: Experience in data collection, analysis, dissemination, and use of health information for program planning and management.
• Experience in database development, electronic and mHealth tools development, and server management.

Competencies:

• Communication
• Producing results
• Fostering integration and teamwork
• Ensuring the effective use of resources
• Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
• Promoting WHO’s position in health leadership.

Functional Skills and Knowledge:

• Ability to organize and provide training for programs and data managers
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues and partners at national and international levels
• Ability to provide leadership and monitor progress
• Computer software program proficiency including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access database, Power BI, EPI Info, ODK, Google Apps, DHIS2,
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively in Nigeria.

Languages:

• Excellent knowledge of English.

Application Closing Date
22nd June (10:59:00 PM)

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Note: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.

Location: Kano
Schedule: Full-time
Grade: No grade
Contractual Arrangement: Special Services Agreement (SSA)
Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 6 Months

Purpose of the Position

• The Nigerian national authorities have intensified efforts to continuously interrupt wild poliovirus transmission within the shortest time possible. Therefore, a strong AFP surveillance system is crucial to detect and investigate cases early.
• A strong community surveillance linked with ACS to priority health facility is proved to effective in many countries. Therefore, a new innovative approach in making the surveillance system sensitive is crucial to make sure that we are not missing any cases in the community.
• Auto-Visual AFP Detection and Reporting (AVADAR) was piloted in two LGAs in Nigeria and the result has shown that it increases both the number of cases detected and the geographical distribution of case reporting.
• After reviewing the result of the pilot an agreement is reached to implement this initiative in other 11 states across 62 LGAs with persistent surveillance gaps. There is need for coordination of the project at state level to oversee the general implementation of the project.

Objectives of the Programme

• To sustain the present gains of the Polio Eradication program, AVADAR project was deployed to increase the sensitivity of AFP detection and reporting using smart phones and AVADAR application to send AFP alert to DSNO. This innovative solution allows monitoring and provide real time analytics for information collected using the electronic tools.
• The main objective of the post is to support the implementation of AVADAR in the state through technical guidance of the AVADAR SOPs, supportive supervision and providing on site trainings to HWs and CIs.

Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall guidance of the PEP/Polio Focal person and over all supervision of Zonal Coordinator and guidance of the State Coordinator the AVADAR Project Assistant will carry out the following specific task:

Coordination:

• Working with the project coordinator to ensure that there is constant communication on the project from the field level to the state and eventually to national level.
• Support the set-up of meetings be they physically or virtually
• Perform other responsibilities that may be required of him.

Operations:

• Support the preparations and implementation of the trainings
• Ensure that AVADAR SOPs are followed in LGA implementation sites
• Conduct monitoring and supervisory visits to end users
• Support the process of payment incentive for the notification of an AFP case that yields a polio virus
• Track and attend to complain related to the project from the informants and health workers
• Support the quarterly review meeting of the project
• Provide weekly/monthly report on the project including tracking information of the project indicators.

Cross Cutting Tasks:

• Support the design and implementation of electronic and mHealth data collection tools
• Support in the investigation of disease alerts and verifications.

Competencies:

• Communication
• Producing results
• Fostering integration and teamwork
• Ensuring the effective use of resources.

Functional Skills and Knowledge:

• Ability to organize and provide training for community informants and health workers
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues and partners at state and LGA levels
• Ability to provide leadership and monitor progress
• Computer software proficiency including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and ODK.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively within the state of assignment.

Education (Qualifications)
Essential:

• Completion of Secondary School Education, Technical Certificate, or Diploma in Management from an accredited institution.

Desirable:

• University Degree or its equivalent in social or health sciences from an accredited university.

Experience:
Essential:

• 5 to 7 years’ working experience in project management with WHO or agencies of the United Nations.

Desirable:

• Experience in data collection, analysis, dissemination, and use of health information for program planning and management.

• Excellent knowledge of English.

Application Closing Date
10:59 PM: 22nd June, 2022.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Ref No: 2205401
Location: Kano
Grade: No grade
Contractual Arrangement: Special Services Agreement (SSA)
Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 6 Months
Schedule: Full-time

Purpose of the Position

• The Nigerian national authorities have intensified efforts to continuously interrupt wild poliovirus transmission within the shortest time possible.
• Therefore, a strong AFP surveillance system is crucial to detect and investigate cases early. A strong community surveillance linked with ACS to priority health facility is proved to effective in many countries.
• Therefore, a new innovative approach in making the surveillance system sensitive is crucial to make sure that we are not missing any cases in the community. Auto- Visual AFP Detection and Reporting (AVADAR) was piloted in two LGAs in Nigeria and the result has shown that it increases both the number of cases detected and the geographical distribution of case reporting.
• After reviewing the result of the pilot an agreement is reached to implement this initiative in other 11 states across 62 LGAs with persistent surveillance gaps.
• There is need for data management of the project at state level for continuous monitoring and supervision of the project.

Objectives of the Programme

• To sustain the present gains of the Polio Eradication program, AVADAR project was deployed to increase the sensitivity of AFP detection and reporting using smart phones and AVADAR application to send AFP alert to DSNO. This innovative solution allows monitoring and provide real time analytics for information collected using the electronic tools. The incumbent will be responsible for:
• The main objective of the post is to assist the implementation of AVADAR in the state through data coalition, cleaning and transmission. Supportive supervision and providing on site trainings to HWs and CIs.

Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall guidance of the PEP/Polio Focal Person and over all supervision of Zonal Coordinator and guidance of the State Coordinator; the AVADAR Data Assistant will carry out the following specific task:

Coordination:

• Working with the project assistant to ensure that the data flow and reporting of all health facilities on the project from the field level to the state and eventually to national level.
• Support with data analysis feedback for both weekly, monthly and quarterly meetings
• Perform other responsibilities that may be required of him

Operations:

• Support the field staff on the data management component of the project
• Support technically in terms of the data and ensure that SOPs are followed in LGA implementation sites
• Support with configuration of phones and resolving issues to end users
• Support the quarterly review meeting of the project
• Provide monthly feedback analysis on the project including tracking information of the project indicators
• Track and attend to complain related to the project from the informants and health workers
• Support the quarterly review meeting of the project

Cross Cutting Tasks:

• Support the design and implementation of electronic and mHealth data collection tools
• Support in the disease alerts from the communities

Requirements
Eduaction:

• Essential:  Completion of Secondary School Education, Technical Certificate, or Diploma in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Management etc. from an accredited institution.
• Desirable: University degree or its equivalent in Computer Science, statistics, data management etc. from an accredited institution.

Experience:

• Essential: 2 to 4 years’ working experience in data management with WHO or agencies of the United Nations.
• Desirable: Experience in data collection, analysis, dissemination, and use of health information for program planning and management.
• 3 years of job-related experience, preferably field work in a development project sector across Nigeria. Preferably, experience in electronic data collection using ODK or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is preferred.

Competencies:

• Communication
• Producing results
• Fostering integration and teamwork
• Moving forward in a changing environment
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences.

Functional Skills and Knowledge:

• Ability to organize and provide training for community informants and health workers
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues and partners at state and LGA levels
• Ability to monitor progress
• Computer software proficiency including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and ODK.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively within the state of assignment.

Languages:

• Excellent knowledge of English

Application Closing Date
10:59 PM; 22nd June, 2022.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Important Notice: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.

Job ID: 2205365
Location: Abuja
Schedule: Full-time
Contractual Arrangement: External consultant
Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 23 days
Organization: AF_NGA Nigeria

Introduction

• Hepatitis infection remains a global public health and development issue. Nigeria contributes significantly to the burden of chronic viral hepatitis infection globally with prevalence of 8.1% and 1.1% for viral hepatitis B and C respectively (NAIIS 2018).
• This corresponds to about 20 million people living with viral hepatitis B and C, many of whom are not aware and are at the risk of developing chronic complications of liver cirrhosis and primary liver cell cancers.
• Similarly, the co-infection rate of hepatitis B and C among the People Living with HIV/AIDS and most at Risk Population- is on the rise according to program data.
• In recognition of the WHO resolution 63.18 (WHA 63.18), the Nigerian government in 2013 through the Federal Ministry of Health established the National Viral Hepatitis Control Programme within the National AIDS and STIs Control Programme (NASCP).
• Following this, strategic national documents viz National Policy for the Control of Viral Hepatitis, National Strategic Plan (NSP, 2016-2020), National guidelines and other service tools were developed.
• The maiden NSP for the control of viral hepatitis (2016-2020) served as the Country’s Road Map to contributing to the global target of eliminating viral hepatitis in 2030 and was developed with a guiding principle of achieving universal coverage through equitable access to available and affordable viral hepatitis health services provided with a respect for human rights.

Justification

• Following the expiry of the NSP (2016-2020), NASCP with support from WHO reviewed the NSP and developed a new NSP (2022-2026) building on the achievements and lessons learnt from previous implementation period.
• The new NSP which was developed using the draft Global Health Sector Strategy (GHSS 2022-2030) as a guide aims to provide direction for joint action of all the national stakeholders to ultimately achieve elimination of viral hepatitis as disease of public health importance in Nigeria by 2030.
• The draft NSP requires to be costed to complete setting feasible and financially attainable objectives and targets, and thus improving accountability. This would also help to identify areas of available funding and gaps.
• In addition, the cost projections for the national strategic plan will be used for advocacy for resource mobilization for viral hepatitis elimination.

Objectives

• To quantify the resources needed for implementation and estimate the related costs of the NSP
• To cost the activities of the National Strategic Plan for the control of viral hepatitis 2022 to 2026
• Develop the costing chapter in the National Strategic Plan for the control of viral hepatitis 2022 to 2026.

Methods

• Engagement of Consultant: A national consultant will be engaged to lead the process.  S/he will work with NASCP to constitute a costing team that will comprise of key stakeholders from the different pillars to participate in the costing process. S/he will facilitate the costing workshop and is required to work closely with a national team during the costing process.
• NSP costing workshop: A five-day workshop will be facilitated by the national consultant. The workshop will aim at identifying activities to be costed, costing elements and unit costs. The outcome of the workshop will be used in the costing process by the consultants.
• Core group non-residential: 3 days core group workshop to engage with consultant and finalize the costed NSP
• 1 day ratification meeting (virtual): The consultants will host a virtual meeting to share the output of the costed NSP and get the acceptance of stakeholders.
• Dissemination of Report: A final report will be written to summarize the findings, the contributions of the stakeholders and disseminate appropriately.

Timeline:

• Engagement of consultants(s) - June 2022
• NSP costing workshop - 1st week of July 2022
• Final copy of new NSP - 2nd week of July 2022.

Output:

• Report of the costing workshop
• A costed NSP for the control of viral hepatitis (2022 -2026) which includes a chapter on costing.

Task Description

• He/she will work with relevant NASCP/WHO staff and national stakeholders to achieve the objectives of costing the NSP (2022-2026).

Responsibilities include:

• Facilitate and lead the development of costing elements and costing templates
• Facilitate a 5-day workshop and lead the costing of National Viral hepatitis NSP (2022-2026)
• Facilitate and lead the development of the costing chapter of the NSP
• Develop a comprehensive report of the entire process
• Perform any other assigned duties related to the above task to achieve the objectives of the consultancy.

Deliverables
The key deliverable of the consultancy is:

• A costed Final draft of the National Strategic Plan for Viral Hepatitis (2022-2026) which includes a chapter on costing
• A comprehensive Viral Hepatitis NSP process reports.

Recruitment Profile
Education Qualifications:

• Essential: Advanced Degree in Health Economics, Health Management / Business Management and Finance.
• Desirable: Certificate in Project / Programme Management.

Experience:
Essential:

• International experience of at least 7 years in supporting the development of detailed costed budgets for public health programmes or NSP.
• Thorough knowledge and 7 years proven experience in costing national strategic plan /documents
• Proven experience in supporting Nigeria or any developing country in the preparation and submission of similar costed National Strategic Plans
• Proven experience in developing costing templates within the WHO or other UN agencies.

Competencies:

• Teamwork
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
• Communication
• Ensuring the effective use of resources
• Producing results.

Functional Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of Communicable diseases programming, HIV, Tuberculosis, Viral hepatitis, Malaria
• Skills in use of Microsoft excel Microsoft project/costing tools
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate and work well with diverse people.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and to work effectively under pressure, including in a multi-cultural environment.
• Excellent facilitation skills.

Use of Language Skills:

• Required: Expert knowledge of English language.

Application Closing Date
10:59 PM; 14th June, 2022.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Important Notice: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.

Job ID: 2205029
Location: Abuja
Schedule: Full-time
Grade: G7
Contractual Arrangement: Fixed Term Appointment
Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): Two years
Organization: AF_NGA Nigeria

Objective of the Program

• Country Management Support Units (CSUs) have been established in the organisational structure to provide support for Managers and staff to fully assume their responsibilities in the GSM environment and to ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures, rules and regulations on all administrative and financial matters and transactions in the context of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system

• Under the general supervision of the Logistics, Procurement & Travel officer and general guidance of the Operations Officer, the incumbent performs the following functions:Maintain an up-to-date record of all WHO fixed assets and attractive items.
• Supervise physical verification of fixed assets and generate collated quarterly reports from zonal logistics assistants. Maintain custody of fixed assets barcodes and accept assets in GSM while barcoding. Generate annual fixed assets movement cards based on the WHO e-manualXIII.
• Provide guidance on handling of non-functional equipment and assist with arrangements for proper disposal Conduct logistics function at the country office pertaining to office and official residences maintenance and management.
• Following up with relevant Government counterpart for transactions relating to the premises.
• Support verification of radio and satellite communication equipment for tracking and billing in close consultation with radio room and radio technicians.
• Liaise regularly with zonal and state offices to monitor operations activities and report on vehicle, staff movement, facilities maintenance and security related matters from zones.
• Regularly assess logistics needs for zonal and state offices and summarize recommendations for implementation.
• Prepare a monthly report to the Operations Officer on Logistic activities across the country including fixed assets, facilities maintenance and movement of stocks, office consumables and office equipment.
• Prepare monthly inventory report with indicative analysis giving recommendations on need for replacement and/or purchase of additional equipment Provide logistics support for upcoming logistics requirements as may be required.
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

Required Qualifications
Education:
Essential:

• Completion of secondary education or equivalent technical training in accounting, engineering and asset management

Desirable:

• University Degree in Engineering or Management Studies

Experience
Essential:

• At least ten (10) years working experience in operations and logistics with a complex and diverse work environment,preferably an international organization

Desirable:

• At least 5 years'experience in inventory and ware house management

Skills:

• Ability to plan,organize, coordinate and implement inputs from several sources; to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; to conceptualize and carry out tasks with little supervision; Very good understanding of operations and logistics in a complex work environment. Excellent knowledge offixed asset management and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of different national and cultural backgrounds

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.

Remuneration

• WHO offers staff in the General Services category an attractive remuneration package, which for the above position includes an annual net base salary starting at NGN 12,007,619 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.

Application Closing Date
10:59 PM; 15th June, 2022.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Important Notice

• Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.
• 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.
• For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.
• 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.
• This post is subject to local recruitment and will be filled by persons recruited in the local commuting area of the duty station.

Job ID: 2205111
Location: Abuja
Schedule: Full-time
Grade: P3
Contractual Arrangement: Fixed Term Appointment
Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): Two years
Organization: AF_NGA Nigeria

Objectives of the Programme

• The unit will provide the services of information and communication technology to WHO Country Office

Description of Duties
Installation, Administration and Maintenance:

• Coordinate the installation and maintenance of all ICT hardware and software; according to AFRO ICT standard.
• Ensure uninterrupted and effective ICT services to the office.
• Install and support LAN/WAN and data communications systems as per AFRO ICT Standard (Windows Operating System XP/2000/2003, TCP/IP, Ethernet, VPN, PIX, Firewall, Proxy server, Microsoft Exchange server 2003, VSAT, VolP, SNMP. DNS, DHCP
• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair ICT equipment.
• Perform daily server backup of data files
• Set up and maintain disaster recovery procedures
• Set up and maintain security of the ICT infrastructure (hacker and virus protection, protection against power failure, fire protection, etc.
• Maintain inventory of ICT equipment and software
• Administer software and updates
• Liaise with other UN agencies and external partners on ICT matters.

Reporting:

• Make a quarterly report on informatics equipment inventory
• Provide technical documentation concerning all ICT related activities and update it
• Make a monthly activity report (User and Administrative Support)
• Provide in-house training/assistance to staff on usage of informatics equipment (computers accessories) programs (software)
• Assist in the design and implementation of database applications and other computer programmes
• Coordinate the activities of external consultants
• Act as ICT/AFRO focal point at WHO Country Office level; Perform other duties as required.

Required Qualifications
Education:

• Essential: University Degree in Information Technology or Communications Engineering or Computer Technology
• Desirable: Master's Degree in any of the above and/or specialized ICT certification

Experience:

• Essential: At least 5 years experience in telecommunications and information technology related matters.
• Relevant Experience at national and international level. Good knowledge of GSM System or similar ERP Systems
• Experience with staff training in the use ofmanagement information systems
• Desirable: Prior relevant working experience with WHO/UN or with an international non governmental organization
• Experience in the integrating of Voice and Data Communications field: LAN design, maintenance and trouble shooting roster configuration, IP address schemes, internet/tunneling

Skills:

• Very good knowledge of LAN and TCP/IP networking, Windows 2000 and XP Professional Windows 2000/2003 Server, Microsoft Active Directory
• Good knowledge of E-mail system's administration (Exchange Server 2003 and Outlook2000/2003
• Good knowledge of computer security including firewall and Virus protection;
• Good knowledge of Data backup and Disaster Recovery procedures (Veritas Backup Execis the software used)
• Good knowledge of Database programming with visual Basic
• Goodknowledge of the Administration of telecommunication systems including PBX
• Ability to analyze and troubleshoot problems
• Ability to write technical documents

Use of Language Skills:

• Essential: Expert knowledge of English.

WHO Competencies:

• Teamwork
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
• Communication
• Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
• Producing results.

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 62,692 (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 2649 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.

Application Closing Date
10:59 PM; 15th June, 2022.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Important Notice

• Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.
• 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.
• For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.
• 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.
• This post is subject to local recruitment and will be filled by persons recruited in the local commuting area of the duty station.

Location: Abuja
Schedule: Full-time
Grade: NO-C
Contractual Arrangement: Fixed-term appointment
Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): Two years

Objectives of the Programme

• The World Health Organization sets norms and standards, develops global guidelines, and provides national and regional technical and policy support on responding to gender-based violence (GBV) and Prevention and Response of Sexual Exploitation Abuse and Harassment (PRSEAH) in the context of humanitarian health emergency,within WCO and in all other in-country operations.

Description of Duties

• Provide timely and sustainable technical support on GBV in emergencies in country, ensuring close linkages with ongoing GBV and other related WHO work, with focus to the North East.
• Facilitate program activities related to building capacity on GBV of WHO health officers and partners in emergencies through active dissemination of existing inter agency and WHO guidelines and other online learning tools and through organizing and ensuring delivery/delivering trainings
• Support to programme planning processes to ensure the reflection of GBV related activities in the plans Provide technical support for implementation and monitoring of health sector response to GBV interventions to ensure quality Support for webinars and workshops for health response to GBV.
• Support roll outs of WHO GBV health sector response guidelines including RESPECT prevention framework in Nigeria through collaboration with partners e.g. UNWOMEN, UNFPA, UNICEF, etc.
• Participate in inter-agency initiatives and inter-cluster coordination.
• Provide input and contribute to the updating of existing guidelines and development of new GBV training materials.Manage and coordinate research and documentation of what works/best practices in health sector response to GBV and prevention, through development of protocols, facilitating ethical approvals,establishing research teams, supporting data collection, analysis and preparation of high-quality research manuscripts for publication.
• Demonstrate understanding of critical issues around GBV data and knowledge of safe and ethical data collection and analysis, and conducting assessments.
• Demonstrated knowledge of engagement with GBV Inter-agency humanitarian architecture
• Oversee and strengthen implementation of PRSEAH interventions in WCO and WHO in-country operations through: Mainstreaming PRSEAH in WHO Programs and operations including in human resource management and WHO emergency operations to mitigate potential risks through implementation of safe-guarding measures during recruitment, training of personnel including volunteers, dissemination of PRSEAH information package to all personnel and implementing partners, etc.;
• Mitigate PRSEAH risks within WHO Programming through dissemination of PRSEAH information package to all personnel, partners and contractors; Implement PRSEAH trainings including training of volunteers and Government counterparts;
• Contribute to the Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) collective efforts for scaling up in-country PSEAH Program through: Contribution to and supporting the implementation of PRSEAH Network TORs and Action Plan with a focus on joint risk assessments; inter-agency community-based complaint mechanisms (CBCM), development and implementation of victims' assistance referral pathways, community awareness and community engagement on PRSEAH matters, joint training, PRSEAH operational reviews and lessons learning, etc.;
• Support PRSEAH mainstreaming among implementing partners, including national and state Governments, NGOs and INGOs through; Support the WHO leadership to systematically roll out the “UN Protocol on Allegations of SEAH” involving implementing partners and accompanying partner assessment, and support as needed.
• Produce quarterly reports on activities and other activities as required. Perform any other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications
Education:

Essential:

• Advanced level University Degree in Public Health or related Social Science disciplines (including but not exclusive to Gender Studies, Humanitarian Affairs, Human Rights, Social Work, Development Studies or Organizational Development).
• Specialized training on sexual exploitation and abuse and/or gender-based violence.

Desirable:

• Training in public health, epidemiology or social sciences.

Experience:
Essential:

• At least 5 years' work experience in GBV and PRSEAH some of which in emergencies

Desirable:

• Experience working in public health is desirable. Experience in international, intergovernmental organizations, government or national public including the UN System in the areas of humanitarian interventions.
• Experience in developing and facilitating training and capacity-building activities is an advantage. Familiarity with data protection and confidentiality measures.

Skills:

• Strong technical knowledge and skills on GBV and PRSEAH, a good understanding of GBV and PRSEAH equality and survivor-centred perspectives anda good understanding of the humanitarian organizational structure.
• Demonstrated capacity to work in challenging circumstances, administer projects and build partnerships involving technical and political elements.
• Demonstrated ability to work in multicultural settings and excellent inter-personal skills.

WHO Competencies

• Teamwork
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
• Communication
• Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
• Ensuring the effective use of resources

Use of Language Skills:

• Essential: Expert knowledge of English.

Remuneration
Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at NGN 22,134,904 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.

Application Closing Date
10:59 PM: 15th June, 2022.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job ID: 2205039
Location: Abuja
Schedule: Full-time
Grade: G6
Contractual Arrangement: Fixed-term appointment
Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): Two years
Organization: AF_NGA Nigeria

Objectives of the Programme

• The travel subunit is responsible for planning, organizing and implementing WHO travel policies and ensuring effective and efficient coordination of all official travel of WHO staff members, consultants and visitors in accordance with WHO financial regulations

Description Of Duties

• Liaise with the Airport and Customs as well as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs officials and arrange reception of WHO visitors.
• Assist with immigration formalities and transportation.
• Assist in processing of passports, visas with Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Embassies etc and obtain clearances for travel outside duty station.
• Assist staff members in obtaining Customs Clearance upon separation from the Organization.
• Assist staff and their family members at the Airport on initial recruitment.
• Process requests for Special I.D. Cards (resident permits) and visas from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Immigration Authorities
• Liaise with Transport Officers regarding transportation for staff/consultants from/to the Airport and hotels.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned by supervisor

• Essential: Completion of Secondary School Education
• Desirable: Post Graduate Degree in Management

Experience:

• Essential: At least 8 years' experience in Prior experience in Travel and Protocol
• Desirable: Experience in other areas such as Administration would be an asset.

Skills:

• Good knowledge of the tourism and related industry.
• Ability to acquire sound knowledge of WHO rules, regulations and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people at various levels and of different nationalities.
• Good Communication, drafting and reporting skills

WHO Competencies:
Teamwork:

• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
• Communication
• Producing results
• Use of Language Skills

Essential:

• Expert knowledge of English.

Remuneration

• WHO offers staff in the General Services category an attractive remuneration package, which for the above position includes an annual net base salary starting at NGN 9,683,571 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.

Application Closing Date
10:59 PM; 12th June, 2022.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Important Notice

• Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.
• 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.
• For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.
• 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.
• 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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