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Polio Eradication is a mission critical objective for WHO, as mandated by multiple WHA resolutions. The overall objective of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) is to interrupt the transmission of all polio viruses worldwide, certify eradication, stop the use of oral poliovirus vaccine and successfully sunset the programme. GPEI aims to do this through implementation of the Global Polio Eradication Strategic Plan(Keeping the Promise) 2022-2026 by providing strong support to and collaboration with national governments, who lead these areas of work. This role is critical to ensuring that WHO EMR, the only remaining polio endemic region of WHO, realizes these goals and has in place the appropriate level of strategic communication and advocacy capacity to implement comprehensive communication policies and strategies for the Region.
Within the framework of the delegated authority, the incumbent is assigned all or part of the following responsibilities:
Essential: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree) in journalism, communications, international relations, political or social science or related field.
Desirable: Studies or a degree in public health. Experience of film or video production
Experience
Essential: At least 7 years’ experience with international exposure as a communications officer in a large UN, private or public organization or as a journalist including television, radio and/or print, or spokesperson in a large non-governmental or international organization, involving information and communications projects and/or strategies on health subjects
Desirable: Experience in planning, implementing and evaluating media, information and communications projects/strategies, speech or campaign writing, elaboration of brochures, pamphlets and documentaries (written, film or others). Knowledge or understanding of WHO mandate and goals and of the polio eradication initiative or experience in similar positions in the UN or NGOs.
Skills
Proven knowledge of communication, information management and public relations.
Demonstrated writing and editing skills, with an ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to think and plan strategically.
Capacity to motivate others and work in an emergency situation under pressure while producing results.
Excellent interpersonal skills complemented by the ability to conceptualize ideas and promote consensus.
Knowledge or sound understanding of the impact of health emergencies and polio eradication on social and economic development and the challenges for polio eradication programme in the context of armed conflict and complex humanitarian emergencies.
Ability to “think out of the box” and to make innovative proposals as related to communication.
Knowledge or skills in visual design, website development.
Tact, discretion and diplomacy
WHO Competencies
Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Producing results
Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
Creating an empowering and motivating environment
http://www.who.int/employment/WHO_competencies_EN.pdf?ua=1
Essential: Expert knowledge of English.
Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of Arabic. Intermediate knowledge of Other UN language.
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 77,326 (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 2487 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.
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