Head of Office, ACE, Fixed Term D1 – Republic of Korea

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The Centre’s objectives are to: (1) generate scientific information, monitor trends and analyze evidence for advocacy, programmes, policies and action on health, environment and climate change; (2) assist Member States in developing policies to protect and promote health and well-being by adapting global norms and standards, building capacity and providing technical assistance; and (3) engage with different sectors, relevant international agencies and donors, and stakeholders to accelerate policy and action on climate and health in the Western Pacific and beyond.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

1. Ensure effective direction, management, and accountability of the Centre in delivering its objectives through managing and inspiring a diverse workforce and peer communities to optimize the Centre’s financial resources, deliverables and mandate.
2. Lead the Centre in developing evidence-based policies and strategies on existing and emerging climate and environmental determinants of health for dissemination and implementation in the Region.
3. Provide highest level technical advice and expertise in the area of environmental health and climate impacts on health in order to position the Centre and Organization as a leader to climate and environmental health.
4. Lead the establishment and development of the Climate Change evidence-based policies and strategies for roll out and delivery for Regional and Country Office implementation.
5. Ensure the management of the monitoring and evaluation as well as reporting of the Climate Change and Environmental Health initiatives in PICs, WPR and key performance indicators and global reporting requirements and mechanisms to optimize performance and enhance impact.
6. Serve as the scientific/technical reference among UN Agencies and other key players on Climate Change
7. Build new or strengthen existing partnerships with External Partners, Member States, UN Agencies, Donor, research institutions and other stakeholders to position Climate Change and Environmental health into National and/or Global policies.
8. Represent and serve as head of the Secretariat of the Asia Pacific Regional Forum of Health and Environment Ministers
9. Maintain organizational relationship with the UN Environment Programme and UN Conference on Climate Change.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: Master’s degree in, environmental health or Health and Climate Change or public health with specialization on environmental-related aspects.
Desirable: Advanced training in education, environmental health, climate and health, or any other related field.

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/ .

Experience

Essential:

• A minimum of 15 years of professional and technical experience in public health management with specific reference to health and environment.
• Proven experience in providing relevant senior level advice and guidance to senior management and decision makers. Experience in managing human and financial resources in public health.
• Experience in developing and establishing relevant policies and strategies
• Demonstrated relevant experience at the international level.

Desirable:

• Documented record of high-level policy, scientific, and communication products in the area of health and environment (e.g., corporate publications, scientific papers, policy briefs, etc.).
• At least five years of management of a public health team with a track record of fundraising successes and its successful implementation.
• Experience working within the government, WHO and/or other UN agencies in a senior position.

Skills

• Strong skills in the area of developing and establishing evidence-based health and/or environment policies and strategies.
• Excellent skills and ability in managing diverse teams and financial resources.
• Strong understanding and skills in mobilizing resources.
• Ability to engage, build consensus and communicate effectively and diplomatically with Member States, partners and media. Commitment to collaborate effectively with other key partners in the environmental health area.

• Globally respected level of technical expertise and knowledge in the various environmental health risk factors and climate change and health.
• Proven leadership skills in the planning and coordination of multidisciplinary public health programmes, which may include the implementation of a public health/disease control programmes.

• Skillful in modern management methods (performance measurement, design and operation of modern management information systems, planning and evaluation, etc.) with a track record of management of teams.
• A track record of strengthening programmes, and mobilizing resources from the bilateral and multilateral donors in the area of health, environment and climate change.
• Proficient in mentoring teams and adept at adapting to diverse cultural and educational backgrounds.

WHO Competencies

Enhanced WHO Global Competency Model:
who-enhanced-competence.pdf

Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Promoting the Organization’s position in health leadership
Building and promoting partnerships across the Organization and beyond
Creating an empowering and motivating environment

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Excellent knowledge of English.
Desirable: Working knowledge of another UN language.

Other Skills:

• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Strong presentation skills. Good skills in office packages, and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) based systems.

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 106,023 (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 5725 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

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