Partnerships and External Relations Officer – P3 (Roster)

JOB PROFILE

Under the guidance of the head of the WHO office, the incumbent shall develop and support the implementation of partnerships and external relations’ strategies and plans for joint programming and funding opportunities to deliver WHO’s local country cooperation strategies for Member States’ health and development agendas.  The incumbent’s results shall enable WHO’s positioning in the local public health context and the office’s successful engagement with high-impact and diverse strategic partners.

 

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

The incumbent will perform all or part of the following, and other related responsibilities as required by the needs of the office.

• Apply expertise in the national partnerships’ landscape and public health system, to enable the development and implementation of strategies and plans for engagement with partners covering state (including national, donors, United Nations partners) and non-state actors (i.e., civil society organizations/nongovernmental organizations, philanthropic foundations, academic institutions etc.) toward joint programming and funding opportunities.
• Manage research on existing and potential partners profiles; identify synergies, opportunities, and develop concept notes and proposals for collaboration and resource mobilization in relation to the strategic goals and programmes of the country office.
• Under the guidance of headquarters and the regional office, facilitate the head of the office in the negotiation and implementation of partnership agreements, as well as plans for mobilizing and allocating resources, securing the required legal and financial clearances.
• Manage the development of grant proposals, the monitoring of the implementation of plans for donor contributions, joint programmes, and other relevant activities, and reporting on progress towards target attainment. Coordinate programme staff on the recalibration of inputs, outputs and compliance with the terms and conditions of related legal agreements and documents.
• Implement strategies and guide senior management and technical teams in outreach and maintaining relations with the relevant partners including advocating for collaboration/funding and successful dialogue with stakeholders.
• Develop policy statements and coordinate briefing and meeting documentation and communications on partnerships activities.
• Develop and/or manage the office’s database/information management system on donor and partner contacts, intelligence, and resource mobilization.

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential:  Bachelor’s degree in international relations, or political science, or communications, or public administration

Desirable: Advanced university degree (master’s level) in a relevant field (such as international relations, political science, social sciences, communications, marketing, management, accounting, financial management, business or public administration).  Qualifications/studies in external relations, communication, resource mobilization, partnership-building, development. Training in donor intelligence, proposal writing, and/or general project management.

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 five years of relevant experience, with proven international exposure, in external relations, partnerships’ building, and resource mobilization, with grants management. Documented achievements in fundraising activities. 
Desirable: 

• Experience in programme/project management.
• Prior work experience with WHO, United Nations or other public international organizations.
• Experience in partnership-building with major public health donors (Central Emergency Response Fund, European Union/ Directorate-General for European Civil Protection and Civil Aid Operations (ECHO), Swedish International Development Agency, Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, US Agency for International Development/Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance, Gavi, Global Fund, World Bank).

 

Skills

• External relations, resource mobilization and partnership-building, complemented by the ability to conceptualize ideas.
• Funding modalities, such as pooled funding mechanisms, government financing, trust funds, and other funding mechanisms involving national governments.
• National political and cultural norms.
• WHO/United Nations agency programmes and activities in the country.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including proven ability to facilitate and strengthen collaboration with a broad range of external partners.
• Ability to “think out of the box”, and make innovative proposals for the mobilization of resources.
• Identifying partnerships risks and proposing mitigation measures in emergency settings
• Proven skills in drafting and finalizing grant/project proposals and donor reports.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• \Diplomacy, tact, and discretion.
  

WHO Competencies

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

Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences.
Communication
Producing results 
Building and promoting individual and cultural differences 
Creating an empowering and motivating environment.

 

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English

 

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.  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.
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• 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.
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• 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.
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