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WHO began when our Constitution came into force on 7 April 1948 – a date we now celebrate every year as World Health Day. We are now more than 7000 people from more than 150 countries working in 150 country offices, in 6 regional offices and at our headquarters in Geneva.
Our primary role is to direct and coordinate international health within the United Nations system and our main areas of work are health systems; health through the life-course; noncommunicable and communicable diseases; preparedness, surveillance and response; and corporate services.
We support countries as they coordinate the efforts of governments and partners – including bi- and multilaterals, funds and foundations, civil society organizations and the private sector.
Working together, we attain health objectives by supporting national health policies and strategies.
WHO works worldwide to promote health, keep the world safe, and serve the vulnerable.
Our goal is to ensure that a billion more people have universal health coverage, to protect a billion more people from health emergencies, and provide a further billion people with better health and well-being.
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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME
Country Management Support Units (CSUs) have been established in the organizational structure to provide support for Managers and staff to fully assume their responsibilities to ensure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, rules and regulations on all administrative and financial matters.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
Lead an integrated operations function through provision of oversight, guidance and expert advice on all aspects of operations and administration (finance, budget, procurement, human resources, ICT, assets and inventories, travel and meetings, logistics, work planning and programme management), Specifically:•Strategic and efficient management of financial resources, establishment of strong financial controls and implementation of financial policies, rules and regulations;•Implement a results-based budgeting approach using criteria such as value for money; •Oversee country office cash management processes and payments; timely accounting and reconciliation of all transactions, security for cash assets on site, in coordination with the GSSC;•Oversee country office compliance with rules and regulations in procurement and contract management strategies;•Manage WHO assets, facilities and logistical services;•Ensure compliance with human resources policies and strategies; support management in ensuring optimal staffing in line with approved human resources plans;•Take full lead in the administrative running of various conferences, workshops and meetings for the office;Advice the WR on operations cost effectiveness; propose creative recommendations to emerging complex challenges where no precedents exists; Improve programme delivery by developing and implementing risk informed operational strategies and plans; ensure coherence in operation planning and performance monitoring;Oversee internal and external audits; ensure implementation of audit recommendations; establish relevant internal controls; Set the strategic direction of the operations team by establishing annual work plan; objectives, performance indicators and expected results; build capacity through coaching and mentoring in all aspects of operations management;Ensure timely submission of financial reports to donors; liaise with technical staff in ensuring quality and accurate reporting by Ministry of Health and other Government partners, on funds advanced under the Direct Financial Cooperation mechanism. Coordinates with technical staff on reports on funds advanced to implement programme activities under the Direct Implementation mechanism; Lead operational support to emergency preparedness and emergencies including implementation of “Surge Capacity”. Inform and update all staff members in the country office on security related issues and emergency operations; Contribute to development and implementation of new internal policies & procedures on financial management and provide direction to Operations staff on building strategies and policies to develop best practices of financial resources within the Office;Efficient implementation of security measures mandated in the overall Security Plan; Network and build strong partnerships internally within the Organization and externally with vendors and other service providers to ensure efficient operations;Play a leadership role in the UN inter-agency Operations Management Team representing WHO and providing inputs to attain efficiencies and effectiveness towards One UN initiative and reforms;Represent the Organization in internal and external meetings including inter-agency networks of operation management. Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Essential: Master’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Financial Management or related field.
Desirable: Professional certification in accounting (CA, CPA, etc.). Master’s degree in Public Health.
Experience
Essential: At least 10 years of professional experience in finance, budgeting, accounting, administration, programme management, Human Resources Management, Procurement and/or Travel. Experience providing advice to senior management and managing diverse teams.
Desirable: Professional certifications in Finance, Procurement or HR. Good knowledge of WHO programme management and end-to-end business processes as designed in the Global Management System; Experience in project management, ideally in the UN System and/or a public health context; Good knowledge of GSM System or similar ERP Systems; Experience with staff training in the use of management information systems.
Skills
•Good knowledge of Results-Based Management framework and related business processes;•Strong expertise in accounting, budget and finance;• Knowledge of Oracle projects and Oracle Financials or similar Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) applications and systems. •Sound knowledge of the Organization’s policies and practices, as well as project management principles and their application;•Strong managerial experience;•Ability to deliver during emergency and crisis situations;•Ability to act independently and exercise sound judgement;•High level of organizational and analytical ability, combined with good oral and written communication skills;•Proven ability to maintain and establish excellent interpersonal working relations, teamwork skills and ability to work with competing priorities under pressure.
WHO Competencies
Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Ensuring the effective use of resources
Moving forward in a changing environment
Creating an empowering and motivating environment
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 92,731 (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 4837 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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Working hours (%): 80-100% / 100%
80-100% / 100%
Type of contract: Staff (Permanent and Fixed Term)
Macro-area: Sub-Saharan Africa
Level of experience: Senior Professional, more than 5 years
Area of work Definition: Health and Nutrition
Area of work: Leadership and Management
Type of organisation: Multilateral Organisations
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