The mission of the WHO Health Emergencies Programme (The Programme) is to help countries, and to coordinate international action, to prevent, prepare for, detect, rapidly respond to, and recover from outbreaks and emergencies. The Emergency Operations Programme area (EMO) uses established internal and external frameworks to strengthen the response capabilities, supply chains, partnerships and standards that need to be in place before, during and after a health emergency. This involves establishing regional standards for response, platforms for coordination, and operational support mechanisms, upon which timely and appropriate emergency operations can be deployed, leveraging relevant national and international capacities. It also involves developing and deploying internal and external expertise for acute and protracted emergency management, as well as for the scale down and recovery from emergencies.
The incumbent will perform the following duties:
Essential: Bachelor's degree in health, physical or natural sciences, international relations or public policy, or a related field.
Desirable: Advanced degree or certifications related to emergency or disaster management, CBRN preparedness and response, or a related field.
Essential: At least 5 years of related experience projects with a focus on CBRN hazards, preferably in the context of public health emergencies or disaster response.
Desirable: Relevant work experience in WHO, other relevant CBRN specialized agencies; experience working in relevant European Region institutions. Experience in designing and delivering capacity-building initiatives, including training sessions, workshops, and exercises, to enhance CBRN awareness and preparedness among project staff and stakeholders.
Knowledge of CBRN hazards, including their characteristics, health effects, detection methods, and mitigation strategies. Understanding of international protocols related to CBRN risk assessment, emergency planning, and response, including familiarity with WHO and EU standards. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, public health professionals, and technical experts. Proficiency in project planning, implementation, and monitoring, with the ability to develop detailed project plans, timelines, and milestones. Ability to tailor training materials and methodologies to different target audiences, ensuring that they are accessible, engaging, and relevant to the specific needs of CBRN responders and healthcare providers.
Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Ensuring the effective use of resources
Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
Creating an empowering and motivating environment
Essential: Expert knowledge of English.
Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of an Official WHO Language.
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, and currently amounts to USD 4440 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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