Background Information - Job-specific
RBM Partnership to End Malaria
The RBM Partnership to End Malaria is the largest global platform for coordinated action towards a world free from malaria. It is comprised of over 500 partners - from community health worker groups and researchers developing new tools, to malaria-affected and donor countries, businesses and international organisations.
RBM's Vision is a world free from the burden of malaria. The work of the RBM Partnership is guided by the 2021-2025 RBM Partnership Strategic Plan. Since its inception in 1998, the RBM Partnership has played a critical role in global efforts that reduced malaria deaths by half and saved 10.6 million lives. The Partnership is now committed to building on these significant gains and ending malaria for good. Expansions in financing, strong political commitments, novel diagnostic and preventative measures, and multi-sectoral coordination have facilitated this progress. The RBM Partnership is central to the global fight against malaria and has played an essential role in mobilising political will and financial resources, as well as scaling up innovative interventions to put the world on a path to eliminating malaria.
Despite these gains, malaria still poses a significant threat to public health and sustainable development. Malaria continues to affect the poorest and most marginalised disproportionately and restricts human development and poverty alleviation. The African continent accounts for over 90% of the global malaria burden and therefore stands to gain the most from malaria elimination.
Malaria is a smart investment that contributes to achieving Sustainable Development Goals, including ending poverty and ensuring quality education.
The incumbent will work under the guidance and supervision of the Head of Programs to achieve the core objectives and strategic priorities of the RBM Partnership, and specifically the RBM Working Groups.
The incumbent will lead the support to the RBM Working Groups by coordinating between Partner Committees, RBM Secretariat and the Working Groups including facilitating the sharing of information and collaboration on specialized topics, and facilitating the generation of evidence by the Working Groups as needed to provide technical expertise and guidance to malaria-affected countries.
Functional ResponsibilitiesCOORDINATION
Develop, strengthen and maintain close and strong relationships and coordination with the Working Group Co-chairs and Working Group Coordinators to ensure the Working Groups’ visibility and credibility within the malaria community.
Ensure collaboration between Working Groups themselves, as well as with Partner Committees and the RBM Secretariat to ensure alignment and optimization of resource utilization, as well as efficient and impactful approach to addressing malaria-related challenges.
Support with optimal efficiency and facilitate the planning processes and development of Working Group yearly workplans and budgets for integration into the overall RBM Partnership workplan/budget.
Ensure compliance with the respective Working Group Terms of Reference and the Working Group Standard Operating Procedures and support with the updating process of the Terms of Reference as needed. Notably, facilitate the monitoring of the performance of the Working Groups to ensure the fulfillment of the requirements as per the applicable accreditation criteria.
Ensure alignment with the overall RBM Partnership strategy and objectives.
Coordinate Working Group inputs in a timely manner for inclusion into RBM’s monthly newsletter and annual report.
Coordinate Working Group inputs in a timely manner for Board meeting pre-reads and presentations.
Support annual planning and resource mobilisation for Working Group activities.
Support any additional Working Groups projects as needed.
COMMUNICATIONS
Support effective promotion and communication of the Working Group activities and contributions to the malaria fight in close collaboration with Working Group and Advocacy/Communications stakeholders.
Update Working Group content on the RBM website in collaboration with Working Group Co-chairs and Coordinators with support from the Operations / Communications Teams.
Serve as the Secretariat focal point to ensure compliance with the RBM brand guidelines for externally facing Working Group communications, and support effective use, streamlining and updates of the RBM website by Working Groups, under the guidance of the Communications and Advocacy Manager.
Liaise and engage with Working Group members and external parties together with Working Group Coordinators to fulfill requests for information related to Working Group matters.
Serve as information liaison to facilitate the flow of pertinent information between the RBM Secretariat and all stakeholders.
Create and maintain a centralized platform to facilitate the sharing of information between Working Groups with guidance of the Communications and Advocacy Manager.
Maintain up-to-date Working Group Secretariat contact records and email mailing lists (e.g. WG Co-chairs, Coordinators).
EVENTS AND ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT
Take part in Working Group meetings/events to keep abreast of all Working Group activities and developments.
Provide scheduling support for Working Group meetings/events and serve as rapporteur during collective/joint Working Group meetings/events.
KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT AND INNOVATION
Ensure compliance with all related RBM Partnership to End Malaria governance provisions.
Ensure proper maintenance of the centralized Working Group records database.
Support the expansion of the Working Groups memberships.
Record and share the lessons learnt with the Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist.
Contribute to innovation development to ensure that RBM Working Groups continually incorporate best practices.
Support with the development and keeping up-to-date of induction programmes, onboarding and offboarding of Working Group Co-chairs and Coordinators.
Support in developing, revising, and implementing governance-related policies, processes, and procedures to ensure that the RBM Partnership has a fit-for-purpose framework in collaboration with the Governance Officer and legal experts, as necessary.
Competencies
Advanced University degree Master’s degree or equivalent) preferably in Public Health, Biology, or other related fields is required.
Bachelor's degree in a related discipline in combination with additional two years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree
Experience
Required
Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in multi stakeholder coordination and project management
Out of the 5 years minimum requirements, at least 2 years of experience in the public health sector.
Experience working on malaria-related issues or programs
Demonstrated leadership experience in a multicultural and collaborative environment.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.
Desirable
Experience in multi-stakeholder partnerships management and engagement.
Documented high-level advocacy with national and health-sector leaders
Fluency in English is essential. Working knowledge of French, Spanish or another UN language is an asset. Working knowledge of Portuguese is highly desired.
Additional Information
Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.
Geneva, Switzerland is a family duty station.
Terms and Conditions
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