Develop and support the implementation of programmes and activities which strengthen the capacities of Member States to plan, produce and manage the nursing and midwifery workforce and to improve nursing and midwifery services and care. The programme advises the Member States on issues relating to strengthening nursing and midwifery.
Essential: Master's degree in nursing and/or midwifery, or a nursing specialization or public health with nursing background
Desirable: Doctoral degree in nursing, public health, health management and other relevant areas of social sciences
Essential: At least ten years of experience in leading nursing and midwifery programmes and development and in providing technical advice and policy development services. Demonstrated experience at the international level.
Desirable: Ideally some work exposure in a developing country context.
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Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Moving forward in a changing environment
Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
Creating an empowering and motivating environment
Essential: Expert knowledge of English.
Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of French. Intermediate knowledge of Arabic.
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 2148 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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