EMERGENCY ROSTER - HEALTH OPERATIONS MANAGER, P4

Posting Title: EMERGENCY ROSTER - HEALTH OPERATIONS MANAGER, P4
Department/Office/Programme: HQ Headquarters (HQ), HQ/WHE WHO's Health Emergencies Programme
Duty Station: Multiple duty stations, various
Deadline: 12 August 2016
Reference Link: https://erecruit.who.int/public/hrd-cl-vac-view.asp…

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME :
The mission of WHO's Health Emergencies Programme (The Programme) is to build the capacity of Member States to manage health emergency risks and, when national capacities are overwhelmed, to lead and coordinate the international health response to contain outbreaks and to provide effective relief and recovery to affected populations.

Education:
Essential :
Advanced University degree (Master's level or above) in Medicine, Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Systems/Services Administration or related field. First university degree in Medicine or Public Health from an accredited/recognized institute.
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 these will be reviewed individually.
Desirable:
Specialized training in emergency management; specific training in humanitarian response.

Experience:
Essential: At least 7 years of related experience, at the national and international level, in health operations, with proven experience in managing outbreaks and health emergencies. Related experience in managing human and financial resources.
Desirable:
Relevant work experience in outbreaks and/or health emergency management.
Related development and implementation of strategies and action plans within WHO and/or UN agencies.
Experience working in relevant non-governmental or humanitarian organizations.

Languages:
Excellent knowledge of English or French (depending on the country of assignment). Working knowledge of another WHO official language would be an asset.