Technical Officer

Grade : P2
Contractual Arrangement : Fixed-term appointment
Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days) : ‎24 Months
Job Posting : Aug ‎24, ‎2022, ‎8:05:‎49 AM
Closing Date : Sep ‎14, ‎2022, ‎4:59:‎00 PM
Primary Location : Egypt-Cairo
Organization : EM/WHE WHO Health Emergencies Programme (WHE)
Schedule : Full-time

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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

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

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

‎1. Participate in the preparation of technical documents, papers and reports
as required by influenza team lead and unit manager2. Propose, coordinate and
implement analytical methods/tools and metrics to support the monitoring and
evaluation of strategic technical initiatives3. Contribute to the development
of evidence-informed manuals, guidance, tools, norms and standards for
prevention and control of high threat pathogens specific to the Region ‎4.
Support the establishment of partnerships to facilitate knowledge sharing, in
particular on influenza and other emerging respiratory diseases ‎5. Identify
knowledge gaps and develop plans to address them6. Participate in the
implementation of planned activities and monitoring of work plan progress ‎7.
Monitor and analyze influenza and other emerging respiratory diseases
epidemiological data, and prepare regular updates about the regional
situation8. Collaborate with the transfer of knowledge team to develop user-
friendly materials for policy briefings related to emerging and epidemic-prone
diseases ‎9. Act as a focal point for WHO collaborating centers under IHP unit
and establish strong collaborations with other institutions addressing various
aspects of the public health response to outbreaks10. Support preparations
for- and participate in- meetings and trainings related to the influenza and
other emerging respiratory diseases, prepare summary notes and follow up on
the implementation of delegated actions and initiatives

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential : University degree in public health or health related sciences.
Desirable : Master's Degree in public health or health related sciences

Experience

Essential : At least two years of experience in public health with
specific focus on prevention and control of emerging infectious diseases,
research studies and collaboration with partners.
Desirable : Prior experience within the United Nations System and working
with the international partners.

Skills

‎1) Professional and ethical behavior with ability to work with tact and
discretion. ‎2) Ability to multi-task and complete jobs, with efficiency and on
short notice. ‎3) Excellent planning and organizational skills. ‎4) Mature
judgement, strong technical, analytical and conceptual skills. ‎5) Strong
capability to work both independently and in close collaboration with the
colleagues of WHO offices and other offices.

WHO Competencies

Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Ensuring the effective use of resources
Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond

Use of Language Skills

Essential : Expert knowledge of English.
Desirable : Intermediate knowledge of Arabic.

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 ‎49,254 (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 ‎1478 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.

WHO Competencies

Enhanced WHO Global Competency Model:
___https://www.who.int/employment/WHO_competencies_EN.pdf?ua=_
* Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply on-line through Stellis. For assessment of your application, please ensure that:

• (a) Your profile on Stellis is properly completed and updated;


• (b) All required details regarding your qualifications, education and training are provided;


• (c) Your experience records are entered with elaboration on tasks performed at the time.