World Health Organization (WHO) is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Procurement Officer
2.) Communications Officer
3.) MCH Officer

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Procurement Officer

Country Administrative Support Units (CSUs) have been established in the organizational structure to assist managers and staff in fully discharging their responsibilities in the Global Management Information System (GSM) environment and to ensure compliance with institutional policies, procedures, rules and regulations on all administrative and financial matters and transactions in the context of an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.




PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The purpose of this post is to ensure the provision of procurement, logistics and procurement services on behalf of the country office and thus to ensure that procurement operations and activities are carried out in a smooth manner.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

• •  Advises the head of the WHO country office for informed decision-making on procurement transactions;
  •  Coordinates the preparation and submission of procurement plans by the various organizational groups of the budget center;
  •  Prepares and monitors the implementation of the procurement plan ensuring that objectives and priorities are met and on track;
  •  Evaluates requests from technical units and partners and advises on compliance with the Organization's rules and regulations;
  •  Administers procurement resources and ensures the consistent and efficient use of standard procurement procedures;
  •  Maintains the database of pre-qualified and evaluated suppliers;
  •  Maintains and monitors the overall activities of procurement, logistics and contracting services for the office by using the Oracle system in gsm oracle and other purchasing tools, including business intelligence (BI), and providing reports, data and statistics;
  •  Provides advice to unit/program managers and managers and staff on procurement, logistics and contractual services;

• •  Ensures the smooth running of purchasing operations, including the ordering and delivery of goods and services;

•  Maintains regular contact with the Contracting and Procurement Unit (SPC) of the Regional Office and follows up on decisions taken by the Contract Review Board (CRC);
•  Tracks the shipment of ordered items with shipping companies and liaises with local authorities for tax exemption and timely customs clearance of goods;
•  Provides the secretariat of the local procurement committee;
•  Analyzes and/or evaluates supplier performance with other designated personnel; and
•  Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential

A first-level university degree in business administration, public administration, management or a related field.

Desirable

A postgraduate degree in business administration, public administration, management or a related field

Experience

Essential

At least one (1) year of experience, some of which in an international context, in the field of procurement and logistics services for a program. Experience in the use of corporate resource planning systems or similar software packages.

Desirable

Use of Language Skills

Essential

Excellent knowledge of English. Working knowledge of French or another WHO official language would be an asset..

Functional Knowledge and Skills

•  Strong purchasing and budgeting knowledge and skills.
•  Concrete skills in the implementation of service operations and purchasing processes.
•  Strong skills in the use of corporate resource planning systems or similar software packages.
•  Strong computer skills in office applications, including Excel, Power Point and Word.

WHO Competencies

1) Communicate credibly and effectively

2) Produce results

3) Moving forward in a changing environment

4) Promote integration and teamwork

Other Skills (e.g. IT)

•  An ability to effectively lead and manage a team.
•  An ability to develop innovative approaches and solutions.
•  An ability to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills by working harmoniously as a member of a team, adapting to diverse educational, socio-political and cultural contexts and having impeccable personal conduct.

REMUNERATION

Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at SLL 243,076 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level

Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

A written test may be used as a form of screening.

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 will require individual review.

Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.

For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.

WHO is committed to workforce diversity.

WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.

WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.

WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

This is a National Professional Officer position. Therefore, only applications from nationals of the country where the duty station is located will be accepted. Applicants who are not nationals of this country will not be considered.

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2.) Communications Officer

The WHO Country Office in Sierra Leone supports the strengthening of the national health information system to improve the availability, quality and use of health data and information as a basis for better results and accountability, for the policy development and decision making at different levels.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The purpose of this position is to support the work of WHO on strengthening the country's national health information system and on monitoring and evaluation. Contribute to strengthening the capacity of the Representation office and technical programs in the area of ​​data management and alignment between health security actors and strengthening transparency between partners.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

With excellent skills in health and data management and in collaboration with other departments of the WHO Country Office, the WHO Regional Office for Africa, the Ministry of Health and Collaborating Partners, technical support for the generation, collection and analysis and synthesis, and communication decision making, specific tasks include the provision of technical assistance for:

• •  Development or update of legislation and policy framework for health information system
  •  Align health information system investments through a comprehensive and harmonized strategic plan and M&E case, and integrate into national health sector strategies
  •  Development of a common data standard in the country, including the development of interoperable systems; harmonization of the list of indicators with their metadata dictionary, baseline and target value, and data sources; and harmonization of data collection and reporting methods.
  •  Collection of primary and secondary data, including provision of technical support and assessment of facilities.
  •  Analysis and monitoring of data quality and development of data quality improvement plans in the country.
  •  Analysis and synthesis of health and other conditions and strategies for health monitoring and evaluation of national and regional strategies
  •  Dissemination of health information in the country through the development, maintenance and regular updating of an open-access National Health Observatory
  •  Promotion of knowledge translation platforms like EVIPN and to support the translation of evidence for policy development and decision-making

• •  The incumbent will continuously participate in the development, application and promotion of new methods, tools and capacity building programs to improve the availability, quality, analysis/synthesis and dissemination of information sanitary.
•  Collect information on a regular basis to map financial contributions to health security activities from donors in the country, including technical assistance, and in-kind and in-service contributions to update strategic partners from the WHO Portal
•  Perform other tasks as needed

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential

University degree in health information, statistics or computer science, with specialization in database development and management or public health or epidemiology

Desirable

professional training or degree in statistics and database management, graduate degree ideal. Good understanding of IT practices.

Experience

Essential

Have at least 7 years of experience in data management, information management or related fields.

Experience with compiling and analyzing large datasets from multiple sources

Good knowledge of public health program or epidemiology

Languages:

Essential: Excellent knowledge of English.

Desirable: Knowledge of French or other UN language. Working knowledge of local languages

Functional Knowledge and Skills

•  The incumbent should be able to demonstrate an understanding of:
•  Basic elements of HIS governance and how they can be used to improve the health information system
•  Common sources of health and the tools and mechanisms for their collection from facility-based registry systems, community registration systems, international classification of diseases, and DHIS 2
•  The limitations of data from various sources, the information system and approaches to data quality analysis
•  Review of data quality, in particular the health data system and approaches to improve data quality
•  Analysis and synthesis of health data and interpretation of results
•  Processes and mechanisms for effective dissemination of health and Excel decision-making; CSPro, Tableau and STATA app
•  Proficiency in command applications and advanced knowledge of MS Office and related (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.), including programming.

WHO Competencies

•  Communicate credibly and effectively
•  Ensuring the effective use of resources
•  Producing results.
•  Teamwork.
•  Building and promoting partnerships across the Organization and beyond.
•  Moving forward in a changing environment

Other Skills (e.g. IT)

•  Understanding of the necessary public health programs,
•  Excellent organizational skills.

REMUNERATION

Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at SLL 294,122 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level

Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

A written test may be used as a form of screening.

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 will require individual review.

Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.

For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.

WHO is committed to workforce diversity.

WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.

WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.

WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

This is a National Professional Officer position. Therefore, only applications from nationals of the country where the duty station is located will be accepted. Applicants who are not nationals of this country will not be considered.

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3.) MCH Officer

Contribute to the reduction of mortality and morbidity of maternal and newborns, children and for the promotion of adolescent's health and development by strengthening the national capacity in planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of interventions to improve the health status, building effective partnerships with health development partners for an integrated approach to Primary Health Care.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The position is to provide technical support at the national level, the incumbent will manage reproductive, maternal, newborn child and adolescent health (RMNCAH) activities which include prevention and management of violence against women; provide technical guidance to the Ministry of Health (MOH) and partners on the managerial, organizational and operational aspects of RMNCAH, the improvements in the integrated (RMNCAH) interventions, ensuring the alignment with the Global strategy for women’s, children’s and adolescents’ health 2016–2030 and the WHO recommended standards throughout the full cycle of the incident, with special focus on affected and vulnerable population.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

• •  Review and analyze national maternal and newborn health policies, strategies, plans and guidelines, programmes and related legislation
  •  Coordinate maternal and newborn health care activities
  •  Advise the national maternal and newborn health task force in the development of strategies for maternal and newborn health including Family planning.
  •  Provide technical assistance in the development of operation plans and tools for MNH and facilitate the dissemination of maternal and newborn health including family planning strategies, plans and relevant tools.
  •  Provide technical assistance for the implementation of maternal and newborn health including family planning interventions
  •  Establish and coordinate effective partnership with key stakeholders and donor agencies involved in maternal and newborn health including family planning
  •  Promote and implement operations research for maternal and newborn health including family planning

• •  Participate in monitoring and evaluation of maternal and newborn health including family planning programmer

•  Perform any other duties as required for the success of the programme.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential

University degree in obstetrics and gynecology or Pediatrics and Modern Training Skills; Community Medicine; Public Health or other related field from an accredited/recognized institute.

Desirable

Advanced degree in Medicine/Public Health.

Experience

Essential

At least five years of progressively responsible professional experience in in maternal, newborn health and sexual and reproductive health..

Desirable

Considerable experience in programme planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and supervision at national, state or local government area; Relevant work experience with WHO and/or UN agencies, health cluster partners; experience working in relevant nongovernmental or humanitarian organizations.

Languages:

Essential: Excellent knowledge of the English.

Desirable: Knowledge of French or other UN language. Working knowledge of local languages

Functional Knowledge and Skills

• •  Proven knowledge of FRH management within the context of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Ability to conduct research and analyse results, identify issues, formulate opinions, and make conclusions and recommendations for strengthening health care systems.
  •  Good knowledge of FRH health services and safety regulations
  •  Ability to prioritize, organize, manage and adapt management style according to needs

•  Ability to build and motivate teams and work under pressure

WHO Competencies

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

Other Skills (e.g. IT)

•  Proficiency in all MSOffice software applications.

REMUNERATION

Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at SLL 367,653 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level

Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

A written test may be used as a form of screening.

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 will require individual review.

Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.

For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.

WHO is committed to workforce diversity.

WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.

WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.

WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

This is a National Professional Officer position. Therefore, only applications from nationals of the country where the duty station is located will be accepted. Applicants who are not nationals of this country will not be considered.

APPLY