🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ World Health Organization (WHO) – 2 Positions

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

1.) Technical Officer (Reproductive Health)
2.) Security Assistant

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Technical Officer (Reproductive Health)

Technical Officer (Reproductive Health)

( 2404391 )

Grade : NO-C

Contractual Arrangement : Temporary appointment under Staff Rule 420.4

Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days) : 1 year

Job Posting: May 22, 2024, 12:21:10 PM

WHO works closely with the Ministry of Health, other UN agencies and partners to improve the health outcomes for the people of Sierra Leone. The country has a number of pressing health challenges, including high rates of maternal and child mortality. The Ministry has declared zero tolerance for both maternal and child mortality hence accelerated reduction of the high burden of maternal and child mortality is a priority. The MOH's Reproductive Maternal Newborn Child and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH) Policy and Strategy provides strategic direction to end preventable mortality and enhance the health and wellbeing of women, newborns, children, and adolescents in Sierra Leone. The RH/FP programme, in conjunction with the Quality Management Unit in MOH lead on improving sexual and reproductive health outcomes and the quality and experience of care. There have been significant advances in efforts to strengthen MDSR, EmONC training and mentoring, and initiate Obstetric triage assessment and treatment in selected high-volume facilities, but access to and utilization of many SRH cost-effective interventions remain limited. The nursing and midwifery workforce constitutes the largest workforce for health and is central to attaining the ambitious targets of RMNCAH Strategy, but challenges remain with respect to nursing and midwifery education, scope of practice and regulation The RMNCAH strategy promotes a range of interventions that should be further facilitated and describes those remaining barriers and bottlenecks which should be urgently addressed to end preventable mortality and enhance the health of women, newborns, children, and adolescents in Sierra Leone. The National Nursing and Midwifery Strategic Plan 2019- 2023 aims to assess the context-specific needs in nursing and midwifery within the wider remit of the relevant policies of the Ministry of Health (MOH), and to translate these into strategies for the improved provision of services

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Under the supervision of the ULC Cluster and RMNCAH unit lead, the National Professional Officer, (Sexual & Reproductive Health) will:

•  Work closely with other RMNCAH team members and with MOH colleagues at central and district level to develop and implement strategies to improve Sexual Reproductive Health within RMNCAH, including liaising with stakeholders in the Reproductive and Child Health (RCH) Directorate, the Nursing & Midwifery Directorate, and the Quality Management programme
•  Participate in the Review of the Sierra Leone National Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH) Strategy to assess performance against health systems capacity to deliver SRH interventions and make recommendations to address bottlenecks and gaps
•  Support the translation and implementation of the Sierra Leone Quality and Patient Safety Roadmap, as it applies to sexual reproductive & maternal health. In particular support the application of QI approaches to reducing maternal deaths from the commonest causes of maternal mortality, building on current efforts Position DescriptionProfessional Classified version of Position Description as at: 07-Mar-2024 3 Sensitivity: Internal & Restricted
•  Support the implementation of the National Nursing and Midwifery Strategic Plan, and activities to commemorate and document the Sierra Leone International Year of the Nurse and the Midwife
•  Coordinate TWG engagements and forums in order to plan and prioritize for the most effective coordinated delivery of technical assistance. This will be done through reviewing and familiarizing with national RMNCAH health policies, strategies, programmes, and related legislation, major players.
•  Work with other Nursing & Midwifery HRH partners to build the capacity of Nursing and Midwifery Faculty to deliver quality competency-based education
•  Build the capacity of the Nurses and Midwives Board to regulate the nursing and midwifery workforce and pre-service education
•  Collaborate in the facilitation and supervision of central and district level RMNCAH in-service and on-the-job trainings, with follow up on quality supportive supervision, mentorship, and corrective actions, in order to ensure that trainings are more effective and result in sustained positive changes in knowledge, competencies, attitudes and practices. And where relevant support preservice curriculum development and training
•  Prepare monthly donor progress reports against agreed detailed work plan milestones, and quarterly technical reports. Assist MOH in preparing concept notes and budgets for activities, and their reporting on these.
•  Collaborate with the WHO Regional Office for Africa and Headquarters and support global and regional initiatives through joint planning and missions with a specific focus on the development and implementation of SRH priorities including to global and regional declarations and mandates, and
•  Perform all other related duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: University degree in Medicine, Midwifery, or other Clinical discipline

Desirable: Postgraduate degree in Clinical Sciences and/or Public Health with specialization in SRH or equivalent from a recognized University or College Experience

Experience

Essential: At least 5 years of relevant post qualification experience including clinical practice

Desirable: Experience working on scaling up the delivery of public health programmes at decentralized levels. Experience in pre-service medical education/clinical instruction of health professionals, (doctors, midwives, other)

Skills

Strong technical skills and knowledge in the area of Reproductive and Child Health Skills and ability to timely synthesize key components and working group outputs. Ability to build and promote partnerships across the organization and beyond. Demonstrated ability to produce results, while respecting WHO's professional, ethical, and legal framework

WHO Competencies

Teamwork

Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences

Communication

Creating an empowering and motivating environment

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English.

Desirable: Beginners knowledge of French.

REMUNERATION

Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at SLE 528,310 (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. eNhi3zR C0zkIf
•  A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment 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.
•  According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.
•  Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.
•  The WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics.
•  The WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States ( https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply.
•  Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be sent through an email to [email protected]
•  An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. 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.
•  For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.
•  WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.
•  The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.
•  Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at [email protected].
•  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.) Security Assistant

SECURITY ASSISTANT

( 2404476 )

Grade : No grade

Contractual Arrangement : Special Services Agreement (SSA)

Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days) : 6 months

Job Posting: May 24, 2024, 2:15:33 PM

Area of expertise:

Expert in security.

Purpose of Job:

Under the overall direction of the WR and under the direct supervision of the Operations Officer and under the technical supervision of the AFRO Regional Field Security Officer, the Local Security Assistant assists in the implementation of security operations and all matters related to the management of the safety and security of WHO personnel and assets across the country.

Background

Security activities need to be improved within our Office. Currently, we have several pending reports, including the theft of the laptops just over a year ago, the bus crash report, the 2022 safety audit update and updating the accident information into the Track Point system.

In addition, there is a need to improve the management of our Security Risk Management Measures (SRMM) which contains several activities that are not up to date. The current focal point is overwhelmed with other responsibilities and will not be able to properly manage the security aspect that is very important to our office. The number of staff in country office is growing daily with new staff that and visitors who need regular security briefing. After a working session with FSO/AFRO in the SRMM (Security Risk Management Measures) system, he urged recruiting a security assistant in collaboration with the local UNDSS office to help the office to manage and follow up all security aspects. We are suggesting can recruiting the security assistant for a period of 12 months with an SSA contract at grade G6 of 6 months, The estimated salary for the six months is: 4328.26 USD (6 months). Considering the above, I would like to ask for your approval for the recruitment to be carried out so that the Office can finalize all the proceedings and be up to date on the security aspects. Under the overall guidance of the WR and under the direct supervision of the Operations Officer and the technical supervision of the AFRO Regional Field Security Officer, the Local Security Assistant assists in the implementation of security operations and all matters related to the management of the safety and security of WHO personnel and assets across the country.

Deliverables:

•  Conduct periodic Security Risk Assessments within the area of responsibility as required in support of WHO Operations.
•  Establish Standing Operating Procedures for WHO operations countrywide
•  Maintains WHO staff and eligible dependent lists and update UNDSS on a weekly basis on any changes to the list.
•  Maintains regular contacts with local security officials, UNDSS, security focal points of UN agencies as well as non-governmental organizations and other non-State actors in operation.
•  Provides support in organizing and conducting training courses on security awareness and preparedness and providing security orientation to newly assigned staff members.
•  Advise staff members on emergency operations in the event of any emergency in accordance with the country / Area Security Plan
•  Update on the security issues identified by the audit. eN41P63 C0zkIf
•  Monitor and report on safety incidents affecting WHO personnel, offices, and property, such as safety incident reports including traffic accidents.
•  Monitor security incidents affecting WHO staff, offices, and assets, and prepare security reports, such as the Security Incident Report,
•  Provides support in organizing and conducting training courses on security awareness and preparedness and providing security orientation to newly assigned staff members.
•  Maintains routine and confidential correspondence files/documents.
•  Conducts security evaluations and provides advice on security measures for the residences (Residential Security MeasuresRSM) of UN staff, as well as on latest trends and threats to staff safety and security.
•  Establishes and maintains warden system and keeps update of information related to UN offices and residences.
•  Ensure HF/VHF communication is maintained with UNDSS Communication Centre and WHO Operations in the field.
•  Manage and maintain the WHO Wardens list.
•  Perform any other relevant task as requested by the WR

C. Other activities:

•  Perform any other relevant task as requested by the WR

1. Qualifications, experience, skills and languages

Education

Essential: Completion of secondary education or equivalent technical training in Security

Desirable: University Degree

Experience

Essential: At least five (5) years working experience in security, preferably in the military or police context or related field of work. Prior experience with the UN system or an international NGO is desirable but not a requirement.

Skills/Knowledge:

Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and implement inputs from several sources; to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; to conceptualize and carry out tasks with little supervision; Very good understanding of operations and logistics in a complex work environment. Excellent knowledge of fixed asset management and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

WHO Competencies

Communicating in a credible and effective way

Producing results

Fosters integration and teamwork

Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences

Ensuring the effective use of resources.

Languages and level required (Basic/Intermediate/Expert):

Essential: Excellent knowledge of English.

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