Objectives Of The Programme
The
objective of the programme is to strengthen the deconcentration of the WHO
country office in Kenya at the field level – Counties. This deconcentration
allows WHO to strengthen its effectiveness through the coordination of
partners, the capacity of County health systems to cope with preparedness,
mitigation and response to public health emergencies. In addition, this
deconcentration will enable the WHO country office to contribute to the
strengthening of the health system at both the county level in general.
Description Of Duties
In
the context of the WHO Health Emergencies Incident Management System (IMS), the
incumbent:
- Manages the Health Cluster coordination
mechanism in the relevant sub-national, emergency context, with all
relevant partners and project staff. Coordinates and guides the technical
and operational inputs, including resources mobilization, to fulfill WHO’s
critical functions, in collaboration with the WHO Health Cluster
Coordinator and the Health Emergencies’ Team Lead.
- Technically leads the health cluster’s
systematic identification and monitoring of health risks and needs, as
well as the planning and implementation of the most effective prevention,
control, and response strategy and measures, in support of national and
local health authorities’ identified priorities.
- Guides the building of national capacity
through need identification, and development, operationalization and
implementation of required training plans.
- Guides the WHO’s field support team on
continued self-assessment and learning on planning, budgeting, and
operational service delivery.
- Determines staffing needs for WHO
response and ensures their timely mobilization in liaison with the WHO
country office.
- Briefs the WHO country office on
situation reports and events, bringing concerns and recommended
courses-of-action to the attention of the Incident Manager.
- Perform all other related duties as
assigned by the direct supervisors and the WHO Deputy Representative.
Required Qualifications
Education
- Essential: An
advanced university degree in public health or public-health discipline,
management, emergency, humanitarian, disaster management or related field
from an accredited/recognized institute.
- Desirable:
Specialized training in emergency management;specific training in
humanitarian response.
Experience
- Essential: A
minimum of seven years of work experience relevant to the position
(public-health management and operations with public, national, and
international, nongovernmental, or humanitarian organizations), with some
of it obtained in an international work environment. A minimum of two
years of relevant experience in emergency management/response and
leadership at the international level. Substantial experience in capacity
building in a developing country. Experience in developing and promoting
collaborative partnerships especially in emergency contexts.
- Desirable:
Experience in coordinating and implementing public health strategies with
WHO and/or United Nations agencies, health clusterpartners in emergency
settings.
Skills
- Demonstrated knowledge of public-health,
and rapid response operations including the international emergency
incident management system.
- Mastery of the theory, principles,
methods, and techniques in the international emergency incident management
system.
- Strong interpersonal skills, including
tact and a collaborative work style.
- Knowledge of the country’s public health
context, policies, and priorities.
- Skills to maintain focus in crisis
situations.
WHO Competencies
- Teamwork
- Respecting and promoting individual and
cultural differences
- Communication
- Producing results
- Building and promoting partnerships
across the organization and beyond
- Creating an empowering and motivating
environment
Use of Language Skills
- Essential: Expert
knowledge of English.
- Desirable:
Intermediate knowledge of French.
How To Apply