WHO - World Health Organization
Advisor, Intersectoral Action and Community Participation
WHO - World Health Organization, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Job Description - Advisor, Intersectoral Action and Community Participation (2407387)Grade:
P4Contractual Arrangement:
Fixed-term appointmentContract Duration:
One year, first year probationary period. Post of limited duration.Job Posting
Date:
Sep 12, 2024, 8:48:34 PMClosing Date
Date:
Oct 3, 2024, 9:59:00 PMPrimary Location
Location:
United States-Washington, D.C.Organization
Organization:
Health Promotion and Social Determinants of HealthSchedule
Schedule:
Full-timeIMPORTANT NOTICE:
Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.OBJECTIVE OF THE OFFICE/DEPARTMENTThis requisition is for employment at the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)/Regional Office of the World Health Organization (WHO). The Social and Environmental Determinants for Health Equity (DHE) Department leads intersectoral, strategic and collaborative efforts at the regional, subregional and country levels, enabling countries to reduce health inequities, promote health and well-being, address social determinants of health, integrate equity, human rights, gender and interculturality into the public health agenda, and address the threats of climate change.DESCRIPTION OF DUTIESUnder the general supervision of the Director, Social and Environmental Determinants for Health Equity (DHE) and the direct supervision of the Unit Chief, Health Promotion and Social Determinants of Health (DHE/HP), the incumbent is responsible for, but not necessarily limited to, the following assigned duties:Provide expert technical guidance and facilitate the integration of intersectoral collaboration and community engagement as essential approaches to addressing social determinants and promoting health equity.Develop technical support and advice to Member States to implement a health-in-all-policies and inter-sectoral approaches to improve health and reduce health inequities.Create tools and resources to enhance the capacity of Member States and PAHO staff to advocate for and promote community empowerment and participation.Develop tools and instruments for strengthening, monitoring, and evaluating intersectoral action and Health in All Policies.Advocate and promote the use of an intersectoral approach in strengthening social protection systems to enhance health equity.Support Member States for fostering community participation in the development and adaptation of public health actions.Work closely with partner agencies on appropriate coordination mechanisms to promote intersectoral action and community participation.Collaborate in the preparation of the department’s Biennial Work Plan (BWP).When called upon to supervise staff, establish clear work objectives and conduct performance appraisals.Perform other related duties, as assigned.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEducation:Essential:
A university degree in health or social science and a master’s degree in health policy, social development or other field related to the functions of the post.Desirable:
Ph.D. in social or health policy or related areas.Experience:Essential:
Nine years of combined national and international experience in technical cooperation policies, programs and projects that address the social determinants of health and health equity.Desirable:
Proven experience in managing complex international programs related to intersectoral action and community participation.Skills:Overall attitude at work:
Maintains integrity and takes a clear ethical approach.Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences:
Relate well to diversity in others.Teamwork:
Collaborate and cooperate with others.Communication:
Write effectively and share knowledge.Producing Results:
Work efficiently and independently.Ensuring effective use of resources:
Strategize and set clear objectives.Building and promoting partnerships:
Develop networks and partnerships.Technical Expertise:Theoretical and practical expertise in all aspects related to technical cooperation projects and activities that rely on intersectoral action and community participation.Languages:
Very good knowledge of English or Spanish with a working knowledge of the other language.IT Skills:
Demonstrated ability to effectively use current technology and software.REMUNERATIONAnnual Salary:
USD $77,326.00 + post adjustment.Post Adjustment:
70.2% of the above figure(s).ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level. PAHO/WHO is an ethical organization that maintains high standards of integrity and accountability.
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P4Contractual Arrangement:
Fixed-term appointmentContract Duration:
One year, first year probationary period. Post of limited duration.Job Posting
Date:
Sep 12, 2024, 8:48:34 PMClosing Date
Date:
Oct 3, 2024, 9:59:00 PMPrimary Location
Location:
United States-Washington, D.C.Organization
Organization:
Health Promotion and Social Determinants of HealthSchedule
Schedule:
Full-timeIMPORTANT NOTICE:
Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.OBJECTIVE OF THE OFFICE/DEPARTMENTThis requisition is for employment at the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)/Regional Office of the World Health Organization (WHO). The Social and Environmental Determinants for Health Equity (DHE) Department leads intersectoral, strategic and collaborative efforts at the regional, subregional and country levels, enabling countries to reduce health inequities, promote health and well-being, address social determinants of health, integrate equity, human rights, gender and interculturality into the public health agenda, and address the threats of climate change.DESCRIPTION OF DUTIESUnder the general supervision of the Director, Social and Environmental Determinants for Health Equity (DHE) and the direct supervision of the Unit Chief, Health Promotion and Social Determinants of Health (DHE/HP), the incumbent is responsible for, but not necessarily limited to, the following assigned duties:Provide expert technical guidance and facilitate the integration of intersectoral collaboration and community engagement as essential approaches to addressing social determinants and promoting health equity.Develop technical support and advice to Member States to implement a health-in-all-policies and inter-sectoral approaches to improve health and reduce health inequities.Create tools and resources to enhance the capacity of Member States and PAHO staff to advocate for and promote community empowerment and participation.Develop tools and instruments for strengthening, monitoring, and evaluating intersectoral action and Health in All Policies.Advocate and promote the use of an intersectoral approach in strengthening social protection systems to enhance health equity.Support Member States for fostering community participation in the development and adaptation of public health actions.Work closely with partner agencies on appropriate coordination mechanisms to promote intersectoral action and community participation.Collaborate in the preparation of the department’s Biennial Work Plan (BWP).When called upon to supervise staff, establish clear work objectives and conduct performance appraisals.Perform other related duties, as assigned.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEducation:Essential:
A university degree in health or social science and a master’s degree in health policy, social development or other field related to the functions of the post.Desirable:
Ph.D. in social or health policy or related areas.Experience:Essential:
Nine years of combined national and international experience in technical cooperation policies, programs and projects that address the social determinants of health and health equity.Desirable:
Proven experience in managing complex international programs related to intersectoral action and community participation.Skills:Overall attitude at work:
Maintains integrity and takes a clear ethical approach.Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences:
Relate well to diversity in others.Teamwork:
Collaborate and cooperate with others.Communication:
Write effectively and share knowledge.Producing Results:
Work efficiently and independently.Ensuring effective use of resources:
Strategize and set clear objectives.Building and promoting partnerships:
Develop networks and partnerships.Technical Expertise:Theoretical and practical expertise in all aspects related to technical cooperation projects and activities that rely on intersectoral action and community participation.Languages:
Very good knowledge of English or Spanish with a working knowledge of the other language.IT Skills:
Demonstrated ability to effectively use current technology and software.REMUNERATIONAnnual Salary:
USD $77,326.00 + post adjustment.Post Adjustment:
70.2% of the above figure(s).ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level. PAHO/WHO is an ethical organization that maintains high standards of integrity and accountability.
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