Health and Wellbeing Local Governance Specialist

World Health Organization

1mo ago

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Job
Full-time
Senior Level
Government & Politics
Healthcare
Washington

Requirements

Essential: A bachelor’s degree in public health, health policy or other relevant field from a recognized university.
Desirable: A master’s degree in public health, health policy or other relevant field from a recognized university.
Essential: Seven years of combined national and international experience in public institutions and/or international cooperation agencies, working in coordination, planning and/or evaluation of public health projects, including experience in health promotion, social determinants of health, local governance and equity and knowledge of the situation in the Americas.
Desirable: Experience working with United Nations agencies would be an asset.
Theoretical knowledge and demonstrated technical experience in Health Promotion, Urban Health governance for health and wellbeing, and Health in all Policies and its application for the analysis and formulation of strategies, development of policies and tools to address inequities and inequalities in health.
Knowledge and experience in strategies and initiatives that have an intersectoral approach where local governments are involved in strengthening public policies that impact the health of their populations.
Managerial skills for the development, implementation and analysis of technical cooperation programs and activities, including budget programming and control.
Strong professional oral and written skills, including the development of reports, oral presentations and technical documents for consideration at the highest levels of the Organization.
Strong interpersonal skills and tact to deal with difficult situations and sensitive areas and to communicate effectively with high-level officials, stakeholders and professionals from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds.
Knowledge and experience in operating and working at International Organizations.
Very good knowledge of Spanish or English with a working knowledge of the other language. Working language of Portuguese or French would be an asset.
Demonstrated ability to effectively use current technology and software, spreadsheets and presentations, as well as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), PMIS and management information systems. Other IT skills and knowledge of software programs such as Microsoft Excel, Outlook, OneDrive, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, and Word are considered essential.

Responsibilities

Support the implementation, monitor and evaluation of the Strategy and Plan of Action on Health Promotion within the context of the Sustainable Development Goals 2019-2030 and the Policy for recovering progress toward the sustainable development goals with equity through action on the social determinants of health and intersectoral work;
Lead the execution and monitoring of the Urban Governance for Health and Well-being initiative in the Americas, ensuring effective implementation, tracking progress and conducting thorough evaluations to drive program success;
Formulate, coordinate, and ensure the implementation of the work plan, chronogram, and budget of the Urban Governance for health and wellbeing project;
Provide technical support on local governance for health and wellbeing initiatives;
Assist with the technical cooperation to national governments to strengthen action at local level from a social determinant of health and health promotion approach;
Identify and enhance partnerships and networks to strengthen multidisciplinary and intersectoral collaboration between local governments;
Support the implementation of projects and activities focused on local governments;
Develop and implement effective monitoring and evaluation systems to track program progress and impact;
Develop and implement data and indicators to evaluate the impact of health and health equity of the activities of the Unit beyond PAHO plan;
Promote the documentation and systematization of innovative experiences from the local and national levels on intersectoral action, social determinants of health and health promotion;
Perform other related functions that are assigned.

FAQs

What is the duration of the contract for the Health and Wellbeing Local Governance Specialist position?

The contract is for 11 months, with the possibility of extension up to 24 months, subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance.

Where is this position located?

The primary location for this position is Washington, D.C., United States.

What are the required qualifications for this position?

A bachelor’s degree in public health, health policy, or a relevant field from a recognized university is required. A master’s degree in a related field is desirable.

How many years of experience are required for this position?

The position requires seven years of combined national and international experience in public institutions and/or international cooperation agencies, specifically in public health projects, health promotion, social determinants of health, and local governance.

What languages are required for this position?

Very good knowledge of Spanish or English is required, along with a working knowledge of the other language. Knowledge of Portuguese or French would be an asset.

What are the core competencies expected from candidates for this role?

Candidates should demonstrate integrity, teamwork, respect for diversity, effective communication, result-oriented performance, and adaptability to change.

Is there a salary range for this position?

The monthly salary is $5,343.42 (net of taxes), along with a post-adjustment amount that is indicative due to currency exchange rate fluctuations.

Are there any additional benefits provided with this role?

Yes, benefits include annual leave, a generous telework policy, parental leave, sick leave, a pension plan, and health insurance, among others.

Will candidates be contacted for an interview?

Candidates will only be contacted if they are under serious consideration. A written test and/or interview will be part of the screening process.

Does PAHO promote diversity in its workforce?

Yes, PAHO/WHO is committed to workforce diversity and encourages applications from women and from nationals of non and underrepresented Member States.

Is there a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct at PAHO?

Yes, PAHO has a zero-tolerance policy for sexual exploitation and abuse, maintaining high standards of integrity and accountability.

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The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialised agency of the United Nations dedicated to international public health. The organisation works to promote health, keep the world safe, and serve the vulnerable by setting global health standards, providing leadership on international health matters, and coordinating responses to health emergencies. WHO's ultimate mission is to ensure that all people achieve the highest possible standard of health, addressing health inequities and strengthening health systems worldwide. Their purpose is to lead and coordinate international efforts to improve health and well-being, prevent and respond to health crises, and support sustainable health development globally.