Published: 27 March 2024
Winterthur
100%
Permanent position
OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME
WHO is committed to providing a respectful work environment, and to promoting and enforcing policies that respect the inherent dignity of all persons. WHO has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) of the communities it serves and for sexual misconduct (SH) of the workforce, and zero tolerance for inaction against SEA and SH. WHO's approaches to the prevention of and response to sexual exploitation and abuse and sexual misconduct (PRS) reflect a United Nations system-wide and common approach. The strategic objective of the programme is to create awareness of PRS risks in all WHO activities, to promote policies and systems that can ready the Organization for and meet the complexities of PRS, and to help implement an effective safeguarding approach across all levels of the Organization. This approach spans prevention, early detection, response, and accountability for PRS. This includes (1) the development of appropriate policies and plans; (2) dedicated PRS and safeguarding expertise to support colleagues and operations especially for assessing and mitigating SEAH risk in all community-facing operations and all WHO workplaces; (3) rigorous awareness of standards and codes of conduct amongst all personnel, contractors, service providers and partners; (4) recruitment processes that ensure that staff embody the values and standards of the Organization; (5) appropriate PRS training of all staff and personnel; (6) easily accessible feedback and complaint mechanisms for staff, whistleblowers, and communities with reliable follow-up and transparent reporting; (7) effective capacity to investigate alleged cases of SEA; (8) interaction and coordination with Member States, partners, and the UN system to ensure synergies; and (9) shifting the Organization to internalize and operationalize a victim and survivor-centered approach and services.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
Under the direct supervision of Director/BOS and with guidance by Director PRS (HQ) the Regional Coordinator will do the following: Within the RO context:
1. Coordinate the roll out of all PRS work in the region to strengthen the Region's prevention, detection, reporting and response capacities.
2. Keep the RD regularly and continuously abreast of latest developments in WHO's global PRS work and of key data and performance indicators of the Region in a global context; and support leadership communication
3. Identify systemic issues, risks, trends, and concerns related to SEAH, and make recommendations to the Regional Director on potential solutions and, high risk programs including the WHO Health Emergency Programme, the Polio Eradication Initiative, and other programmes that inherently carry a high risk of SEAH, and generate reports on a quarterly and annual basis.
4. Ensure that RO staff, and their networks are aware of and adhering to relevant staff rules, their bystander responsibilities, and have knowledge of and access to SEAH reporting mechanisms.
5. Ensure that corporate SEAH risk reduction measures such as regular and consistent screening of personnel is systematically conducted; contractual partners are assessed and supported for PRS, and that an environment that supports the safe reportingof SEAH concerns is created.
6. Proactively engage programme and technical and administrative departments and units to ensure that they are assessing SEAH risk in all activities and integrating risk mitigation measures in implementation; and support the delivery of SEAH sessions, trainings, discussions in the Regional office, and for Member States and partner events. In support of country operations:
7. Support HWCOs, and country PRS experts and Focal Points to deliver on PRS work and related capacity building
8. Provide advice on the implementation of a victims-centered approach and support mechanisms, Support SEAH risk assessments in countries to identify risks and develop mitigation plans As member of the Global PRS Task Team:
9. Contribute to organization-wide (HQ and inter-regional) knowledge and best practices in PRS management; and contribute proactively in WHO global network for PRS, including for UN-wide efforts
10. Ensure clear and regular communication between the Offices of the Regional Director, WCOs and Director PRS on strategic, programmatic and operational issues, including for resource mobilization and communications.
11. Collaborate with the global SEAH investigations teams as required, maintaining impartiality, confidentiality and respecting due process, and contribute to data management regarding PRS.
12. Contribute to quarterly mandatory Member States Briefings and reporting to WHO Governing bodies and donors. In general:
13. Perform any other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Essential: Advanced university degree in social sciences, international development, public health, law, management or related field relevant to the functions of the position.
Desirable: Postgraduate studies or specialized training in strategy development, human rights, social anthropology, community engagement, or behavior change management.
Experience
Essential: At least 10 years of relevant national and international professional and progressive work experience, including in one or a combination of the following Work with children and/or adults who have witnessed or experienced exploitation, abuse or sexual misconduct. Experience in the delivery of programs in complex humanitarian or development contexts. Experience in intuitional capacity building or change management.
Desirable: Experience in the provision of safeguarding strategic guidance and technical advice in a complex, large organization. Experience managing health interventions in complex humanitarian or development contexts .Experience conducting awareness raising and training on sensitive issues such as sexual exploitation and abuse, and/or child abuse .Experience in a leadership office or team.
Skills
Expert knowledge of safeguarding strategies, approaches and interventions. Strong analytical skills and solid understanding of risks, constraints, and obstacles to safeguarding interventions and knowledge on how to avoid common pitfalls. Excellent knowledge of safeguarding actors and their comparative strength and weaknesses in the inter-agency effort of prevention and response to SEA. Demonstrated knowledge and skills in conducting risk assessments, joint planning and consultation processes with diverse audiences of stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to identify and manage difficult situations, to lead and direct multidisciplinary and multinational staff; and ensure confidentiality. Sound knowledge and experience of participatory consultation processes and priority identification. Excellent negotiation skills and ability to convene stakeholders and facilitate change among UN, NGOs, national health authorities, donors and other actors.
WHO Competencies
Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Promoting innovation and organizational learning
Setting an example
Creating an empowering and motivating environment
Use of Language Skills
Essential: Expert knowledge of English.
Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of French. Intermediate knowledge of Arabic.
REMUNERATION
WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 92,731 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 2326 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION