PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The purpose of the position is to lead the implementation of the WHO Ukraine Country Office's disability inclusive health program of work by providing policy and technical advice to the Government of Ukraine on developing and strengthening barrier-free legislation and its implementation, at the national and regional levels, and in line with international best practices. In doing so, the incumbent must elevate the voices of persons with disabilities and their representative organizations, ensuring that policy and legislative advice is informed by OPDs and ensures their meaningful participation.
The successful incumbent will coordinate with national, regional and headquarter WHO counterparts and external government, non-government, OPD and other civil society actors to ensure a cohesive approach in line with Ukrainian legislation, policy, and sector strategies.
OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME
The WHO country office works with the National Authorities to achieve the highest standard of health as a fundamental human right, based on equity and on SDGs principle of leaving no one behind. WHO actions are engrained in the WHO 14th General Programme of Work with its 3 prong objectives of promoting healthier populations, keeping the world safe through addressing health emergencies, and protecting the vulnerable through Universal Health Coverage. WHO's mandate revolves around six core functions: (i) providing Global Health leadership; (ii) shaping the health research agenda; (iii) setting norms and standards; (iv) articulating evidence-based policy options; (v) providing technical support to countries; and (vi) monitoring and assessing health trends. The WHO Country Office is an integral part of the WHO Regional Office for Europe. Its main role is to facilitate and coordinate all WHO activities at country level and to implement the European Programme of Work 2020โ2025 โโUnited Action for Better Health in Europeโ which sets out a vision of how the WHO Regional Office for Europe can better support countries in meeting citizensโ expectations about health.
WHO at country level delivers this through practical, actionable and country focused solutions to health challenges, keeping in perspective that achieving health and well-being is a whole-of-society endeavour; This is done through facilitating the implementation of the Biennial Collaborative Agreement with the country and its corresponding workplan. The WHO Country Office maintains good working relations and ensures information exchange between the country and WHO, policy and strategic guidance on Health issues to all national and international partners in the country, provision of direct technical expertise when needed and aims at more community engagement and participation, and to promote health equity.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
The purpose of the position is to lead the implementation of the WHO Ukraine Country Office's disability inclusive health program of work by providing internal support to implement the WHO Ukraine Country Officesโ disability inclusive health strategy and provide policy and technical advice to the Government of Ukraine on developing and strengthening community-delivered health and social care services in line with international and regional best practices.
The successful incumbent will coordinate with national, regional and headquarter WHO counterparts and external government, non-government, and civil society actors to ensure a cohesive approach in line with Ukrainian legislation, policy, and sector strategies.
Key duties:
1. Assist the Unit Lead, Rehabilitation and Disability, in the effective implementation of WHO activities related to health and social care programs, including but not limited to those programmed in the Biannual Collaborative Agreement (BCA) and overall policy dialogue.
2. Collaborate with partners to develop and implement research activities in the areas of social care, disability inclusive health services and contribute to resource mobilization.
3. Assist in the organization of training activities related to WHO supported programs with PHC facilities, social workers, and other target groups on assistive living supports.
4. Support in the coordination of key stakeholders in Ukraine working to reduce health inequities and achieve universal health coverage for persons with disabilities through supported living and assisted living, independent living, peer support and other relevant initiatives.
5. Assist in the production of reporting (donors, WCO UKR, WHO EURO etc.) on WCO programs.
6. Collect information, analyze, prepare, and contribute in a regular and timely manner to various types of materials, reports, and situation analyses related to disability, community social care, primary health care, and community-delivered rehabilitation needs in the country.
7. Collaborate with Organizations of People with Disabilities (OPDs) on developing targeted local initiatives that reduce health inequities for persons with disabilities. ย
8. Support the Unit Lead, Rehabilitation and Disability in channeling, and supporting all types of WHO presence, visits and missions to the country, and monitor and follow-up the recommendations to ensure change.
9. Generate evidence for regional and national audiences on the need to prepare for the future volume of care for chronic/long-term care and disability.
10. Provide advice and methodological support through analytical studies in the development of country evidence and data on disability inclusive health.
11. Support the Unit Lead in representing WHO in relevant working Groups and results groups
12. Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Essential: First-level University ย Degree in social sciences, political science, international development or any other relevant field.
Desirable: Advance university degree in ย political science, international development, social sciences or similar fields. Or any relevant advance training Certificate
Experience
Essential:
- ย Minimum one (1) year of experience working in health system strengthening with focus on persons with injuries and or disability and supporting Ukrainian Organizations of Persons with disabilities to promote the role of persons with disabilities and their representative organizations in decisions which impact them across social care and health in Ukraine.
- ย Experience working in the sphere of health systems strengthening, including a focus on community services for persons with injuries, health conditions and/or disabilities in Ukraine.
Desirable:
- Experience supporting the Government of Ukraine on policy directions related to persons with disabilities.
- Experience in representing or advocating for the rights of persons with disabilities.
- Experience supporting the implementation of the UNCRPD at national level
- Experience working with WHO or other UN agency.
- Experience in other countries in developing policies, planning, implementing, and evaluating programs in health systems.
Functional Knowledge and Skills:
1. Excellent analytical and writing skills.
2. Demonstrated ability to work within significant uncertainties in a rapidly changing environment.
3. Ability to contribute to the development of norms and standards, as well as training materials.
4. Capacity to plan and conduct operational activities with political and technical elements.
5. Demonstrated ability to interact appropriately with high-level stakeholders, including senior officials and ministers.
6. Demonstrated data management and data analysis skills.
7. Good computer skills (word processing, spreadsheet, Power point presentations).
8. Emotional intelligence: Ability to identify and manage oneโs own emotions, as well as helping others to do the same.
WHO Competencies:
*1) Teamwork
*2) Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
*3) Communication
4) Moving forward in a changing environment
5) Knowing and Managing Yourself
Use of Language Skills
Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Expert knowledge of Ukrainian.
Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of the other official WHO Language.
REMUNERATION
WHO offers an attractive remuneration package, which for the above position includes an annual net base salary starting at USD 29,688 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
1.ย ย ย ย ย This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level.
2.ย ย ย ย ย Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
3.ย ย ย ย ย A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.
4.ย ย ย ย ย In the event 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.
5.ย ย ย ย ย 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.
6.ย ย ย ย ย Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and eManual.
7.ย ย ย ย ย The Director-General retains the discretion to not make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description, including shortening the duration of the appointment.
8.ย ย ย ย ย WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. 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.
9.ย ย ย ย ย 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.
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11.ย 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 (https://www.who.int/about/who-we-are/our-values) into practice.
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14.ย WHO also offers a 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.
15.ย The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.
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17.ย 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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