Job Description

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The WHO Global Service Centre provides administrative services to all staff and all WHO offices and affiliated entities worldwide in respect of human resources, payroll, pension, procurement, accounts payable and support of specific corporate IT applications. The aim of this Centre is to serve as the global platform for the swift and reliable delivery of a comprehensive array of products and services covering all these fields.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Under the direct supervision of the Administrative Services Officer, Centre Administrative Services (CAS), the incumbent is responsible for the following assigned duties: * Coordinate and implement communications within GSC including dissemination and branding of GSC to Headquarters and all WHO regions.

• Liaise with Department of Communications in HQ Geneva for the latest global communication and social media content, including press releases, including Facebook, Twitter etc.
• Liaise with the CSO Operations Officer in the production and dissemination of GSC reports to global clients.
• Prepare the production of communication materials, including blog posts, project updates and key messaging.
• Update (and redesign as necessary) regularly the content of GSC internet and Intranet websites.
• Update (and redesign as necessary) regularly the content of Share Point sites.
• Propose, design and organize GSC - internal events (such as the so-called Wednesdays awareness information sessions).
• Update content, formulate pitch stories and messages on social media (Facebook, Linkedin, You Tube etc.).
• Film and/or edit photography/multimedia/AV stories highlighting the work of GSC.
• Produce (or help produce) content and communications materials on GSC activities and/or other priority areas, as well as for projects/campaigns.
• Assist in disseminating materials/content/messages to WHO broadcasters and print publications.
• Support in communications, event planning, media outreach and multimedia production.
• Plan and arrange the roll out of social media campaigns.
• Media outreach, multimedia support to raise awareness around GSC.
• Update media contact list on a monthly basis.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: First University degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or equivalent university degree in a related field.
Desirable: An advanced university degree in a relevant area.

Experience

Essential: A minimum of two years relevant work experience in communication, print, broadcast media or interactive digital media.
Desirable: Experience in international organizations or similar multi-cultural environment.

Skills * General ability to draft ideas and concepts, clearly and concisely in written and oral form; specific skills in writing press releases and articles/stories for traditional and electronic media.

• Proven ability to research, analyze, evaluate and synthesize information.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Solid media contacts and the knowledge of current theories and practices in communication research and the role of mass media.

WHO Competencies

1. Teamwork
2. Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
3. Communication
4. Producing results
5. Moving forward in a changing environment

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English.
Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of UN Official Language.

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 50,377 (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 2103 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

• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level.

• Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

• A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.

• In the event that 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:

. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.

• 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.

• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.

• Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.

• The WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The 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.

The 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 (

) are strongly encouraged to apply.

Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be sent through an email to

• 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

into practice.

• WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.

• Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Candidates appointed to an international post with WHO are subject to mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world.

• WHO also offers 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.

• The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.

• Please note that WHO\'s contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at

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• WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

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• *For WHO General Service staff who do not meet the minimum educational qualifications, please see e-Manual III.4.1, para 220.

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