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The World Health Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations that is concerned with international public health. It was established on 7 April 1948, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME
The objective of the programme is to strengthen the deconcentration of the WHO country office in Kenya at the field level - Counties. This deconcentration allows WHO to strengthen its effectiveness through the coordination of partners, the capacity of County health systems to cope with preparedness, mitigation and response to public health emergencies. In addition, this deconcentration will enable the WHO country office to contribute to the strengthening of the health system at both the county level in general.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
In the context of the WHO Health Emergencies Incident Management System (IMS), the incumbent manages the Health Cluster coordination mechanism in the relevant sub-national, emergency context, with all relevant partners and project staff. Coordinates and guides the technical and operational inputs, including resources mobilization, to fulfill WHO's critical functions, in collaboration with the WHO Health Cluster Coordinator and the Health Emergencies' Team Lead. Technically leads the health cluster's systematic identification and monitoring of health risks and needs, as well as the planning and implementation of the most effective prevention, control, and response strategy and measures, in support of national and local health authorities' identified priorities. Guides the building of national capacity through need identification, and development, operationalization and implementation of required training plans. Guides the WHO's field support team on continued self-assessment and learning on planning, budgeting, and operational service delivery. Determines staffing needs for WHO response and ensures their timely mobilization in liaison with the WHO country office. Briefs the WHO country office on situation reports and events, bringing concerns and recommended courses-of-action to the attention of the Incident Manager. Perform all other related duties as assigned by the direct supervisors and the WHO Deputy Representative.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Experience
Skills
Demonstrated knowledge of public-health, and rapid response operations including the international emergency incident management system. Mastery of the theory, principles, methods, and techniques in the international emergency incident management system. Strong interpersonal skills, including tact and a collaborative work style. Knowledge of the country's public health context, policies, and priorities. Skills to maintain focus in crisis situations.
WHO Competencies
Use of Language Skills
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