WHO Deputy Incident Manager Jobs 2022 – Kenya NGO Jobs. WHO Kenya looking for “Deputy Incident Manager”. Applicants with a University degree may apply on or before 25 October 2022.
The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health. The WHO Constitution, which establishes the agency’s governing structure and principles, states its main objective as “the attainment by all peoples of the highest possible level of health”. It is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, with six semi-autonomous regional offices and 150 field offices worldwide.
WHO Deputy Incident Manager Jobs 2022
The WHO has published a job vacancy announcement on 11 October 2022 for qualified Kenya’s to fill in the vacant post of Deputy Incident Manager to be based in Nairobi, Kenya.
| Recruiter | World Health Organization (WHO) |
| Position | Deputy Incident Manager |
| Location | Nairobi, Kenya |
| Country | Kenya |
| Total Vacant Post | N/A |
| Qualification | University degree |
| Experience Required | At least 7 years |
| Application Deadline | 25 October 2022 |
WHO Job Vacancy 2022
Job Purpose: In the context of the WHO Health Emergencies Incident Management System (IMS), at the country or regional level, the incumbent will have overall responsibility in the coordination of planning, management, adaptation and implementation of strategies and work plans for the particular incident, including deciding on the ordering and the release of resources. The incumbent will manage the operational and technical components with WHO headquarters, establish clear lines of communications, ensure proper documentation of the incident, including the provision of situation reports and action plans.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
Within the delegated authority and under the supervision the Incident Manager and working closely with counterparts at the respective Regional Office and WHO HQ, other partners, the Deputy Incident Manager will:
- Coordinate WHO’s incident management system, assess and reassess the emergency situation, determine strategies, set objectives appropriate to the level of the required response; prioritizing filling health service delivery gaps, develop an operational planning cycle to reach health sector performance standards and approve the applicable plans –ensuring fulfilment of WHO’s critical functions;
- Ensure the implementation of the IMS, ensuring synergies and smooth functioning between the operational and technical components, oversee the monitoring and evaluation of the operations, take corrective actions as necessary.
- Provide guidance to the respective state’s capacities with respect to emergency preparedness, response and recovery; ensure the participation of the country office in the joint risk assessment process of any suspected or actual emergency event.
- Build external relations, represent WHO and its positions in negotiations in relevant inter-agency and international fora involved with the incident management system at the country level.
Qualification:
- An advanced university degree in health-related field, management, emergency, humanitarian, disaster management or related field from an accredited/recognized institute.
Experience:
- At least 7 years of related experience in emergency management and operations, with proven experience in emergency response. Substantial experience at both national and international levels in leadership positions, capacity-building and their implementation. Experience in developing and promoting collaborative partnerships and/or experience in developing countries. Substantial experience in efficient human and financial resource management.
Other Details
- Contractual Arrangement: Temporary appointment under Staff Rule 420.4
- Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 12 Months
- Grade: P4
- Salary: negotiable
- Application Process: Online
How to Apply WHO Deputy Incident Manager Jobs 2022
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The Closing Date: 25 October 2022
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
| Particulars | Details Link |
| Job Advertisement | Download |
| Official Website | www.who.int |
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