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Objectives of the Programme

• The World Health Organization sets norms and standards, develops global guidelines, and provides national and regional technical and policy support on responding to gender-based violence (GBV) and Prevention and Response of Sexual Exploitation Abuse and Harassment (PRSEAH) in the context of humanitarian health emergency,within WCO and in all other in-country operations.

Description of Duties

• Provide timely and sustainable technical support on GBV in emergencies in country, ensuring close linkages with ongoing GBV and other related WHO work, with focus to the North East.
• Facilitate program activities related to building capacity on GBV of WHO health officers and partners in emergencies through active dissemination of existing inter agency and WHO guidelines and other online learning tools and through organizing and ensuring delivery/delivering trainings
• Support to programme planning processes to ensure the reflection of GBV related activities in the plans Provide technical support for implementation and monitoring of health sector response to GBV interventions to ensure quality Support for webinars and workshops for health response to GBV.
• Support roll outs of WHO GBV health sector response guidelines including RESPECT prevention framework in Nigeria through collaboration with partners e.g. UNWOMEN, UNFPA, UNICEF, etc.
• Participate in inter-agency initiatives and inter-cluster coordination.
• Provide input and contribute to the updating of existing guidelines and development of new GBV training materials.Manage and coordinate research and documentation of what works/best practices in health sector response to GBV and prevention, through development of protocols, facilitating ethical approvals,establishing research teams, supporting data collection, analysis and preparation of high-quality research manuscripts for publication.
• Demonstrate understanding of critical issues around GBV data and knowledge of safe and ethical data collection and analysis, and conducting assessments.
• Demonstrated knowledge of engagement with GBV Inter-agency humanitarian architecture
• Oversee and strengthen implementation of PRSEAH interventions in WCO and WHO in-country operations through: Mainstreaming PRSEAH in WHO Programs and operations including in human resource management and WHO emergency operations to mitigate potential risks through implementation of safe-guarding measures during recruitment, training of personnel including volunteers, dissemination of PRSEAH information package to all personnel and implementing partners, etc.;
• Mitigate PRSEAH risks within WHO Programming through dissemination of PRSEAH information package to all personnel, partners and contractors; Implement PRSEAH trainings including training of volunteers and Government counterparts;
• Contribute to the Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) collective efforts for scaling up in-country PSEAH Program through: Contribution to and supporting the implementation of PRSEAH Network TORs and Action Plan with a focus on joint risk assessments; inter-agency community-based complaint mechanisms (CBCM), development and implementation of victims' assistance referral pathways, community awareness and community engagement on PRSEAH matters, joint training, PRSEAH operational reviews and lessons learning, etc.;
• Support PRSEAH mainstreaming among implementing partners, including national and state Governments, NGOs and INGOs through; Support the WHO leadership to systematically roll out the “UN Protocol on Allegations of SEAH” involving implementing partners and accompanying partner assessment, and support as needed.
• Produce quarterly reports on activities and other activities as required. Perform any other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications
Education:

Essential:

• Advanced level University Degree in Public Health or related Social Science disciplines (including but not exclusive to Gender Studies, Humanitarian Affairs, Human Rights, Social Work, Development Studies or Organizational Development).
• Specialized training on sexual exploitation and abuse and/or gender-based violence.

Desirable:

• Training in public health, epidemiology or social sciences.

Experience:
Essential:

• At least 5 years' work experience in GBV and PRSEAH some of which in emergencies

Desirable:

• Experience working in public health is desirable. Experience in international, intergovernmental organizations, government or national public including the UN System in the areas of humanitarian interventions.
• Experience in developing and facilitating training and capacity-building activities is an advantage. Familiarity with data protection and confidentiality measures.

Skills:

• Strong technical knowledge and skills on GBV and PRSEAH, a good understanding of GBV and PRSEAH equality and survivor-centred perspectives anda good understanding of the humanitarian organizational structure.
• Demonstrated capacity to work in challenging circumstances, administer projects and build partnerships involving technical and political elements.
• Demonstrated ability to work in multicultural settings and excellent inter-personal skills.

WHO Competencies

• Teamwork
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
• Communication
• Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
• Ensuring the effective use of resources

Use of Language Skills:

• Essential: Expert knowledge of English.

Remuneration
Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at NGN 22,134,904 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.

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Objectives of the Programme

• The unit will provide the services of information and communication technology to WHO Country Office

Description of Duties
Installation, Administration and Maintenance:

• Coordinate the installation and maintenance of all ICT hardware and software; according to AFRO ICT standard.
• Ensure uninterrupted and effective ICT services to the office.
• Install and support LAN/WAN and data communications systems as per AFRO ICT Standard (Windows Operating System XP/2000/2003, TCP/IP, Ethernet, VPN, PIX, Firewall, Proxy server, Microsoft Exchange server 2003, VSAT, VolP, SNMP. DNS, DHCP
• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair ICT equipment.
• Perform daily server backup of data files
• Set up and maintain disaster recovery procedures
• Set up and maintain security of the ICT infrastructure (hacker and virus protection, protection against power failure, fire protection, etc.
• Maintain inventory of ICT equipment and software
• Administer software and updates
• Liaise with other UN agencies and external partners on ICT matters.

Reporting:

• Make a quarterly report on informatics equipment inventory
• Provide technical documentation concerning all ICT related activities and update it
• Make a monthly activity report (User and Administrative Support)
• Provide in-house training/assistance to staff on usage of informatics equipment (computers accessories) programs (software)
• Assist in the design and implementation of database applications and other computer programmes
• Coordinate the activities of external consultants
• Act as ICT/AFRO focal point at WHO Country Office level; Perform other duties as required.

Required Qualifications
Education:

• Essential: University Degree in Information Technology or Communications Engineering or Computer Technology
• Desirable: Master's Degree in any of the above and/or specialized ICT certification

Experience:

• Essential: At least 5 years experience in telecommunications and information technology related matters.
• Relevant Experience at national and international level. Good knowledge of GSM System or similar ERP Systems
• Experience with staff training in the use ofmanagement information systems
• Desirable: Prior relevant working experience with WHO/UN or with an international non governmental organization
• Experience in the integrating of Voice and Data Communications field: LAN design, maintenance and trouble shooting roster configuration, IP address schemes, internet/tunneling

Skills:

• Very good knowledge of LAN and TCP/IP networking, Windows 2000 and XP Professional Windows 2000/2003 Server, Microsoft Active Directory
• Good knowledge of E-mail system's administration (Exchange Server 2003 and Outlook2000/2003
• Good knowledge of computer security including firewall and Virus protection;
• Good knowledge of Data backup and Disaster Recovery procedures (Veritas Backup Execis the software used)
• Good knowledge of Database programming with visual Basic
• Goodknowledge of the Administration of telecommunication systems including PBX
• Ability to analyze and troubleshoot problems
• Ability to write technical documents

Use of Language Skills:

• Essential: Expert knowledge of English.

WHO Competencies:

• Teamwork
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
• Communication
• Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
• Producing results.

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 62,692 (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 2649 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.

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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

Country Management Support Units (CSUs) have been established in the organisationalstructure to provide support for Managers and staff to fully assume theirresponsibilities in the GSM environment and to ensurecompliance with organizational policies, procedures, rules and regulations onall administrative and financial matters and transactions in the context of anEnterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system

Description Of Duties

Under the general supervision of the Logistics, Procurement & Travel officer and general guidance of the Operations Officer, the incumbent performs thefollowing functions:Maintain an up to date record of all WHO fixed assets and attractiveitems. Supervise physical verification of fixed assets and generate collated quarterly reports from zonal logistics assistants. Maintain custody of fixedassets barcodes and accept assets in GSM while barcoding. Generate annual fixed assets movement cards based on the WHO e-manualXIII.Provide guidance on handling of non-functional equipment and assist with arrangements for proper disposalConduct logistics function at the country office pertaining to office and official residences maintenance and management. Following up with relevant Government counterpart for transactions relating to the premises.Support verification of radio and satellite communication equipment fortracking and billing in close consultation with radio room and radio technicians. Liaise regularly with zonal and state offices to monitor operations activities and report on vehicle, staff movement, facilities maintenance andsecurity related matters from zones. Regularly assess logistics needs for zonal and state offices andsummarize recommendations for implementation.Prepare a monthly report to the Operations Officer on Logistic activities across the country including fixed assets, facilities maintenance and movement of stocks, office consumables and office equipment. Prepare monthly inventory report with indicative analysis giving recommendations on need for replacement and/or purchase of additional equipmentProvide logistics support for upcoming logistics requirements as may berequired.Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

Required Qualifications
Education
Essential: Completion of secondary education or equivalent technical training in accounting, engineering and asset management

Desirable: University degree inEngineering or Management studies

Experience

Essential: At least ten (10) years working experience in operations and logistics with a complex and diverse work environment,preferably an international organization

Desirable: At least 5 years'experience in inventory and ware house management

Skills
Ability to plan,organize, coordinate and implement inputs from several sources; to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; to conceptualize and carry out tasks with little supervision; Very good understanding of operations and logistics in a complex work environment. Excellent knowledge offixed asset management and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of different national and cultural backgrounds

WHO Competencies

• Teamwork
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
• Communication
• Producing results
• Ensuring the effective use of resources
• Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English.

Desirable

REMUNERATION

WHO offers staff in the General Services category an attractive remuneration package, which for the above position includes an annual net base salary starting at NGN 12,007,619 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.
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 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: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.
• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.
• For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.
• WHO is committed to workforce diversity.
• 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 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.
• WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
• This post is subject to local recruitment and will be filled by persons recruited in the local commuting area of the duty station.

Grade
G7
Contractual Arrangement
Fixed-term appointment
Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days)
two years