Health Emergency Preparedness Manager

1 day ago


Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark World Health Organization Full time

Job Overview

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The World Health Organization (WHO) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to fill the position of Programme Area Manager for Country Health Emergency Preparedness & International Health Regulations. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing the programme area, ensuring coordination and oversight of work promoting an environment of professional inquisitiveness, anticipating new challenges, seeking solutions, and evaluating their effectiveness.

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Key Responsibilities

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  • Lead and manage the Country Health Emergency Preparedness & International Health Regulations Programme Area ensuring coordination and oversight of Programme's work.">
  • Manage regional work in the development, implementation, and oversight of relevant strategies, programmes of work, and annual work plans in country health emergency preparedness & International Health Regulations.">
  • Promote and strengthen partnerships with governmental health institutions at national or international levels, civil society, and other relevant partners.">
  • Provide coordination, motivation, guidance, management, and performance evaluation of staff in Health Emergency Preparedness & International Health Regulations' technical teams.">
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Requirements

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The ideal candidate must have:

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At least 10 years of international and national professional experience in planning, developing, and implementing health security, emergency, surveillance, disease control, and/or public health programmes.

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5 years of management experience in recognized leadership positions with direct responsibility for managing human and financial resources.

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Relevant experience with the inter-agency mechanisms used to coordinate international preparedness for and response to health emergencies.

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Experience working in governmental health institutions at national or international levels.

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Demonstrated leadership and managerial skills in international and multi-cultural settings.

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Excellent interpersonal skills with proven ability to communicate effectively with tact, diplomacy, and courtesy.

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Thorough knowledge of International Health Regulations (IHR), epidemiology of infectious diseases, and global health security threats.

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Benefits

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The World Health Organization offers a competitive remuneration package, including an annual base salary starting at USD 92,731, variable post adjustment, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and education grant for dependent children.

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How to Apply

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To apply, please submit your application through the official WHO website. Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.



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