Unitaid is a multilateral partnership hosted by the World Health Organization. Unitaid is focused on making a unique and impactful contribution to the global response against HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria in developing countries. It catalyses improvements for the larger response through forward-looking and time-limited investments that are designed to increase access to better, more effective and more affordable health products (i.e. preventatives, medicines and diagnostics).These investments typically target market-based interventions such as price reductions, improvements in quality and supply, and the introduction of innovative products more suitable for the populations in need.
Core responsibilities include:
1. Providing support to the Executive Management in delivering high quality, strategic and timely advice—in the areas of strategy, policy, partnerships and projects through effective collaboration with relevant internal and external stakeholders.
2. Provide support to the Executive Management in ensuring efficient functioning and follow-up.
3. Support strategic internal and external projects, such as staff engagement, strategy development/implementation and evaluation, partnership collaborations and initiatives.
4. Develop and maintain strong, mutually supportive working relationships, and collaboration with each of the units within the Unitaid Secretariat.
5. Perform other related duties as required or instructed by the supervisor.
Essential: First university degree in business, communications, social sciences, economics, health, international relations or related fields.
Desirable: Master`s level university degree in the above fields; Project management training.
Essential: At least 5 years' experience in project management, including 3 years' in the development of strategy and policy. Experience with public health or international development organizations.
Desirable: Experience working in the Private Sector. Experience in health projects in at least one of the three Unitaid niches (HIV/AIDS, TB, Malaria). Experience working in the consultancy sector. Experience in grant management.
Capacity to build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders in a complex partnership environment - Strong diplomatic skills - Flexibility and ability to work both independently and collaboratively - Excellent judgment and rigorous analytical skills - Excellent writing and communication skills - Experience and enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced and constantly changing environment - Willingness to work under bursts of high pressure - Ability to network and influence others.
Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Producing results
Promoting innovation and organizational learning
Essential: Expert knowledge of English.
Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of French.
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 62,120 (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 4519 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.