Technical Officer (PRSEAH) - ( 2408200 )
Primary Location
: Egypt-Cairo
OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME
WHO has zero tolerance for sexual misconduct (SM), inaction against it and retaliation against those who raise a complaint or bear witness. WHO's use of the umbrella term sexual misconduct includes sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment (SEAH) and violence. Sexual misconduct encompasses all of these prohibited behaviors of a sexual nature perpetrated by our personnel or our implementing partners, and which harm the populations we serve and the colleagues we serve alongside. WHO's vision, approach and work on prevention and response to sexual misconduct are framed by the WHO Policy on Preventing and Addressing Sexual Misconduct (PASM) and the WHO's three-year strategy 2023-2025, as well as WHO's staff rules and regulations, and our Code of Ethics. To achieve zero tolerance, WHO has designated an overall coordinating department within the Office of the Director-General - the Department for the Prevention of and Response to Sexual Misconduct (PRS) -, a senior PRS coordinator in each of the regional offices, full-time PRS/ staff in our six priority countries in EMRO and provided funding for PRS role in Egypt and other countries in the region.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
A. Support to HWCO for PRS
Support the Head of Country Offices (HWCO) and programme and emergency leaders on matters and activities related to PRS, keeping them updated on PRS requirements and sourcing support from the regional or global levels as needed. Coordinate with the Regional Office to implement the Regional Plan on PRS, within the border framework of WHO's PRS work and PRS Accountability Framework. Act as the focal point for assessment of Sexual Misconduct (SM) risk in the country, and work with relevant colleagues to complete the Sexual Misconduct Risk Assessment, update it and develop and monitor risk mitigation plans. Support programme and response leaders implement the 10 core in-county PRS activities Support the HWCO or their delegate to complete the SEAH compliance list Ensure all personnel, staff and non-staff, standing and surge capacity, are screened including the UN Clear Check database Report regularly to the WR and provide written reports to the Regional Coordinator on progress, risks, challenges and trends Conduct PSEA capacity assessments of Implementing partners, monitor and review.
B. Coordination with the UNCT/HCT
Act as the working-level officer in-country for SEAH in the UNCT/HCT and ensuring communication and coordination between them and WHO Ensure WHO fulfils the interagency requirements for PSEAH and contribute to joint work such as community engagement, community-based complaints mechanisms, support for joint missions, etc, and bring to the attention of the HWCO any gaps, risks, trends.
C. Provide technical guidance and support to address SM
Provide technical guidance concerning appropriate prevention, risk mitigation and response strategies and to advance a victim/survivor centered approach Work with programme and administrative colleagues in WHO, and in collaboration with the UNCT/HCT to update victim and survivor services in-country and highlight gaps Be available to guide or support SM complaints, concerns and allegations from victims and survivors, bystanders or witnesses in a safe and confidential manner to be shared only with WHO's investigation services, and ensure all victims and survivors are referred to the services they need Provide victim and survivor support when requested to do so by a mandated official (IOS, PRS global or regional, or Staff Health & well-being).
D. Provide awareness raising and training support
Facilitate briefing and training on PRS for the WHO workforce and implementing partners. Facilitate information sharing and disseminate communication material and ensure partners and communities are aware of SEA and how to report.
E. Learning and development
Collaborate with the regional and global PRS team to support documentation, progress monitoring, after-action reviews, case studies and other learning activities.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Essential: A university degree in social sciences, gender, law, human rights, international development, international relations, public health or other development-related fields
Desirable: Specialized training in PSEA, gender, human rights, gender, or gender-based violence.
Experience
Essential:
At least 2 years' work experience in prevention and response to sexual misconduct or related field Work experience with children and/or adults who have witnessed or experienced sexual exploitation, abuse or harassment
Desirable:
Work experience in WHO or another international organization Experience in the delivery of programs in complex humanitarian or development contexts Experience in the provision of safeguarding strategic guidance and technical advice in a complex, large organization Experience in IP assessments and capacity strengthening implementation plans Experience managing health interventions in complex humanitarian or development contexts Experience conducting awareness raising and training on sensitive issues such as sexual exploitation and abuse, and/or gender-based violence.
Information and technology (IT) and other skills
Very good knowledge of Microsoft applications Knowledge of ERP/Oracle applications is an asset
Skills
Integrity, objectivity, and professional competence Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills Effective time-management skills Strong capacity to embrace cultural diversity and sensitivity to gender issues Ability to maintain confidentiality and ensure constant data protection Ability to work in a stressful environment Ability to maintain focus in crisis situations Ability to maintain excellent interpersonal working relations (collaboration, tact, patience) Ability to facilitate multidisciplinary and multinational staff.
WHO Competencies
Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Promoting innovation and organizational learning Producing results
Use of Language Skills
Essential:
Expert knowledge of English Expert knowledge of Arabic
REMUNERATION
Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 39,228 (to be paid in local currency and 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 and/or an asynchronous video assessment 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: . Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.
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