WHO Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting Ebola Response UN Volunteer Specialist

Job Posting Organization:
The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health. Established on April 7, 1948, WHO's mission is to promote health, keep the world safe, and serve vulnerable populations. The organization operates in over 150 countries and has a workforce of more than 7,000 employees. WHO plays a critical role in coordinating responses to health emergencies, including outbreaks of diseases like Ebola, and works closely with governments and partners to strengthen health systems globally.

Job Overview:
The position of UN Volunteer Specialist for Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting in the Ebola response is crucial for the WHO's efforts in managing the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and neighboring regions. The role involves establishing a robust monitoring and evaluation framework to ensure that donor-funded activities are systematically tracked and reported. The incumbent will work closely with various stakeholders, including technical leads and country offices, to ensure that all activities align with approved proposals, budgets, and timelines. This position is vital for enhancing accountability, supporting operational decision-making, and ensuring that the results of the Ebola response are documented and communicated effectively to donors and stakeholders. The UN Volunteer will also play a key role in identifying risks and challenges in the implementation of the response and will be responsible for producing regular performance reports that highlight achievements and areas needing attention.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The UN Volunteer will be responsible for a comprehensive set of duties, including but not limited to: establishing and maintaining a consolidated monitoring system for Ebola grants, developing a grant reporting calendar, collating donor proposals and translating them into practical monitoring tools, monitoring progress against outputs and outcomes, producing performance dashboards, coordinating inputs for donor reports, tracking budgets and workplans, drafting and quality-assuring technical reports, supporting resource mobilization efforts, and ensuring that all reporting reflects the relationship between resources and public health outcomes. The role also involves facilitating grant-performance reviews, supporting the monitoring of major operational components of the Ebola response, and ensuring that equity dimensions are incorporated into monitoring and reporting. The UN Volunteer will perform other related duties as required by the supervisor as the Ebola response and grant portfolio evolve.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires a first university degree in business administration, information management, public health, epidemiology, economics, international development, or life sciences from a recognized university. Additionally, candidates should have certified training in project or programme management or at least three years of strategy and management consulting experience. Essential qualifications include at least seven years of progressively responsible experience in fund management, grant management, financial administration, budgeting, or resource management, as well as demonstrated experience in monitoring financial performance and managing funding mechanisms. Experience working with international organizations, UN agencies, or multilateral institutions is also essential, while experience in emergency preparedness or public health programmes is desirable.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a first university degree in relevant fields such as business administration, public health, or international development. Desirable qualifications include certified training in project management or significant experience in strategy and management consulting, which would enhance the candidate's ability to perform effectively in this role.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in areas such as fund management, grant management, and financial administration. Candidates should have a proven track record of managing funding mechanisms and monitoring financial performance, particularly in the context of international organizations or public health initiatives. Experience in emergency response or preparedness is considered an asset, as it aligns with the nature of the work involved in the Ebola response.

Languages:
Essential language skills include expert knowledge of English and a working knowledge of French, or vice versa. Strong professional writing ability in English is particularly important due to the donor-reporting responsibilities associated with the position. The ability to communicate effectively in both languages will facilitate collaboration with diverse stakeholders and enhance the quality of reporting and documentation.

Additional Notes:
This position is a UN Volunteer role, which typically involves a commitment to support the WHO's Ebola response efforts. The role may require flexibility in working hours and the ability to adapt to changing operational needs. The position is full-time and may involve travel to various locations as part of the response efforts. Compensation and benefits will be in accordance with UN Volunteer guidelines, and the role may involve working closely with international teams and stakeholders.