Programme Support UN Volunteer

Job Posting Organization:
The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health. Established in 1948, WHO's mission is to promote health, keep the world safe, and serve the vulnerable. With a workforce of over 7,000 employees, WHO operates in 194 Member States across six regions and has more than 150 offices worldwide. The organization is dedicated to achieving better health for everyone, everywhere, and has been guided by the principle that all people should enjoy the highest standard of health, regardless of their circumstances. WHO's current goals include ensuring universal health coverage, protecting populations from health emergencies, and improving health and well-being for a billion more people.

Job Overview:
The Programme Support UN Volunteer will play a crucial role in supporting health emergency and surveillance technical activities in Lebanon, a country currently facing significant healthcare challenges due to multiple crises. The volunteer will assist in developing tools to enhance emergency response and disease surveillance at various levels, including national, subnational, and community levels. This position requires collaboration with other team members to conduct real-time analysis of outbreak intelligence data, which is essential for epidemic forecasting and detection. The volunteer will also contribute to the preparation of reports and communications necessary for strategic decision-making, as well as support the implementation of Pandemic Fund activities. The role emphasizes the importance of documenting success stories and lessons learned in the context of WHO's work in health emergencies, ensuring effective communication within the team, and providing administrative support to the WHO Lebanon emergency team.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Programme Support UN Volunteer include: 1) Assisting in coordinating and supporting health emergency and surveillance technical activities; 2) Developing tools to strengthen emergency response and disease surveillance; 3) Strengthening the capacities of surveillance teams for effective monitoring of epidemic-prone diseases; 4) Conducting real-time analysis of outbreak intelligence data; 5) Preparing progress reports, briefings, proposals, and communications for strategic decision-making; 6) Facilitating the implementation of Pandemic Fund activities; 7) Documenting success stories and lessons learned; 8) Supporting communication between the WHE team and other units; 9) Providing administrative and programmatic support to the WHO Lebanon emergency team; 10) Undertaking any other related tasks assigned by supervisors.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates for the Programme Support UN Volunteer position should possess strong organizational and communication skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. They should demonstrate adaptability and flexibility in a challenging work context, particularly in a country facing significant health crises. Creativity and problem-solving skills are essential for developing effective tools and strategies for health emergency response. Additionally, candidates should have a strong commitment to accountability and professionalism in their work.

Educational Background:
A relevant educational background is required for this position, ideally in public health, health administration, or a related field. Candidates should have a solid understanding of health systems and emergency response mechanisms, as well as knowledge of disease surveillance and outbreak management.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have prior experience in health-related fields, particularly in emergency response or disease surveillance. Experience working in challenging environments, such as conflict-affected areas or countries with fragile health systems, is highly desirable. Candidates should also have experience in data analysis and report writing, as these skills are critical for the role.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, as all communications and documentation will be conducted in English. Knowledge of Arabic is highly desirable, given the local context and the need to communicate effectively with local stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
This is a national UN Volunteer assignment, meaning that the volunteer will be responsible for arranging their own housing and living essentials. The position is based in the UN Resident Coordinator’s Office in Beirut, Lebanon. National UN Volunteers are part of a malicious insurance plan and are expected to be culturally sensitive and adapt to the local culture and traditions. The benefits package includes a monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) of USD 1,606.56, annual and learning leaves, medical and life insurance, and free access to various learning platforms. For more information on UN Volunteer benefits and entitlements, candidates are encouraged to visit the UNV website.