Job Title
Programme Assistant (Essential Medicines).
To work for
WHO | World Health Organization
Field of Work
Administrative
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor/ License Degree
Responsibilities
The position is placed under Pharmacist Unit and will be responsible for supporting the Unit’s - administrative work, including coordinating, monitoring and administering the activities under a specific project, and conduct filed visits in the context of a Grade 3 emergency country.
1.Provide comprehensive support as assigned. Draft and review reports, prepare administrative correspondence, and create basic administrative documents; ensure proper documentation, receipt, filing, and follow-up of incoming correspondence related to the project.
2.Monitor indicators for planned activities within the project.
3.Facilitate coordination with assigned focal points from UN agencies and the Ministry of Health (MOH), in close consultation with the supervisor.
4.Take notes and prepare minutes for meetings.
5.Respond promptly to telephone inquiries, assessing the urgency of technical issues and directing them to the supervisor as necessary.
6.Provide translation services for work-related meetings as needed.
7.Lead all administrative processes related to this project.
8.Ensure timely follow-up on incoming requests from the supervisor.
9.Conduct field missions to health facilities supported under this project as requested by the supervisor.
10.Perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications
Excellent communication skills,
Educational background
•University degree in business administration, or any relevant field
Professional experience and knowledge
•Minimum 3 years of administrative work experience
•Excellent planning and coordination skills
•Relevant experience in the UN system.
•Excellent Knowledge of the Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PPT, Outlook)
Language Skills
•Mother tongue / Arabic
•Second language / English
Competencies
•Producing result and Teamwork
•Communication
•Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
•Ability to work under pressure
Specific Vacancy Requirements
The vacancy will be closed on December 01st, 2024.
Salary and Benefits
The vacancy is classified on LICA4 equal to G4
The salary is as per UN salary scale
About us
WHO is the directing and coordinating authority for health within the United Nations system. It is responsible for providing leadership on global health matters, shaping the health research agenda, setting norms and standards, articulating evidence-based policy options, providing technical support to countries and monitoring and assessing health trends.
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