WHO Operations Support Specialist ($4.5k Salary plus $2k Monthly Post Adjustment) 2025.
The WHO Operations Support Specialist position for external candidates in 2025 offers a unique opportunity to play a critical role in advancing global health initiatives. This position focuses on providing operational support and strategic guidance to enhance the effectiveness of WHO’s programs and initiatives.
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As an Operations Support Specialist, you will collaborate with diverse teams to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and ensure the successful implementation of health projects. This role is ideal for individuals with a strong background in operations management and a passion for contributing to the mission of promoting health and well-being worldwide. Join us in making a meaningful impact on global health challenges.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Essential: A bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, a social science, or in any other field related to the functions of the post from a recognized university.
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. PAHO, considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in one of the following databases:
World Higher Education Database (WHED), 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: http://www.whed.net/
Council for Higher Education Accreditation http://www.chea.org/search/default.asp
College Navigator, found on the website of the National Centre for Educational Statistics, https://nces.ed.gov/ college navigator to support the validation process.
Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to PAHO/ who Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and e-Manual.
For information on PAHO please visit: http://www.paho.org who
Experience:
Essential: Five years of combined national and international experience in the field of health logistics operations and supply chain management in emergency, humanitarian or military response efforts, disaster management, logistics, or related field. WHO
Desirable: Experience or knowledge of customs laws, international commercial terms, regulatory processes, and dynamics of international commerce and freight. Experience working in UN organizations/agencies, international institutions or NGOs. Experience working in an emergency context, especially in Latin America and the Caribbean, would be an asset.
SKILLS:
PAHO Competencies:
· Overall attitude at work: Maintains integrity and takes a clear ethical approach and stance; demonstrates commitment to the Organization’s mandate and promotes the values of the Organization in daily work and behavior; is accountable for work carried out in line with own role and responsibilities; is respectful towards, and trusted by, colleagues and counterparts.
· Teamwork: Collaborate and cooperate with others. – Works collaboratively with team members and counterparts to achieve results; encourages cooperation and builds rapport; helps others when asked; accepts joint responsibility for the teams’ successes and shortcomings. Identifies conflicts in a timely manner and addresses them as necessary; understands issues from the perspective of others; does not interpret/ attribute conflicts to cultural, geographical or gender issues.
· Respecting and valuing individual differences: Treats everyone with dignity and respect, fostering positive relationships with everyone. Reflects on personal behavior to avoid stereotypes and considers situations from the perspective of others.
· Communication: Express oneself clearly when speaking/Write effectively/Listen/Shares knowledge – Quality and quantity of communication targeted at audience. Listens attentively and does not interrupt other speakers. Adapts communication style and written content to ensure they are appropriately and accurately understood by the audience (e.g., power-point presentations, communication strategies, implementation plans). Shares information openly with colleagues and transfers knowledge, as needed.
· Knowing and managing yourself: Manages stress/Invite feedback/Continuously learn – Remains productive even in an environment where information or direction is not available, and when facing challenges; recovers quickly from setbacks, where necessary. Manages stress positively; remains positive and productive even under pressure; does not transfer stress to others.
Seeks feedback to improve knowledge and performance; shows self- awareness when seeking and receiving feedback; uses feedback to improve own performance. Seeks informal and/or formal learning opportunities for personal and professional development; systematically learns new competencies and skills useful for job; takes advantage of learning opportunities to fill competencies and skill gaps.
Languages:
Very good knowledge of English or Spanish with working knowledge of the other language. Knowledge of French and/or Portuguese would be an asset.
IT Skills:
Demonstrated ability to effectively use current technology and software, spreadsheets and presentations, as well as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and management information systems. Other IT skills and knowledge of software programs such as Microsoft Excel, Outlook, OneDrive, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, and Word are considered essential. Who
WHO REMUNERATION
Monthly Salary: (Net of taxes)
$4,596.92 (Salary is non-negotiable)
Post Adjustment:
$2,565.08 This amount is to be considered as indicative since variations may occur each month either upwards or downwards due to currency exchange rate fluctuations or inflation.who
