Technical Officer (Governing Bodies/External Relations)
Organizational Context
The External Relations, Partnerships and Governing Bodies (EPG) Unit aims to mobilize political will and resources by building and maintaining strategic alliances. It positions regional health priorities within the international agenda, coordinates the Regional Committee, and enhances delegate contributions to WHO's Governing Bodies. The Unit also builds capacity for productive partnerships with various stakeholders to support regional and national health initiatives.
Job Purpose
The purpose of this role is to support the preparation and organization of WHO Governing Bodies meetings for the African Region. This includes preparing, quality assuring, and disseminating governance documentation, and facilitating the participation of non-State actors. The role also involves promoting alignment with global Governing Bodies, managing partnerships, supporting donor engagement and resource mobilization, and ensuring timely donor reporting. The incumbent will contribute to advancing WHO/AFRO's strategic priorities through effective external relations and partnership management.
Responsibilities
Support the preparation and organization of WHO Governing Bodies meetings for the African Region. Prepare, quality assure, and disseminate governance documentation, ensuring completeness from drafting to distribution. Facilitate the participation, engagement, and accreditation of non-State actors. Promote, monitor, and report on the alignment of the Regional Committee's work with WHO's global Governing Bodies and ensure effective follow-up of meeting outcomes. Maintain and expand strategic partnerships by managing a consolidated partners platform and database, and implementing engagement strategies. Support engagement with partners and donors to advance WHO/AFRO's strategic priorities, including drafting briefing notes and contributing to negotiations. Monitor timely submission of donor reports for the Region. Perform other related responsibilities as assigned.
Work Experience
Essential: Minimum of two years of experience in resource mobilization and partnerships, coordinating and managing high-level meetings in international settings, and working with diplomatic representatives. Experience with complex partnerships and governance committees is also essential. Desirable: No specific desirable experience is listed.
Skills
Ability to organize large meetings, including preparing supporting documents and follow-up reports. Skill in forging and maintaining productive international working relationships and partnerships. Knowledge of international global health and development issues. Thorough understanding of protocol for communications with Governing Body members and official meeting participants. Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural environment. Excellent organizational skills, multitasking ability, and attention to detail. Excellent writing and communication skills.