Head of Office

Job Description

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The Centre’s objectives are to: (1) generate scientific information, monitor trends and analyze evidence for advocacy, programmes, policies and action on health, environment and climate change; (2) assist Member States in developing policies to protect and promote health and well-being by adapting global norms and standards, building capacity and providing technical assistance; and (3) engage with different sectors, relevant international agencies and donors, and stakeholders to accelerate policy and action on climate and health in the Western Pacific and beyond.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Ensure effective direction, management, and accountability of the Centre in delivering its objectives through managing and inspiring a diverse workforce and peer communities to optimize the Centre’s financial resources, deliverables and mandate.
Lead the Centre in developing evidence-based policies and strategies on existing and emerging climate and environmental determinants of health for dissemination and implementation in the Region.
Provide highest level technical advice and expertise in the area of environmental health and climate impacts on health in order to position the Centre and Organization as a leader to climate and environmental health.
Lead the establishment and development of the Climate Change evidence-based policies and strategies for roll out and delivery for Regional and Country Office implementation.
Ensure the management of the monitoring and evaluation as well as reporting of the Climate Change and Environmental Health initiatives in PICs, WPR and key performance indicators and global reporting requirements and mechanisms to optimize performance and enhance impact.
Serve as the scientific/technical reference among UN Agencies and other key players on Climate Change
Build new or strengthen existing partnerships with External Partners, Member States, UN Agencies, Donor, research institutions and other stakeholders to position Climate Change and Environmental health into National and/or Global policies.
Represent and serve as head of the Secretariat of the Asia Pacific Regional Forum of Health and Environment Ministers
Maintain organizational relationship with the UN Environment Programme and UN Conference on Climate Change.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: Master’s degree in, environmental health or Health and Climate Change or public health with specialization on environmental-related aspects.
Desirable: Advanced training in education, environmental health, climate and health, or any other related field.

Experience

Essential:

A minimum of 15 years of professional and technical experience in public health management with specific reference to health and environment.
Proven experience in providing relevant senior level advice and guidance to senior management and decision makers. Experience in managing human and financial resources in public health.
Experience in developing and establishing relevant policies and strategies
Demonstrated relevant experience at the international level.

Desirable:

Documented record of high-level policy, scientific, and communication products in the area of health and environment (e.g., corporate publications, scientific papers, policy briefs, etc.).
At least five years of management of a public health team with a track record of fundraising successes and its successful implementation.
Experience working within the government, WHO and/or other UN agencies in a senior position.

Skills

Strong skills in the area of developing and establishing evidence-based health and/or environment policies and strategies.
Excellent skills and ability in managing diverse teams and financial resources.
Strong understanding and skills in mobilizing resources.
Ability to engage, build consensus and communicate effectively and diplomatically with Member States, partners and media. Commitment to collaborate effectively with other key partners in the environmental health area.
Globally respected level of technical expertise and knowledge in the various environmental health risk factors and climate change and health.
Proven leadership skills in the planning and coordination of multidisciplinary public health programmes, which may include the implementation of a public health/disease control programmes.
Skillful in modern management methods (performance measurement, design and operation of modern management information systems, planning and evaluation, etc.) with a track record of management of teams.
A track record of strengthening programmes, and mobilizing resources from the bilateral and multilateral donors in the area of health, environment and climate change.
Proficient in mentoring teams and adept at adapting to diverse cultural and educational backgrounds.

Use of Language Skills