Head, Strategic Information to Close Inequalities

Geneva

Organization: UNAIDS - The Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS
Location: Geneva
Grade: Senior Executive level - D-1, Director - Internationally recruited position
Occupational Groups:
- Poverty Reduction
- Communication and Public Information
- Managerial positions
Closing Date: Closed

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Vacancy No.: UNAIDS/23/FT57

Title: Head, Strategic Information to Close Inequalities

Grade: D1

Contract type: Fixed-term Appointment

Duration of contract: 2 years

Date: 22 May 2023

Application Deadline: 10 June 2023
(18 day(s) until closing deadline)
Currently accepting applications

Organization unit: AI UNAIDS Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (AI) /
AI/PRO Programme (AI/PRO)
Practice: Data for Impact Department (DFI), Strategic Information to Close Inequalities Team (SSI)

Duty station: Geneva Switzerland

About UNAIDS:
Serving Communities and Countries to End Inequalities and AIDS
We, the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS, lead the global effort to end AIDS as a public health threat by 2030. By placing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to reduction of inequalities at the heart of our work, we lead the global response to AIDS by: (i) maximizing equitable and equal access to HIV services, (ii) breaking down barriers to achieving HIV outcomes, and (iii) integrating efficient HIV responses into wider health and protection systems.
We are committed to creating an equal, safe and empowering workplace culture where all people in all their diversity thrive. We live our values of Commitment to the AIDS Response, Integrity and Respect for Diversity.

MANDATE OF THE DEPARTMENT:
UNAIDS is mandated by the UN General Assembly to collect data from countries and report progress toward global AIDS response targets.
The Data for Impact Practice leads this AIDS response tracking and reporting, tracks progress and responses towards established targets, identifies inequalities and gaps in the AIDS response, and works to enhance countries' strategic information capacities on the HIV epidemic and response with regards to epidemiology and demographic impact, prevention, treatment and care, societal enablers including laws and policies, and resources (resources
with the Equitable Financing Practice).

Main tasks and Responsibilities of the Position:
Reporting to the Director, Data for Impact, the Head of Strategic Information to Close Inequalities takes a lead role in estimating and measuring inequalities in the HIV epidemic and response.

He/she has the following key responsibilities:
Support the Director, DFI in the management and coordination of the workstream related to epidemiology and identifying inequalities, including but not limited to managing the budget; advising, guiding, and motivating team members; raising additional resources; recommending innovative strategies and resolving issues toward achieving the mandate of the department and practice.

Promote and support strategic analyses of the AIDS epidemic and the response, building on state-of-the-art scientific and technological developments, including a granular understanding of the HIV epidemic at fine geographic, age, and population levels. Improve the use and dissemination of data, through collaboration at country, regional and global levels including with global partners and co-sponsors.

Identify and set standards and promote the implementation of sound and innovative surveillance and monitoring policies and strategies toward the development and implementation of harmonized surveillance and monitoring systems, grounded in country realities ensuring coherent approaches across UN agencies.

Take a lead role in the production and dissemination of up-to-date and evidence-based data, epidemiological estimates, and analysis of the epidemic and its impact, together with innovative approaches to data systems management and knowledge sharing.

Establish, encourage, and strengthen productive relationships between UNAIDS and representatives from cosponsors, governments, regional, national, and governmental institutions, foundations, and other partners, and as delegated, donors and donor agencies, to promote collaborative synergies; and to represent DFI at technical meetings and international conferences.

Perform other related duties as assigned, including replacing and backstopping others.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:
Essential: Advanced university degree at Master´s level or equivalent in Public Health, Epidemiology, (Bio)statistics, Demographic Studies, or another field related to the responsibilities. A first relevant university degree combined with 17 years of relevant working experience will be considered as equivalent for internal candidates.

Desirable: Ph.D. or post-graduate degree in one of the above fields, complemented by a degree or studies in business/public administration or management.

Competencies:
UNAIDS Values:
Commitment to the AIDS response
Integrity
Respect for diversity

Core competencies:
Working in Teams
Communication with Impact
Applying Expertise
Delivering Results
Driving Change and Innovation
Being Accountable

Managerial competencies:
Vision and strategic thinking
Leading Teams
Building Relationships and Networks
Developing and Empowering Others
Managing Performance and Resources
Vision and Strategic Thinking
Exercising Sound Judgement

Experience:
Essential: At least 15 years of experience in international public health with a focus on public health and AIDS programmes, including at least five years in technical assistance towards developing and strengthening country-level systems based on quantitative and qualitative evaluation and research methods. Experience in the management of multi-disciplinary teams.

Desirable: Demonstrated knowledge and sound understanding of the United Nations Joint Programming on HIV. Experience with the UN System and major international actors and partners in the field of HIV.

Languages:
Essential: Proficiency in English.

Desirable: Knowledge of additional UN official languages.

Additional Information:
Positions at the international professional category within UNAIDS will be subject to the Organization's Mobility Policy. The above-mentioned position is a rotational position and its standard duration of assignment is linked to the ICSC hardship classification of the duty station.

Other similar positions at the same level may be filled from this vacancy notice.

Annual salary: (Net of tax)
USD 106,023 at single rate

Post Adjustment: 81 % of the figure(s) on the left side. This percentage is to be considered as indicative since variations may occur each month either upwards or downwards due to currency exchange rate fluctuations or inflation.

Applicants will be required to take a test. Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

Applications from people living with HIV are particularly welcome. Applications from women and from nationals of non- and under-represented member states are particularly encouraged.

Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to the Staff Regulations and Rules of the World Health Organization (WHO) adjusted, as necessary, to take into account the particular operational needs of UNAIDS, and any subsequent amendments.

Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

Note: The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer or promotion of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity. The medical criterion for recruitment is fitness to work in the particular post. The United Nations HIV/AIDS Personnel Policy clearly stipulates that no staff and/or potential candidates shall be discriminated against on the basis of real or perceived HIV status. HIV infection, in itself, does not constitute lack of fitness to work. There is no obligation to disclose HIV-related personal information.

UNAIDS is committed to providing a work environment that respects the inherent dignity of all persons. UNAIDS has a responsibility to take all appropriate steps to prevent and respond to discrimination, abuse of authority, and harassment, including sexual harassment in the workplace or in connection with work. UNAIDS has zero tolerance towards abusive conduct.

Please visit UNAIDS's e-Recruitment website at: to review and apply to positions. The system provides instructions for online application procedures.

All applicants are encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement.

Currently accepting applications