| The World Health Organization |
| | Industry: |
| | Non Government Organisation |
| | Location: |
| | Port Vila, Vanuatu |
| | Job Hours: |
| | Not Stated |
| | Due Date: |
| | 31-May-12 |
| | Job Description: |
| | *SEE JOB SOURCE FOR MORE DETAILS* |
| | By her (his) role and functions in the WHO country liaison office and team in Vanuatu, the incumbent will contribute to the overall goal of WHO’s support to health and development in Vanuatu. |
| | “To ensure a functional health prevention and care system having the capacity to deliver responsive quality services that are accessible, affordable and equitable for all populations of Vanuatu”. |
| | An initial contract of one year, starting on the 1st July 2012, and including a probationary period of three months, will be offered for the post. This contract should be expended to a series of long term contract of two years, based on satisfactory performance. Selected candidates should provide a medical clearance by an UN physician and endorsed by |
| | WHO regional medical service. |
| | A detailed job description and the “United Nation Personal History Form (UN PH P11) are available at WHO CLO office secretariat. A comprehensive application dossier includes the following mandatory documents: 1) an application letter; 2) a detailed CV and 3) the fully filled UN PH P11. |
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| | Under the supervision of the WHO country liaison officer (WHO CLO) in Vanuatu, with the support of WHO office for the south pacific (Suva, Fiji) and WHO regional office (Manila, Philippines) the Administrative Assistant will be responsible to: |
| | Manage adequately administrative, financial and secretarial activities for the well functioning of the WHO country liaison office to support the Ministry Of Health of the Republic of Vanuatu and, eventually its health partners. |
| | Interested applicant must possess the following: |
| | Criteria: |
| | - Bislama as mother tongue, excellent knowledge of written and spoken english, working knowledge in french is an additional advantage; Completion of secondary school education with formal |
| | training in general administrative work, including accounting theories and principles; Formal or self-training in the use of standard office software and/or training in oracle-based or other ERP |
| | - Thorough knowledge of office procedures, including accounting principles and the ability to acquire quickly knowledge of WHO procedures, rules and regulations; Excellent organizational, |
| | communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to act with tact, diplomacy, discretion and respect for confidentiality |
| | - Good typing and ability to take dictation at required speed; Ability to work harmoniously as a member of a team is essential; Adaptability to diverse educational and cultural backgrounds and |
| | maintain a high standard of personal conduct |
| | - At least six years experience including in finance/accounting activities and general administration, preferably in WHO or in another international organization. |
| | Salary: |
| | Not Stated |
| | Language: |
| | Not Stated |
| | _________________________________________________________________ |
| | How To Apply: |
| | This dossier should be addressed under closed envelop before the deadline mentioned to “WHO CLO Vanuatu (Admin Assistant recruitment)” and the address below. |
| | Contact Name: |
| | Dr Bernard FABRE - TESTE, WHO Country Liaison Officer in Vanuatu |
| | Phone: |
| | (+678) 27683 |
| | Email: |
| | fabretesteb@wpro.who.int |
| | Address: |
| | “Iatika Complex” – Ministry of Health, PO Box 177, Port Vila, Vanuatu. |
| | Website: |
| _________________________________________________________________ |
| Source: |
| | 19-May-12 | The Independent |
