Program Management & Partnership Specialist

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

Program Management & Partnership Specialist

Join us and be the driving force behind strengthening program management and partnerships across PAHO.

The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), Regional Office for the Americas of the World Health Organization (WHO), is seeking an energetic, results-driven and service-oriented Program Management & Partnership Specialist to support strategic planning, resource coordination, and performance monitoring efforts that strengthen country-focused technical cooperation and organizational impact.

Under the direct supervision of the Head, CSC and the technical guidance of the Directors, Planning, Budget & Evaluation (PBE) and External Relations, Resource Mobilization and Partnerships (ERP), the selected candidate will:

• Provide technical support for the formulation, implementation, monitoring, and assessment of public health policies, strategies, plans, and programs aligned with organizational priorities.
• Support strategic and operational planning processes, including budgeting, resource coordination, and implementation of technical cooperation programs.
• Coordinate the implementation and monitoring of the Biennial Work Plan (BWP), ensuring effective reporting and achievement of expected results.
• Conduct analyses and prepare reports and documentation to support planning, monitoring, evaluation, and performance assessment activities.
• Support the design, negotiation, and implementation of technical cooperation projects, including resource management and evaluation processes.
• Contribute to the analysis of trends and issues related to country and subregional coordination, and prepare strategic reports and documents.
• Maintain effective partnerships with stakeholders to facilitate cooperation, resolve implementation issues, and ensure program results.

For a complete list of functions, please see the post description.

What is required for this position?

Education

Essential: A bachelor’s degree in a health or social science or in any other area related to the functions of the post from a recognized university.

Experience

Essential: Five years of combined national and international experience in the fields of planning, project management, monitoring and evaluation, including experience in strategy formulation and strategic resource allocation.

Languages

Fluency in Spanish or English with a 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, as well as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). Other IT skills and knowledge of software programs such as Microsoft Excel, Outlook, OneDrive, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, and Word are considered essential. Other relevant IT skills and knowledge of software programs such as, Power Bi and Visio would be an asset.

Competencies and Skills

For a complete list of competencies and skills, please refer to the post description.

The skills required are:

• Practical knowledge of results-based management concepts and tools and their applications.
• Knowledge of international technical cooperation and project management processes.
• Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to integrate technical and managerial inputs into decision-making processes.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex organizational environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and report-writing skills.

Duration of Contract

This is an initial 6-month assignment, with the possibility of extensions, subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

DISCLAIMER 

• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade and level. 

• All applicants are required to complete an on-line profile to be considered for this post. 

• Candidates will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration. 

• In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the official degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. PAHO, considers official 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 assessed through the link: http://whed.net/

                - Council for Higher Education Accreditation chea.org

                 - College Navigator, found on the website of the National Centre for Educational Statistics,

                  nces.gov to support the validation process. 

• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to PAHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and e-Manual.

PAHO/WHO is committed to: 

• PAHO supports an environment of mutual respect and dignity for all applicants. All interested individuals who meet the requirements of this position are encouraged to apply.

• Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. To do so, email us at: pahorecruitment@paho.org

• Maintaining high standards of integrity and accountability. People joining PAHO are required to maintain these standards both in their professional work and personal activities.

• Promoting a work environment that is free from harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and other types of abusive behavior. PAHO conducts background checks and will not hire anyone who has a substantiated history of misconduct.  

• Providing a smoke-free environment. 

• Protecting the people in the communities we serve.  Therefore, we have zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. People who commit serious wrongdoing will be terminated and may also face criminal prosecution.