Deadline: 22 September, 2020

Location: Geneva, Switzerland

World Health Organisation (WHO) is seeking to fill the position of Technical Officer

The primary role of WHO is to direct and coordinate international health within the United Nations system.

Responsibilities

• Centralise capacity development products, tools, and training developed by WHE map learning and capacity development content
• Make suggestions for grouping of content into learning packs for different audiences
• Identify gaps, particularly in terms of audio-visual presentation of content, and adapt existing material to the requirements of the platform
• Develop and expand the platform and facilitate the production of platform content
• Work with platform service provider on customisation of platform to WHO requirements and support the production of content and packaging of learning materials
• Manage the recording and production of learning videos
• Assist technical teams with development of quizzes and other learning checks to be integrated into online learning packages
• Manage the certification of users who complete courses as needed and link up with WHE learning teams as needed
• Assist in marketing the platform to attract new users globally and proactively disseminate information about the platform and new courses/materials through the web
• Liaise with platform service providers to resolve any technical issues reported by users, and ensure adherence to forum rules and follow up on any reported cases of non-respect
• Provide reports and analyses of platform use to management and stakeholders

Requirements

• University degree in Media, Communication/Information Technology, Event/Communication Management, or a related field
• Two years, minimum, of experience in AV production and management, website management, development of learning material, online learning design and production
• Experience in information/risk communication management, event management of training activities and of other important and large events
• Experience with animation of discussion fora, event evaluation, and presentation of research/evaluation findings in simple and compelling ways (e.g., dashboards, infographics, etc)
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
• Ability to communicate with respect and tact
• Ability to work with diverse cultures and interdisciplinary teams
• Knowledge of modern information technology
• Knowledge of humanitarian crises and disease outbreaks
• Expert knowledge of English and French

To apply and for more information, click here.