Senior Scientist, Adolescent SRHR Research

WHO - World Health Organization; Genf; Vor Ort; CHF 83.000 - 104.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

30 days annual leave

Dependent family allowances

Home leave

Education grant for dependent children

Zusammenfassung

WHO – World Health Organization in Geneva seeks a Scientist (Adolescent sexual and reproductive health and rights) at the P5 level for a fixed-term 2-year appointment. You will lead research agendas, coordinate international collaborations, and strengthen capacity in SRHR research.

Advanced public health/epidemiology training and 10+ years of relevant experience are required. The role emphasizes publishing, guideline development, and strategic partnerships with UN agencies, HRP, and Member

Qualifikationen

• Advanced degree in public health or epidemiology.
• Minimum 10 years international research in SRHR.
• Minimum 5 years leading research projects.
• Experience in low- and middle-income countries.
• Desirable UN/INGO international experience.

Aufgaben

• Serve as lead expert on adolescent SRHR for WHO and stakeholders.
• Develop and implement a research agenda and capacity-building plans.
• Lead research activities: protocols, partner institutions, and data management.
• Coordinate capacity strengthening for research centres to meet WHO standards.
• Synthesize evidence and contribute to guidelines and publications.
• Prepare technical progress reports for governing bodies and donors.
• Draft manuscripts and lead dissemination with HRP communications.
• Build partnerships with governments, NGOs, private sector and researchers.
• Lead fundraising activities for increased financial support.

Kenntnisse

Adolescent health

Research leadership

Analytical writing

Fundraising knowledge

Communication skills

Diplomatic skills

Teamwork

Cultural sensitivity

Ausbildung

Advanced degree in public health/epidemiology

PhD in related field

Jobbeschreibung

WHO – World Health Organization in Geneva seeks a Scientist (Adolescent sexual and reproductive health and rights) at the P5 level for a fixed-term 2-year appointment. You will lead research agendas, coordinate international collaborations, and strengthen capacity in SRHR research.

Advanced public health/epidemiology training and 10+ years of relevant experience are required. The role emphasizes publishing, guideline development, and strategic partnerships with UN agencies, HRP, and Member