Information Assistant

United Nations Development Programme; Lyon; Sur place; EUR 34 488 - 41 310; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Leave allowances

UN health and pension benefits

Résumé du poste

IARC/WHO in Lyon, France, seeks an Administrative and Editorial Support Officer to assist the Programme Head and committees, ensuring timely publication of the WHO Classification of Tumours and related products.

The role requires 3+ years of project experience, English proficiency, strong communication, and knowledge of copyright rules; French is desirable. The position offers an office environment with UN-style benefits and leave provisions.

Qualifications

• English language proficiency and external communication skills are essential.
• Proficiency in copy editing and project management is required.
• Familiarity with declaration of interests policies and copyright regulations is expected.

Responsabilités

• Assist in adhering to established procedures for the WHO Blue Books.
• Coordinate Blue Books and Cytopathology projects, including facilitating communication between teams and authors.
• Draft communications and edit working documents, organise meetings, and liaise with authors, experts and the IARC team.
• Provide support for other WCT projects and editorial board renewals.

Connaissances

English language

External communication

Copy editing

Project management

Administrative reports

Declaration of interests

Copyright regulations

Formation

Secondary school graduation with DUT/BTS or equivalent

University degree in a relevant field

Outils

Microsoft 365

Description du poste

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) is the specialised cancer agency of the World Health Organization. The objective of the IARC is to promote international collaboration in cancer research. The Evidence Synthesis and Classification Branch (ESC) produces the WHO Classification of Tumours, the IARC Monographs on the Identification of Carcinogenic Hazards to Humans, and the IARC Handbooks of Cancer Prevention. The objective of the WHO Classification of Tumours (WCT) Programme within the evidence synthesis and classification branch is to provide global leadership for evidence‑based classification of tumours, facilitating accurate diagnosis and underpinning successful treatment and research. The purpose of this position is to provide administrative and technical support to the Programme Head, the standing and expert editorial board members, contributors and sub‑committee members so as to ensure timely publication of the WHO Classification of Tumours and WHO Reporting Systems for Cytopathology.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

1. Assist in abiding by the established procedures for the WHO Blue Books.
2. Support the coordination efforts for the Blue Books and Cytopathology projects in WCT, including:
   1. Facilitating communication between WCT team and its counterparts, editors and authors.
   2. Checking copyrights.
   3. Liaising with the ethics and compliance officer for review of declarations of interests.
   4. Assisting WCT and Cytopathology books collaborators, both internal and external.
   5. Providing support for the renewal of the WCT and Cytopathology books editorial board.
   6. Supporting committees collaborating with the WCT standing editorial board.
   7. Drafting communications and editing working documents, organising meetings (online and in‑person), inviting experts and authors for the books and liaising with authors, experts and the IARC team to ensure timely and efficient work.
3. Providing support and coordination for other WCT projects, including the WCT and Cytopathology books online, and other team projects and assisting WCT team members as required.

WHO COMPETENCIES

• Teamwork.
• Producing results.
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences.
• Communication.
• Technical expertise.

SKILLS

Essential: Knowledge of relevant fields pertaining to the post: English language, effective external communication and correspondence, basic copy editing, project management, preparation of administrative reports, knowledge of declaration‑of‑interests policies and copyright regulations.

Desirable: Management training.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Essential: Graduation from secondary school complemented by DUT, BTS or equivalent in publication, documentation, library techniques, indexing and filing, project or business management or other related fields.

Desirable: A university degree in a relevant field.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Essential: At least 3 years of relevant projects work experience in a similar environment.

• Exposure to a broad range of organisational duties and responsibilities.
• Experience of WHO/IARC procedures.

USE OF LANGUAGE SKILLS

Excellent knowledge of English is essential. Working knowledge of French is desirable.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

• Work is performed in a normal office environment.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft 365 package.

REMUNERATION

The fixed remuneration for the above position currently amounts to EUR 3,396 per month and is expressed net of income tax but before deduction of the employee share contributions for mandatory participation in the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund (UNJSPF) and in the organisation’s private insurance plans covering health, accident, illness and disability.

Other benefits include different types of leave and allowances for dependent family members.

Employment status is that of an international civil servant.

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY STATEMENT

IARC/WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The IARC/WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic or socio‑economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics. Women, persons with disabilities and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented participating states are strongly encouraged to apply for IARC/WHO jobs. Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. IARC/WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. All staff members are responsible for promoting a safe and respectful workplace and for reporting any actual or suspected cases of such conduct. Background verification of final candidates will be conducted.