Compliance and Risk Management Officer
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About the role
OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME
WHO’s work in countries operationalizes the General Programme of Work (GPW14) and the European Programme of Work 2025-2029 (EPW2). GPW14 focuses on accelerating progress toward Health for All by strengthening systems for health, improving access to essential services, advancing preparedness and resilience, and reducing health inequalities. EPW2, endorsed at RC75 following extensive consultation with Member States, reaffirms WHO/Europe’s role in bringing unique value to countries through five core functions:
1. International knowledge hub for health – providing authoritative evidence, norms, policies and best practices from across the Region and globally to inform national public health decision-making.
2. Impartial coordinator for everyone’s health – convening national stakeholders and partners to align strategies and support coherent, multisectoral responses to shared health challenges.
3. Leader in tracking and managing cross-border health threats – supporting surveillance, preparedness, and coordinated action on public health emergencies in line with the Preparedness 2.0 agenda.
4. Driver of health system transformation – advising national authorities on evidence-informed reforms and policies that strengthen health systems and improve performance.
5. Voice for health equity – helping countries identify who is being left behind and integrating equity considerations into health policies and strategies.
In this context, WHO Country Offices enable the translation of global and regional commitments into national action. They support Member States by providing strategic advice, convening dialogue across sectors and partners, connecting national authorities with WHO’s technical expertise, and facilitating the use of evidence and best practices to inform policy.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
1. Carry out assigned ex-post checks and desk reviews of selected administrative and operational transactions, records and processes against established WHO rules, procedures, delegated authorities and control requirements; identify apparent exceptions and prepare draft findings for supervisory review.
2. Compile compliance data, note apparent exceptions and prepare draft summaries and dashboard updates for supervisory review.
3. Maintain compliance, risk, business continuity (BCP) and audit-action trackers; obtain updates and supporting documents; and flag overdue actions to the supervisor.
4. Support internal-control and risk-management exercises by collecting inputs, maintaining records and preparing draft submissions.
5. Support audit follow-up by updating action status and maintaining evidence for review by responsible managers.
6. Assist in documenting workflows and control points and prepare draft checklists, templates, as well as inputs for process-improvement proposals for management consideration.
7. Provide factual information on established requirements and refer complex, sensitive or interpretative matters to the responsible manager.
8. Prepare draft compliance briefings and awareness materials and support related staff learning activities.
9. Maintain tracking information for Grant Letter of Agreement and Direct Financial Cooperation requirements and flag issues to the supervisor. Support capacity assessments, spot checks and audit follow-up only when specifically assigned and under supervision.
10. Participate in relevant meetings when assigned, provide factual information, record agreed actions and support follow-up.
11. Record and promptly refer apparent indicators of fraud, corruption or misconduct arising from assigned checks, without investigating or determining the matter.
12. Maintain complete and confidential compliance working files in the appropriate corporate repository.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Essential: University degree (Bachelor's level) in business administration, public administration, finance, accounting, audit, law, economics, risk management or a related field.
Desirable: Additional training or certification in audit, internal control, compliance, risk management, data analysis or project management.
Experience
Essential: At least one year of relevant experience in administration, finance, audit, compliance, internal control, risk management, programme support or a related area.
Desirable: Experience in an international organization, WHO or the United Nations, including experience in an emergency setting.
Functional Skills
• Good knowledge of internal policies and procedures, administrative compliance, internal controls, risk management, audit follow-up or related business processes.
• Ability to review records systematically, compare evidence against established requirements and identify matters requiring further guidance.
• Good analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to compile information and present clear, concise draft findings for review.
• Ability to prepare working papers, reports, trackers, briefings and process documentation.
• High level of integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise appropriate care when handling sensitive information.
• Good communication, organization and collaboration skills.
Other Skills (e.g. IT):
Proficient in standard MS Office software applications, particularly spreadsheets, word processing and presentation software.
Ability to learn and use WHO ERP, business-intelligence and records-management systems.
WHO Competencies
Teamwork
Respecting & promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Producing Results
Moving forward in a changing environment
Use of Language Skills
Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Expert knowledge of Ukrainian.
Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of another United Nations language.
REMUNERATION
Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 36,360 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Staff members separated due to the 2025 Prioritization and Realignment Process will receive special consideration according to the applicable regulatory framework.
This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level.
Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.
In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.
According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.
Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.
The Director-General retains the discretion to not make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description, including shortening the duration of the appointment.
WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics.