Director, UNU International Institute for Global Health - United Nations University (UNU) - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Director, UNU International Institute for Global Health

POSITION : D-1

REFERENCE NO. : 2012/UNU/IIGH/FTA/DIR/03(2)

LOCATION : Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

CLOSING DATE : 2012.10.31

Organizational Unit: UNU International Institute for Global Health (UNU-IIGH)

UNU mission:

The UNU is the academic arm of the United Nations system. Its mission is to contribute, through collaborative research and postgraduate education, dissemination of knowledge and advisory services, to efforts to resolve the pressing global problems of human survival, development and welfare that are the concern of the United Nations, its Peoples and Member States. The University functions as a think tank for the United Nations system and for UN Member States, providing knowledge-based policy advice.

About the United Nations University International Institute for Global Health:

The UNU International Institute for Global Health (UNU-IIGH) undertakes research, teaching and capacity development, and dissemination of knowledge related to key issues of human health. The aim is to contribute to the development and strengthening of health services policy frameworks and management actions, particularly for people in developing countries, and to support implementation of promotive and preventive approaches to human health.

Through its academic work, the Institute seeks to: (1) enhance efficiency, quality, access and equity in the delivery of healthcare services; (2) strengthen research in global health as a means to help achieve the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs); (3) facilitate the dissemination of information and innovation on global health in developing countries; (4) build and enhance capacities to contribute to solving global health issues, especially in developing countries; and (5) promote networking among research institutions in developed and developing countries.

Responsibilities:

The Director is the Chief Academic and Administrative Officer of UNU-IIGH and has overall responsibility for the direction, organization, administration and programmes of the Institute under the direction of the Rector of UNU. The Director’s qualifications should lend to UNU-IIGH the necessary prestige in the international scholarly community, guaranteeing scientific excellence through internal quality control and providing leadership and guidance for the conduct of UNU-IIGH activities.

Qualifications:

• A doctoral qualification in Health Systems and Policies, Public Health, Epidemiology or other health-related discipline;
• a previous academic appointment at the level of an Associate or Full Professor or equivalent;
• a strong research background and publications in areas related to emerging problems in public health, such as non-communicable diseases, including global mental health;
• expertise related to tele-health and e-health issues, in particular in relation to developing countries (highly desirable);
• a proven record of effective leadership and management experience at a senior level in academic or research institutions;
• excellent communication skills;
• the ability to interact with colleagues of diverse cultural backgrounds and with political representatives and communities in both industrialized and developing countries;
• proven commitment to issues of human development and welfare; and
• fluency in English and at least one other official language of the United Nations.
• Applications from suitably qualified women candidates are particularly encouraged.

Remuneration:

Approximate net salary (free of tax) of US$ 117,890 (single status) – US$ 131,936 (with dependants) p.a. including post adjustment, which is subject to change. The post carries the standard set of UN entitlements/benefits, including participation in the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund, the possibility of participation in a health insurance programme, an education grant for eligible children, removal expenses and home leave.

For more specific information please visit
http://www.un.org/Depts/OHRM/salaries_allowances/index.html.

The Rector reserves the right to appoint a suitable candidate at a lower category.

Duration of contract:

The period of initial contract would be for a four-year term with the possibility of renewal on a rolling fixed-term appointment basis, subject to requirements and satisfactory work performance. The mandatory retirement age in the United Nations is 62.

Starting date:

It is hoped that the appointee will take up the position in the first quarter of 2013.

Application Procedure:

Interested applicants should submit their applications, preferably by email (to unuiighdir@unu.edu), and must include the following:

• a cover letter setting out: (1) what are the motivations for applying for the post and (2) how the candidate’s qualifications and experience match the requirements of the position;
• a completed and signed UNU Personal History (P.11) form . Please avoid using similar forms provided by other United Nations organizations;
• a full curriculum vitae (with publications list); and
• an indication of the reference number of the vacancy announcement (2012/UNU/IIGH/FTA/DIR/03(2)).

By Post:

UNU-IIGH Director Selection Committee
c/o Office of the Rector, United Nations University Headquarters
53-70, Jingumae 5-chome, Shibuya-ku
Tokyo 150-8925, Japan

By Fax:
+81 3 3499-2828

By Email:
unuiighdir@unu.edu