Under the oversight of the RCCE-IM Capacity-Building Officer the consultant will:
* Co-design and co-deliver RCCE-IM capacity building activities, including workshops, simulation exercises, and training programs, tailored to the specific needs of requestors and audiences, across a variety of formats.
* Contribute to the evaluation of the effectiveness of capacity-building activities, and help build the RCCE-IM evidence base, providing recommendations for improvement and future initiatives.
* Follow up on capacity-building activities in collaboration RCI Unit’s team members and countries, to support the ongoing development of RCCE-IM plans, and assist within the establishment of structures, systems, and skills necessary for their effective implementation.
* Prepare and present regular reports on the progress and outcomes of the capacity-building activities, while supporting the visibility of these efforts through WHO Europe’s communication channels.

4. Qualifications, experience, skills and languages

Educational Qualifications:

Essential:

* Advanced degree (Master´s degree) in public health, risk communication, community engagement, behavior change, curriculum and training, social sciences, capacity building, or a related field

Experience

Essential:

* 5 to 10 years of relevant  experience in the developing and implementing  capacity-building programs for governments, civil society organizations, UN agencies (including public communicators, health promoters, community workers) and other relevant stakeholders .
* At least 5 years of relevant experience in designing and delivering capacity-building activities

 Desirable:

* Experience working with WHO or other UN and international organizations in risk communication, community engagement and infodemic management.
* Experience in managing health emergencies
* Proven experience in evaluating  RCCE-IM programs and providing actionable  recommendations for improvement

Skills/Knowledge:

Essential:

* Strong analytical, organizational and project management skills
* Experience in creating and delivering professional training, workshops and simulation exercises
* Overall knowledge of and experience in RCCE-IM
* Excellent training and facilitation skills, including the ability to adapt training materials to different cultural and language contexts

Desirable:

* Specialized knowledge and experience in one of the RCCE-IM sub-domains: Infodemic Management, Risk Communication, Community Engagement, or RCCE-IM Operational Management

Languages and level required (Basic/Intermediate/Expert):

Essential:

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.