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International Consultant- Pharmacovigilance Systems Strengthening - (2604650)

Contractual Arrangement: External consultant

Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 3 Months

Job Posting

: Oct 22, 2026, 9:47:42 AM

Closing Date

: Nov 5, 2026, 5:59:00 PM

Primary Location

: Botswana-Gaborone

Organization

: AF_BWA Botswana

Schedule

: Full-time

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.

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1. Objectives

The overall objective of engaging a consultant is to accelerate implementation of PV IDPs to attain ML3 for vigilance functions.

Specific Objectives

1. To conduct a comprehensive baseline GBT assessment, assist in review of guidelines, SOPs, assessment tools, GBT evidence and provide guidance essential for fulfilling the identified IDPs.

2. Integrate GBT IDP implementation to promote compliance by industry, public health entities and national regulatory requirements.

2. Scope of Work

Output 1.1: Conduct a detailed landscape and SWOT analysis of vigilance systems within the BoMRA and related stakeholders in Botswana.

Output 1.2: Review guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) working tools, and regulatory actions and decisions aligned with WHO Global benchmarking standards.

Output 1.3: Provide review of

- Evaluation of Risk Management Planning (RMP) and related documents

- Safety Communication and Vigilance data Publication

- Vigilance documents during conduct of Good Vigilance Inspections

- Implementation of IDPs at Adverse Drug Reaction Monitoring Centres (AMCs) against the Field Visit Manual for Assessing the Performance of Vigilance Function

Output 1.4: Provide guidance on communication to BoMRA stakeholders on

- Activities to be conducted to enhance understanding and compliance to regulations and guidelines

3. Deliverables:

· Monthly Progress Reports - Monthly written reports summarizing:

· Activities conducted Progress against IDP milestones

· Challenges encountered and mitigation actions

· Recommendations for the next period

· Comprehensive end of activity report on vigilance systems within the BoMRA and stakeholders, including activities conducted and recommendations on how to strengthen existing systems.

· GBT implementation status >95% completion by March 2027.

· Review of training materials, including presentations, handouts, and session summaries for safety surveillance and causality assessment.

· Recommendations for sustaining and accelerating progress

4. Qualifications, experience, skills and languages

Qualifications

Advanced degree in pharmacy, public health, regulatory science, or related field

Experience

- Essential: Experience working in the medicine regulatory authority/agency and over 5 years of relevant work experience in pharmacovigilance, vaccine safety, benefit-risk aggregated report review and risk management planning with a focus on risk minimisation measures.

- Desirable: Experience with WHO Global Benchmarking Tools and/or ICH/EMA guidelines.

Skills/Knowledge

- Expert in the field of: pharmacovigilance, vaccine safety and medicine risk management review.

Languages and level required

- Fluent in English (spoken and written).

5. Technical Supervision

On a day-to-day basis, the consultant will report to:

· Dr Parthasarathi Gurumurthy, Chief Regulatory Officer (Ag), Botswana Medicines Regulatory Authority, [email protected]

· Mr Lebogang Koitsiwe, Director Pharmacovigilance and Clinical Trials (Ag), Botswana Medicines Regulatory Authority, [email protected]

Overall contractual oversight will be provided by Dr. Fabian NDENZAKO, WHO Representative

6. Location

On site: Botswana Medicines Regulatory Authority Head Office, Gaborone, Botswana

Off site: Audit/Inspection Visits to selected AMCs (e.g. Molepolole, Gaborone, Lobatse, Maun) selected Health Facilities, GVP MAH inspection site as per annual plan.

7. Travel - If travel is involved, full medical clearance is required

The consultant is expected to travel to Gaborone, Botswana to conduct the assignment. All travel arrangements will be made by WHO. Travel within Botswana will be organized as per workplan

8. Remuneration and budget

As per the WHO policy/guidelines. P4 level

9. Proposed Timelines

Start date: 11 th January 2027

End date: 9 th April 2027

Total duration: 3 months

10. Roles and Responsibilities

Consultant

- Deliver agreed outputs

- Maintain confidentiality

- Develop GBT evidence review plan in collaboration with NRA

BoMRA

- Provide access to documents, staff and facilities

- Assign focal point

- Facilitate meetings and logistics

- Review GBT evidence review plan in collaboration with consultant

1.Area of expertise Chargé de la surveillance épidémique et de la gestion de l’information sanitaire 2.Purpose of consultancy La situation épidémiologique de maladie à virus Ebola demeure préoccupante en République démocratique du Congo (RDC) avec un risque élevé de propagation dans la sous-région. La confirmation récente des cas importés de maladie à virus Ebola dans les provinces du Haut-Uélé, Bas-Uélé et Sud-Ubangi, frontalières à la République centrafricaine exige un renforcement rapide des capacités de préparation dans les districts de santé à risque. L’évaluation du niveau de préparation à la menace de MVE en RCA a relevé un besoin dans plusieurs piliers de réponse. Par ailleurs la RCA fait face aux multiples épidémies, dont les épidémies de choléra, Mpox, Dengue, Rougeole dans un contexte de crise humanitaire complexe. Pour ce faire, le bureau pays de l’OMS souhaite renforcer les ressources humaines pour mieux appuyer le Ministère de la Santé dans la préparation et la réponse à ces multiples urgences de santé publique, particulièrement dans les districts de santé à risque élevé d’importation des cas de MVE. Les districts sanitaires de Bangassou, Mobaye-Zangba, Haut-Mbomou, Ouango-Gambo, Kouango-Grimari, Bangui 1, Bangui 2, Bangui 3, Bimbo, Begoua et Mbaïki sont à haut risque d’importation de la MVE. La liste de ces districts de santé pourra changer en fonction de l’évolution de l’épidémie. 3.Background Le cluster préparation et réponse aux urgences de santé publique a pour mission d’apporter un appui au pays et de coordonner l’action internationale en matière de prévention, de préparation, de détection, de réponse rapide et de relèvement face aux flambées épidémiques et aux situations d’urgence. 4.Deliverables La/le titulaire du poste exécutera les tâches suivantes : 1) Renforcer les capacités des acteurs sur le terrain sur la surveillance épidémiologique et la gestion des données; 2) Concevoir, collecter, analyser et disséminer les données épidémiologiques de qualité permettant : a. De décrire la dynamique de l’épidémie et ; b. D’élaborer/adapter les mesures permettant son contrôle. 3) Mettre en œuvre le système d’investigation des cas suspects et des alertes et contribuer aux enquêtes épidémiologiques sur le terrain ; 4) Assurer l’identification et le suivi de contacts ; 5) S'assurer de l’intégration systématique des données du laboratoire, des données cliniques, et celles des investigations dans la base de données ; 6) S’assurer de la bonne utilisation des données issues de la surveillance des décès communautaires ; 7) Assurer la surveillance à base communautaire ; 8) Assurer la gestion de l’information sur la réponse aux urgences de santé publique. 10) Assurer la production et la diffusion des rapports de situation internes et externes (SitReps), les bulletins d’information, les évaluations rapides des risques sanitaires et l’analyse de la situation de santé publique, ainsi que les informations sanitaires destinées à l’aperçu des besoins humanitaires. 11) Contribuer au contrôle sanitaire aux points d’entrées 12) Assurer la liaison avec les partenaires techniques et les acteurs du gouvernement impliqués dans les activités de surveillance 14) En fonction des besoins, le candidat pourra être appelé à effectuer d’autres tâches définies par la hiérarchie. 5.Qualifications, experience, skills and languages Educational Qualifications Essentiel Etre titulaire d’un diplôme de doctorat en médecine et une spécialisation en santé publique ou épidémiologie ou tout autre diplôme équivalent. Experience Essentiel - Au moins 1an d'expérience professionnelle pertinente aux niveaux national et international dans le domaine de la surveillance épidémiologique et gestion de l’information sanitaire ; Souhaitable:. Connaissances du système de santé de la RCA ; Expérience avérée dans l’utilisation e des outils de collecte tels que DHIS2 Tracker, Kobo/ODK, utilisés pour la saisie, le suivi et la gestion de données sur le terrain ou en ligne. Expérience confirmée dans l’utilisation des logiciels d’analyse et visualisation de données (MS Excel, SPSS, STATA, R, ArcGIS, etc.). Langages Désirable Excellente connaissance du français Souhaitable la connaissance de l’anglais serait un atout. Compétences de l’OMS 1. Produire les résultats 2. Communiquer de manière crédible et efficace 3. Favoriser l’intégration et le travail d’équipe 4. Respecter et promouvoir les différences individuelles et culturelles 6.Location On site: districts de santé à risque élevé d’importation des cas de MVE. Les districts sanitaires de Bangassou, Mobaye-Zangba, Haut-Mbomou, Ouango-Gambo, Kouango-Grimari, Bangui 1, Bangui 2, Bangui 3, Bimbo, Begoua et Mbaïki . Le lieu d’affectation pourra changer pendant la période du contrat en fonction de l’évolution des épidemies 7. Travel L’agent contractuel sera appelé à voyager à l’intérieur du pays dans le cadre de sa mission. 8.Remuneration and budget (travel costs are excluded): a.Remuneration Grade NO-A (1.793.250 francs CFA) de la grille salariale des professionnels nationaux de la Répulique centrafricaine. b. Expected duration of contract 04 mois avecpossiblité d’extension suivant l’évolution de l’épidémie, des finances et des performances satisfaisantes. La durée de la publication normale est d’une semaine. Le responsable du recrutement recevra une notification de Stellis lorsque l'offre de conseil aura été publiée.

1.Area of expertise Chargé de la surveillance épidémique et de la gestion de l’information sanitaire 2.Purpose of consultancy La situation épidémiologique de maladie à virus Ebola demeure préoccupante en République démocratique du Congo (RDC) avec un risque élevé de propagation dans la sous-région. La confirmation récente des cas importés de maladie à virus Ebola dans les provinces du Haut-Uélé, Bas-Uélé et Sud-Ubangi, frontalières à la République centrafricaine exige un renforcement rapide des capacités de préparation dans les districts de santé à risque. L’évaluation du niveau de préparation à la menace de MVE en RCA a relevé un besoin dans plusieurs piliers de réponse. Par ailleurs la RCA fait face aux multiples épidémies, dont les épidémies de choléra, Mpox, Dengue, Rougeole dans un contexte de crise humanitaire complexe. Pour ce faire, le bureau pays de l’OMS souhaite renforcer les ressources humaines pour mieux appuyer le Ministère de la Santé dans la préparation et la réponse à ces multiples urgences de santé publique, particulièrement dans les districts de santé à risque élevé d’importation des cas de MVE. Les districts sanitaires de Bangassou, Mobaye-Zangba, Haut-Mbomou, Ouango-Gambo, Kouango-Grimari, Bangui 1, Bangui 2, Bangui 3, Bimbo, Begoua et Mbaïki sont à haut risque d’importation de la MVE. La liste de ces districts de santé pourra changer en fonction de l’évolution de l’épidémie. 3.Background Le cluster préparation et réponse aux urgences de santé publique a pour mission d’apporter un appui au pays et de coordonner l’action internationale en matière de prévention, de préparation, de détection, de réponse rapide et de relèvement face aux flambées épidémiques et aux situations d’urgence. 4.Deliverables La/le titulaire du poste exécutera les tâches suivantes : 1) Renforcer les capacités des acteurs sur le terrain sur la surveillance épidémiologique et la gestion des données; 2) Concevoir, collecter, analyser et disséminer les données épidémiologiques de qualité permettant : a. De décrire la dynamique de l’épidémie et ; b. D’élaborer/adapter les mesures permettant son contrôle. 3) Mettre en œuvre le système d’investigation des cas suspects et des alertes et contribuer aux enquêtes épidémiologiques sur le terrain ; 4) Assurer l’identification et le suivi de contacts ; 5) S'assurer de l’intégration systématique des données du laboratoire, des données cliniques, et celles des investigations dans la base de données ; 6) S’assurer de la bonne utilisation des données issues de la surveillance des décès communautaires ; 7) Assurer la surveillance à base communautaire ; 8) Assurer la gestion de l’information sur la réponse aux urgences de santé publique. 10) Assurer la production et la diffusion des rapports de situation internes et externes (SitReps), les bulletins d’information, les évaluations rapides des risques sanitaires et l’analyse de la situation de santé publique, ainsi que les informations sanitaires destinées à l’aperçu des besoins humanitaires. 11) Contribuer au contrôle sanitaire aux points d’entrées 12) Assurer la liaison avec les partenaires techniques et les acteurs du gouvernement impliqués dans les activités de surveillance 14) En fonction des besoins, le candidat pourra être appelé à effectuer d’autres tâches définies par la hiérarchie. 5.Qualifications, experience, skills and languages Educational Qualifications Essentiel Etre titulaire d’un diplôme de doctorat en médecine et une spécialisation en santé publique ou épidémiologie ou tout autre diplôme équivalent. Experience Essentiel - Au moins 1an d'expérience professionnelle pertinente aux niveaux national et international dans le domaine de la surveillance épidémiologique et gestion de l’information sanitaire ; Souhaitable:. Connaissances du système de santé de la RCA ; Expérience avérée dans l’utilisation e des outils de collecte tels que DHIS2 Tracker, Kobo/ODK, utilisés pour la saisie, le suivi et la gestion de données sur le terrain ou en ligne. Expérience confirmée dans l’utilisation des logiciels d’analyse et visualisation de données (MS Excel, SPSS, STATA, R, ArcGIS, etc.). Langages Désirable Excellente connaissance du français Souhaitable la connaissance de l’anglais serait un atout. Compétences de l’OMS 1. Produire les résultats 2. Communiquer de manière crédible et efficace 3. Favoriser l’intégration et le travail d’équipe 4. Respecter et promouvoir les différences individuelles et culturelles 6.Location On site: districts de santé à risque élevé d’importation des cas de MVE. Les districts sanitaires de Bangassou, Mobaye-Zangba, Haut-Mbomou, Ouango-Gambo, Kouango-Grimari, Bangui 1, Bangui 2, Bangui 3, Bimbo, Begoua et Mbaïki . Le lieu d’affectation pourra changer pendant la période du contrat en fonction de l’évolution des épidemies 7. Travel L’agent contractuel sera appelé à voyager à l’intérieur du pays dans le cadre de sa mission. 8.Remuneration and budget (travel costs are excluded): a.Remuneration Grade NO-A (1.793.250 francs CFA) de la grille salariale des professionnels nationaux de la Répulique centrafricaine. b. Expected duration of contract 04 mois avecpossiblité d’extension suivant l’évolution de l’épidémie, des finances et des performances satisfaisantes. La durée de la publication normale est d’une semaine. Le responsable du recrutement recevra une notification de Stellis lorsque l'offre de conseil aura été publiée.

Operations Officer - (2604652)

Grade: P2

Contractual Arrangement: Temporary appointment under Staff Rule 420.4

Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 3 Months

Job Posting

: Oct 22, 2026, 10:07:33 AM

Closing Date

: Nov 4, 2026, 5:59:00 PM

Primary Location

: Guinea-Bissau-Bissau

Organization

: AF_GNB Guinea Bissau

Schedule

: Full-time

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The Mission of the WHO Health Emergencies Programme (The Programme) is to help countries, and to coordinate international action, to prevent, prepare for, detect, rapidly respond to, and recover from outbreaks and emergencies.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

During deployment, the duty station may change, and duties may be modified, based upon the technical needs of the Programme. The incumbent will perform all or some of the following duties:1. Adapt and implement procedures, in compliance with existing policies and SOPs, for the administration, monitoring, control and evaluation of human, financial and material resources processes. 2. Support the formulation of general and specific budgetary estimates for the emergency preparedness, response and recovery activities; ensure the management of funding allocations and awards; track and report on financing against budget; support, monitor and report on financial implementation in compliance with WHO rules, emergency SOPs and delegations of authority.3. Provide administrative support in the implementation of emergency operations through initiation of relevant proposals for all planned activities, in cooperation with the resource mobilization team, follow-up on donor proposals and reporting deadlines; ensure payments are made to support emergency programme plans and in compliance with rules and procedures.4. Provide a range of human resources services, including forecasting future needs, facilitating rapid deployment of surge staff and international responders, sourcing, recruitment, medical clearance, travel to the relevant duty station, entry formalities, briefing and training, on-site administrative support, de-briefing and performance evaluations. Track and report on HR requirements against plans, status of filled positions/vacancies, in collaboration with the relevant Regional Office and/or HQ.5. Manage procurement of services and all necessary supplies required for support of the incident management, track inventory, coordinate with logistics and HR to provide supplies and equipment to the local response team. Participate in local contract review committees and ensure best value for money in procurement practices as per the delegated authority. Ensure appropriate asset management, provide relevant reports to the management.6.In case the Field Security Officer position is not established in the duty station, liaise with theUnited Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) and the Regional Field SecurityOfficer to ensure the safety of all WHO staff and responders, Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS) compliance, timely report on security related incidents, disseminate security and travel advisory information and arrange security briefings and training of staff.7. As required, manage Information Technology support services provided either by local Information technology technicians.8. Consolidate the replies to audit reports and comments, review and follow-up on any outstanding audit recommendations related to the different areas of management and administration.9. Perform any other incident-specific related duties, as required by the functional supervisor.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: First university degree, in public or business administration, public health, finance or accounting, human resources management or other social studies from an accredited/recognized institute.

Desirable: Advanced university degree in public health, business or public administration.

Experience

Essential: At least two years of relevant experience, combined at the national and international levels in management and administration, including supervision of staff. Experience in supporting emergency or health outbreak operations.

Desirable: Experience in developing countries. Prior humanitarian working experience at field level, with WHO, other UN agency, health cluster partners, recognized humanitarian organizations or with an international nongovernmental organization.

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of administrative and management principles and practices (including, but not limited to the areas of Human Resources, Finance, Budget, Procurement and Security).• Excellent time management skills and the ability to work under pressure.• Demonstrated ability to act independently and exercise sound judgement.• Advanced leadership skills and proven ability to coach and motivate staff.• Skills in programme formulation, design and research development are an asset.• Proven ability to translate requirements into workable solutions.

WHO Competencies

Teamwork

Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences

Communication

Ensuring the effective use of resources

Creating an empowering and motivating environment

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Expert knowledge of Portuguese.

Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of French.

REMUNERATION

WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 56,046 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 2284 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.

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Staff members separated due to the 2025 Prioritization and Realignment Process will receive special consideration according to the applicable regulatory framework.

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Operations Officer - (2604652)

Grade: P2

Contractual Arrangement: Temporary appointment under Staff Rule 420.4

Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 3 Months

Job Posting

: Oct 22, 2026, 10:07:33 AM

Closing Date

: Nov 4, 2026, 5:59:00 PM

Primary Location

: Guinea-Bissau-Bissau

Organization

: AF_GNB Guinea Bissau

Schedule

: Full-time

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The Mission of the WHO Health Emergencies Programme (The Programme) is to help countries, and to coordinate international action, to prevent, prepare for, detect, rapidly respond to, and recover from outbreaks and emergencies.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

During deployment, the duty station may change, and duties may be modified, based upon the technical needs of the Programme. The incumbent will perform all or some of the following duties:1. Adapt and implement procedures, in compliance with existing policies and SOPs, for the administration, monitoring, control and evaluation of human, financial and material resources processes. 2. Support the formulation of general and specific budgetary estimates for the emergency preparedness, response and recovery activities; ensure the management of funding allocations and awards; track and report on financing against budget; support, monitor and report on financial implementation in compliance with WHO rules, emergency SOPs and delegations of authority.3. Provide administrative support in the implementation of emergency operations through initiation of relevant proposals for all planned activities, in cooperation with the resource mobilization team, follow-up on donor proposals and reporting deadlines; ensure payments are made to support emergency programme plans and in compliance with rules and procedures.4. Provide a range of human resources services, including forecasting future needs, facilitating rapid deployment of surge staff and international responders, sourcing, recruitment, medical clearance, travel to the relevant duty station, entry formalities, briefing and training, on-site administrative support, de-briefing and performance evaluations. Track and report on HR requirements against plans, status of filled positions/vacancies, in collaboration with the relevant Regional Office and/or HQ.5. Manage procurement of services and all necessary supplies required for support of the incident management, track inventory, coordinate with logistics and HR to provide supplies and equipment to the local response team. Participate in local contract review committees and ensure best value for money in procurement practices as per the delegated authority. Ensure appropriate asset management, provide relevant reports to the management.6.In case the Field Security Officer position is not established in the duty station, liaise with theUnited Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) and the Regional Field SecurityOfficer to ensure the safety of all WHO staff and responders, Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS) compliance, timely report on security related incidents, disseminate security and travel advisory information and arrange security briefings and training of staff.7. As required, manage Information Technology support services provided either by local Information technology technicians.8. Consolidate the replies to audit reports and comments, review and follow-up on any outstanding audit recommendations related to the different areas of management and administration.9. Perform any other incident-specific related duties, as required by the functional supervisor.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: First university degree, in public or business administration, public health, finance or accounting, human resources management or other social studies from an accredited/recognized institute.

Desirable: Advanced university degree in public health, business or public administration.

Experience

Essential: At least two years of relevant experience, combined at the national and international levels in management and administration, including supervision of staff. Experience in supporting emergency or health outbreak operations.

Desirable: Experience in developing countries. Prior humanitarian working experience at field level, with WHO, other UN agency, health cluster partners, recognized humanitarian organizations or with an international nongovernmental organization.

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of administrative and management principles and practices (including, but not limited to the areas of Human Resources, Finance, Budget, Procurement and Security).• Excellent time management skills and the ability to work under pressure.• Demonstrated ability to act independently and exercise sound judgement.• Advanced leadership skills and proven ability to coach and motivate staff.• Skills in programme formulation, design and research development are an asset.• Proven ability to translate requirements into workable solutions.

WHO Competencies

Teamwork

Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences

Communication

Ensuring the effective use of resources

Creating an empowering and motivating environment

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Expert knowledge of Portuguese.

Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of French.

REMUNERATION

WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 56,046 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 2284 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.

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 eManual.

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.

Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.

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.

WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply.

Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (modifications or adjustments to the application or recruitment process) to support their participation in the application and recruitment process. Please send an email to [email protected] with your full name, the vacancy number you are applying for, and specific details of the accommodation needed in your request.

An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.

WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.

Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Candidates appointed to a fixed-term position in the International Professional category (Grades P1-D2) are eligible for Geographical Mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world.

WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.

The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.

Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at [email protected].

WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.

*For WHO General Service staff who do not meet the minimum educational qualifications, please see e-Manual III.4.1, para 220.

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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME The overall objective of the Communications Unit is to lead and coordinate WHO/AFRO'S efforts to advocate for resources and actions on key health issues in the African Region and showcase the impact of its work on health outcomes, securing the organization's position as the regional health leader and facilitating its ability to shape health policies. The unit also manages the internal communications function to create an optimal work environment reinforcing the common purpose of staff members. The unit achieves this by leading advocacy campaigns on health issues and implementing a Regional Communications Strategy, which targets key stakeholders including partners and Governing Bodies, using multiple channels, and building the communications capacity of WHO Clusters, Programmes and Country Offices to produce and disseminate quality communications products. The goal is to contribute to the strengthening of the capacity of countries in the WHO African Region to ensure evidence-based policies and strategies are in place to achieve universal access to high-quality, integrated, people-centred health services, increase the coverage and quality of effective interventions, and to create mechanisms to measure the impact of those strategies and interventions. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES Under the direct supervision of the Regional Communication Manager, the incumbent supports the Regional Director in ensuring efficient and effective management of the Office of the Regional Director. The incumbent will be expected to perform the following duties: Draft and edit strategic WHO AFRO communications documents including, press releases, talking points, briefing documents, reports, booklets, opinion pieces and advocacy materials. Contribute to writing communications products for the AFRO Clusters and/or departments as needed. Develop multimedia content for the WHO website including feature stories, photo stories and videos. Facilitate interviews with senior managers; connect media with WHO subject experts. Review and advise on media products for advocacy material of the Clusters and/or departments as needed. Build and maintain partnerships with, as well as databases of, major media houses at regional and country levels. Build the capacity of, and work with WHO experts, to respond to media queries/interviews. Organize roundtable discussions, press conferences, and briefing sessions with press. Proactively keep abreast of success stories, upcoming events and other potentially significant developments across the AFRO region to develop media pitches. In collaboration with country focal points, generate materials for outreach to partners and donors to increase the visibility of the impact of their funding and partnerships with WHO AFRO. Conduct media monitoring and evaluation of media products. Work with Anglophone Country Offices and technical clusters to identify and develop subjects of interest for communications at country and regional levels. In collaboration with the Senior Writer, support the Regional Director's communications on missions to Anglophone countries. Perform other related responsibilities as assigned, including replacing and backstopping for others as required. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education Essential: First University degree in Arts and humanitarian, communications, journalism, marketing, political or international relations, or related fields. Desirable: Experience Essential: At least five (5) years' relevant experience at national or international levels. Experience in developing communications products, with a focus on writing text for speeches. Desirable: Skills Thorough knowledge of the principles, techniques and practices of a wide range of communications channels (print, web, broadcast, campaigns and on-line). Thorough understanding of the impact of communications on the reputation, image, and success of an organization, including the role of media and social media. Thorough understanding of public health and international development issue. Ability to transform technical information for different target audiences. Excellent analytical, writing and editing skills. WHO Competencies Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Moving forward in a changing environment Creating an empowering and motivating environment Use of Language Skills Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Intermediate knowledge of French. Desirable: The above language requirements are interchangeable. REMUNERATION WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 71,335 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 2699 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children. 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 eManual. 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. Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply. 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. WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (modifications or adjustments to the application or recruitment process) to support their participation in the application and recruitment process. Please send an email to [email protected] with your full name, the vacancy number you are applying for, and specific details of the accommodation needed in your request. An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice. WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates. Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Candidates appointed to a fixed-term position in the International Professional category (Grades P1-D2) are eligible for Geographical Mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world. WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully. The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered. Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at [email protected]. WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco. For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int. *For WHO General Service staff who do not meet the minimum educational qualifications, please see e-Manual III.4.1, para 220. 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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME The overall objective of the Communications Unit is to lead and coordinate WHO/AFRO'S efforts to advocate for resources and actions on key health issues in the African Region and showcase the impact of its work on health outcomes, securing the organization's position as the regional health leader and facilitating its ability to shape health policies. The unit also manages the internal communications function to create an optimal work environment reinforcing the common purpose of staff members. The unit achieves this by leading advocacy campaigns on health issues and implementing a Regional Communications Strategy, which targets key stakeholders including partners and Governing Bodies, using multiple channels, and building the communications capacity of WHO Clusters, Programmes and Country Offices to produce and disseminate quality communications products. The goal is to contribute to the strengthening of the capacity of countries in the WHO African Region to ensure evidence-based policies and strategies are in place to achieve universal access to high-quality, integrated, people-centred health services, increase the coverage and quality of effective interventions, and to create mechanisms to measure the impact of those strategies and interventions. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES Under the direct supervision of the Regional Communication Manager, the incumbent supports the Regional Director in ensuring efficient and effective management of the Office of the Regional Director. The incumbent will be expected to perform the following duties: Draft and edit strategic WHO AFRO communications documents including, press releases, talking points, briefing documents, reports, booklets, opinion pieces and advocacy materials. Contribute to writing communications products for the AFRO Clusters and/or departments as needed. Develop multimedia content for the WHO website including feature stories, photo stories and videos. Facilitate interviews with senior managers; connect media with WHO subject experts. Review and advise on media products for advocacy material of the Clusters and/or departments as needed. Build and maintain partnerships with, as well as databases of, major media houses at regional and country levels. Build the capacity of, and work with WHO experts, to respond to media queries/interviews. Organize roundtable discussions, press conferences, and briefing sessions with press. Proactively keep abreast of success stories, upcoming events and other potentially significant developments across the AFRO region to develop media pitches. In collaboration with country focal points, generate materials for outreach to partners and donors to increase the visibility of the impact of their funding and partnerships with WHO AFRO. Conduct media monitoring and evaluation of media products. Work with Anglophone Country Offices and technical clusters to identify and develop subjects of interest for communications at country and regional levels. In collaboration with the Senior Writer, support the Regional Director's communications on missions to Anglophone countries. Perform other related responsibilities as assigned, including replacing and backstopping for others as required. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education Essential: First University degree in Arts and humanitarian, communications, journalism, marketing, political or international relations, or related fields. Desirable: Experience Essential: At least five (5) years' relevant experience at national or international levels. Experience in developing communications products, with a focus on writing text for speeches. Desirable: Skills Thorough knowledge of the principles, techniques and practices of a wide range of communications channels (print, web, broadcast, campaigns and on-line). Thorough understanding of the impact of communications on the reputation, image, and success of an organization, including the role of media and social media. Thorough understanding of public health and international development issue. Ability to transform technical information for different target audiences. Excellent analytical, writing and editing skills. WHO Competencies Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Moving forward in a changing environment Creating an empowering and motivating environment Use of Language Skills Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Intermediate knowledge of French. Desirable: The above language requirements are interchangeable. REMUNERATION WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 71,335 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 2699 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children. 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 eManual. 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. Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply. 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. WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (modifications or adjustments to the application or recruitment process) to support their participation in the application and recruitment process. Please send an email to [email protected] with your full name, the vacancy number you are applying for, and specific details of the accommodation needed in your request. An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice. WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates. Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Candidates appointed to a fixed-term position in the International Professional category (Grades P1-D2) are eligible for Geographical Mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world. WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully. The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered. Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at [email protected]. WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco. For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int. *For WHO General Service staff who do not meet the minimum educational qualifications, please see e-Manual III.4.1, para 220. 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Roster – Programme Assistant - (2604420) Grade: G5 Contractual Arrangement: Multiple contractual arrangements Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): Up to 12 months initially, to be extended based on the availability of funds, need for the position and performance. Job Posting : Oct 11, 2026, 4:19:40 AM Closing Date : Oct 25, 2026, 6:59:00 PM Primary Location : Yemen-Aden Organization : EM_YEM WHO Representative's Office, Yemen Schedule : Full-time IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings. OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME To ensure that effective WHO country presence is established to implement WHO country cooperation strategies that are aligned with Member State's health and development agendas, and harmonized with the United Nations country teams. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES 1. Provide full administrative support to the assigned programme. Draft, review and revise correspondence, reports and documents for proper format and content in consultation with the supervisor. Independently compose correspondence of administrative nature, take notes at meetings, provides informal interpretation/translation when required. 2. Prepare and process travel requests for team members using GSM, arrange for visa issuance, security clearance, flight and hotel bookings, follows up travel related issues of national and international missions. 3. Scan, record, refer and follow up correspondence and documents, evaluate the urgency or critical nature bringing them to the attention of the responsible staff. Inform and remind responsible staff of follow-up dates, response or specific actions, supplying supporting material as appropriate. 4. Using GSM, monitor aspects of the implementation of country activities, funds for project/programme budget levels and financial expenditures, according to the approved country workplan. Initiate and process different transactions in GSM, including procurement of goods and services. Follows up with concerned parties the receipt of deliverables and finalization of payments. 5.Compile background material for planning, monitoring and evaluation (including mini-review) exercises. Maintain and update the filing of technical documents and correspondence (soft/hard copies and databases if applicable). Create background reference material as appropriate; access and retrieve relevant material. 6.Finalize all administrative and logistics preparations required for the organization of meetings held in the country (working groups, seminars/courses, workshops) and pay per diem to participants as appropriate (if needed). 7. Respond to and act on telephone enquiries in a timely manner. Assess the critical nature of technical issues and direct them to appropriate staff for reply, coordinate appointments for supervisors, establish and maintain a proper computerized information system on MOH and UN counterparts, WHO Collaborating Centers, etc. 8.Brief colleagues on general office administrative process. Assist/replace administrative staff in the team and perform other related duties as required. Participate in field visits, if required. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education Essential: Completion of secondary education supplemented by secretarial training. Desirable: University degree in business administration, social sciences or related field is an asset. Experience Essential: At least five years' progressive administrative experience. Desirable: Relevant experience in the UN system. Skills -Good filing and organizational skills. -Ability to maintain good working relationships with staff, experts and visitors. -Demonstrated ability to translate routine correspondence into English. - Very good time management and stress management skills. - Knowledge of WHO rules, manuals, practices, procedures and WHO Style Guide applicable to the administrative level an asset WHO Competencies Teamwork Respecting and 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 Local language. Desirable: N/A REMUNERATION WHO offers staff in the General Services category an attractive remuneration package, which for the above position includes an annual net base salary starting at USD 18,997 (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 eManual. 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. WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (modifications or adjustments to the application or recruitment process) to support their participation in the application and recruitment process. Please send an email to [email protected] with your full name, the vacancy number you are applying for, and specific details of the accommodation needed in your request. An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice. WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates. WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco. For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int. WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully. The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered. Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at [email protected]. This post is subject to local recruitment and will be filled by persons recruited in the local commuting area of the duty station. In case the website does not display properly, please retry by: (i) checking that you have the latest version of the browser installed (Chrome, Edge or Firefox); (ii) clearing your browser history and opening the site in a new browser (not a new tab within the same browser); or (iii) retry accessing the website using Mozilla Firefox browser or using another device. 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Humanitarian Health Coordination Officer - (2604384) Grade: No grade Contractual Arrangement: Special Services Agreement (SSA) Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 12 months Job Posting : Oct 11, 2026, 10:41:47 PM Closing Date : Nov 2, 2026, 5:59:00 PM Primary Location : Myanmar-Hpa An Organization : SE_MMR WR Office, Myanmar Schedule : Full-time IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings. Organizational Setting Purpose of the position: Lead Humanitarian Health Coordination at subnational level preparing for and responding to humanitarian and public health emergencies to improve the health outcomes of affected populations through timely, predictable, appropriate, and effective coordinated health action jointly with other sectors such as WASH, Nutrition, Food, and Protection. Objectives of the Program: The mission of WHO in Myanmar is the attainment of the highest possible level of health by the people of Myanmar. In order to provide effective support, the WHO country office leverages the three levels of the Organization: to focus support where it can make a difference; to place the right people in the right places; to engage partners effectively; to enhance communications, and to improve operational intelligence. Priorities of WHO’s general programme of work (GPW) sets medium-term priorities and strategies of the Organization. The three strategic priorities are: Universal health coverage: 1 billion more people benefitting from universal health coverage Health emergencies: 1 billion more people better protected from health emergencies Healthier populations: 1 billion more people enjoying better health and well-being Additional Information WHO is committed to workforce diversity. WHO's workforce adheres to the WHO Values Charter and is committed to put the WHO Values into practice. WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco. Major Duties and Responsibilities Under the direct supervision of the Health Cluster Coordinator and guidance of the WHO Country Representative, and in close collaboration with relevant WHO Team Leads, the Sub-National Humanitarian Health Coordination Officer engages with relevant stakeholders to strengthen recovery of the health system as well as to build health system resilience, ensuring equitable access to essential life-saving quality health services to vulnerable populations, with a strong emphasis on intersectoral collaboration. The incumbent performs the following duties: Coordination/Leadership 1. Provide leadership in subnational humanitarian health coordination and emergency preparedness and response related to disasters, communicable disease outbreaks, and displacement crises 2. Maintain regular coordination with health partners to ensure coherent and complementary health response planning and implementation 3. Represent health in area-based coordination fora and ensure follow-up on health-related action points 4. Represent WHO in relevant meetings and fora, including Zonal Coordination Groups and Area Based Coordination meetings. Information Management 5. Provide technical and contextual inputs for the Humanitarian Needs Overview (HNO) and Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan (HNRP), in collaboration with health partners 6. Support with the compilation of 5W data from health partners on a quarterly basis 7. Conduct Rapid Assessment after disasters and conflicts Operation support 8. Support for emergency commodities and other logistic supplies for health partners for disasters and health emergencies Preparedness and Readiness 9. Coordinate with other partners e.g., OCHA, UNICEF, UNFPA, IOM, and NGOs for joint health activities in disaster areas/disaster prone townships as well as information sharing, and reporting updates/situation reports 10. Organize field trips for missions including partners and donors to disaster areas/ disaster prone townships as needed Qualifications Educational background Essential: Medical degree, certificate or equivalent professional training and/ or self-study/ working experience in public health or related fields Desirable: Postgraduate degree in Public Health/or related fields Professional experience and knowledge Essential: - At least three years of work experience in programme management in disasters and/or public health emergencies - Skills on the use of computer and software such as MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint Language Skills High level of proficiency in English Competencies - Teamwork - Communication - Producing results. Additional information · This Vacancy Notice may be used to fill similar positions at the same level. · A written test and interviews may be used as a form of screening. · If your candidature is retained for 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. For information on WHO's operations please visit :http://www.who.int. · The WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The WHO recruits workforce 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. · The WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its workforce. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion)are strongly encouraged to apply for WHO jobs. · Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be sent through an email to [email protected] · An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter (https://www.who.int/about/who-we-are/our-values)into practice. · WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of short-listed candidates. · WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco. · Please note that WHO’s contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services(SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly [email protected] 9/19/24, 10:15 AM National Technical Officer (Coverage and Equity) 17 positions (States and Regions)https://careers.who.int/careersection/in/jobdetail.ftl 2/3 In case the recruitment website does not display properly, please retry by: (i) checking that you have the latest version of the browser installed (Chrome, Edge or Firefox); (ii) clearing your browser history and opening the site in a new browser (not a new tab within the same browser); or (iii) retry accessing the website using Mozilla Firefox browser or using another device. Click the link for detailed guidance on completing job applications: Instructions for candidates · This post is subject to local recruitment and will be filled by persons recruited in the local commuting area of the duty station. Any extension of appointment would be subject to programmatic requirements, performance of the incumbent and availability of funds. · Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply. Organizational Setting Purpose of the position: Lead Humanitarian Health Coordination at subnational level preparing for and responding to humanitarian and public health emergencies to improve the health outcomes of affected populations through timely, predictable, appropriate, and effective coordinated health action jointly with other sectors such as WASH, Nutrition, Food, and Protection. Objectives of the Program: The mission of WHO in Myanmar is the attainment of the highest possible level of health by the people of Myanmar. In order to provide effective support, the WHO country office leverages the three levels of the Organization: to focus support where it can make a difference; to place the right people in the right places; to engage partners effectively; to enhance communications, and to improve operational intelligence. Priorities of WHO’s general programme of work (GPW) sets medium-term priorities and strategies of the Organization. The three strategic priorities are: Universal health coverage: 1 billion more people benefitting from universal health coverage Health emergencies: 1 billion more people better protected from health emergencies Healthier populations: 1 billion more people enjoying better health and well-being Additional Information WHO is committed to workforce diversity. WHO's workforce adheres to the WHO Values Charter and is committed to put the WHO Values into practice. WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco. Major Duties and Responsibilities Under the direct supervision of the Health Cluster Coordinator and guidance of the WHO Country Representative, and in close collaboration with relevant WHO Team Leads, the Sub-National Humanitarian Health Coordination Officer engages with relevant stakeholders to strengthen recovery of the health system as well as to build health system resilience, ensuring equitable access to essential life-saving quality health services to vulnerable populations, with a strong emphasis on intersectoral collaboration. The incumbent performs the following duties: Coordination/Leadership 1. Provide leadership in subnational humanitarian health coordination and emergency preparedness and response related to disasters, communicable disease outbreaks, and displacement crises 2. Maintain regular coordination with health partners to ensure coherent and complementary health response planning and implementation 3. Represent health in area-based coordination fora and ensure follow-up on health-related action points 4. Represent WHO in relevant meetings and fora, including Zonal Coordination Groups and Area Based Coordination meetings. Information Management 5. Provide technical and contextual inputs for the Humanitarian Needs Overview (HNO) and Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan (HNRP), in collaboration with health partners 6. Support with the compilation of 5W data from health partners on a quarterly basis 7. Conduct Rapid Assessment after disasters and conflicts Operation support 8. Support for emergency commodities and other logistic supplies for health partners for disasters and health emergencies Preparedness and Readiness 9. Coordinate with other partners e.g., OCHA, UNICEF, UNFPA, IOM, and NGOs for joint health activities in disaster areas/disaster prone townships as well as information sharing, and reporting updates/situation reports 10. Organize field trips for missions including partners and donors to disaster areas/ disaster prone townships as needed Qualifications Educational background Essential: Medical degree, certificate or equivalent professional training and/ or self-study/ working experience in public health or related fields Desirable: Postgraduate degree in Public Health/or related fields Professional experience and knowledge Essential: - At least three years of work experience in programme management in disasters and/or public health emergencies - Skills on the use of computer and software such as MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint Language Skills High level of proficiency in English Competencies - Teamwork - Communication - Producing results. Additional information · This Vacancy Notice may be used to fill similar positions at the same level. · A written test and interviews may be used as a form of screening. · If your candidature is retained for 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. For information on WHO's operations please visit :http://www.who.int. · The WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The WHO recruits workforce 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. · The WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its workforce. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion)are strongly encouraged to apply for WHO jobs. · Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be sent through an email to [email protected] · An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter (https://www.who.int/about/who-we-are/our-values)into practice. · WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of short-listed candidates. · WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco. · Please note that WHO’s contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services(SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly [email protected] 9/19/24, 10:15 AM National Technical Officer (Coverage and Equity) 17 positions (States and Regions)https://careers.who.int/careersection/in/jobdetail.ftl 2/3 In case the recruitment website does not display properly, please retry by: (i) checking that you have the latest version of the browser installed (Chrome, Edge or Firefox); (ii) clearing your browser history and opening the site in a new browser (not a new tab within the same browser); or (iii) retry accessing the website using Mozilla Firefox browser or using another device. Click the link for detailed guidance on completing job applications: Instructions for candidates · This post is subject to local recruitment and will be filled by persons recruited in the local commuting area of the duty station. Any extension of appointment would be subject to programmatic requirements, performance of the incumbent and availability of funds. · Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Purpose of consultancy

In line with the priorities of the Health Care Financing Strategy and the joint vision and action plan of the Department of Health (DOH) and PhilHealth, WHO has been requested to provide technical support to accelerate health financing reforms and support the achievement of national UHC targets. Particular emphasis is being placed on strengthening financial protection mechanisms, reducing OOP expenditures, promoting data-informed health financing policies and decision-making, and supporting the transition from Global Fund financing through a clear pathway toward sustainable domestic financing of priority disease programmes, including through strengthened PhilHealth coverage and strategic purchasing arrangements. These efforts are intended to enhance the efficiency, equity, and sustainability of the health financing system while supporting the long-term financing of HIV, tuberculosis, and other priority health programmes. To support these efforts, WHO seeks the services of a national health financing expert who will provide technical assistance in policy analysis, health financing analytics, stakeholder engagement, evidence generation, and the development and implementation of priority health financing initiatives in collaboration with DOH, PhilHealth, and other key partners.

Background

The Philippines has made significant progress in advancing Universal Health Care (UHC) through the implementation of the Universal Health Care Act and the adoption of the Health Care Financing Strategy of the Philippines 2023–2028: Towards Universal Health Care. As the country's medium-term financing roadmap, the Strategy aims to reduce out-of-pocket (OOP) spending and strengthen financial protection through four strategic objectives: increasing public funding for health; strengthening financing of primary care; ensuring equitable financing for health services and affordable medicines; and promoting transparency, accountability, and good governance in health. Despite these reforms, OOP spending continues to account for a substantial share of health expenditure, exposing many households to financial hardship and creating barriers to accessing needed health services. Sustained policy and implementation efforts are therefore required to accelerate progress toward national UHC goals and achieve the Strategy's targets for improved financial protection.

Deliverables

Output 1: Technical assistance for PhilHealth for the implementation of the DOH-PhilHealth Unified National Agenda (UNA)

Deliverable 1.1: Analysis and policy briefs on the PhilHealth benefit package optimization and performance-based payment metrics for the YAKAP package

Deliverable 1.2: Analaysis of the network contracting implementation at local government unit (LGU) level and documents to support the development of PhilHealth’s policies and guidelines for the network contracting and expansion of it including M&E

Deliverable 1.3: Policy briefs on options to streamline licensing and accreditation processes using risk-based approaches, particularly for primary care facilities, based on analysis of the current regulatory standards and gaps; review of existing guidelines and other Member States’ practices; and consultations with key stakeholders

Output 2: M&E framework for Special Health Fund operationalization, monitoring and evaluation

Deliverable 2.1: Policy briefs and technical documents on M&E framework for Special Health Fund implementation

Deliverable 2.2: Other analytical products to support data-informed policy development on Special Health Fund implementation

Output 3: Evaluation of financial protection policies and mechanisms

Deliverable 3.1: Technical assistance for monitoring of financial hardship and financial protection indicators by DOH, PhilHealth, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA); and capacity building for DOH and PSA on monitoring financial hardship using the revised SDG 3.8.2 methodology in coordination with WHO Regional Office and WHO Headquarters

Deliverable 3.2: Documentation of the implementation of the DOH Universal Health Care (UHC) Fund for Zero Balance Billing (ZBB) in LGU Hospitals, including analysis of program implementation, fund utilization, patient coverage, challenges, and lessons learned to inform policy, budgeting, and legislative directions

Output 4: Other technical assignments

Deliverable 4.1: Technical briefs, analytical products, WHO position papers, presentations, and other internal and external documents on priority health financing topics, including health taxes and health financing reforms

Qualifications, experience, skills and languages

Educational

Qualifications:

Essential: University degree in health financing, health economics, health policy, health systems, economics or other relevant health-related disciplines

Desirable: Post-graduate degree in health financing, health economics or a related field

Experience

Essential: At least five years of relevant experience in health financing policy development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, or health financing analytics at the national level or subnational level

Desirable: Work experience with government agencies, particularly the Department of Health, PhilHealth, or other health sector institutions; or work experience with the United Nations, international development agencies, or development partners. Experience in financial protection, strategic purchasing, or social health insurance

Skills/Knowledge:

Strong technical expertise in health financing, including financial protection, health financing policy, and health financing reforms.

Strong analytical and technical writing skills, including data collection, management, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of findings.

Good knowledge of health systems strengthening, health service delivery, and Universal Health Care reforms in the Philippines.

Excellent written and oral communication skills, including presentation and stakeholder engagement skills.

Ability to develop policy briefs, technical reports, presentations, and other knowledge products for technical and non-technical audiences.

Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and communicate with a wide range of stakeholders, including government agencies, development partners, and civil society organizations.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Languages and level required:

Essential: Expert knowledge of English and Filipino.

Location

On site: PhilHealth and World Health Organization, Country Office Philippines

Ground Floor, Building 3, Department of Health San Lazaro Compound

Rizal Avenue, Sta Cruz, Manila

Travel

The contract includes travel to various regions of the Philippines. Domestic travel to the regions, LGUs, CHDs, and partner-operated sites is anticipated.

Remuneration and budget (travel costs are excluded):

a. Remuneration: Band Level A, Php 250,000 (monthly)

b. Expected duration of contract: 11 months, October 2026 to September 2027

Additional Information:

This vacancy notice may be used to identify candidates for other similar consultancies at the same level.

Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

A written test may be used as a form of screening.

If your candidature is retained for 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.

For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.

The WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The WHO recruits workforce 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.

The WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its workforce.

Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply for WHO jobs.

Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be sent through an email to [email protected]

An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter (https://www.who.int/about/who-we-are/ourvalues) into practice.

WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of short-listed candidates.

WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

Consultants shall perform the work as independent contractors in a personal capacity, and not as a representative of any entity or authority.

WHO shall have no responsibility for any taxes, duties, social security contributions or other contributions payable by the Consultant. The Consultant shall be solely responsible for withholding and paying any taxes, duties, social security contributions and any other contributions which are applicable to the Consultant in each location/jurisdiction in which the work hereunder is performed, and the Consultant shall not be entitled to any reimbursement thereof by WHO.

Please note that WHO’s contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require

proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at [email protected].

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Operations Officer - (2604154) Grade: NO-B Contractual Arrangement: Temporary appointment under Staff Rule 420.4 Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 12 months Job Posting : Oct 12, 2026, 6:23:51 AM Closing Date : Nov 2, 2026, 5:59:00 PM Primary Location : West Bank and Gaza Strip-Gaza Organization : EM_PSE WHO Representative's Office, Palestine Schedule : Full-time IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings. OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME The primary goal of WHO is to support Member States in designing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating national health development plans for:(i) the achievement of national health targets;(ii) contribution to global and regional public health action; and(iii) the development of two-way collaboration that draws on the countries' experience to build a body of public health knowledge that can benefit the rest of the world. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES Provide information on all aspects of WHO country office operations, including interpreting policies, systems, and procedures, to the head of the WHO office and other staff at the WHO country office, field offices and projects. Supervise operations' staff and teams in delivering the full range of services in budget and finance, human resources, procurement, information and communication technology, security and staff safety, and general administration, in compliance with organizational policies, regulations, and procedures. Provide appropriate solutions, grounded in policy compliance and geared towards responsiveness to business needs. Assist in reviewing, coordinating and assessing the biennial work plans of the division/ unit including the human resources plans. Provide analytical inputs for financial monitoring and monitoring of programme implementation, recommending ways to accelerate implementation. Provide information and advice on financial policies and procedures applicable to the office in conformity with WHO established procedures. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education Essential: A university degree (bachelors) in a relevant field (such as finance, management, accountancy, economics or business administration). Desirable: Training in business administration or programme management. Experience Essential: A minimum of two years of relevant experience (administrative and managerial service provision, in compliance with related rules and procedures). Desirable: Previous work experience in WHO or other United Nations agency, preferably in General Service/National Professional Officer category. Skills Administrative, financial, and management principles, procedures, and policies of large public-sector organizations. The principles and practices of administration, programme, and project management. Quality assurance and compliance monitoring Implementation of financial budgetary principles Analysis of financial and administrative data Ability to engage with government, UN agencies and other development partners Ability to maintain excellent interpersonal working relations Ability to work with competing priorities under pressure WHO Competencies Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Producing results Ensuring the effective use of resources Creating an empowering and motivating environment Use of Language Skills Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Expert knowledge of Arabic. Desirable: REMUNERATION Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at ILS 302,898 (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 eManual. 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. WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (modifications or adjustments to the application or recruitment process) to support their participation in the application and recruitment process. Please send an email to [email protected] with your full name, the vacancy number you are applying for, and specific details of the accommodation needed in your request. An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice. WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates. WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco. For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int. WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully. The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered. Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at [email protected]. This is a National Professional Officer position. Therefore, only applications from nationals of the country where the duty station is located will be accepted. Applicants who are not nationals of this country will not be considered. 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Consultants Pharmacovigilance Systems Strengthening - (2603995)

Contractual Arrangement: External consultant

Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 3 Months

Job Posting

: Oct 12, 2026, 7:05:34 AM

Closing Date

: Oct 26, 2026, 6:59:00 PM

Primary Location

: Botswana-Gaborone

Organization

: AF_BWA Botswana

Schedule

: Full-time

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.

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Output 1.1: Conduct a detailed landscape and SWOT analysis of vigilance systems within the BoMRA and related stakeholders in Botswana.

Output 1.2: Review guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) working tools, and regulatory actions and decisions aligned with WHO Global benchmarking standards.

Output 1.3: Provide review of

- Evaluation of Risk Management Planning (RMP) and related documents

- Safety Communication and Vigilance data Publication

- Vigilance documents during conduct of Good Vigilance Inspections

- Implementation of IDPs at Adverse Drug Reaction Monitoring Centres (AMCs) against the Field Visit Manual for Assessing the Performance of Vigilance Function

Output 1.4: Provide guidance on communication to BoMRA stakeholders on

- Activities to be conducted to enhance understanding and compliance to regulations and guidelines

1. Deliverables:

· Monthly Progress Reports - Monthly written reports summarizing:

· Activities conducted Progress against IDP milestones

· Challenges encountered and mitigation actions

· Recommendations for the next period

· Comprehensive end of activity report on vigilance systems within the BoMRA and stakeholders, including activities conducted and recommendations on how to strengthen existing systems.

· GBT implementation status >95% completion by March 2027.

· Review of training materials, including presentations, handouts, and session summaries for safety surveillance and causality assessment.

· Recommendations for sustaining and accelerating progress

Consultant – Green Climate Fund Proposal Development Support (Unitaid) - (2604416) Contractual Arrangement: External consultant Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 11 months (subject to availability of funds) Job Posting : Oct 12, 2026, 10:45:17 AM Closing Date : Oct 26, 2026, 6:59:00 PM Primary Location : Switzerland-Geneva Organization : UT/UTD UNITAID International drug purchase facility Schedule : Full-time IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings. .. Purpose of consultancy The consultant will provide dedicated proposal-development, project management and stakeholder coordination support to Unitaid for the development and submission of its Green Climate Fund (GCF) Funding Proposal. Building on the existing GCF concept note, the consultant will coordinate the development of the full Funding Proposal, ensuring that the required technical, operational, financial, country and stakeholder inputs are effectively planned, coordinated, consolidated and integrated into a coherent and high-quality submission aligned with GCF requirements and standards. The consultant will be responsible for establishing and maintaining the overall proposal development workplan, tracking key milestones, actions, dependencies, risks and outstanding issues, and facilitating timely contributions from relevant Unitaid teams, countries, implementing partners, WHO and other stakeholders. The consultant will also support the review, quality assurance and finalization of the Funding Proposal and associated materials through to submission to the GCF. The consultant will work closely with Unitaid Climate & Health Technical Managers, the Resource Mobilization team and the wider Climate & Health team, coordinating inputs across multiple technical and institutional workstreams and supporting effective stakeholder engagement throughout the proposal development process. The assignment requires strong project management, coordination, stakeholder management, delivery discipline and the ability to work across multiple technical and institutional workstreams without formal line-management responsibility. The consultant will be accountable for the agreed consultancy outputs and for coordinating the processes, inputs and timelines required to support the development and submission of the GCF Funding Proposal. The consultant will not have line-management, staff-supervision or formal team-management responsibilities. Background Unitaid is focused on driving equitable access to innovative health products and solutions and, through its Climate & Health strategic work, is addressing the intersection between climate change and global health. Climate change is increasingly affecting health systems, health-product supply chains and access to essential health products, while the health sector itself contributes significantly to global greenhouse gas emissions. Unitaid’s Climate & Health work seeks to identify and scale innovative approaches that can strengthen the resilience of health systems and health-product markets while addressing their environmental footprint. As part of this work, Unitaid has developed a concept note for potential financing from the Green Climate Fund. The next phase is to develop this concept into a complete and investment-ready GCF Funding Proposal, supported by the necessary technical, operational, financial and country inputs. The Funding Proposal is expected to be submitted to the GCF by August 2027, subject to the applicable GCF and Unitaid timelines. The GCF funding decision is anticipated in March 2028, subject to the GCF review process and timeline. Deliverables The consultancy is funded from November 2026 to April 2027, with any remaining period subject to Unitaid’s funding decision. The primary focus will be on the development, quality assurance and submission of the GCF Funding Proposal, with limited support following submission during the initial GCF review period, as required and within the scope of the agreed consultancy period and deliverables. The consultant will: Establish and maintain an overall workplan for development and submission of the GCF Funding Proposal; Coordinate technical, country, financial, operational and stakeholder inputs required for the proposal, including through country engagement, consultations and field visits, as appropriate; Support the consolidation and synthesis of technical, country, financial, operational and stakeholder inputs into a coherent, investment-ready Funding Proposal, ensuring consistency across the proposal and alignment with applicable GCF requirements, policies, templates, investment criteria and submission standards; Support the review and quality assurance of the Funding Proposal and associated materials, including through systematic tracking of GCF requirements, identification of gaps or inconsistencies, and coordination of inputs required to address outstanding issues prior to submission; Track key milestones, actions, dependencies, risks and outstanding issues; Facilitate coordination across Unitaid teams, countries, implementing partners, WHO and other relevant stakeholders throughout the consultancy period. Coordinate finalization and submission of the Funding Proposal to the GCF. Key Deliverable/milestone: Final GCF Funding Proposal package completed, quality-assured, approved and submitted to the GCF by August/September 2027, subject to the final GCF and Unitaid timelines. Following submission, the consultant may provide support to Unitaid during the initial GCF review period, including coordination of responses to GCF questions, comments and requests for additional information, to the extent covered by the agreed consultancy period and deliverables and up to the contract end date. Monthly work reports The consultant will provide a concise monthly work report covering: Activities undertaken during the reporting period; Progress against the agreed workplan and key milestones; Key outputs and achievements; Stakeholder coordination and engagement undertaken; Outstanding issues, risks and dependencies; Actions and priorities for the following month; and Matters requiring Unitaid attention, decision or escalation. The monthly work reports will serve as the primary reporting mechanism for the consultancy. Qualifications, experience, skills and languages Educational qualifications Essential: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in international development, public health, climate change, environmental studies, economics, public policy, international relations, business administration, programme management or a related field. Desirable: Additional qualification, training or certification in climate finance, development finance, project/programme management, global health, climate change or a related field. Experience Essential experience At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in consulting, programme or project management, investment, international development, global health, climate finance, proposal development, or related fields, including experience developing, structuring or managing large-scale investment projects, programmes or funding proposals. Proposal development: Demonstrated experience developing high-quality funding proposals, investment cases or donor applications. Programme coordination: Demonstrated experience coordinating complex projects or programmes involving multiple technical experts, institutions, countries and stakeholders, including workplans, priorities, dependencies and deadlines. 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Coordination and facilitation: Strong stakeholder engagement, facilitation and influencing skills, including the ability to coordinate diverse contributions, facilitate decision-making and secure timely inputs without formal line-management authority. Technical synthesis: Strong ability to synthesize diverse inputs into clear, coherent and compelling proposals and briefing materials. Communication and presentation: Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills, including with the ability to communicate complex issues clearly and concisely to senior stakeholders. Organization and delivery: Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to work independently and maintain delivery momentum under tight deadlines. Climate and health: Good understanding of the relationship between climate change and health, including climate resilience, health systems, access and innovation. 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1. Background

Eswatini remains committed to reducing maternal, newborn and child morbidity and mortality as part of its efforts to achieve Universal Health Coverage (UHC), the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and national health sector priorities. However, preventable maternal and perinatal deaths continue to occur due to challenges related to quality of care, delays in identification and management of complications, inadequate referral systems, and limited use of mortality surveillance data to drive corrective actions.

Maternal and Perinatal Death Surveillance and Response (MPDSR) is a critical quality improvement approach that enables countries to identify, review and respond to maternal and perinatal deaths and near misses in order to prevent future deaths and adverse outcomes. In Eswatini, implementation of MPDSR has been guided by the National MPDSR Guideline developed in 2015. While progress has been made in establishing review processes, the current system requires strengthening to align with updated global recommendations, quality of care standards, and emerging digital health solutions. There is also a need to strengthen governance and accountability through functional MPDSR committees at national, regional and facility levels and to institutionalize quality improvement processes that ensure implementation of recommendations arising from death reviews.

At the same time, reducing maternal and newborn mortality depends on timely access to high-quality Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (EmONC) services. The country requires updated evidence on the availability, readiness and functionality of EmONC services to guide service optimization and investment decisions. Strengthening referral pathways and establishing an optimized national EmONC network are essential to ensuring timely access to lifesaving care, particularly for women and newborns experiencing obstetric and neonatal emergencies.

Despite significant progress in child survival interventions, routine immunization coverage in Eswatini remains below the national target of 80% for several antigens. Suboptimal vaccination coverage leaves children vulnerable to vaccine-preventable diseases and increases the risk of outbreaks that can reverse gains in child health and survival. Challenges contributing to low coverage include missed opportunities for vaccination, gaps in service delivery, inadequate defaulter tracking, supply chain constraints, vaccine hesitancy in some communities, and inequities in access to immunization services, particularly among hard-to-reach populations. Strengthening routine immunization and Vaccine preventable Disease surveillance is therefore critical to reducing child morbidity and mortality and ensuring that every child receives life-saving vaccines according to the national immunization schedule.

Rationale

To support these priorities, technical assistance from a qualified officer is required to provide specialized expertise in strengthening Maternal and Perinatal Death Surveillance and Response (MPDSR), improving Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (EmONC) referral systems, and enhancing routine immunization programme performance. The Officer will work closely with the Ministry of Health and relevant stakeholders to review and update the MPDSR guideline, support the design and institutionalization of the electronic MPDSR system, strengthen the national EmONC referral network and database, and assess and address barriers to routine immunization coverage. This support will contribute to strengthening the country's capacity to generate and use high-quality maternal, newborn and child health data, improve access to lifesaving maternal and newborn care, increase immunization coverage, enhance accountability, and ultimately accelerate efforts to reduce preventable maternal, newborn and child morbidity and mortality.

2. Deliverables

Overall objectives of the Special Service Agreement (SSA) are to:

· To strengthen the national Maternal and Perinatal Death Surveillance and Response (MPDSR) system through the review and updating of the National MPDSR Guideline, establishment and capacity building of MPDSR committees at all levels, integration of quality improvement approaches, and institutionalization of a functional electronic MPDSR (eMPDSR) platform for surveillance, response monitoring and accountability.

To strengthen Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (EmONC) and referral systems through assessment of service availability and readiness, optimization of a national EmONC network, mapping of referral pathways, and development of evidence-based maternal and newborn health referral guidance.

To strengthen routine immunization service delivery and programme performance through assessment of immunization coverage and equity gaps, identification of service delivery and community barriers, strengthening monitoring and data use systems, improving defaulter tracking mechanisms, and development of evidence-based strategies to increase routine immunization coverage towards and beyond the national target of 80%.

Scope of work

The Officer will provide technical assistance to the Ministry of Health and relevant stakeholders to strengthen maternal and perinatal death surveillance and response, improve access to quality emergency obstetric and newborn care, and enhance routine immunization programme performance. The assignment will focus on reviewing and updating the national MPDSR guideline, supporting the design and institutionalization of an electronic MPDSR system, strengthening the national EmONC referral network and database, and assessing and strengthening routine immunization systems to improve coverage and equity.

The SSA Officer will undertake the following key activities:

1. Review and update the national MPDSR guideline

Conduct a comprehensive review of the existing 2015 MPDSR guideline, implementation experience, and relevant national policies and strategies.

Assess the guideline against current WHO recommendations, global standards, and best practices for maternal and perinatal death surveillance and response.

Consult with relevant stakeholders, including the Ministry of Health, health facilities, professional councils, development partners, and other key stakeholders, to identify gaps and areas requiring revision.

Update the MPDSR guideline, including surveillance, notification, death review, data management, analysis, response, recommendation tracking, accountability, and feedback mechanisms.

Develop or update relevant tools, standard operating procedures, reporting templates, and implementation guidance to support operationalization of the revised guideline.

Facilitate stakeholder review, validation, and finalization of the revised MPDSR guideline.

2. Support the development and institutionalization of an electronic MPDSR system

Assess existing MPDSR reporting processes, information flows, data requirements, and digital health platforms to identify opportunities for integration and digitization.

Develop a functional framework and requirements for an electronic MPDSR system, including reporting, case notification, death review, recommendation tracking, dashboards, data analysis, and reporting functions.

Ensure that the proposed system is aligned with national digital health architecture, data standards, interoperability requirements, and existing health information systems, where applicable.

Support the development, configuration, or adaptation of electronic MPDSR tools and dashboards in collaboration with relevant technical teams.

Develop data-flow processes, user roles, data quality requirements, and procedures for data management, reporting, and information use.

Support pilot testing of the electronic MPDSR system in selected facilities and document lessons learned and recommendations for scale-up.

Develop an implementation and scale-up plan, including capacity-building requirements and sustainability considerations.

3. Strengthen the EmONC referral network and national database

Review the existing availability, functionality, distribution, and capacity of EmONC services and referral arrangements.

Map and classify prioritized EmONC facilities and assess their linkages with referring and receiving facilities.

Develop a national EmONC facility database, including key service availability, functionality, geographic location, referral capacity, and contact information.

Review and/or develop evidence-based referral guidelines and standard operating procedures for maternal and newborn emergencies.

Develop a functional referral network linking community, primary, secondary, and tertiary levels of care.

Identify critical gaps and bottlenecks affecting timely referral and access to EmONC services.

Recommend practical measures to strengthen coordination, communication, referral tracking, and feedback between facilities.

Develop a roadmap for strengthening and maintaining the EmONC referral network and database.

4. Strengthen Routine Immunization Programme Performance and Vaccine Preventable Surveillance System

Review routine immunization programme performance, coverage trends, dropout rates, and equity gaps at national and subnational levels.

Conduct an assessment of barriers and bottlenecks affecting routine immunization coverage, including service delivery, demand generation, vaccine supply chain, data quality, supervision, and community engagement.

Building capacity for routine immunization activities and surveillance for vaccine preventable diseases, aiming to increase access for safe immunization for all eligible age group, introduce new cost-effective vaccines, respond public health emergencies, expand vaccine preventable diseases surveillance, sustain polio free status and measles elimination.

Facilitate stakeholder consultations and validation of findings and recommendations for strengthening routine immunization services.

5. Capacity building, stakeholder engagement, and knowledge transfer

Facilitate technical workshops and consultations with relevant stakeholders throughout the assignment.

Build the capacity of designated Ministry of Health and health facility teams on the revised MPDSR guideline, electronic MPDSR processes, data use, EmONC referral mechanisms, routine immunization programme management, monitoring, quality improvement, and evidence-based decision-making.

Provide hands-on coaching and mentorship to relevant technical teams to promote ownership and sustainability.

Document lessons learned, good practices, challenges, and recommendations for continued implementation

Key Deliverables

The Officer is expected to deliver the following outputs:

Inception report and detailed workplan

MPDSR guideline review and gap assessment report

Updated national MPDSR guideline and implementation tools

Electronic MPDSR system technical framework

Electronic MPDSR pilot and scale-up package

EmONC assessment and mapping report

National EmONC facility database and referral network

EmONC referral guidelines/SOPs

Routine Immunization and Vaccine-Preventable Disease Surveillance Assessment Report

National Immunization and Vaccine-Preventable Disease Strengthening Plan

11. Capacity Building Package for Immunization and VPD Surveillance

12. Polio Eradication and Measles Elimination Sustainability Framework

13. Capacity-building and stakeholder consultation reports

14. Final Report and Sustainability Roadmap

OUTPUTS

Revised MPDSR guideline and tools.

Institutionalized electronic MPDSR framework/system.

Strengthened EmONC mapping, database and referral network.

Comprehensive routine immunization and VPD assessment and improvement plan.

New Vaccine Introduction guidelines and Tools

Capacity-building and implementation/sustainability roadmap.

End-of-assignment report.

3. Qualifications, experience, skills and languages

Educational Qualifications and Experience

Education (Qualifications)

Essential:

Master’s degree in public health or relevant health-related field.

· University undergraduate degree in Medicine or related field

Desirable:

· Specialized training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Health Systems, Epidemiology, Health Informatics, Health Policy.

· PhD in Medicine, Public health or related field.

Experience

Essential:

At lease minimum of 8 years of experience in maternal, newborn and child health and routine immunization programming.

Demonstrated experience in MPDSR implementation and quality-of-care initiatives.

Proven experience in digital health systems design and implementation.

Experience conducting EmONC assessments and referral system strengthening.

Familiarity with WHO standards, MPDSR guidelines, EmONC frameworks and EPI guidelines

Experience working with Ministries of Health and development partners.

Desirable:

· Experience in Southern Africa or similar settings is desirable.

· Prior working experience with WHO/UN agencies, international organizations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Competencies)

Knowledge and Skills

Sound knowledge and experience with national SRH and EPI programming.

Excellent analytic and writing skills

Very good writing, presentation, documentation, and data analysis skills.

Maturity and professional ability to handle sensitive information and ability to respect the and uphold client confidentiality protocols, even after the contract ends.

IT skills (Basic Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Excellent command of MS-Office

Planning and organizing

Competencies

Technical Expertise: demonstrates the required expertise and technical knowledge in functional area.

Teamwork: treats all people with dignity and respect and demonstrates ability to work constructively with people of diverse backgrounds and orientations. Respecting and promoting individual and cultural difference

Communication: expresses oneself clearly in conversation and produces effective written communications

Producing results - produces and delivers quality results and committed to achieving outcomes.

Languages and level required

Excellent knowledge of English.

Reporting

Produce desk review report prior to the review

Draft progress report on weekly basis supported by output/ evidence and submit progress report in weekly technical meetings

Produce end of mission/project report

4. Technical Supervision

The incumbent will report to the WHO Representative (WR) of Eswatini and shall work closely with the WHO Health System Strengthening (HSS) Advisor

5. Location

Eswatini, National level

6. Travel

Travel within the regions, health facilities and communities

7. Remuneration and budget (travel costs excluded)

Grade: NOC

Contractual Arrangement Special Service Agreement (SSA)

Duration: The work is expected to take six (6) months with possibility of extension subject to avaialibilty of funding and adequate performance

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International Consultant - Field Epidemiology Training Programmes (FETPs) - (2604473) Contractual Arrangement: External consultant Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 6 months Job Posting : Oct 13, 2026, 8:39:52 AM Closing Date : Oct 28, 2026, 6:59:00 PM Primary Location : Egypt-Cairo Organization : EM/WHE WHO Health Emergencies Programme (WHE) Schedule : Part-time IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings. .. 1. Area of expertise : International Consultant - Field Epidemiology Training Programmes (FETPs) 2. Purpose of consultancy The consultant is expected to work with WHE/ISO to provide specialized technical support to WHO EMRO for strengthening the quality, implementation and sustainability of FETPs across the Eastern Mediterranean Region 3. Background Field Epidemiology Training Programmes (FETPs) are an important mechanism for strengthening national and regional capacities for surveillance, outbreak investigation, risk assessment, and response to public health emergencies. Through competency-based and field-oriented training, FETPs contribute to developing a sustainable public health workforce capable of detecting and responding to emerging and ongoing health threats. The WHO Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean (WHO EMRO) is supporting Member States to establish, strengthen and institutionalize FETPs according to national needs and public health priorities. This includes technical support to newly established and evolving programmes, including those in Syria and Kuwait, as well as other countries requesting assistance. At the regional level, WHO EMRO is also working towards the establishment of a Regional Advanced FETP to strengthen advanced epidemiological competencies and develop a cadre of public health professionals capable of addressing complex, cross-border and regional public health threats. To ensure programme quality and sustainability, there is also a need for a standardized approach to assess FETP implementation, performance and institutionalization and to identify areas requiring improvement. WHO EMRO therefore seeks the services of a consultant to support the development and piloting of an FETP programme assessment tool; provide technical assistance for the establishment and implementation of FETPs in countries; and support the design and establishment of the Regional Advanced FETP. 4. Deliverables a. Output 1: Develop and Launch a Pilot for an FETP Programme Assessment Tool Deliverable 1.1: Conduct a desk review of existing FETP assessment frameworks, standards and relevant tools developed by WHO and other recognized technical partners. Deliverable 1.2: Develop a standardized and adaptable FETP programme assessment tool covering key programme components, Deliverable 1.3: Validate and examine the assessment tool in one selected country. · Deliverable 1.4: Prepare a final pilot assessment report, including recommendations and proposed next steps for broader regional application. b. Output 2: Provide Technical Support to Country FETPs Deliverable 2.1: Provide technical support to program implementation in selected countries. Deliverable 2.2: Provide technical support to the development and strengthening of mentorship systems. Deliverable 2.3: Facilitate or co-facilitate FETP workshops, mentorship training and other capacity-building activities. c. Output 3: Establish the Regional Advanced FETP Deliverable 3.1: Lead a consultative dialoge with partners, national FETP program managers and Academia to develop Regional advanced FETP program. Deliverable 3.2: Support the development of the overall programme plan including framework, objectives and implementation approach. Deliverable 3.3 Provide documentation for the progress of the consultative dialogue. 5. Qualifications, experience, skills and languages - Qualifications required: Essential: An advanced university degree (Master’s level or above) in epidemiology, public health or in a related field from a recognized institution Desirable: Specialized training in field epidemiology, specialized training in emergency/humanitarian response - Experience required: Essential: from 5 to 10 years of experience in communicable disease surveillance and response to outbreaks/emergencies Desirable: Previous work experience with WHO - Skills / Technical skills and knowledge: - Good knowledge of WHO mandate and goals and the UN programs; - Proven ability to communicate effectively. Excellent communication and writing skills; - Ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment; - Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work under pressure. - Tact, discretion and diplomacy - Language requirements: Essential: Expert knowledge of English 6. Location The consultant is expected to work remotely (off site). 7. Travel Selected consultant may be deployed for surge in any EMR countries for outbreak response to support on the ISO work (as written on Work to be performed). 8. Remuneration and budget (travel costs are excluded): a. Remuneration: Band level B b. Expected duration of contract: 6 months – Part-time · This vacancy notice may be used to identify candidates for other similar consultancies at the same level. Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted. A written test may be used as a form of screening. If your candidature is retained for 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. For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int. · The WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The WHO recruits workforce 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. The WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its workforce. 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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The vision of the Division of Health Promotion, Disease Prevention and Care (PPC) is to advance health for all by anticipating change and integrating promotion, prevention and care across all health and disease areas to address today's greatest health burdens and tomorrow's challenges​. Within PPC Division, the Department for HIV, Tuberculosis, Hepatitis and Sexually Transmitted Infections (HTH) aims to lead the global effort to end HIV, Tuberculosis, Hepatitis, and Sexually Transmitted Infections, by delivering norms & standards, and making sure that every person has equitable access to people-centred scientific evidence, services, and innovations, no matter where they live.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Under the supervision of the Team Lead and overall direction of the Unit Head for People-Centred Services, Key Populations and Comorbidities (SPC), the incumbent will be responsible for the following:

Coordinate the development of evidence-based normative guidance and ensure WHO's leadership on EMTCT, together with the Department of Sexual, Reproductive, Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health and Ageing (LHR) is maintained. This includes prevention and treatment for women and girls and early infant service delivery in close collaboration and coordination with the relevant external stakeholders.

Coordinate revision of WHO guidance related to EMTCT, including for monitoring and evaluation, validation, and approaches, identifying baselines, and targets to advance elimination.

Provide technical expertise and capacity building support to WHO regional and country offices to disseminate and implement new normative guidance and foster south-to-south learning through sharing of best practices.

Provide technical guidance and support to member states on policy and capacity building for health system strengthening towards integration for elimination and validation, including on monitoring and evaluation related frameworks, human rights commitments, community engagement and gender equity.

Ensure that early impact and lessons learned on the implementation of guidelines are disseminated at the global level.

Coordinate the Triple Elimination Initiative for ending paediatric HIV, syphilis and HBV infections globally, utilizing the expert advice and recommendations from WHO designed validation structures at all levels including the Global Validation Advisory Committee (GVAC), regional validation committees (RVCs) and national validation committees (NVCs) in priority countries.

Coordinate the functioning of the Global Validation Secretariat (GVS) and partnerships for EMTCT validation with other UN agencies and multilateral partners.

Coordinate revision of EMTCT validation guidance, including for monitoring and evaluation, validation guidelines and approaches, identifying baselines, and targets to advance elimination and its validation.

Serve as the technical focal point for the EMTCT agenda, including addressing prevention and care responses in non-pregnant adolescent girls and young women, pregnant and breastfeeding women and girls living with HIV or HBV, or seropositive for syphilis, which requires extensive interagency collaboration.

Serve as the technical lead for critical and timely updates of existing, biomedical EMTCT and infant service delivery guidelines focused on eliminating paediatric HIV, syphilis and viral hepatitis infections.

Participate as a technical focal point in relevant interagency fora and partnerships on EMTCT and early infant service delivery, particularly in collaboration with UNICEF and UNAIDS.

Contribute to intra- and inter-departmental efforts to strengthen the integration of EMTCT responses within primary health care and reproductive health platforms.

Work closely with relevant technical focal points in the department and in the Department of Sexual, Reproductive, Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health and Ageing (LHR), to ensure scale up of treatment and care for HIV, syphilis and HBV for pregnant and breastfeeding women living with or seropositive for HIV, syphilis and HBV, and a focus on post-partum service delivery and follow up.

Provide technical input to WHO efforts to set the research agenda and monitoring and assess trends of HIV, Viral Hepatitis and STIs in infants and children.

Build and sustain technical and strategic collaboration with other key stakeholders working on paediatric issues with the UN system (UNAIDS, UNICEF), Global Fund, Unitaid and other partners as well as with international NGOs and academic partners.

Any other tasks as requested by the Unit Head.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential:

Advanced level university degree (MD or equivalent) in Medicine from a recognized institution.

Advanced level university degree (Masters level or equivalent) in public health, health sciences, communicable diseases, or a related field.

Desirable: Additional training or PhD in infectious diseases, preferably related to HIV, STIs, TB or hepatitis.

Experience

Essential:

At least seven years of progressive professional experience in infectious disease programmes, with a focus on HIV and/or STI programmes, including policy development, programme implementation, service delivery, and/or research at national and/or international levels.

Demonstrated international exposure.

Demonstrated experience in the development and implementation of policies, strategies, and guidelines for communicable diseases, including HIV or STIs, and in the delivery of integrated services for HIV, STIs and related comorbidities and health conditions, including noncommunicable diseases, mental health conditions, and opportunistic infections.

At least 2 years' experience in providing implementation guidance and technical support in the field of Elimination of Mother to Child Transmission (eMTCT) in LMICs.

Proven experience collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders, including national governments, implementing partners, civil society organizations, and development partners, to support the adoption, implementation, and scale-up of health policies and programmes.

Desirable:

Experience in developing and maintaining technical partnerships, documented experience in service delivery settings in LMICs (SRH and MCH) is an asset.

Substantial experience working with WHO, the United Nations system, or other international organizations in HIV or STI programme, policy, implementation, and/or technical support.

Skills

Thorough knowledge of clinical and public health aspects of paediatric HIV, viral hepatitis and STIs treatment and care.

Ability to follow and evaluate global clinical and operational research and translate evidence into public health recommendations in the context of resource constrained settings.

Proven ability to develop and update critical policies and guidelines and to write in a clear and concise manner.

In-depth knowledge of clinical and behavioural approaches in EMTCT and early infant treatment, care and service delivery, and their integration into health care systems, preferably in low-income settings.

Ability to analyse, coordinate and communicate cohesive actions for the elaboration of policies and strategies, and planning.

Ability to promote and coordinate actions to ensure community engagement, respect of human rights and gender equity in the EMTCT response.

Excellent partnership building skills, tact and diplomacy.

WHO Competencies

Teamwork

Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences

Communication

Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond

Moving forward in a changing environment

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English.

Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of French.

REMUNERATION

WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 86,027 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 6000 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.

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 eManual.

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.

Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.

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.

WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply.

Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (modifications or adjustments to the application or recruitment process) to support their participation in the application and recruitment process. Please send an email to [email protected] with your full name, the vacancy number you are applying for, and specific details of the accommodation needed in your request.

An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.

WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.

Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Candidates appointed to a fixed-term position in the International Professional category (Grades P1-D2) are eligible for Geographical Mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world.

WHO also offers a wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.

The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.

Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at [email protected].

WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

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Purpose of consultancy This consultancy will support the HIV response in Fiji related to the area of information technology and digital systems and using data for impact. Background The HIV situation in Fiji has changed in recent years, with more infections linked to new patterns of risk. Injecting drug use, especially with methamphetamine, has become more common, and many people who inject drugs share needles because there are no harm reduction services such as needle and syringe programmes or opioid substitution therapy. This gap has created a fast route of transmission in some communities. At the same time, many people are still being diagnosed late, testing does not always reach those most at risk, and stigma continues to discourage early care. The national response from the Fijian government is focusing on broadening testing options, improving access to treatment, and strengthening surveillance and laboratory systems. Community groups now play a larger role in reaching people who do not access formal health services. There is also continued work to better connect HIV, STI, Hepatitis and TB services so that people can get what they need in one place and stay in care. Digital systems and information technology are increasingly central to effective HIV surveillance, especially when an epidemic is expanding and timely data is needed to guide the response. Well-maintained digital platforms enable timely case reporting, tracking of testing and treatment outcomes, smooth data flow between clinics and laboratories, and early identification of gaps across the cascade of care. Reliable databases also support modelling, forecasting and resource planning as programmes scale up. In an emerging HIV epidemic, investing in strong IT systems, secure data architecture, user training and ongoing system maintenance ensures that information is complete, consistent and actionable, allowing health authorities to target interventions quickly and effectively. Deliverables The specific outputs under this consultancy include: Output 1: Assessment of Existing HIV, STIs, Hepatitis and TB Information Systems Deliverable 1.1: Mapping of current HIV, STIs, Hepatitis and TB data systems, platforms, and reporting tools across national, divisional and facility levels. Deliverable 1.2: Analysis of data flows, interoperability issues, timeliness and completeness of reporting. Deliverable 1.3: Gap assessment report highlighting system weaknesses, user challenges and priority areas for improvement. Output 2: Phased Systems Strengthening Roadmap Developed Deliverable 2.1: Roadmap outlining short-, medium- and long-term actions to improve digital systems and data quality. Deliverable 2.2: Interoperability plan specifying required linkages, data standards and security protocols. Deliverable 2.3: Framework for real-time monitoring, confidentiality safeguards and ethical data use. Output 3: Technical Assistance for HIS Governance and Capacity Building Deliverable 3.1: Updated standard operating procedures for data entry, reporting, validation and confidentiality. Deliverable 3.2: Data governance guidelines covering roles, permissions, oversight and system maintenance. Deliverable 3.3: Training modules for health workers and programme staff on system use, data quality and troubleshooting. Deliverable 3.4: Develop and implement a structured capacity-building and knowledge-transfer plan, including regular mentoring sessions with the MHMS Digital Health Officer, to ensure sustained national ownership and management of HIV and related health information systems beyond the consultancy period. Output 4: Strengthened Integration Across Key Health and Programme Systems Deliverable 4.1: Detailed linkage plan between PATIS+/PATIS-CMRIS, Tamanu, STARLIMS, mSupply, and the National Notifiable Disease Surveillance System (NNDSS) and HIV, STIs, Hepatitis, and TB programme databases. Deliverable 4.2: Data exchange templates and technical specifications for interoperability. Deliverable 4.3: Progress report documenting implemented linkages, testing outcomes and remaining gaps. Qualifications, experience, skills and languages Educational Qualifications Essential: University degree in IT, Computer Science, Health Informatics, or related fields. Desirable: Master’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Health Informatics, or related fields. IT certifications will be an added advantage. Experience Essential: At least 2 years' experience in developing, integrating, and managing health information systems. Experience in system design, database management, data interoperability, and user training for digital health platforms. Desirable: Experience of working with the UN system and experience of working with the Fijian Government. Technical skills and knowledge Strong expertise in information systems design and integration, including interoperability and secure data exchange. Proficiency in analysing system architecture, data flows, and digital platform performance. Experience developing SOPs, governance frameworks, and data quality protocols. Practical knowledge of database management and digital platform operations. Understanding of confidentiality requirements and real-time reporting processes. Ability to deliver user training, mentor staff, and support system roll-out. Experience implementing digital solutions in Pacific or similar contexts. Knowledge of database optimisation, dashboard development, and data visualisation. Familiarity with DHIS2, PATIS+, Tamanu or similar platforms. Understanding of API-based system linkages and cloud-based architecture. Ability to support data use for modelling, forecasting, and programme planning. Languages: Essential: Fluency in the English Language. Competencies Communication Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyon Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Promoting WHO’s position in health leadership Location Division of Pacific Technical Support office, Suva, Fiji. Travel The Consultant is expected to travel within Fiji, in accordance with programme needs and WHO travel polices. Remuneration (travel costs are excluded) Remuneration: FJD441/day for 20 days/month/ FJD8,820/month x 11 months, FJD97,020 Expected duration of contract: 11 months, starting January 2027 (subject to completion of recruitment and selection formalities). Additional Information: This vacancy notice may be used to identify candidates for other similar consultancies at the same level. Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted. A written test may be used as a form of screening. If your candidature is retained for 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. For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int. The WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The WHO recruits workforce 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. The WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its workforce. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply for WHO jobs. Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be sent through an email to [email protected]. An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter (https://www.who.int/about/who-we-are/our-values) into practice. WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of short-listed candidates. WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco. Consultants shall perform the work as independent contractors in a personal capacity, and not as a representative of any entity or authority. WHO shall have no responsibility for any taxes, duties, social security contributions or other contributions payable by the Consultant. The Consultant shall be solely responsible for withholding and paying any taxes, duties, social security contributions and any other contributions which are applicable to the Consultant in each location/jurisdiction in which the work hereunder is performed, and the Consultant shall not be entitled to any reimbursement thereof by WHO. Please note that WHO’s contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at [email protected]. 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Operations Support Officer - (2604466) Grade: P2 Contractual Arrangement: Fixed-term appointment Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 2 years Job Posting : Oct 14, 2026, 9:46:55 PM Closing Date : Nov 6, 2026, 5:59:00 PM Primary Location : Samoa-Apia Organization : WP_WSM Samoa Schedule : Full-time IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings. .. OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME In line with the Fourteenth General Programme of Work (GPW14), the WHO Representative office for Samoa, American Samoa, Cook Islands, Niue and Tokelau supports WHO’s overarching goal to promote, provide and protect health and well-being for all people, everywhere. The immediate strategic objective is to ensure the efficient, compliant, and accountable delivery of programme and operational services that enable the effective implementation of WHO-supported health priorities across Samoa and the associated Pacific Island Countries and Territories served by the office. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES Under the guidance of the Head of the WHO Country Office, the incumbent will oversee the delivery of efficient, effective, and timely operational services for the WHO Country office. This includes the management of financial and human resources management, procurement, ICT, security, and general administrative areas, adhering to organizational policies, regulations, and procedures. The role holder proposes methods and necessary process readjustments which respond to changes in the operating environment, particularly in emergency settings. Summary of assigned duties Provide information to the head of the WHO country office and other staff of the country office and projects on all aspects of country office operations, interpreting policies, systems, and procedures. Supervise staff and teams of operations in delivering the full range of services in budget and finance, human resources, procurement, information and communication technologies, security and staff safety, and general administration, in compliance with organizational policies, regulations, and procedures. Provide appropriate solutions grounded in policy compliance and geared towards responsiveness to business needs. Assist in reviewing, coordinating, and assessing the biennial work plans including the human resources plans. Provide inputs for the operational budget, and support its management and implementation monitoring. Provide advice on financial policies and procedures applicable to the office in conformity with WHO-established procedures. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education Essential: A university degree (bachelor’s) in finance, management, accountancy, economics, business administration or other similar relevant fields. Desirable: Training in business administration or programme management. 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/ . Experience Essential: A minimum of two years relevant work experience in the area of administration, supporting implementation of budget and finance, human resources, procurement and/or logistics services. Desirable: Previous work experience in WHO or other United Nations agencies. Relevant international exposure an asset. Skills Experience with administrative, financial, and management principles, procedures, and policies of large public-sector organizations Knowledge of the principles and practices of administration, programme and project management Experience with financial procedures including imprest management Knowledge of quality assurance and compliance monitoring Skills in implementing financial budgetary principles Ability to analyze financial and administrative data Ability to engage with government, UN agencies and other development partners Ability to maintain excellent interpersonal working relations Ability to work with competing priorities under pressure WHO Competencies Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Moving forward in a changing environment Producing results Enhanced WHO Global Competency Model: who-enhanced-competence.pdf Use of Language Skills Essential: Excellent knowledge of English. REMUNERATION WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 56,046 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 1,742 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children. 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 eManual. 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. Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply. 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. WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (modifications or adjustments to the application or recruitment process) to support their participation in the application and recruitment process. Please send an email to [email protected] with your full name, the vacancy number you are applying for, and specific details of the accommodation needed in your request. An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice. WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates. Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Candidates appointed to a fixed-term position in the International Professional category (Grades P1-D2) are eligible for Geographical Mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world. 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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

WHO India Country Office collaborates with the Government of India and relevant stakeholderswithin the framework of the collaborative Country Cooperation Strategy, to actively support the development and implementation of national healthpolicies, strategies and plans aiming at promoting access to and utilization ofaffordable and quality health services and improving the financial protectionagainst health-related risks.

To collaborate with national authorities toimprove health and quality of life through promotion of environmental healthespecially in the areas of water supply and sanitation, chemical safety,occupational health, air pollution, climate change.

To collaborate and support related areas ofwork such as prevention and control of water and sanitation linked diseases,burden of disease attributable to environmental factors, climate change,preparedness and response to chemical and radio-nuclear events and sustainabledevelopment.

To liaise with other related teams such ascommunicable and non-communicable diseases, health through the life-course,food safety and health system development for coordination of various healthrelated activities.

Underlying Values and Core Functions of WHO WHO's mandate revolves around six (6) leadership priorities specifying(i) advancing universal health coverage (ii) health related sustainabledevelopment goals (iii) addressing the challenge of non-communicable diseasesand mental health, violence and injuries and disabilities (iv) implementing theprovisions of the International Health Regulations (2005) (v) increasing accessto quality, safe, efficacious and affordable medical products (vi) addressingthe social, economic and environmental determinants of health.

The South - East Asia Region (SEAR) of WHO ismade up of 10 countries, with over 1.8 billion people, with India's populationof 1.4 billion. All the Member States of WHO/SEAR (Bangladesh, Bhutan,Democratic People's Republic of Korea, India, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, SriLanka, Thailand and Timor Leste), share the common value of the highestattainable standard of health as a fundamental human right. All of WHO actionsare based on this and rooted in the underlying values of equity, solidarity andparticipation.

The mission of WHO India is to improve qualityof life of the 1.4 billion people in India by supporting the government ineliminating vaccine preventable and other communicable diseases, reducingmaternal and neonatal mortalities, promoting healthy lifestyles, addressingdeterminants of health, preparing and responding to health emergencies andstrengthening health systems for universal health coverage.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Under theoverall guidance of the WHO Representative, and the direct supervision of DeputyHead of WHO Country Office, and in collaboration with relevant technical unitsin the Country Office, the incumbent will perform the following duties: Providetechnical support to the country in planning, monitoring and evaluatingenvironmental health interventions with a focus on drinking water safety,sanitation and hygiene, air quality, climate change and health, health carewaste management, and the sound management of chemicals and pesticidesthroughout their life-cycle. Collaboratewith partners to develop national strategies and institutional capacities on primaryprevention interventions, particularly those related to the safety of drinkingwater, sanitation, waste management, occupational health and to mitigate thehealth impact of air pollution and climate change.

Provide support toMinistry of Health and Family Welfare (MOHFW) and other related Ministries,Government of India (GoI) for development of Strategies on EnvironmentalHealth, Water and Sanitation, air pollution, and climate change based onnational context.

Advocate and facilitate inputs to the WHO/UNICEF Joint MonitoringProgramme (JMP), Global Analysis and Assessment of drinking water andsanitation (GLAAS), air pollution and climate change in the context ofsustainable development goal. Manage the Public Health and Environment workplan includingprioritisation, preparation of work plans, programme budget, implementation andmonitoring the progress of work.

Advocate with MOHFW andline Ministries and Agencies on development of policies and implementation of drinkingwater safety and air quality monitoring and surveillance as appropriate.

Supportcapacity-building of national program managers to promote safe water,sanitation, hygiene and sound waste management in the community, in health-carefacilities and in the workplace, and to support capacity-building in otherpriority areas of environmental health.

Liaise with concerned National counterparts of the technicalunits/departments , WHO/SEARO and WHO/HQs, collaborate with other clusters inareas i.e. communicable and non-communicable diseases, family, gender andlife-course, health systems development for coordination of various healthrelated activities ;and with donors and developmentpartners (bilateral and UN) to harmonise recommendations on policies andstrategies relating to environmental health to ensure these are suitablyadopted to the Indian context;Promote development of studies and research on the environmental healthareas, including water, sanitation, air quality and climate change, in closecoordination and collaboration national authorities, WHO collaborating centres,national centers of excellence and national R&D institutions, disseminationof research information to all stakeholders.

Coordinate and participate in inter-agency working groupmeetings/workshops and strengthen Inter-agency collaboration and liaise withexternal /donor agencies.

Support information brokering/exchange function of WCO India throughcontributions to the health repository at the WCO India by collation, analysisand sharing of relevant information and statistics.

Prepare technical reports, as necessary and perform any other duties as may be assigned by WR India and DWR.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: University Degree in environmental sciences such as water and sanitation and environmental engineering from a recognized University.

Desirable: Post graduate degree or training in Public Health or related field.

Experience

Essential: At least five (5) years of experience working in Public Health and Environment programme at national level.

Desirable: Experience of work in WHO or other UN Agencies in the areas of healthcare waste management, sound management of chemicals, climate change and health, water and sanitation.

Skills

The incumbent should identify with the core values of World HealthOrganization. Thorough knowledge of the situation in India with regard toadolescent health and development with good understanding of country's needs and priorities. Very good knowledge of WHO policies, programmes and guidelinesin the related areas. Sound technical and policy advisory skills, based on evidence.

Leadership skills with demonstrated ability to work effectively with governmentand colleagues in a team setting at national and international levels, to shareinformation and data and make oral and written presentations on technicalissues. Very good ability to build and maintain relations and network withnational authorities and other stakeholders across relevant sectors.

Understanding of the potential motivating factors within national context andability to adjust to new approaches in an increasingly complex environment.

Modern management skills including planning and evaluation. Capacity toprepare terms of reference and to prepare and monitor and manage theimplementation of contractual agreements. Capacity to convey information andoptions in a structured and credible way; ability to speak and write clearly.

Proficiency in computer applications and ability to draft reports. Knowledge of WHO /UN agencies programmes and practiceswill be an advantage.

WHO Competencies

Teamwork

Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences

Communication

Producing results

Creating an empowering and motivating environment

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Expert knowledge of Hindi.

Desirable:

REMUNERATION

Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at INR 4,926,329 (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 eManual.

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.

WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply.

Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (modifications or adjustments to the application or recruitment process) to support their participation in the application and recruitment process. Please send an email to [email protected] with your full name, the vacancy number you are applying for, and specific details of the accommodation needed in your request.

An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.

WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.

WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.

WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.

The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.

Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at [email protected].

This is a National Professional Officer position. Therefore, only applications from nationals of the country where the duty station is located will be accepted. Applicants who are not nationals of this country will not be considered.

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Purpose of the consultancy

To provide technical support to the multi-communicable disease elimination (MCDE) initiative in the Eastern Mediterranean Region (EMR).

This includes compiling and reviewing technical input to support the finalization of the EMRO MCDE framework; conducting reviews and compiling information to support the implementation of the MCDE Resolution, including on cross-border collaboration and the investment case; compiling information to support country-level MCDE planning and dialogues; and providing technical input to the MCDE regional portal/dashboard and to the integration of climate-sensitive indicators and climate-epidemiological information into surveillance systems

Background

The Eastern Mediterranean Region (EMR) carries a high burden of multiple communicable diseases, including hepatitis, malaria, neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), tuberculosis (TB) and mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis and hepatitis B, which together accounted for more than 8 million disability-adjusted life years in 2023. National elimination efforts remain largely vertical and fragmented, progress is uneven and vulnerable to reversal, and elimination cannot be sustained in one country while neighboring countries remain reservoirs of transmission.

Elimination is further challenged by drug and insecticide resistance, invasive vectors and the growing impact of climate change, as floods, droughts and extreme weather alter transmission and disrupt services, and by population mobility, mass gatherings, protracted conflict and humanitarian crises. Disease elimination therefore has to be pursued as a shared regional commitment rather than a national objective alone.

In response, WHO EMRO has launched a regional Multi-Communicable Disease Elimination (MCDE) initiative to integrate interventions across disease-specific programmes, harmonize service delivery and accelerate measurable progress at national, subnational and cross-border levels. At the request of the Regional Committee (RC73) Sub-committee, a Technical Paper and Resolution on a multi-disease elimination architecture for communicable diseases will be presented at RC73 in 2026. The paper, developed through two consultations with Member States and experts, includes an initial MCDE heatmap and framework to be refined with further evidence and expert consensus and finalized as an EMRO strategy document after adoption. The next phase after RC73 will be to publish an EMRO document including the MCDE approach and full framework, and to implement the recommendations to the Regional Director included in the Resolution.

Climate change is a direct determinant of progress towards elimination for several MCDE priority diseases, in particular malaria and vector-borne NTDs. Resolution EM/RC72/R.6 (2025) and the operational action plan for climate change and health 2026 to 2030 call for the integration of climate information into national disease surveillance and early warning, with progress reported from RC74 in 2027. The Climate Change, Health and Environment (CHE) unit is developing country guidance on integrating climate and disease surveillance, a regional implementation dashboard and national vulnerability and adaptation assessments in priority countries; these workstreams, in progress, provide the entry point for aligning the MCDE initiative with climate-informed surveillance.

Work to be performed

Required Qualifications

Output 1: Support to compile expert input from the members of the Regional Technical Advisory Group (RTAG) on MCDE for the full development and finalization of the MCDE framework.

Deliverable 1.1: Support the organization of a series of online meetings of the MCDE RTAG to discuss the full development of the MCDE framework and related EMRO document.

Deliverable 1.2: Provide technical review of the RTAG members’ input on the MCDE framework and propose how to integrate it

Output 2: Support the implementation of the MCDE Resolution

Deliverable 2.1: Develop a questionnaire and a desk review regarding the status of integration of the six shared health system functions that underpin the EMRO MCDE architecture, in the Region and in selected EMR countries.

Deliverable 2.2: Make a desk review about the existing formal cross-border collaborations within EMR and beyond, in particular in the context of communicable diseases prevention and control.

Deliverable 2.3: Summarize input from relevant partners and selected Member States on improvements needed on multisectoral and structured mechanisms for cross-border collaborations in the context of the MCDE initiative.

Deliverable 2.4: Make a rapid search of existing investment cases used in multi-disease elimination programmes, list them in an organized spreadsheet and make them available to the team in organized folders; contribute in collection of information and data to be used for the MCDE investment case which will be performed by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and development, in collaboration with the CDP teams.

Output 3: Support to EMRO leadership and CDP technical teams for country support and dialogues on MCDE

Deliverable 3.1: Support the preparation and conduct of country dialogues to develop tailored MCDE plans and MCDE packages, including compiling information from mission reports and other sources, in collaboration with technical teams and WCOs.

Output 4: Provide technical input to launch and regularly update the MCDE regional portal/dashboard and to integrate climate and environmental indicators into national communicable disease surveillance systems

Deliverable 4.1: Liaise with IT to test the MCDE regional portal/dashboard before the launch and to incorporate any changes emerging from the testing

Deliverable 4.2: Collaborate with EMRO senior leadership and the technical teams to provide updated sets of validated data for the periodical update of the MCDE regional portal/dashboard..

Deliverable 4.3: Compile, for the climate-sensitive diseases among the MCDE priority diseases (malaria, leishmaniasis and other vector-borne neglected tropical diseases), a minimum set of climate-sensitive indicators with data sources and alert thresholds, drawing on the CHE unit country guidance on integrating climate and disease surveillance developed under resolution EM/RC72/R.6, and propose how these indicators are reflected in the MCDE regional portal/dashboard.

Deliverable 4.4: Gather and compile country data on climate-informed surveillance progress from existing sources, in a format ready for the EM/RC72/R.6 implementation dashboard and provide written technical input on aligning the data with the MCDE regional portal/dashboard.

Deliverable 4.5: Participate with the CHE unit and the WHO country offices in the preparation of pilots for the integration of climate-epidemiological data into surveillance of MCDE priority diseases in one or two EMR countries, according to a pilot protocol.

Qualifications required:

Essential: First university degree in Public Health.

Desirable: Master’s degree in medicine. Specialization in public health or infectious diseases is desirable.

Experience:

Up to 5 years of experience working in the field of public health and infectious diseases, including implementation in low- and middle-income countries and integration of diseases programmes. Experience in indicators’ and dashboards’ development, data collection, and monitoring systems.

Skills/ Technical knowledge

Excellent project planning and coordination, expert English writing of documents, as well as knowledge about public health and/or infectious diseases interventions.

Language

- Essential: English

- Desirable: Arabic

Location:

EMRO, Cairo. On-site consultant

Medical clearance:

The selected Consultant will be expected to provide a medical certificate of fitness for work.

Travel

Travel might occur.

(If travel is involved, a medical certificate of fitness for work will be required.) All travel arrangements will be made by WHO – WHO will not be responsible for tickets purchased by the Consultant without the express, prior authorization of WHO. While on mission under the terms of this consultancy, the Consultant will receive subsistence allowance. Visas requirements: it is the consultant’s responsibility to fulfil visa requirements and ask for visa support letter(s) if needed.

Additional Information section

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· Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

· Remuneration is in line with WHO consultant established rates

· Successful candidates will be included in the roster for consideration for future contractual engagement via a consultancy, as they become available. Inclusion in the roster does not guarantee any future contractual relationship with WHO

· A written test may be used as a form of screening.

· If your candidature is retained for 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.

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· WHO is committed to workforce diversity.

· WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

· Applications from women and from nationals of non and underrepresented Member States are particularly encouraged.

· WHO's workforce adheres to the WHO Values Charter and is committed to put the WHO Values into practice.

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· WHO shall have no responsibility whatsoever for any taxes, duties, social security contributions or other contributions payable by the Consultant. The Consultant shall be solely responsible for withholding and paying any taxes, duties, social security contributions and any other contributions which are applicable to the Consultant in each location/jurisdiction in which the work hereunder is performed, and the Consultant shall not be entitled to any reimbursement thereof by WHO.

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Technical Officer (Blood Products & Blood System) - (2604065) Grade: P4 Contractual Arrangement: Fixed-term appointment Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 2 years Job Posting : Oct 15, 2026, 2:49:19 AM Closing Date : Nov 5, 2026, 5:59:00 PM Primary Location : Switzerland-Geneva Organization : HQ/HPS Medicines and Health Products Policies and Standards Schedule : Full-time IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings. OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME The objectives of the Department of Medicines and Health Products Policies and Standards (HPS) are to support Member States in improving access to safe, effective, quality-assured, and affordable medicines and health products and promote their rational use in line with WHO Road map for Access to safe, effective and quality-assured health products and technologies 2025-2030 (WHO Access Road map). In alignment with WHO's General Programme of Work and the goal of achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC), the programme engages abroad range of stakeholders, including UN agencies, international partners, expert networks, and WHO Collaborating Centres, to enhance policy coherence and foster coordinated action at the global, regional, and country levels. The immediate strategic objective is to develop and implement policies and standards that enhance access to these essential medicines and health products, thereby improving public health outcomes. The programme also aims to strengthen capacity and sustainable mechanism for improving equitable access to affordable medicine and health products through promoting technology transfer and fair pricing policy, building production capacity in LMIC, establishing supply chain management system, pooled procurement system and other comprehensive inter-related services in alignment with WHO Access Road map. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES Provide specialized technical support in the assigned programme area, contributing to the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of WHO normative and technical activities in line with organizational priorities. Contribute to the development, review and implementation of policies, strategies, norms, standards and technical guidance related to blood systems, blood products and transfusion services, in collaboration with WHO Regional and Country Offices, to strengthen Member States' capacities. Coordinate designated programme activities, including work planning, resource management, monitoring of performance indicators, reporting and coordination of technical inputs, to ensure timely delivery of agreed outputs and promote accountability and continuous improvement. Conduct and contribute to technical research, evidence generation, analysis of best practices and development of capacity-building initiatives to inform policy development and programme implementation. Provide technical advice and support to WHO, Member States and partners on regulatory, quality assurance and standardization approaches for blood products and related diagnostics, including the application of WHO international standards and reference materials. Support the development, review and maintenance of WHO norms, standards, reference materials and technical guidance related to the regulation, safety, quality and availability of blood products, including activities under the Expert Committee on Biological Standardization (ECBS). Coordinate the development of biological measurement standards and reference materials for blood products and in vitro diagnostics. Develop and maintain collaborations and partnerships with relevant stakeholders, including WHO Collaborating Centres, donors, research institutions and non-State actors in official relations, supporting their contributions to blood regulation, supply and transfusion activities. Represent WHO at technical meetings, consultations and expert forums, promoting WHO recommendations and evidence-based approaches. Perform other related duties, as required, consistent with the level of the position. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education Essential: An advanced university degree (Master's level degree or above) in medicine, and/or pharmacy, and/or biology, related to the functions of the position. Desirable: A PhD in one of the above-mentioned fields. Experience Essential: A minimum of seven years of professional experience in the management of blood and other products of human origin areas, including experience in health policies and strategies. Experience in engaging and communicating effectively and diplomatically with external partners, including Ministries of Health, Donor institutions, Civil Society, and other stakeholders. Commitment to collaborate effectively with other key partners in the Health Subject area. Demonstrated experience at the international level. Desirable: Experience in managerial and technical areas of blood establishment, in the regulation of blood and other products of human origin, e.g., at the Ministry of Health or national regulatory authority, and scientific areas related to transfusion medicine at e.g., academic institutions. Experience in developing measurement standards of blood products and in vitro diagnostics. Demonstrated experience managing human and financial resources. Skills Knowledge about transfusion medicine and biologicals, and concrete skills in the planning and coordination of multidisciplinary public health programs, which may include the implementation of public health/disease programs. Strong skills in the area of developing and establishing strategies. Scientific knowledge regarding blood and other biological products including their safety and efficacy. Strong knowledge in blood transfusion safety area, as well as managing plasma as raw material for producing plasma-derived medicinal products. WHO Competencies Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Producing results Knowing and managing yourself Use of Language Skills Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of French. REMUNERATION WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 86,027 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 6000 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children. 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 eManual. 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. Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply. 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. WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (modifications or adjustments to the application or recruitment process) to support their participation in the application and recruitment process. Please send an email to [email protected] with your full name, the vacancy number you are applying for, and specific details of the accommodation needed in your request. An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice. WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates. Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Candidates appointed to a fixed-term position in the International Professional category (Grades P1-D2) are eligible for Geographical Mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world. WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully. The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered. Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. 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Technicien de Conférence - G5 - (2604367) Grade: No grade Contractual Arrangement: Special Services Agreement (SSA) Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 12 Months Job Posting : Oct 15, 2026, 6:13:03 AM Closing Date : Nov 4, 2026, 5:59:00 PM Primary Location : Congo-Brazzaville Organization : AF_COG Congo, Republic of Schedule : Full-time IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings. .. OBJECTIFS DU PROGRAMME Le groupe organique GMC est responsable de la fourniture de services de support efficaces à la mise en oeuvre des programmes de santé et de la bonne gestion logistique du Bureau régional. La sous-unité Conférence et Protocole qui fait partie de l'unité en charge de l’Unité d’appui aux Opérations et Services (OSS) a pour mission d’assurer la prestation efficace et efficiente des services administratifs et logistiques liés aux services de conférence. DESCRIPTIONS DES TACHES Prêter assistance technique au CET lors de la préparation des réunions internes ou externes du Bureau régional. 1. Préparation et installation • Participer à la conception des plans de régie; installer, configurer et tester les équipements audiovisuels nécessaires aux conférences (audio, vidéo, projection, écrans LED, traduction simultanée en personne et en hybride, etc). • Vérifier la connectivité réseau et les liaisons audio/vidéo avant chaque session, et effectuer les réglages de son, image et lumière pour garantir une qualité optimale. • Participer aux échanges avec le demandeur ou l’organisateur de la réunion pour prendre connaissance de cahier des charges et faire des propositions adaptées. • Suivre la réservation des salles de réunion et requête annexe dans l’application utilisée. • Préparer les salles de conférence selon le cahier des charges. • Collaborer avec les équipes internes et les prestataires externes pour assurer la compatibilité des équipements et le respect des exigences techniques. 2. Assistance pendant les réunions • Assurer l’assistance technique en temps réel durant les conférences, et la gestion des « live ». • Contrôler la qualité du son, de l’image et de la diffusion en continu, et résoudre rapidement tout incident technique constatée. • Soutenir les participants dans l’utilisation des outils de vidéoconférence, présentation et téléprompteur • Archiver les contenus audio/vidéo si nécessaire et assurer leur transmission au service concerné dans le respect des règles de confidentialité, de conservation des données et des protocoles de cybersécurité. ⦁ Travailler sous pression et gérer plusieurs tâches simultanément. 3. Maintenance et suivi • Diagnostiquer rapidement les problèmes techniques et mettre en oeuvre les solutions appropriées et informer le superviseur de l’intervention. Documenter les résolutions apportées. • Assurer la maintenance préventive et corrective régulière des équipements. • Signaler les besoins en maintenance ou remplacement et proposer des améliorations technologiques pour optimiser la qualité des réunions. • Participer aux évaluations techniques des équipements lors du processus d’achat. • Rédiger des rapports techniques post-conférence si nécessaire. ⦁ Se tenir informé des évolutions technologiques en audiovisuel, vidéoconférence et streaming. ⦁ Participer à des formations continues ou certifications techniques. 4. S'acquitter d'autres tâches liées à la sous-unité selon les besoins. QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES Education Essentiel: Diplôme de fin d’études secondaires (baccalauréat) avec un certificat de formation en technique audiovisuel et/ou dans l’informatique Désirable: Diplôme de niveau Bac +2 minimum en techniques audiovisuelles ou en informatique est un atout. Une certification dans le domaine de l’audiovisuel ou des réseaux (exemple : Dante, Streaming, vMix, Blackmagic) est un atout. Experience Essentiel: Minimum 5 ans d’expérience pertinente dans un poste similaire, notamment dans l’organisation technique de conférences, séminaires, ou événements internationaux. Expérience avérée dans installation, configuration et opération des systèmes de conférence numérique avancés Désirable: . Compétences ⦁ Maîtrise des principes fondamentaux de l’audiovisuel : sonorisation, projection, éclairage, enregistrement et diffusion. ⦁ Connaissance approfondie des systèmes de visioconférence (Zoom, Teams, Webex, etc) et streaming. ⦁ Compréhension du système d’exploitation Windows (configuration, mises à jour et dépannage) et du fonctionnement des réseaux informatiques (LAN/Wi-Fi), connectiques audio/vidéo, et protocole IP et son utilisation avec les protocoles d’audiovisuel (SIP, RTSP, NDI, Dante, etc). ⦁ Connaissance des normes et standards de câblage (HDMI, SDI, XLR, RJ45, fibre optique, etc). ⦁ Compréhension des principes de maintenance préventive et corrective des équipements audiovisuels. ⦁ Pouvoir installer, configurer et tester les équipements audiovisuels, et en assurer la maintenance de base. ⦁ Savoir régler le son, l’image et la lumière pour garantir une qualité optimale lors des conférences. ⦁ Pouvoir gérer les flux audio/vidéo en temps réel et assurer la stabilité du streaming ; diagnostiquer et résoudre rapidement les pannes matérielles ou logicielles ponctuelles. ⦁ Savoir configurer et mettre à jour les firmwares et les pilotes d’équipements audiovisuels. ⦁ Être capable d’adapter les solutions techniques aux besoins des organisateurs et aux contraintes des salles. ⦁ Pouvoir lire et interpréter des schémas techniques ou plans de régie audiovisuelle. Competences de l'OMS 1. Communiquer de manière crédible et efficace 2. Produire des résultats 3. Assurer une utilisation efficace des ressources 4. Favoriser l'intégration et le travail d 'équipe 5. Respecter et promouvoir les différences individuelles et culturelles 6. Avancer dans un environnement en pleine évolution Langues Essentiel: Excellente connaissance de la langue Francaise Desirable: Bonne connaissance de la langue Anglaise REMUNERATION L’OMS offre au personnel de la catégorie des Services généraux une rémunération attractive qui, pour le poste susmentionné, comprend un salaire annuel net de base à partir de 11 981 000 XAF (sous réserve des déductions obligatoires au titre des cotisations à la caisse de pension et de l’assurance maladie, le cas échéant), ainsi que 30 jours de congé annuel. 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 eManual. 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. Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply. 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. WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (modifications or adjustments to the application or recruitment process) to support their participation in the application and recruitment process. Please send an email to [email protected] with your full name, the vacancy number you are applying for, and specific details of the accommodation needed in your request. An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice. WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates. Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Candidates appointed to a fixed-term position in the International Professional category (Grades P1-D2) are eligible for Geographical Mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world. WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully. The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered. Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at [email protected]. WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco. For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int. 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Health Cluster Coordinator OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME The overall goal of WHO's Health Emergencies Programme is to minimize the health consequences of emergencies due to any biological, natural, technological or societal hazard. Collective and sound health emergency and disaster risk management is essential to health security, to sustainable development and to building the resilience of communities, countries and health systems. The objectives of WHO's Health Emergencies Programme are: to help Member States build their capacity to manage health emergency risks and to lead and coordinate the international health response to contain outbreaks and to provide effective relief and recovery to minimize the impact on the health of affected populations as well as the impact on the health system. WHO's Health Emergencies Programme directs all of the Organization's work in health emergency risk management, with an all-hazards approach comprising risk reduction, preparedness, readiness, response and early recovery activities. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES Needs assessment and gap analysis 1. Manage, coordinate, and be the overall lead within the Health Cluster or at Inter-Cluster level for rapid health needs assessments, as well as participatory assessments (Multi Cluster/Sector Initial Rapid Assessments and Humanitarian Needs Overviews); be familiar with and ready to choose from existing tools to confirm that the Health Cluster covers all identified humanitarian health needs of the affected population, 2. Collect information from all partners on Who's Where, since and until When, doing What (4Ws), and regularly feed the database managed by the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UN-OCHA). Provide consolidated feedback to all partners and the other clusters. Strategic Planning. 3. Lead the development, in cooperation with the Health Cluster Members, of the health sector components of the Humanitarian Needs Overview (HNO) and Humanitarian Response Plan (HRP) as well as contingency planning for potential new events and other interagency planning, ensure proper linkages with the incident management system, disaster risk reduction, relief and recovery to complement national health sector response plans. 4. Ensure full compliance with national and international Norms and Standards, and oversee that Cross-Cutting issues are mainstreamed in the Health Cluster Response and implementation plans, taking into account the need for local adaptation. Coordination of the Health Cluster: 5. Facilitate health partner coordination and involvement in health sector assessments, planning, information, interventions, monitoring and quality assurance, and regularly report on health services delivered to the affected population. 6. Identify urgent training needs in relation to technical standards and protocols for the delivery of key health services to ensure their adoption and uniform application by all Health Cluster partners. 7. In a protracted crisis or health sector recovery context, ensure appropriate links among humanitarian actions and longer-term health sector plans, incorporating the concept of ‘building back better' and specific risk reduction measures. 8. Convene and facilitate consultative and results-oriented meetings in line with the principles of partnership. Organize and conduct joint support missions to field operations. 9. Oversee the development of a functional Information Management strategy and mechanism for the Health Cluster to facilitate information sharing as well as monitoring and reporting; ensure that the Health Cluster produces and disseminates to partners, donors, government and other stakeholders regular updates, technical reports, bulletins and briefings on the health status of the affected people, response activities, achievements, challenges and the remedial actions when necessary. Resource mobilization and funds allocation. 10. Liaise and manage the development of resource mobilization efforts, oversee the initiation of Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) and other pooled fund proposals and other funding documents, as required, in close collaboration with the Head of the WHO Country Office, the Health Cluster Partners and the Humanitarian Country Team. 11. Establish clear and transparent prioritization criteria for vetting partners' projects for inclusion in Consolidated Appeals and pooled funds processes. Monitoring and Evaluation. 12. Coordinate the development, adaptation and implementation of an Indicators' Monitoring Framework to ensure adequate implementation of the Health Cluster Plans; empower partners' active involvement in joint monitoring of individual and common plans of action for health interventions. Promote peer exchange of experiences and lessons learned within the cluster partnership. Advocacy. 13. Identify core advocacy concerns for the Health Cluster through a consultative process: develop joint cluster/ inter-cluster initiatives to ensure regular and consistent advocacy is conveyed to the RC/HCand Humanitarian Country Team. Advocate for collective action, collective results, and collective accountability. 14. Represent the Health Cluster in inter-cluster coordination mechanisms at country/field level, contribute to jointly identifying critical issues that require multi-sectoral responses, and plan the relevant synergistic interventions with the other clusters concerned. 15. Advocate for priorities in the health sector, including protection for health workers and health facilities and the highest possible integration of the health-related activities in the humanitarian agenda. The incumbent will also act for the WHO Representative during his absence or upon his request. Additional cluster-related incident-specific duties may also be required upon request from the functional supervisor. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education Essential: An advanced university degree (Master's level or above) in Public Health, Medicine, or International Health or related field. Desirable: Specialized training in emergency management, international aid, humanitarian principles, health system recovery, and health cluster coordination. Experience Essential: At least 10 years of relevant experience at the national and international level, in developing and promoting collaborative partnerships in emergency and humanitarian relief operations, including experience in managing and coordinating health programmes in chronic and acute, sudden-onset emergencies. Desirable: Relevant work experience in WHO, other UN agencies, relevant non-governmental or humanitarian organizations. Functional Knowledge and Skills Demonstrated knowledge of the rapid response operations and their implementation in emergencies as related to public health, complemented by demonstrated ability to identify and manage difficult situations, to lead and direct multidisciplinary and multinational staff. In-depth knowledge of emergency relief policies and practices within the UN, other UN Specialized Agencies, donor agencies, national and international NGOs. Sound knowledge and experience about disaster prevention and preparedness programs and the incident management system. Excellent negotiation skills and ability to convene stakeholders and facilitate a policy process among UN, NGOs, national health authorities and donors. WHO Competencies https://cdn.who.int/media/docs/default-source/who-careers/who-enhanced-competence.pdf?sfvrsn=aae66472_3&download=true Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Creating an empowering and motivating environment Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond Creating an empowering and motivating environment Use of Language Skills Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of WHO official language. REMUNERATION WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 103,165 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 3628 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children. 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 eManual. 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. Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply. 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. WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (modifications or adjustments to the application or recruitment process) to support their participation in the application and recruitment process. Please send an email to [email protected] with your full name, the vacancy number you are applying for, and specific details of the accommodation needed in your request. An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice. WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates. Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Candidates appointed to a fixed-term position in the International Professional category (Grades P1-D2) are eligible for Geographical Mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world. WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully. The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered. Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at [email protected]. WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco. For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int. In case the website does not display properly, please retry by: (i) checking that you have the latest version of the browser installed (Chrome, Edge or Firefox); (ii) clearing your browser history and opening the site in a new browser (not a new tab within the same browser); or (iii) retry accessing the website using Mozilla Firefox browser or using another device. 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Communications Officer - (2604405) Grade: P3 Contractual Arrangement: Fixed-term appointment Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): One year Job Posting : Oct 16, 2026, 2:38:00 AM Closing Date : Oct 30, 2026, 6:59:00 PM Primary Location : Cambodia-Phnom Penh Organization : WP_KHM Cambodia Schedule : Full-time IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings. OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME The role of the Communications unit is to use strategic communications as a tool to help achieve the Organization's mission of promoting, providing and protecting health. This involves providing accessible, understandable, relevant, credible, timely and actionable information to ensure key stakeholders in the Western Pacific are aware of and support WHO's work, and they understand key health issues and their role in addressing them. Key audiences include media, policymakers, donors and other partners, and the general public in the Western Pacific Region. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES 1. Provide technical support to the Ministry of Health and implementing partners to deliver C4H activities, including capacity building initiatives, social and behavior change interventions and health promotion activities, that support the Royal Government’s health-related outcomes and deliver impact as part of WHO Cambodia’s Country Cooperation Strategy. 2.In coordination with the regional and/or headquarters communication focal points, develop and guide the implementation of communication strategies and plans to advance advocacy for, and awareness of, the programmes and achievements of WHO at country level. Ensure the implementation of the WHO corporate (global and regional) communication strategy. 3.Identify marketable subjects/ success stories and develop communications and advocacy products. Establish office processes for content identification. 4.Ensure optimal outreach and product dissemination to target audiences in suitable media channels and platforms, including social media. 5.Organize media events, campaigns, and media technical briefings, coordinating between media and WHO experts, as required. 6.Prepare communication and advocacy products and statements to be used by partnerships focal points, where available, in encouraging the funding of health sector initiatives. 7.Build and maintain productive networks and contacts with the press/media and key national communication counterparts to ensure positive and optimal coverage of WHO’s work. 8.Manage the development/updating of content and stakeholder linkages for the WHO country office website, as well as sensitive design and delivery of effective social-media engagements. 9.Ensure regular media monitoring, and track audience and target group perceptions of the organization. Identify information deficits and develop strategies to address these deficiencies; manage risk-mitigation communications. 10.Collaborate with national stakeholders, development and other strategic partners and United Nations Information Officers, to produce and disseminate information on national health strategies. Advocate for organizational priorities, foster related initiatives and represent WHO in the United Nations Communication Group. 11.Deliver specialized emergency or multi-hazard risk communications, social mobilization and advocacy plans, during public health crises, emergencies, and outbreaks. 12.Advise country office leadership on strategic external and internal communications and country office staff on communication related matters. 13.Conduct and coordinate communication and media-sensitization-related training for WHO country office staff. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education Essential: Bachelor's degree (or higher) in communications, journalism, marketing, political or international relations, health communications or similar field. Desirable: Formal qualification in public health. Courses in communication techniques, graphic design, or social media. Training in risk communication. Experience Essential: A minimum of five years' work experience in supporting communications strategy development and implementation, including delivery of communications services and products, with some obtained in an international work environment. Desirable: Some of the above-listed experience to have been obtained in the health field. Skills Knowledge and understanding of WHO's mandate and goals Thorough understanding of public health and international development issues Proven skills in the development and implementation of communication/media products and approaches including solid writing ability Skills and ability to represent and promote the WHO brand in virtual communities and networks Excellent oral and written communication skills Strong interpersonal skills Ability to develop messaging and positioning for an international organization Ability to elicit and communicate success stories Ability to transform technical information for different target audiences. Desirable: Knowledge of WHO/United Nations programmes and practices. Knowledge of the Western Pacific Region WHO Competencies Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Producing results Promoting innovation and organizational learning Use of Language Skills Essential: Expert knowledge of English. REMUNERATION WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 71,335 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 1563 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 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. Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply. 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. WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (modifications or adjustments to the application or recruitment process) to support their participation in the application and recruitment process. Please send an email to [email protected] with your full name, the vacancy number you are applying for, and specific details of the accommodation needed in your request. An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice. 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