The World Health Organization (WHO) is excited to announce a range of job openings for 2025 in the medical and health sectors. As a leading global health authority, WHO is committed to improving health outcomes and ensuring equitable access to healthcare for all populations worldwide.
We are looking for passionate and skilled professionals to join our team in various roles that address pressing health challenges and contribute to innovative solutions. Whether you are a healthcare provider, researcher, or policy expert, this is your chance to make a significant impact on global health initiatives. If you are ready to be part of a dedicated workforce that strives to promote health and well-being for everyone, we encourage you to explore these rewarding opportunities and apply today!
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Essential: Medical degree with specialization in psychiatry from an accredited/ recognized institute.
Desirable: Post-graduate qualification or specialized training in (a) public health, public mental health or global mental health; or (b)alcohol and substance use prevention, treatment, care and rehabilitation.
Experience
Essential: A minimum of 5 years’ experience in developing, and implementing policies, strategies and action plans for alcohol and substance use prevention, treatment, care and rehabilitation at the international and national level, of which at least 2 years inclusive should be at the international level.
Desirable:
• Experience in capacity building, developing, and promoting collaborative partnerships;
• Relevant work experience in International Organization, UN agencies, non-governmental or humanitarian organizations;
• Field experience in developing countries.
Skills
• Extensive area-specific, technical, and programmatic knowledge of programmes and approaches for integrated capacity-building programmes for MH and alcohol and substance use conditions;
• Working knowledge of district hospital care, Universal health coverage, in-service and pre-service training and capacity building, Essential MH drugs, PHC delivery systems;
• Demonstrated ability to provide clear advice and guidance to multiple stakeholders and partners.
• Willingness to share technical knowledge.
WHO Competencies
• Promoting the Organization’s position in Health Leadership
• Producing Results
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Moving forward in a Changing Environment
Use of Language Skills
Essential: Excellent knowledge of English or French.
Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of any other UN official languages.
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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 64,121 (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 2901 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.
