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Who Can Apply to the World Health Organization (WHO)

WHO hires internationally for Professional roles. National Professional Officer roles are limited to the duty country.

Last reviewed: 15 July 2026

Who can apply

WHO hires internationally for Professional roles. National Professional Officer roles are limited to the duty country.

Member countries

Membership does not gate professional staff hiring. WHO accepts applicants of any nationality. Member status can still matter for governance or specific programmes.

Where to look next

Browse related open roles below and confirm citizenship wording on the official vacancy before you apply on the official WHO careers site.

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Last checked 16 July 2026 · 5 roles

  • Technical Manager (Strategic Sourcing and Supply)

    WHOGeneva, CHCloses 18 Jul

    Based within Unitaid, this role manages strategic sourcing and supply activities for innovative health products targeting HIV, tuberculosis, and malaria. The manager designs market-shaping interventions and coordinates with global health partners to ensure equitable access to essential commodities in low- and middle-income countries.

  • Senior Writer

    WHOBrazzaville, CGCloses 1 Aug

    The Senior Writer supports the Regional Director for Africa in delivering strategic messaging aligned with WHO health priorities. The role involves preparing high-quality speeches, talking points, and briefing materials for engagements with Member States, global partners, and stakeholders.

  • Finance Officer (Transactional Assurance)

    WHOCairo, EGCloses 29 Jul

    This role enhances financial stewardship and internal control within the Eastern Mediterranean Regional Office by managing transactional assurance activities. The officer conducts due diligence assessments of implementing partners and ensures compliance with WHO financial regulations and rules.

  • Health Systems Officer

    WHOTashkent, UZCloses 26 Jul

    This role provides technical support to the Government of Uzbekistan on health systems strengthening, focusing on primary health care, health workforce, and health financing. The officer contributes to analytical work, policy dialogue, and the implementation of national health reforms in alignment with WHO global guidance.

  • Health Workforce Strategic Plan Development Consultant

    WHORamallah, PSCloses 21 Jul

    This consultancy supports the Palestinian Ministry of Health in developing its first comprehensive National Health Workforce Strategic Plan and conducting a labor market dynamics analysis. The consultant will provide evidence-based recommendations to strengthen the health workforce in alignment with Universal Health Coverage and WHO Workforce 2030 objectives.

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