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- 7/22/2026
Latest open roles
Project Technical Assistant
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇵🇭 Philippines
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is seeking a Project Technical Assistant to support the implementation of the Resilient Philippines Project (GCP/PHI/082/PAF) and other Animal Production and Health initiatives in Quezon City, Philippines. Reporting to the National Project Coordinator, the incumbent will provide comprehensive technical and administrative support for projects focused on One Health, animal health, surveillance, epidemiology, and antimicrobial resistance. Key responsibilities include coordinating activities with stakeholders, assisting in the preparation and conduct of training workshops and meetings, and facilitating follow-through activities in laboratory and community engagement domains. The role involves data collection and analysis, monitoring progress against project work plans and logframes, and preparing reports, briefs, and communications for various platforms. The assistant will also support advocacy campaigns, farm-level data generation, and ensure administrative and financial transactions comply with FAO guidelines. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in veterinary medicine, epidemiology, or public health, with proven experience in project coordination and technical support within the agriculture or health sectors. This is a short-term contract position with the possibility of extension, requiring close collaboration with regional and headquarters coordinators.
Closes 7/30/2026Communication Specialist
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇮🇳 India
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is seeking a Communication Specialist for a 12-month National Project Personnel (NPP) contract based in New Delhi, India. This role supports the Pandemic Fund project, "Animal Health Security Strengthening in India for Pandemic Preparedness and Response," which aims to strengthen India's capacity to prevent, detect, and respond to zoonotic disease outbreaks. The incumbent will develop and maintain print, digital, and visual communication materials, ensuring brand consistency and visibility for the project. Key responsibilities include designing visibility materials, drafting and editing reports, case studies, and policy papers, and coordinating with government counterparts, the World Bank, and ADB. The specialist will manage social media platforms, facilitate knowledge sharing, and coordinate with FAO’s Regional Office and Headquarters for content clearance. The role requires advanced communication skills, proficiency in web content management and design tools, and the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team. The candidate must be an Indian national with an advanced university degree and at least five years of relevant experience in media and communication within the development sector.
Closes 7/23/2026Animal Health Officer
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇮🇹 Italy
The Animal Health Officer (P-4) at FAO headquarters in Rome supports the Animal Production and Health Division in preventing and controlling transboundary animal diseases. The role focuses on improving global risk monitoring and early warning systems by integrating and analyzing surveillance and diagnostic data for emerging and re-emerging livestock diseases. Key responsibilities include coordinating communication of disease risk information, assisting member countries in early reaction to outbreaks, developing standard operating procedures for surge support, and coordinating with international partners like WHO and WOAH. The officer also contributes to policy development, resource mobilization, and the design of EMPRES-AH programs. The ideal candidate possesses advanced technical and policy expertise in veterinary science or epidemiology, with a strong background in disease surveillance, epidemiological analysis, and GIS-based disease mapping. The role requires leading multi-disciplinary teams, providing technical advice to decentralized offices, and ensuring quality in procurement and field projects. It involves significant collaboration with regional and country offices, international organizations, and intergovernmental bodies to harmonize policies and actions for sustainable livestock transformation and One Health objectives.
Closes 7/22/2026National Animal Health Specialist
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇾🇪 Yemen
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is recruiting a National Animal Health Specialist for a six-month contract in Yemen, based in Sanaa with potential work in Aden. The role focuses on strengthening animal health systems through disease surveillance, vaccination campaigns, and capacity building for government counterparts, specifically the General Directorate of Animal Health and Veterinary Quarantine (GDAHVQ). Key responsibilities include assisting in the planning and implementation of disease surveillance systems, supporting laboratory analysis of serum samples, and facilitating training courses on animal disease diagnostics and transboundary animal diseases for veterinary staff. The incumbent will also support the development of animal health strategies, coordinate with private sector stakeholders and veterinary bodies, and collect data on One Health and antimicrobial resistance. The ideal candidate possesses an advanced degree in veterinary medicine or epidemiology and at least five years of relevant professional experience. Strong technical skills in project implementation, monitoring, and reporting are required, along with proficiency in English and Arabic. The role demands the ability to work in an emergency context and collaborate effectively with government ministries, NGOs, and UN agencies.
Closes 7/22/2026Nature for Health Systems Approach Facilitator and Project Development Specialist
United Nations Environment Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is seeking a consultant to facilitate the scoping phase of the Nature for Health (N4H) initiative in Kenya. This 9-month part-time role focuses on establishing a sustainable, locally relevant project through systemic approach facilitation. The consultant will lead stakeholder engagement to build a shared vision and commitment among diverse actors within the One Health ecosystem. Key responsibilities include developing a deep understanding of N4H objectives, designing and facilitating at least three workshops to assess the situation and co-design an Implementation Project Document, and fostering partnerships to support upstream prevention of zoonotic disease spillover. The role requires applying systems thinking methodologies to strengthen environmental and preventive aspects of public health. The consultant will work under the supervision of the Head of the Biodiversity, People and Landscapes Unit and directly with the Programme Management Officer. The ideal candidate possesses advanced expertise in social or ecological sciences, extensive experience in multi-stakeholder facilitation, and a strong background in program management and knowledge management. The assignment aims to produce a co-developed Implementation Project Document that details activity plans and budgets for the subsequent implementation phase, contributing to global efforts in planetary health and biodiversity conservation.
Closes 8/12/2026RE-OPENING: NATIONAL POST: Programme Analyst, Youth, Kabul, Afghanistan, NO-B
United Nations Population Fund · 🇦🇫 Kabul, Afghanistan
The Programme Analyst, Youth in Kabul leads UNFPA’s youth portfolio, designing and overseeing integrated programming across Reproductive Health, Gender-Based Violence, social cohesion, and resilience interventions. The role ensures youth programming is context-adapted and culturally sensitive, with a focus on adolescent girls' health and wellbeing. Responsibilities include technical support for youth engagement, managing UNFPA-supported Youth Centres, programme design and monitoring, partnership coordination, and resource mobilization. The position requires strong programme management skills, experience in multi-sectoral programming, and a deep understanding of the Afghan context and UNFPA's mandate. The role reports to the Deputy Representative and operates in a complex, fragile environment.
Closes 7/29/2026RE-OPENING: NATIONAL POST: Programme Analyst, Reproductive Health, Kabul, Afghanistan, NO-B
United Nations Population Fund · 🇦🇫 Kabul, Afghanistan
The Programme Analyst, Reproductive Health supports UNFPA's implementation of reproductive and maternal health programs in Afghanistan, focusing on Basic Human Needs (BHN) interventions. The role provides technical and programmatic support to strengthen quality reproductive, maternal, and newborn health services in a complex humanitarian context. Responsibilities include supporting program design, implementation, and monitoring under the BHN framework, providing technical input on service delivery, promoting adherence to standards, and contributing to policy development and capacity-building initiatives. The position also manages project formulation, evaluation, and joint programming, while coordinating with national stakeholders, implementing partners, and UN agencies. The role reports to the Programme Specialist, RH/FP and requires strong skills in reproductive health programming, monitoring and evaluation, stakeholder coordination, and resource mobilization.
Closes 7/29/2026RE-OPENING: NATIONAL POSTS: Area Gender Based Violence/PSEAH Analyst, Herat / Jalalabad / Kandahar, NO-B (3 posts)
United Nations Population Fund · 🇦🇫 Herat, Afghanistan
The Area Gender Based Violence/PSEAH Analyst supports planning, implementation, monitoring, and coordination of GBV and PSEAH interventions in Herat, Jalalabad, and Kandahar. The role provides technical and operational support to ensure survivor-centered GBV programming and effective PSEAH safeguarding, including safe reporting pathways and compliance across UNFPA-supported programs and partners. Responsibilities include field coordination, partner oversight, compliance monitoring, inter-agency coordination, and service mapping. The position reports to the Area Coordinator and contributes to strengthening accountability to affected populations and aligning with UNFPA policies and humanitarian standards. The ideal candidate will have professional experience in GBV programming, PSEAH systems, and humanitarian settings, with fluency in English and local languages.
Closes 7/29/2026RE-OPENING: NATIONAL POST: Programme Analyst Family Planning/Reproductive Health Commodity Security, Kabul, Afghanistan, NO-B
United Nations Population Fund · 🇦🇫 Kabul, Afghanistan
The Programme Analyst, Family Planning/Reproductive Health Commodity Security plays a critical role within UNFPA's Maternal and Reproductive Health Unit in Afghanistan. The incumbent supports the effective planning, implementation, and monitoring of programmes aimed at strengthening access to reproductive health services and commodities, particularly for women, adolescents, and vulnerable populations. Key responsibilities include contributing to programme design, analyzing political and social trends, and providing technical support to local authorities and partners to enhance family planning programming. The role heavily involves supply chain and commodity security, requiring the analyst to lead forecasting and quantification exercises, coordinate procurement, monitor stock levels to prevent stock-outs, and ensure compliance with UNFPA Supplies Partnership requirements. Additionally, the position entails managing the UNFPA Supplies Partnership Programme, developing work plans with implementing partners, and strengthening coordination with government counterparts and NGOs. The analyst also supports resource mobilization by preparing concept notes and technical proposals, and contributes to advocacy efforts through the development of briefs and communication products. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in public health or related social sciences, with specific expertise in reproductive health, family planning, and health supply chain management. They must demonstrate proficiency in programme management, data analysis, and stakeholder coordination, while adhering to UNFPA's values of integrity, diversity, and accountability in a complex humanitarian context.
Closes 7/29/2026RE-OPENING: NATIONAL POSTS: Reproductive Health/Gender Based Violence Coordinator, Mazar / Bamyan / Faizabad, Afghanistan, NO-B (3 posts)
United Nations Population Fund · 🇦🇫 Mazar-I-Sharif, Afghanistan
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is seeking three National Officers (NO-B) to serve as Reproductive Health/Gender Based Violence Coordinators in Bamyan, Faizabad, and Mazar, Afghanistan. The role involves leading and coordinating integrated programmes on Maternal and Reproductive Health (MRH), Adolescents and Youth (A&Y), and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) prevention and response. The incumbent will provide technical and programmatic support, oversee field implementation, conduct situational analyses, and ensure compliance with UNFPA standards and national frameworks. Key responsibilities include coordinating with UN agencies, NGOs, and local authorities; facilitating capacity-building trainings; supporting resource mobilization and donor reporting; and representing UNFPA in sub-national humanitarian coordination forums. The position requires strong field coordination, partner oversight, and the ability to navigate fragile humanitarian settings. Candidates must demonstrate experience in RH/GBV programming, protection, and humanitarian response, with a preference for those familiar with survivor-centered approaches and PSEAH systems. The role demands fluency in English and Dari/Pashto, a relevant advanced degree, and a commitment to gender equality and diversity. This is a national post open exclusively to Afghan nationals, with strong encouragement for female applicants to apply.
Closes 7/29/2026Project coordinator consultant
Department of Economic and Social Affairs · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The Department of Economic and Social Affairs is hiring a Project Coordinator Consultant for a two-month remote assignment to support the Inter-Secretariat Working Group on Household Surveys (ISWGHS) Task Force. The role focuses on the global coordination of national-level exercises to define pathways for sustainable demographic and health data systems. Key responsibilities include engaging participating countries, providing guidance to national focal points on implementing survey tools, and maintaining continuous support for country teams. The consultant will document stakeholder meetings, track project workplans and consultation records, and prepare draft plans for managing collected information. Additional duties involve supporting Task Force presentations, assisting with development partner consultations, and contributing to broader Statistics Division work. The ideal candidate possesses extensive professional experience in statistical systems, demographic data, or intergovernmental coordination, with a proven ability to manage complex multi-country programmes and build trusted relationships with senior officials in national statistical offices. Fluency in English is mandatory, and an advanced university degree in a relevant field is required.
Closes 7/30/2026National Staff Counsellor
International Organization for Migration · 🇺🇦 Kyiv, Ukraine
The National Staff Counsellor provides psychological counselling and support to IOM Ukraine staff and dependents, including individual and group sessions, crisis intervention, and psychosocial risk assessments. They develop and deliver training on stress management, emotional processing, and mental health awareness, and collaborate with managers and UN agencies to enhance staff wellbeing. The role involves coordinating responses to emergencies, maintaining records, producing reports, and ensuring adherence to UN mental health strategies and ethical standards. The position requires significant professional experience in counselling within humanitarian or international settings.
Closes 8/2/2026International Consultant (WDR Drug Demand and Health Consequences)
United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime · 🇦🇹 Vienna, Austria
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is seeking an International Consultant to conduct comprehensive research and data analysis on drug demand and health consequences for the 2027 World Drug Report (WDR). The consultant will perform a literature review, develop outlines for the online segment and Highlights, and produce datasets and global/regional/national estimates on drug use trends. Responsibilities include analyzing quantitative data, producing methodological materials, and contributing to special points of interest. The role requires strong analytical, research, writing, and communication skills, with a focus on public health or epidemiology. The position is home-based, with a contract duration from November 2026 to June 2027, under the guidance of the Research and Knowledge Production Section.
Closes 8/4/2026Senior Programme Associate (Migration & Health)
International Organization for Migration · 🇹🇯 Dushanbe, Tajikistan
The Senior Programme Associate (Migration & Health) supports the Migration Solutions Unit in Tajikistan, focusing on the migration-development nexus, safe migration, and health initiatives. The role involves planning, coordinating, and monitoring project activities, analyzing data, and managing budget implementation. Key responsibilities include acting as an administrative focal point, drafting reports and correspondence, organizing workshops, and liaising with government authorities, UN agencies, and NGOs. The incumbent provides guidance to staff, develops Standard Operating Procedures, and ensures compliance with project goals. The ideal candidate possesses strong coordination, leadership, and strategic thinking skills, with in-depth knowledge of migration and health issues. Fluency in English, Russian, and Tajik is mandatory. The position requires either a school diploma with six years of experience or a Bachelor’s degree with four years of relevant professional experience in public health, migration, or development studies.
Closes 7/26/2026International consultant on adoption of breast cancer treatment clinical protocols and development of compliance monitoring indicators
United Nations Population Fund · 🇹🇲 Ashkhabad, Turkmenistan
UNFPA Turkmenistan seeks an international consultant to evaluate and update breast cancer treatment clinical protocols, aligning them with WHO standards and international best practices. The role involves conducting a desk review of existing local protocols, identifying gaps, and facilitating the development of modernized clinical guidelines. The consultant will also design a manual peer-review methodology and compliance monitoring indicators to ensure adherence to these protocols at institutional and national levels. Key deliverables include an assessment report, updated clinical protocols, a peer-review manual, and training workshops for national oncological specialists. The assignment is conducted entirely online over 18 working days between August and November 2026. The ideal candidate is a qualified oncologist with advanced medical degrees and significant experience in breast cancer treatment, protocol development, and clinical guidance. The role requires strong knowledge of WHO recommendations and evidence-based research. Fluency in Russian or English is mandatory, while familiarity with the Central Asian context is desirable. The consultant will report to the UNFPA Programme Analyst on Reproductive Health and must adhere to strict ethical standards and national ownership principles.
Closes 7/26/2026MHPSS Capacity Building Specialist
International Organization for Migration · 🇺🇦 Kyiv, Ukraine
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is seeking a MHPSS Capacity Building Specialist on a consultancy basis to support its community-based Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) programme in Ukraine. The role focuses on strengthening the capacity of community actors, service providers, and volunteers through technical guidance and training. Key responsibilities include delivering training on Community-Based MHPSS, Psychological First Aid (PFA), and stress management; conducting qualitative monitoring and assessments (surveys, FGDs, KIIs); and developing psychoeducation materials. The specialist will also support the integration of MHPSS into livelihoods initiatives, particularly for veterans and their families, and contribute to reporting and programme design. The ideal candidate possesses a background in psychology or a related field, with proven experience in research, technical material development, and stakeholder coordination in conflict-affected settings. Strong interpersonal skills, independence, and competence in data collection and basic analysis are essential. Fluency in both Ukrainian and English is mandatory. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to resilience and recovery efforts in a rapidly changing humanitarian context.
Closes 7/26/2026Local Consultant - Development of new National Family Strategy (2027-2030)
United Nations Population Fund · 🇿🇼 Harare, Zimbabwe
UNFPA is seeking a Local Consultant to lead the development of Zimbabwe's new National Family Planning Strategy (2027-2030). The role involves a comprehensive review of the current 2022–2026 strategy, including assessing objectives, evaluating interventions, and analyzing trends in family planning indicators. The consultant will conduct a situation analysis and develop a new strategic framework with clear vision, goals, and implementation plans. Key tasks include desk reviews, stakeholder consultations with government, civil society, and private sector actors, and facilitating validation workshops. The consultant must produce several deliverables, including an inception report, review report, situation analysis, and the final costed strategy. The ideal candidate possesses an advanced degree in Public Health or related fields and 7–10 years of experience in strategic planning, programme evaluation, or reproductive health. Strong expertise in family planning, analytical skills, and familiarity with Zimbabwe’s health system are essential. The role requires excellent communication skills in English and Shona/Ndebele.
Closes 7/27/2026National Post: Monitoring and Evaluation Analyst, NOB, Freetown, Sierra Leone
United Nations Population Fund · 🇸🇱 Freetown, Sierra Leone
The Monitoring and Evaluation Analyst (NOB) at UNFPA in Freetown, Sierra Leone, ensures that country programme activities comply with result-based management principles. The role involves supporting national partners and implementing partners in analyzing and utilizing M&E data for evidence-based decision-making. Key responsibilities include strengthening staff and partner capacity to develop Annual Work Plans, providing technical inputs for quarterly and annual reports, and producing evidence-based analyses and briefs. The analyst will coordinate monitoring visits, review programme results, and implement data visualization strategies to enhance communication. Additionally, the role supports the digitalization of knowledge management systems and capacity building for ICT-based M&E tools. The candidate must possess a Master’s degree in a relevant field and three years of professional experience in monitoring, evaluation, or research. Fluency in English is required. The position reports to the Coordination Specialist and aims to contribute to UNFPA’s mandate on reproductive health, gender equality, and demographic change.
Closes 8/3/2026Administration and Finance Assistant - Tambacounda
United Nations Population Fund · 🇸🇳 Senegal
The Administration and Finance Assistant supports the administrative and financial management of UNFPA programs in the South-East axis regions of Tambacounda and Kédougou, reporting to the Director of Operations. Key responsibilities include assisting partners in preparing quarterly fund advance requests, verifying expenditure reports and budget details, and ensuring compliance with HACT and NEX procedures. The role involves monitoring financial execution, facilitating bank reconciliations, and supporting capacity building for regional health directorates. Additional duties include organizing spot-check missions, preparing for annual NEX audits, managing vehicle administration, and conducting physical inventories of equipment. The assistant also provides advisory support for local procurement and logistics for workshops. The ideal candidate possesses at least five years of professional experience in finance, management, or accounting, with specific expertise in UN system financial management. Strong knowledge of the health sector and field operations is required, along with proficiency in French and computer skills.
Closes 8/4/2026Sexual and Reproductive Health Analyst
United Nations Population Fund · 🇸🇻 San Salvador, El Salvador
The UNFPA is recruiting a National Programme Analyst (NO-A) in El Salvador to provide technical, programmatic, and operational support for the Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) portfolio. Reporting to the Assistant Representative, the role focuses on implementing, monitoring, and evaluating programs that strengthen national health systems, with specific emphasis on reproductive health, sexual rights, maternal health, and gender equality. Key responsibilities include assisting in drafting policy briefs and technical inputs for government counterparts, supporting the rollout of territorial models against adolescent pregnancy, and facilitating capacity-building for health providers. The Analyst is also responsible for knowledge management, including data collection and analysis to support evidence-based decision-making, as well as coordination with inter-agency working groups and development partners. Additional duties involve humanitarian preparedness, specifically integrating the Minimum Initial Service Package into emergency plans, and project monitoring including financial tracking and field visits. The ideal candidate possesses a Master's degree in a relevant field and professional experience in public health or SRH program management, demonstrating a strong understanding of the local health context and human rights-based approaches.
Closes 8/8/2026
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