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UN jobs in Egypt 🇪🇬
UN-system agencies post vacancies based in Egypt. UNlockit aggregates every currently-open role assigned to this duty station — across regional offices, country offices, peacekeeping and special-political missions, and headquartered programmes. Each posting links back to the official application page.
- Open roles
- 3
- Organisations
- 1
- Last refreshed
- 7/21/2026
Latest open roles
HR Business Officer
World Health Organization · 🇪🇬 Egypt
The World Health Organization is seeking an HR Business Officer (P3) to support the Department of Human Resources and Talent Management in Cairo. The role focuses on workforce strategic planning, talent acquisition, and providing expert HR advisory services to senior management. Key responsibilities include developing workforce plans, managing job classification, leading recruitment processes, and advising on entitlements and benefits. The incumbent will collaborate with HR Business Partners and counterparts in HQ and regional offices to address HR matters and contribute to cross-cutting projects. The position requires analyzing HR data to support evidence-based decision-making and improving HR documentation and standard operating procedures. The ideal candidate possesses progressive experience in international HR management, with a focus on talent management or administrative law, and proven experience advising senior teams and working in emergency contexts. The role demands strong knowledge of HR principles, data management, IT-based recruitment systems, and ERP systems. Fluency in English is essential, with intermediate French desirable. The appointment is a temporary 6-month contract, subject to funding and performance, with a base salary starting at USD 71,335 plus post adjustment. Candidates must meet WHO's educational and experience requirements, including a university degree and five years of professional experience. The position emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and adherence to high ethical standards, with mobility as a condition of employment.
Closes 8/11/2026EMR HIE/Interoperability Framework consultant
World Health Organization · 🇪🇬 Egypt
The World Health Organization is seeking an external consultant to develop a practical and operational Interoperability Framework for Health Information Exchange (HIE) in the Eastern Mediterranean Region (EMR). The role involves aligning with regional digital health strategies (EM/RC69/R.6) to address data silos and improve health information system cohesion. Key responsibilities include conducting a rapid review of existing interoperability initiatives in Member States, analyzing global standards such as HL7 FHIR and IHE, and facilitating consultations with Ministry of Health officials and IT directors to build consensus. The consultant will draft the core framework, including implementation checklists and indicators, ensuring applicability across low, middle, high-income, and emergency-affected contexts. Additionally, the role requires producing a framework development report for potential publication and creating high-level advocacy materials for policymakers. The position is based in Cairo, Egypt, with remote work options, and requires significant international experience and deep technical expertise in health data standards and architecture.
Closes 7/30/2026Finance Officer (Transactional Assurance)
World Health Organization · 🇪🇬 Egypt
The World Health Organization (WHO) Eastern and Mediterranean Regional Office (EMRO) is seeking a Finance Officer (Transactional Assurance) to strengthen financial stewardship and internal controls. Reporting to the Department of Business Operations, the role focuses on ensuring compliance with WHO financial regulations and safeguarding assets. Key responsibilities include coordinating regional assurance plans, conducting due diligence assessments of implementing partners, and leading on-site verification missions and post-audits. The officer will manage quality assurance processes, monitor adherence to policies, and follow up on recommendations to address weaknesses. Additionally, the role involves capacity building for staff and partners through training and workshops, as well as preparing reports for Country Offices, the Regional Office, and Headquarters. The ideal candidate possesses a university degree in finance, accounting, or auditing, along with at least five years of professional experience in auditing, internal control, risk management, or financial management, including two years of supervisory experience. Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential, along with expert knowledge of English. Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, or CA are desirable, as is a Master's degree and experience with WHO rules or international accounting firms.
Closes 7/29/2026
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