Tutores académicos y asistencia técnica para la ESFC-IGSS

About the opportunity

The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and the Guatemalan Social Security Institute (IGSS) are implementing a technical cooperation agreement to support the Family and Community Health Strategy (ESFC-IGSS). This initiative focuses on institutional capacity building, interdisciplinary clinical training, and the development of technical and pedagogical tools aligned with Primary Health Care (PHC) and Integrated Health Service Delivery Networks (RISS). PAHO is establishing a roster of pre-evaluated professionals to be considered for specific consultancy assignments based on programmatic needs. Inclusion in the roster does not guarantee a contract, nor does it create an employer-employee relationship. Selected consultants will provide academic and methodological tutoring to residents and professionals, strengthening the integration of health specialties with family and community health perspectives.

Salary and benefits

• Opportunity to be included in a pre-evaluated roster for future consultancy assignments with PAHO/WHO and IGSS.
• Professional engagement in high-impact health strategy implementation.
• Compensation for specific assignments will be determined based on the level, scope, complexity, and experience required for each individual contract.

Who can apply?

• University degree in medicine from a recognized institution.
• For clinical areas: Recognized medical specialty in the corresponding area and valid professional registration/license in Guatemala.
• For Public Health and Epidemiology: Postgraduate degree, specialization, or master's in public health, epidemiology, or a closely related field.
• For Occupational Health and Safety and Palliative Care: Relevant postgraduate training or formal certification.
• Minimum of five years of professional experience with demonstrable practice in the technical area of application.
• Experience in teaching, tutoring, preceptorship, or permanent health education.
• Experience in health research, evidence analysis, systematization, or the development of technical documents.
• Advanced proficiency in Spanish (oral and written).
• Availability to teach and provide tutoring in the field as required by assignment schedules.
• Ability to apply to a maximum of two technical areas.

Required documents

• Completed online profile in the PAHO career system.
• Updated curriculum vitae (without photo if not required by the platform).
• Motivation letter specifying the category of application, relevant experience, and territorial availability.
• Digital copies of postgraduate/specialty degrees and certificates.
• Proof of valid professional registration or license (where applicable).
• Summary evidence of teaching, research, and technical products (programs, publications, guides, protocols, materials, or verifiable links).
• Contact details for at least two recent professional references.
• Signed declaration of conflict of interest, availability, and consent for institutional verification.

When to apply

• Applications are accepted until August 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM Central Standard Time.

How to apply

• Complete the online profile on the official PAHO Careers page.
• Ensure all experience records are detailed with specific tasks performed.
• Submit the required documentation through the online portal.
• Candidates under serious consideration will be contacted for further screening, which may include interviews, written tests, or technical presentations.

Additional information

• This is a non-staff, independent consultancy roster; it does not constitute a permanent job or employment relationship.
• PAHO/WHO does not cover taxes, social security, or other contributions; consultants are solely responsible for these in their jurisdiction.
• PAHO/WHO maintains a smoke-free environment and does not recruit tobacco users.
• PAHO/WHO has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse.
• Applications from women and nationals of underrepresented Member States are encouraged.