About the opportunity
The World Health Organization (WHO) is looking for a Technical Officer (Rehabilitation and Disability) to join the Division of Health Systems and Services (DHS) in Manila, Philippines. The successful candidate will provide technical guidance and support in the development and implementation of national health policies, programmes, and plans on rehabilitation, disability-inclusive health, assistive technology, and long-term care. Responsibilities include advising on primary health care reforms, establishing standards for health system design and functional operation, integrating rehabilitation into health emergency preparedness, ensuring continuity of care, targeting health inequities, and coordinating capacity-building activities to accelerate progress towards universal health coverage.
Salary and benefits
- Annual base salary starting at USD 86,027
- Variable post adjustment reflecting the cost of living in the duty station, currently amounting to USD 2,559 per month
- 30 days of annual leave
- Allowances for dependent family members
- Home leave
- Education grant for dependent children
- Parental leave and flexible work arrangements
- Retirement age of 65 years
Who can apply?
- Master's degree in public health, health systems/services administration, health management, social sciences, or any related field obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED)
- At least seven years of relevant experience, with proven international exposure, in health systems and service delivery, including rehabilitation, assistive technology, disability and/or long-term care, extension of health care services to underserved populations/areas, and developing strategies to overcome barriers to accessing health care services
- Expert knowledge of English
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and working knowledge of supply forecasting and inventory control systems for medical supplies
Required documents
- Scanned copy of required degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) (required in advance if retained for an interview)
- Updated vaccination card (required during the medical clearance process)
When to apply
- Job Posting Date: September 2, 2026
- Closing Date: September 23, 2026, at 9:59 PM
How to apply
- Access the official WHO career section portal online for job requisition 2603506.
- Submit an online application through the WHO Stellis recruitment system before the deadline.
Additional information
- A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.
- Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO.
- Candidates appointed to a fixed-term position in the International Professional category are eligible for Geographical Mobility.
- WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Public health professionals with a Master's degree and extensive experience.
- Experts in rehabilitation, disability-inclusive health, or assistive technology.
- Candidates with proven international exposure in health systems development.
What should you think carefully about?
- Requires relocation to Manila, Philippines, as mobility is a condition of employment.
- Involves a rigorous screening process, including potential written and video assessments.
- WHO maintains a strict smoke-free environment policy for all staff.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is a significant career move for a public health leader aiming to influence policy at an international level. It offers the chance to work within a global organization to advance universal health coverage and integrate rehabilitation services into national health systems.
Our take
Experienced health systems professionals with a background in disability services should apply; those unable to commit to international mobility or the specific technical requirements should consider other opportunities.
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