About the opportunity
The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is recruiting a Biomedical Engineering Technician – Associate to join its health technical team in Madagascar. The successful candidate will support the Ministry of Health in strengthening health system resilience by coordinating, verifying, installing, and implementing preventive maintenance for medical equipment across various regions of the country.
Salary and benefits
- Salary/remuneration as per LICA 6 contract level.
Who can apply?
- High school diploma (BAC) is required.
- Minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience in biomedical engineering for candidates with a high school diploma.
- One (1) year of work experience is required for candidates with an engineering degree in biomedical, electrotechnical, electronic, electromechanical, or electrical engineering (or equivalent).
- Fluent proficiency in French is required.
Required documents
- Resume/CV (submitted via the application portal)
When to apply
- Applications open from August 17, 2026.
- Deadline: August 31, 2026, before midnight Copenhagen time (CET).
How to apply
- Apply through the official UNOPS careers marketplace portal.
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…
- Technical professionals with a background in biomedical, electrotechnical, or mechanical engineering.
- Individuals with a strong command of French who are comfortable working in a hands-on, field-based capacity.
- Candidates seeking to contribute directly to health system resilience through equipment maintenance and installation.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role requires on-site presence across various regions in Madagascar, which may involve significant travel.
- Applicants must verify if they meet the specific experience thresholds, which vary based on whether they hold a high school diploma or an engineering degree.
- The position is a fixed-term LICA 6 contract, so candidates should clarify the specific duration and expectations for regional mobility.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is an excellent fit for technicians or engineers looking to apply their technical skills in a humanitarian context. It offers a clear opportunity to gain experience with international development projects while directly supporting the Ministry of Health in Madagascar to improve medical infrastructure.
Our take
This opportunity is ideal for French-speaking technical professionals ready for field-based work. Those who prefer office-based roles or lack the required technical engineering background may find this position less suitable.
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