About the opportunity
The World Health Organization (WHO) Nepal Country Office is seeking a Business Operations Associate (Grade G6) under a 2-year fixed-term appointment. The objective of the WHO Nepal Country Office is to implement the Country Cooperation Strategy by supporting the Nepal Government in formulating, implementing, and evaluating national health policies and managing technical cooperation programs. The administration unit facilitates program delivery by providing managerial and administrative services across financial operations, human resources, fellowships, procurement, travel, logistics, building management, and staff safety. The incumbent will supervise service delivery and transactions across specialized operational areas, manage a specialized support staff team, provide technical guidance on administrative rules and regulations, undertake delegated certifications and approvals, and support security, building management, travel, and vehicle operations.
Salary and benefits
- Annual net base salary starting at NPR 1,947,388
- 30 days of annual leave
- Pension contributions and health insurance coverage
- Parental leave and flexible work arrangements
Who can apply?
- Completion of secondary school education with training and certification in one or more UN operational service areas or systems
- Minimum of eight years of progressively responsible work experience relevant to the position in administrative support services and transactions
- Expert knowledge of English and Nepali
Required documents
- Scanned copies of required degrees, diplomas, or certificates (required in advance if candidature is retained for an interview)
- Updated vaccination card during the medical clearance process
When to apply
- Application closing date: November 9, 2026, at 10:59 PM
How to apply
- Visit the WHO career portal and access the job posting for requisition number 2604508.
- Submit an online application through the WHO online recruitment system before the deadline.
- Participate in a written test and/or asynchronous video assessment if selected for screening.
Additional information
- This post is subject to local recruitment and will be filled by persons recruited in the local commuting area of the duty station.
- Staff members separated due to the 2025 Prioritization and Realignment Process will receive special consideration.
- 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…
- Extensive administrative and operational experience within a structured corporate or international institutional environment.
- Strong background in supervising teams and managing specialized operational transactions such as procurement, logistics, and travel.
- Fluency in both English and Nepali with deep familiarity with local administrative and regulatory frameworks.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is restricted to local recruitment within the commuting area of Kathmandu, Nepal.
- It is a fixed-term appointment of 2 years with standard mandatory deductions for pensions and health insurance.
- Rigorous screening methods including written tests and asynchronous video assessments form part of the evaluation process.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This two-year fixed-term role is ideal for experienced administrative professionals seeking to anchor their career within an international public health organization, providing robust operational leadership and daily oversight within a UN country office setting.
Our take
Candidates with extensive administrative support experience in the Kathmandu local commuting area who possess strong team management skills should apply before the deadline.
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