About the opportunity
The World Health Organization (WHO) is seeking a Health Policy Advisor (Universal Health Coverage) based in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. The objective of the programme is to promote a common understanding of health systems and health system strengthening, providing a basis to help countries develop their health systems and services by tackling bottlenecks in a coordinated manner. The advisor will work under the direction of the WHO Representative and in coordination with regional and headquarters focal points to provide expert guidance to the government and national stakeholders on designing, implementing, and evaluating health development policies, strategies, and plans to progress toward Universal Health Coverage.
Salary and benefits
- Annual base salary starting at USD 103,165
- Variable post adjustment reflecting the cost of living in the duty station, currently amounting to USD 4,470 per month
- 30 days of annual leave
- Allowances for dependent family members
- Home leave and an education grant for dependent children
- Parental leave and flexible work arrangements
Who can apply?
- Advanced university degree in medicine with a specialization in public health, health systems/services administration, health policy, health planning, primary health care, health-related social sciences, or similar disciplines
- Minimum of 10 years of professional experience related to the position (such as health sector policy development, strategy, and planning), with a significant portion acquired at the international level
- Specific required experience in health financing
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a governmental institution or international organization serving either low-resource or middle-income countries
- Expert knowledge of French and intermediate knowledge of English
Required documents
- Scanned copy of required degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) if retained for an interview
- Updated vaccination card during the medical clearance process
When to apply
- Job posting date: October 2, 2026
- Closing date: October 30, 2026, 10:59 PM UTC
How to apply
- Access the WHO online careers portal via the official job requisition page
- Submit your online application before the stated deadline
- Participate in screening procedures, which may include a written test and/or asynchronous video assessment
Additional information
- Staff members separated due to the 2025 Prioritization and Realignment Process will receive special consideration.
- A background verification of final candidates will be conducted, including zero tolerance checks for sexual exploitation and abuse.
- Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO.
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 professional background in international public health policy, health systems planning, and health financing in low-resource or middle-income countries.
- Advanced academic qualifications in medicine, public health, or health administration combined with fluency in French.
- Proven leadership experience in coordinating multidisciplinary teams and advising high-level government stakeholders.
What should you think carefully about?
- The duty station is located in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, requiring relocation for non-local candidates.
- The role requires expert knowledge of French, with English being only desirable.
- Fixed-term international professional appointments are subject to WHO global mobility requirements and potential reassignment.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This senior advisory role offers an opportunity for experienced public health professionals to drive systemic health reforms and advance universal health coverage within a major international framework.
Our take
Experienced public health and health financing experts with a strong background in international settings and fluency in French should seriously consider applying before the deadline.
Ready to apply?
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