About the opportunity
The World Health Organization (WHO) is seeking a consultant to support and guide the Therapeutic Information and Pharmacovigilance Centre (TIPC) team at the Namibia Medicines Regulatory Council (NMRC) in developing and implementing Institutional Development Plans (IDPs). Based on findings from the WHO Global Benchmarking Tool (GBT) self-benchmarking exercise, the consultancy aims to support Namibia’s progression from Maturity Level 1 toward Maturity Level 3. Key activities include reviewing the GBT self-benchmarking assessment report, prioritizing interventions, providing technical assistance and staff mentoring, participating in resource mobilization, and compiling monthly progress reports.
Salary and benefits
- Special Services Agreement (SSA) contract for a duration of 6 months
- Professional engagement supporting national health systems strengthening and regulatory progression
Who can apply?
- Advanced degree (Master's level) in pharmacy, public health, regulatory science, or a related field (PhD in pharmacy with a strong focus on pharmacovigilance is desirable)
- At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in pharmacovigilance, medicine safety, regulatory systems strengthening, or related public health fields
- Direct experience supporting national pharmacovigilance systems in low- and middle-income countries
- Proven experience working with the WHO Global Benchmarking Tool (GBT)
- Experience in mentoring staff and in strategic planning and institutional development
- Very good command of written and spoken English with strong presentation and report writing skills
Required documents
- Curriculum Vitae / Resume
- Cover letter or application form detailing relevant experience
When to apply
- Job posted on September 21, 2026
- Closing date: October 5, 2026, at 9:59 PM UTC
How to apply
- Access the online application portal via the WHO careers website
- Sign in to your account or create a new candidate profile
- Complete the application form and submit your credentials before the deadline
Additional information
- Knowledge of Namibia's health sector context and experience working in Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) countries are distinct advantages
- Job Number: 2604027
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…
- An ideal match for senior public health professionals or pharmacists with extensive regulatory systems strengthening background in low- and middle-income settings.
- Well-suited for experts with direct familiarity using the WHO Global Benchmarking Tool (GBT) and mentoring national health regulatory teams.
What should you think carefully about?
- This is a fixed 6-month consultancy assignment based in Windhoek, Namibia, requiring physical presence or close alignment with the local context.
- Applicants must already meet the advanced educational and multi-year professional requirements without formal training provided on the job.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This consultancy offers a high-impact opportunity to directly advance a national regulatory authority's maturity level, providing an excellent vehicle for senior consultants to deepen their international public health portfolio and showcase leadership in pharmacovigilance.
Our take
Experienced pharmacovigilance and regulatory professionals with a background in GBT benchmarking and technical mentorship should seriously consider applying before the October 2026 deadline.
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