About the opportunity
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) is seeking an international consultant to support the implementation of a regional Pandemic Fund project across six Member States of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States: Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. The project aims to strengthen national and regional capacities for pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response, focusing on laboratory systems, disease surveillance, and human resources for health. The consultant will provide structured program management, coordinate with delivery partners, monitor digital health implementation, and ensure accurate donor reporting and budget execution over a 12-month period.
Salary and benefits
- Monthly consultancy fee of $6,000 per deliverable, totaling $72,000 for the 12-month contract.
- Reimbursement of authorized travel costs to Barbados and Eastern Caribbean countries.
- Opportunity to contribute to high-impact regional health system strengthening initiatives.
- Professional engagement with international organizations including PAHO, WHO, FAO, and the World Bank.
Who can apply?
- Advanced university degree in Public Administration, Public Health, Economics, International Development, or a related field.
- 7 to 9 years of progressively responsible experience managing complex international development or public health programs.
- Proven experience in results-based management, M&E system design, and donor reporting for major international funders.
- Demonstrated experience with health information systems or digital health initiatives, specifically DHIS2.
- Experience working in Latin America and the Caribbean, including coordination with government entities.
- Proficiency in data management and analytics tools such as PowerBI or Excel.
- Excellent written English skills for technical reporting.
- Willingness to travel to Eastern Caribbean countries as required.
Required documents
- Updated online profile on the PAHO Career page with detailed experience records.
- Scanned copies of required degrees, diplomas, or certificates (if selected for interview).
When to apply
- Applications must be submitted by October 27, 2026, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time.
How to apply
- Create or update your online profile on the official PAHO Career page.
- Ensure all experience records are entered with detailed descriptions of tasks performed.
- Submit the application through the official PAHO Workday portal before the deadline.
Additional information
- The consultancy is a 12-month, full-time, non-staff agreement.
- The role is primarily remote, with ad hoc travel to the Eastern Caribbean.
- Successful candidates may be placed on a roster for future similar assignments.
- PAHO does not provide tax or social security contributions; the consultant is responsible for these obligations.
- PAHO maintains a smoke-free environment and does not recruit tobacco users.
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…
- Professionals with extensive experience in managing multi-country, donor-funded public health portfolios.
- Experts in digital health implementation, particularly those with hands-on experience in DHIS2 deployment and health information system interoperability.
- Candidates with a strong track record in results-based management and high-level donor reporting for organizations like the World Bank or USAID.
- Individuals comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-partner environment requiring coordination across government and international agencies.
What should you think carefully about?
- This is a fixed-term, non-staff consultancy; it does not create an employer-employee relationship and does not include standard employment benefits.
- The role requires significant administrative and reporting rigor, including strict adherence to monthly deliverable deadlines.
- While primarily remote, the position requires a willingness to travel to the Eastern Caribbean on an ad hoc basis.
- The consultant is solely responsible for their own tax and social security obligations in their jurisdiction.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This consultancy is an excellent opportunity for a mid-to-senior level public health professional to lead a high-visibility regional project. It offers the chance to work directly with major international stakeholders like the World Bank and PAHO, providing significant exposure to regional health policy and digital health infrastructure development. For those looking to build a career in international development or health systems strengthening, this role provides a platform to demonstrate leadership in complex, multi-country program management.
Our take
This role is ideal for experienced consultants with a background in public health and digital systems who are looking for a high-impact, 12-month engagement. It is less suitable for those seeking permanent staff positions or those who are not comfortable with the administrative responsibilities of independent contracting.
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