About the opportunity
The World Health Organization (WHO) Health Emergencies Programme is seeking a Knowledge Management Consultant to provide technical support for strengthening information and knowledge management systems. The consultant will support the development, standardization, quality assurance, documentation, and dissemination of information and knowledge products, such as situation reports, bulletins, technical briefs, reporting templates, and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Additionally, the role involves strengthening knowledge repositories, capturing operational lessons learned and good practices, coordinating communities of practice, and supporting learning and capacity-building activities to enhance evidence-informed decision-making for public health emergency preparedness and response.
Salary and benefits
- Remuneration at the NOB professional level
- 6-month part-time contract
Who can apply?
- First university degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Information Management, Knowledge Management, Health Informatics, Information Management, Social Sciences, Communications, Education, International Development, or another relevant field (advanced university degree in public health and additional training/qualifications in relevant areas are desirable).
- Up to 5 years of relevant professional experience in information management, knowledge management, public health, emergency preparedness and response, organizational learning, capacity development, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience in developing and managing information and knowledge products, including reports, technical briefs, SOPs, templates, guidance, and learning materials.
- Expert-level English proficiency (reading, writing, and speaking); intermediate or higher Arabic proficiency is highly desirable, and knowledge of other UN languages is an asset.
Required documents
- Curriculum Vitae / Resume
- Scanned copies of required degrees, diplomas, or certificates (if retained for interview)
- Updated vaccination card (during medical clearance)
When to apply
- Job Posting Date: Sep 10, 2026
- Closing Date: Sep 25, 2026, 9:59 PM
How to apply
- Visit the official WHO careers portal page for this vacancy.
- Click the 'Apply Online' button to submit your application.
Additional information
- This vacancy notice may be used to identify candidates for other similar consultancies at the same level.
- Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
- A written test may be used as a form of screening.
- Higher educational qualifications must be obtained from an institution recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED).
- WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity; women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented Member States are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Consultants act as independent contractors and are solely responsible for all applicable taxes and social security contributions.
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 up to 5 years of experience in knowledge management, public health, or health informatics.
- Candidates with a degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or Social Sciences.
- Individuals with expert-level English and a strong ability to develop SOPs, technical briefs, and reports.
What should you think carefully about?
- This is a part-time contract for a limited duration of six months.
- The consultant acts as an independent contractor and is responsible for their own taxes and social security.
- Arabic proficiency is highly desirable, which may make the rest of the applicant pool more competitive.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is perfect for someone looking to build a professional network within the WHO Health Emergencies Programme. It allows a professional to develop standardized knowledge products and manage repositories to improve public health emergency response.
Our take
A great opportunity for mid-career information management professionals who want to experience a part-time, remote consultancy with the WHO.
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