About the opportunity
The World Health Organization (WHO) Country Office in the Philippines is seeking a National Consultant in Health Care Financing to provide technical assistance in policy analysis, health financing analytics, stakeholder engagement, evidence generation, and the implementation of priority health financing initiatives. In line with the Health Care Financing Strategy of the Philippines 2023–2028 and the Department of Health (DOH) and PhilHealth agenda, this role focuses on strengthening financial protection mechanisms, reducing out-of-pocket expenditures, and promoting data-informed health financing policies. The consultant will work on deliverables including PhilHealth benefit package optimization, monitoring and evaluation frameworks for Special Health Funds, and the evaluation of financial protection policies.
Salary and benefits
- Monthly remuneration of PHP 250,000 (Band Level A)
- 11-month contract duration from October 2026 to September 2027
- Opportunity to contribute directly to national universal health care reforms and sustainable financing policies
Who can apply?
- Essential: University degree in health financing, health economics, health policy, health systems, economics, or other relevant health-related disciplines
- Desirable: Post-graduate degree in health financing, health economics, or a related field
- Essential: At least five years of relevant experience in health financing policy development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, or health financing analytics at the national or subnational level
- Desirable: Work experience with government agencies (such as the Department of Health or PhilHealth) or international development partners; experience in financial protection, strategic purchasing, or social health insurance
- Expert knowledge of English and Filipino
Required documents
- Curriculum Vitae / Resume
- Scanned copies of required degrees, diplomas, or certificates (if shortlisted for interview)
- Proof of vaccination status as required by WHO
When to apply
- Job Posting Date: October 12, 2026
- Application Deadline: October 26, 2026, at 10:59 PM GMT
How to apply
- Access the WHO online recruitment system via the job posting page
- Create or update your candidate profile and submit your online application before the deadline
- Complete any screening assessments or written tests if requested
Additional information
- The position is based on-site at PhilHealth and the WHO Country Office in Manila, Philippines, with anticipated domestic travel to various regions and local government units.
- Consultants perform work as independent contractors in a personal capacity and are responsible for their own tax withholdings.
- WHO has 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…
- An ideal match for health economists and public health specialists with substantial experience in national health financing policies in the Philippines.
- Strong fit for professionals with proven expertise in strategic purchasing, PhilHealth benefit packages, or financial protection monitoring.
- Well-suited for experts comfortable engaging directly with government stakeholders like the Department of Health and PhilHealth.
What should you think carefully about?
- Requires full-time, on-site presence in Manila with domestic travel obligations.
- Operates as an 11-month external consultancy contract rather than a permanent staff position, making it a fixed-term commitment.
- Applicants must independently manage their own tax liabilities and social security contributions.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This consultancy provides a high-impact platform for seasoned health financing professionals to shape national universal health care reforms, strengthen financial risk protection, and build lasting policy frameworks in collaboration with key government and international partners in the Philippines.
Our take
Experienced health financing experts and health economists with deep knowledge of the Philippine health system should strongly consider applying before the October 26, 2026 deadline.
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