About the opportunity
This consultancy at the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) / Regional Office of the World Health Organization (WHO) provides technical cooperation to consolidate results for integrated health service networks, life course approaches with emphasis on maternal, child, and adolescent health, human resources for health, and related health service pillars. Working under the technical coordination of the PAHO/WHO Health Systems and Services Advisor in El Salvador, the consultant collaborates with the Ministry of Health and national stakeholders from January 1 to June 30, 2027.
Salary and benefits
- Total contract remuneration of US$22,444.00, paid upon completion and approval of four expected deliverables
- Coverage of an emergency accident and illness insurance policy
- Professional experience within the regional office of an international public health organization
Who can apply?
- Essential academic education: University degree as a Doctor of Medicine
- Desirable academic education: Postgraduate studies in Epidemiology, Public Health, Family and Community Medicine, and/or Health Administration
- Essential professional experience: 7 years of professional experience at the national level, experience in public health project and program development, and experience in health service networks
- Desirable professional experience: Previous work experience with PAHO or international cooperation agencies
- Languages: Excellent command of spoken and written Spanish; functional English is desirable
- Citizenship or legal authorization to work in El Salvador
Required documents
- Updated online profile on the PAHO Career page with elaborated descriptions of past tasks performed
- Scanned copies of required university degrees, diplomas, or certificates if retained for an interview
- Detailed invoice describing the products and services delivered, signed by the representative
When to apply
- Job posting date: October 28, 2026
- Application deadline: November 6, 2026, at 11:59 PM Central Standard Time
How to apply
- Complete an online profile on the PAHO Career page ensuring all experience records are updated
- Submit the application online through the official PAHO Workday recruitment portal before the deadline
Additional information
- The contract period runs from January 1 to June 30, 2027.
- Functions are performed remotely from the consultant's place of residence, occasionally from PAHO facilities in El Salvador, with required field travel.
- The position operates under a non-staff consultant agreement as an independent contractor, and the consultant is solely responsible for 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…
- Medical doctors with substantial national-level public health and health network experience in El Salvador.
- Professionals seeking a targeted international consultancy focused on integrated health service networks and life course health strategies.
- Candidates skilled in technical report writing, interprogrammatic coordination, and institutional capacity building.
What should you think carefully about?
- This is a fixed-term consultancy running from January through June 2027 rather than a permanent staff position.
- Applicants must legally reside or be authorized to work in El Salvador and be prepared for occasional field travel.
- Remuneration is tied strictly to the delivery and formal approval of four specific technical products on defined dates.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This six-month consultancy provides an excellent opportunity for experienced public health professionals to contribute directly to national health system strengthening and regional cooperation frameworks alongside international health authorities.
Our take
Qualified medical professionals with strong backgrounds in public health and health networks in El Salvador who are available for a fixed-term assignment should consider applying before the November deadline.
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