About the opportunity
The World Health Organization (WHO) is seeking a Technical Officer (Grade P4) for the Department of Health Promotion, Disease Prevention and Control (HPD) based in Cairo, Egypt. The incumbent will lead, inspire, and strategically direct programmes related to mental health, neurological, and substance use disorders (MNS). Responsibilities include supporting Member States in developing evidence-informed policies, national strategies, surveillance systems, and regional action plans such as the MHPSS in emergencies 2024-2030 and the flagship initiative on accelerating public health action on substance use. The role involves technical support, project proposal drafting, donor engagement, and fostering partnerships across the Eastern Mediterranean Region.
Salary and benefits
- Annual base salary starting at USD 86,027
- Variable post adjustment reflecting cost of living (currently USD 2,072 per month for Cairo)
- 30 days of annual leave
- Allowances for dependent family members
- Home leave
- Education grant for dependent children
- Parental leave and flexible work arrangements
Who can apply?
- Master's degree in psychiatry or Clinical Psychology from a recognized institution
- At least 7 years of relevant experience with international exposure in developing and implementing policies, strategies, and action plans in the prevention and treatment of mental health conditions and substance abuse across developmental and humanitarian settings
- Expert knowledge of English
- Desirable qualifications include a Doctorate or certification in mental health and substance use disorder/addiction medicine, working experience in developing countries and UN bodies/NGOs, and intermediate knowledge of Arabic or French
Required documents
- Properly completed and updated Stellis profile
- Scanned copies of required degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) obtained from an institution recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED) if retained for an interview
- Updated vaccination card during the medical clearance process
When to apply
- Job Posting Date: Sep 2, 2026
- Closing Date: Sep 23, 2026, 9:59:00 PM
How to apply
- Review the candidate instructions and ensure your qualifications, education, training, and experience records are fully detailed on Stellis
- Submit your application online through the WHO Stellis recruitment platform before the closing deadline
Additional information
- Contract duration is 1 year, subject to availability of funds, satisfactory performance, and continuing need for the position.
- A written test and/or asynchronous video assessment may be used as a screening tool.
- Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO.
- WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, and other types of abusive conduct.
- WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of tobacco.
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…
- Applicants with a Master's degree in psychiatry or clinical psychology from a recognized institution.
- Professionals possessing at least 7 years of relevant international experience in developing and implementing mental health and substance abuse prevention policies.
- Candidates seeking a senior P4-grade role involving donor engagement and regional health strategy coordination.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is based on-site in Cairo, Egypt, requiring relocation if not already local.
- Contract duration is subject to the availability of funds, satisfactory performance, and continuing organizational need.
- Expert knowledge of English is required, and intermediate knowledge of Arabic or French is considered desirable.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This 1-year staff position serves as a strategic stepping stone for mental health experts aiming to shape regional public health action plans and drive multilateral initiatives across the Eastern Mediterranean.
Our take
Clinical psychologists and psychiatrists with solid policy backgrounds will find this a strong career match, whereas applicants seeking permanent tenure without funding contingencies should evaluate carefully.
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