About the opportunity
The World Health Organization (WHO) is seeking a Technical Officer for Immunization Information Systems (Grade P4) to join the Laboratory and Intelligence Team within the Division of Health Promotion, Disease Prevention and Control (DPC) at the Regional Office for the Western Pacific in Manila, Philippines. The Division aims to support Member States in achieving healthier populations through integrated, evidence-based public health actions in alignment with WHO’s regional vision. The successful candidate will provide technical expertise to assess, design, implement, and scale up electronic immunization registries and immunization information systems, lead regional reporting and accountability processes, analyze coverage and equity gaps, and strengthen national capacities in immunization data management.
Salary and benefits
- Annual base salary starting at USD 86,027
- Variable post adjustment reflecting the cost of living in Manila, currently amounting to USD 1,964 per month
- 30 days of annual leave
- Allowances for dependent family members and home leave
- Education grant for dependent children
- Parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements
Who can apply?
- Master’s degree in public health, epidemiology, biostatistics, health information management, health informatics and analytics, data science, demography, or a related field
- A minimum of seven years of relevant experience, with proven international exposure, in immunization or communicable disease surveillance, immunization data management, and epidemiological and statistical data analysis
- Demonstrated experience leading the design, introduction, and scale-up of digital immunization information systems or advanced analytics for public health decision-making
- Proven experience leading and supporting regional or multi-country initiatives, including capacity strengthening and partnerships with national authorities and international partners
- Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English
Required documents
- Scanned copy of required degree(s), diploma(s), or certificate(s) from an institution recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED) if retained for an interview
- Updated vaccination card/evidence as required during the medical clearance process
When to apply
- Job Posting Date: October 21, 2026
- Application Deadline: November 12, 2026, at 10:59 PM (GMT)
How to apply
- Access the official WHO Careers portal via the provided vacancy link
- Complete the online application form and submit your profile before the deadline
- Participate in screening assessments, which may include a written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment
Additional information
- Staff members separated due to the 2025 Prioritization and Realignment Process will receive special consideration according to the applicable regulatory framework.
- Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO.
- WHO has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, and other types of abusive conduct.
- Candidates must confirm they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking an assignment.
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…
- Mid-to-senior public health professionals with substantial expertise in health informatics, epidemiological data analysis, and digital immunization registries.
- Candidates with demonstrated multi-country or international experience working with international organizations, ministries of health, or global health alliances.
- Professionals seeking an influential international civil service role focused on building sustainable health intelligence systems and reducing immunization equity gaps.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is based in Manila, Philippines, and requires relocation unless you are already locally stationed.
- As an international professional post under a fixed-term appointment, mobility is an underlying premise, meaning future reassignment to other duty stations is possible.
- Rigorous background verification, medical clearance, and vaccination requirements apply to all final candidates.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This two-year fixed-term P4 post offers a high-impact platform for experts aiming to advance their careers within the United Nations system, providing deep operational experience in regional health policy, digital health innovation, and multi-country program coordination.
Our take
Highly qualified public health informatics and immunization specialists with extensive international experience and a master's degree should strongly consider applying before the November 2026 deadline. Those lacking the required seven years of specialized experience or international exposure will find this role less suitable.
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