About the opportunity
The Unit Lead (Disability and Rehabilitation) will lead the WHO Ukraine Country Office’s Rehabilitation and Disability Unit within the Health Programs team. This role is responsible for implementing the 5-year Rehabilitation, Assistive Technologies, Long Term Care and Disability Strategy in Ukraine. The incumbent will provide technical support to the Government of Ukraine to improve the health of people with impairments and disabilities, facilitate access to general health services, rehabilitation, and assistive devices, and enhance evidence-based policy and program decision-making. The position involves coordinating the rehabilitation and disability team, supporting the Rehabilitation Working Group, and strengthening disability inclusion strategies in partnership with various stakeholders.
Salary and benefits
- Annual base salary starting at USD 86,027
- Variable post adjustment (currently USD 2,014 per month for the duty station)
- 30 days of annual leave
- Allowances for dependent family members
- Home leave
- Education grant for dependent children
Who can apply?
- Advanced University (Master's level) degree in rehabilitation, public health, medicine, or related areas
- At least seven years of experience at the international level in planning, implementing, managing, and evaluating programs in disability and rehabilitation
- Practical experience in implementing or advising health or governmental institutions or NGOs on rehabilitation and assistive technology in lower- and middle-income countries
- Expert knowledge of English
- Demonstrated knowledge of standard text, spreadsheet, and presentation software applications
Required documents
- Scanned copy of degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) (required if retained for an interview)
When to apply
- Applications must be submitted by September 7, 2026, 9:59:00 PM
How to apply
- Apply online via the official WHO career portal
- Follow the provided instructions for candidates to complete the application
Additional information
- This is a temporary appointment under Staff Rule 420.4 for a duration of 6 months.
- A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.
- WHO is committed to gender parity and geographical diversity; women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Reasonable accommodations are available for persons with disabilities during the recruitment process.
- Candidates must confirm they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking an assignment.
- WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form 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…
- Experts in rehabilitation, public health, or medicine with at least seven years of international experience.
- Professionals with a track record of advising governmental institutions or NGOs in lower- and middle-income countries.
- Candidates capable of leading complex, multi-year health strategies and coordinating interdisciplinary teams.
What should you think carefully about?
- This is a temporary 6-month appointment under Staff Rule 420.4.
- The role requires on-site work in Kyiv, Ukraine.
- Candidates must confirm vaccination status as required by WHO policy before starting.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is a high-impact opportunity for a public health professional looking to contribute to critical infrastructure development in a challenging environment. It serves as a significant career milestone for those aiming to gain experience in international health policy implementation and disability inclusion strategy at the highest level.
Our take
This position is best suited for experienced international development professionals ready for a short-term, high-responsibility assignment. It is not suitable for those seeking permanent, long-term employment or remote work arrangements.
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