WHO Technical Officer, Health Workforce 2026: Strengthening Global Health Systems
Organization: World Health Organization (WHO) Position: Technical Officer (Health Workforce) Grade: P-3 / P-4 (International Professional) Location: Geneva (HQ), Regional Offices (e.g., Cairo, Copenhagen, Brazzaville), or Country Offices Salary: Approx. $77,000 - $100,000+ USD (Net of Tax) + Post Adjustment
The global shortage of health workers is one of the most pressing challenges of our time. By 2030, the world faces a projected shortfall of 10 million health workers. To avert this crisis, the World Health Organization (WHO) is recruiting a Technical Officer, Health Workforce.+1
This is a strategic policy role for professionals who understand that Universal Health Coverage (UHC) cannot exist without the people who deliver it. You will not be treating patients; you will be treating the system. Whether you are an economist, a public health policy expert, or a human resources strategist, this position offers you the platform to influence national policies on recruitment, retention, education, and migration of health personnel.
As a Technical Officer, you will work within the Health Workforce Department, supporting Member States to implement the "Working for Health" action plan. You will deal with complex issues like the ethical migration of nurses, the gender pay gap in healthcare, and the digital training of community health workers.