FAQs
What is the job title for this position?
The job title is Advisor, Integrated Child Health.
What is the contract duration for this role?
The contract duration is two years, with the first year being a probationary period.
Where is this position located?
The primary location for this position is Washington, D.C., United States.
What are the education requirements for this position?
A university degree in a health-related profession with specialization in pediatrics and/or family medicine, and a master’s degree in public health from a recognized institution are required. A PhD in a discipline related to child health and development is desirable.
How much experience is required for this role?
A total of nine years of combined national and international experience in child health and development programs is required, with at least five years in technical cooperation projects and activities concerning child health and early childhood development.
What languages should candidates be proficient in?
Candidates should have very good knowledge of Spanish or English, with a working knowledge of the other language. Knowledge of Portuguese and/or French would be an asset.
What are the core competencies required for this job?
The core competencies include teamwork, communication, producing results, ensuring effective use of resources, and building partnerships across the Organization and beyond.
What is the annual salary for this position?
The annual salary is US $77,326.00, plus a post adjustment of 70.2% of the annual salary.
Is there an assessment process for applicants?
Yes, a written test and/or interview will be held for this post, and candidates will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration.
What kind of work environment does PAHO/WHO promote?
PAHO/WHO promotes a work environment that is free from harassment, discrimination, and other types of abusive behavior, maintaining high standards of integrity and accountability.
What benefits does PAHO/WHO offer to its employees?
Benefits include 30 days of annual leave, dependency benefits, a pension plan, health insurance scheme, and additional benefits for internationally recruited staff such as home leave, travel expenses, and education grants for dependent children.