Technical Officer

| Job Description - Technical Officer (2604217) Technical Officer-(2604217)Grade:P3Contractual Arrangement:Temporary appointment under Staff Rule 420.4Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days):1 year (Subject to availability of funds, satisfactory performance and continuing need for the position)## Job Posting:Sep 29, 2026, 3:06:52 AM## Closing Date:Oct 19, 2026, 5:59:00 PM## Primary Location:Egypt-Cairo## Organization:EM/RDO Office of The Regional Director## Schedule:Full-timeIMPORTANT NOTICE:Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.## OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMMEThe Regional Director's Office (RDO) supports the Regional Directorin the efficient delivery of their mandate and in the provision of effectiveleadership and coordination of the work of WHO in the Eastern MediterraneanRegion, including partnerships and collaboration with countries, the UN system,international organizations, bilateral and multilateral agencies and otherstakeholders.## DESCRIPTION OF DUTIESCoordinate and facilitate improved information and knowledge management within the team to ensure monitoring and evaluation, organizational learning, and reporting, with a particular responsibility for maintaining andimproving the activities databases/lessons learnt log.Accompany the Regional Director to meetingsand missions, when necessary, prepare meeting minutes, track progress on agreedissues, and follow-up with focal points on actions taken. Facilitate the Regional Director's public engagements and travel to countries of the Region, including collaborating withtechnical departments to prepare talking points and background documents,updating the Regional Director's calendar, liaising with organizers to obtainall relevant materials.Coordinate the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Regional Office's preparations for UN and WHO governing body meetings,including the Regional Committee Meeting, the World Health Assembly and the United Nations General Assembly, in close collaboration with other relevant units. 5. Contribute to the management and maintenance of the Regional Director's schedule, correspondence and missions, with support of the Regional Director's Office.6. Participate actively in key technical and policy meetings to support WHO EMRO's work with Member States. 7. Prepare briefings for the RDO on important programmatic, procedural and protocol issues for the region.8. Draft reports, briefing notes,meeting summaries and other technical products to ensure proper reporting andfollow-up after meetings,and international or country missions by WHO, other partners, experts.9. Generate routine statistical andanalytical reports as required, based on the existing databases. 10. Perform any other duties as assigned by the Regional Director## REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS### EducationEssential: First university degree in business management, social sciences, Public health or related field.Desirable: Advanced degree or training in relevant field including project management or public administration.### ExperienceEssential: At least five years' experience in technical work with international exposure in WHO, the UN System, a governmental or non-governmental organization. proven experience in planning and managing appropriate communications related to technical activities, high-level meetings, and missions.Desirable: Working experience in an international or UN organization.### SkillsAbilityto work effectively with colleagues at national and international levels. Excellent skills in drafting and writingpolicies and reports. Excellent organizational, planning, project management and negotiation skills. Excellentdrafting skills with demonstrated ability in the development and editing oftechnical documents; ability to write in a clear and concise manner and toconvey written information in an effective manner.### WHO CompetenciesTeamworkRespecting and promoting individual and cultural differencesCommunicationMoving forward in a changing environmentProducing results### Use of Language SkillsEssential: Expert knowledge of English.Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of French.## REMUNERATIONWHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 71,335 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 1718 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.## ADDITIONAL INFORMATION- Staff members separated due to the 2025 Prioritization and Realignment Process will receive special consideration according to the applicable regulatory framework.- This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level.- Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.- A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.- In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link:http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.- According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.- Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and eManual.- The Director-General retains the discretion to not make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description, including shortening the duration of the appointment.- Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.- WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics. - WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States(https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply.- Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (modifications or adjustments to the application or recruitment process) to support their participation in the application and recruitment process. Please send an email toreasonableaccommodation@who.intwith your full name, the vacancy number you are applying for, and specific details of the accommodation needed in your request.- An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put theWHO Values Charterinto practice.- WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discriminati