International Consultant - Food Safety
Quick answer
The WHO Western Pacific Regional Office is hiring a full-time Senior International Consultant - Food Safety (Philippines-Manila) paying USD 5,000 + USD 2,100 per month to support the implementation of the WHO Global Strategy for Food Safety 2022–2030.
- Role
- International Consultant - Food Safety
- Organization
- WHO Western Pacific Regional Office
- Location
- Philippines-Manila
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- USD 5,000 per month + USD 2,100 per month Living Allowance
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The International Consultant will provide technical and analytical support to the Food Safety team in the implementation of the WHO Global Strategy for Food Safety 2022–2030 in the Western Pacific Region, focusing on food safety policy, assessment, capacity building, and collaboration with WHO Collaborating Centres.
What you'll do
- Provide technical support for the review and updating of national food safety policies, legislation and regulatory frameworks
- Assist in conducting food safety assessments
- Support the development and implementation of roadmaps and action plans for selected Member States
- Contribute to the design and implementation of capacity-building activities related to food safety
- Support the development of technical documents and other programme materials related to food safety
- Support monitoring of the WHO Global Strategy for Food Safety indicators
What it takes
- Minimum of a first university degree in food safety, food science, food engineering, food technology, public health, or another relevant field
- Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in food safety strategy and programmes and closely related technical area
- Experience working with Ministries of Health, national food safety authorities, WHO, other international organizations, research institutions or technical networks
- Written and spoken fluency in English is essential
- Working knowledge of other UN languages is an advantage
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in the Philippines-Manila.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is USD 5,000 per month + USD 2,100 per month Living Allowance.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a first university degree in a relevant field, 4 years of relevant experience, and fluency in English.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted by October 8, 2026, and can be done through the WHO job application portal.
Is the job remote?
The job is expected to work on site, from the WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific in Manila, Philippines.
How to apply
Apply directly on WHO Western Pacific Regional Office's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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