Technical Officer (Polio)
Quick answer
WHO is hiring a Technical Officer (Polio) in Pakistan-Islamabad on a full-time basis, paying USD 86,027 annually, to support polio eradication and vaccine-preventable disease control.
- Role
- Technical Officer (Polio)
- Organization
- EM/PVD Polio Eradication & Vaccine Preventable Diseases
- Location
- Pakistan-Islamabad
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- USD 86,027 (annual base salary) + variable post adjustment
- Category
- Other
The role
The Technical Officer (Polio) position at WHO supports the eradication of polio and vaccine-preventable diseases, focusing on technical advice, implementation support, and capacity building in immunization and surveillance activities.
What you'll do
- Provide technical advice and implementation support to Member States and WHO offices
- Support the planning, coordination, implementation and monitoring of immunization activities
- Provide technical support for preparedness and response to polio and other VPDs
- Strengthen surveillance and associated laboratory networks
- Compile, validate, analyse and interpret data
- Support workplans, budgets, vaccine and supply forecasting, allocation and monitoring
What it takes
- Master's degree in public health, epidemiology, immunization, vaccinology, health sciences, infectious or communicable disease control, global health, international development or another field directly relevant to the functions of the position
- At least seven years of progressively responsible professional experience in public health, including at least four years in disease eradication, immunization, VPD surveillance/control or infectious-disease prevention and control
- Experience supporting national or subnational programmes, analysing programme and surveillance data, and translating technical guidance into implementation
- Relevant experience gained outside the candidate's home country; significant work in polio eradication or large-scale immunization programmes
- Experience with WHO, another UN organization, an international NGO, GPEI or immunization partners
- Experience in developing-country, fragile, conflict-affected, humanitarian or outbreak settings
What you'll bring
How we treat you
30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Pakistan-Islamabad.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is USD 86,027 annually, plus a variable post adjustment.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Master's degree in a relevant field and at least seven years of experience in public health, including disease eradication and immunization.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted by October 15, 2026, and candidates should provide relevant evidence of their qualifications, including a scanned copy of their degree(s).
How to apply
Apply directly on EM/PVD Polio Eradication & Vaccine Preventable Diseases's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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