Public Health Officer
Organizational Context
The World Health Organization (WHO) Country Offices translate global and regional health commitments into national action. They provide strategic advice, facilitate dialogue, connect national authorities with WHO expertise, and promote evidence-based policies. The role supports the WHO Country Cooperation Strategy, aligning with the General Programme of Work and the European Programme of Work.
Job Purpose
This role actively supports the WHO Country Cooperation Strategy (CCS) by implementing core and project-related activities. It involves gathering country-specific information, supporting missions and policy dialogues, and ensuring the effective delivery of results. The position contributes to WHO's mandate of strengthening health systems, improving access to essential services, enhancing preparedness, and reducing health inequalities within the country, acting as a key support function for the Head of the WHO Country Office.
Responsibilities
Support the implementation of WHO activities by assisting health and other sectors in developing, implementing, and evaluating national policies and strategies to improve universal health coverage, health system performance, and inter-sectoral action. Work closely with national and sub-national stakeholders to enhance health governance. Provide technical assistance on strengthening health systems, addressing communicable and non-communicable diseases, managing determinants of health, promoting equity, and supporting emergency preparedness. Assist in applying tools for health information management, data analysis, and reporting. Support the Head of WHO Country Office in managerial, programmatic, and coordinative activities. Contribute to promoting partnerships and ensuring the quality and timeliness of project implementation.
Work Experience
Essential: At least two years of national professional experience in project management within public health, health systems, social/health policy, or international development. Desirable: Relevant experience with WHO, the UN, or other international organizations in the public health sector.
Skills
Analytical skills for health system analysis, ability to provide technical guidance to stakeholders, capacity to synthesize and communicate health policy concepts, proficiency in standard computer applications, and emotional intelligence. Expert knowledge of English and Czech languages is also required.