Junior Public Health Professional - Digital Health
Organizational Context
The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health. This role is within the SE/HSD Department of Health Systems Development, focusing on advancing digital health and AI across the South-East Asia Region. The position aims to support Member States in developing and implementing digital health solutions to improve health outcomes and achieve Sustainable Development Goals.
Job Purpose
The Junior Public Health Professional (JPP) will support the WHO South-East Asia Regional Office (SEARO) in advancing digital health and the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI). The role involves providing technical assistance to Member States for developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating national digital health strategies and initiatives. The JPP will contribute to regional strategy development, facilitate capacity building, strengthen digital health ecosystems, and support the scale-up of digital health and AI solutions to enhance health systems and achieve Universal Health Coverage (UHC) across the region.
Responsibilities
Support WHO-SEARO and Member States in developing, implementing, and monitoring digital health strategies and action plans. Provide technical and coordination support for regional and country-level work on digital health architecture, interoperability, standards, and capacity building. Engage with Member States, WHO departments, development partners, and other stakeholders to facilitate partnerships and prepare technical materials. Contribute to the development of guidance documents, policy papers, and knowledge products related to digital health. Support capacity-building activities, workshops, and knowledge-exchange events. Conduct evidence reviews and technical analysis to inform digital health initiatives and support country-level implementation. Document and disseminate country and regional digital health initiatives, lessons learned, and best practices.
Work Experience
Essential: Minimum one year of experience in digital health implementation or health systems. Minimum one year of experience working within national/subnational government systems, partnering with public health leadership. In-depth knowledge of government-centric digital health implementation and large-scale deployments. Proven track record in drafting national/state-level policies. At least one year of experience managing diverse stakeholders. Desirable: Experience with WHO, UN agencies, or international organizations; experience disseminating work through presentations and case studies; knowledge of SEA regional languages.
Skills
Proficiency in spoken and written English. Computer proficiency with standard software applications. Ability to think strategically, work under tight deadlines, and develop innovative solutions. Demonstrated ability to take ownership and drive execution from conceptualization to impact. WHO competencies: Teamwork, Communication, Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences, Producing results, Ensuring the effective use of resources.