National Professional Officer (Health Financing)
Organizational Context
WHO's Country Offices translate global and regional health strategies into national action. They support Member States by providing strategic advice, convening stakeholders, connecting national authorities with WHO's technical expertise, and facilitating the use of evidence and best practices to inform policy, aligning with the General Programme of Work and the European Programme of Work.
Job Purpose
The National Professional Officer (Health Financing) leads WHO's health financing initiatives in Ukraine, aiming to advance Universal Health Coverage, promote best practices, and reduce financial hardship. This role provides crucial technical advice to national counterparts on health financing policy and reform, ensuring alignment with WHO's strategic objectives and contributing to improved health system performance and financial protection for the population.
Responsibilities
Coordinate and lead WHO's health financing workstream, aligning with the Country Cooperation Strategy and contributing to health sector coordination. Provide technical advice to the Ministry of Health and other national partners on developing and implementing health financing policies and reforms, including strategic purchasing and public financial management. Identify priority areas for collaboration and capacity development, translating them into actionable workplans. Oversee the generation and use of evidence to support policy and reform, ensuring quality and relevance. Manage the implementation of health financing activities under donor-funded projects, monitoring progress and reporting to stakeholders. Represent WHO in discussions on health financing, fostering collaboration among partners. Supervise and provide technical direction to staff, ensuring effective coordination and development. Contribute to strengthening national capacity through guidance and knowledge sharing. Organize and support WHO missions and high-level engagements on health financing.
Work Experience
Essential: Minimum of five years of professional experience in health systems strengthening, with significant experience in health financing. Experience working with national health authorities, international organizations, or NGOs. Demonstrated experience in contributing to national health financing policy processes. Desirable: Experience with WHO/UN agencies and providing policy advice in reform or post-crisis settings.
Skills
Knowledge of health systems and financing policy in the WHO European Region (purchasing, benefit package design, public financial management, financial protection monitoring). Ability to translate technical analysis into policy advice for senior decision-makers. Skill in interacting credibly with high-level stakeholders. Ability to lead teams and work effectively under uncertainty. Data management and analysis skills. Proficiency in computer applications (word processing, spreadsheets, presentations). Strong written and oral communication skills. Emotional intelligence.