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Brasília, Distrito Federal, Brasil
Onsite
Grade:
P-4Salary - Annually:
Post Adjustment - Annually:
Contractual Agreement:
Staff - Professional PostJob Posting:
September 18, 2026Closing Date:
October 9, 2026, 11:59 PM Brasilia Standard TimePrimary Location:
Brasilia, BrazilOrganization:
BRA-04(a) Sistemas e serviços de saúdeSchedule:
Full timeDESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), Regional Office for the Americas of the World Health Organization (WHO), is seeking a strategic, collaborative, and results-oriented Advisor, Health Systems and Services to provide technical cooperation and leadership in strengthening health systems based on Primary Health Care, supporting universal access to health, universal health coverage, and resilient health services throughout Brazil.
Under the direct supervision of the PAHO/WHO Representative (PWR), and the technical guidance of the Director, Health Systems and Services (HSS), the selected candidate will:
• Advise and collaborate on the development, implementation, and evaluation of technical cooperation programs related to health governance, health policy, health systems development, and health services organization and management.
• Support national efforts to strengthen resilient health systems that guarantee universal access to health, universal health coverage, and effective responses to health emergencies, including pandemics.
• Provide technical cooperation to strengthen integrated, people-centered health service delivery networks, primary health care, health financing, and health information systems.
• Promote evidence-based decision-making by supporting health systems research, policy analysis, program evaluation, and the dissemination of knowledge, good practices, and lessons learned.
• Build and maintain partnerships with governments, academic institutions, development organizations, private sector partners, and other stakeholders to improve access to quality health services and reduce health inequities.
For a complete list of functions, please refer to the post description.
A university degree in one of the health, social or management sciences and a master´s degree in public health, health systems and services administration or management, from a recognized university.
Nine years of combined national and international experience in areas related to health systems development, health services delivery, extension of health care services to underserved populations/areas and developing strategies to overcome barriers to accessing health care services. Experience should also include management of health care services at either the facility or systems levels.
Fluency in Spanish or English with a working knowledge of the other language. Knowledge of French and/or Portuguese would be an asset.
Demonstrated ability to effectively use current technology and software, spreadsheets and presentations, as well as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and management information systems. Other IT skills and knowledge of software programs such as Microsoft Excel, Outlook, OneDrive, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, and Word are considered essential.
For a complete list of competencies and skills, please refer to the post description.
The skills required are:
• Knowledge and skills in the areas of organization, management and provision of health care services, including primary, secondary and tertiary care, public health services, and strengthening primary health care-based health systems.
• Competencies in regulation, financing and public health functions, extension of health care services to underserved populations and areas, equity in access to health services, quality of health services, and strategies to overcome barriers to accessing integrated health services.
• Knowledge and proficiency in the management of health systems and services research, as well as competency development in the area of public health.
• Knowledge and skills in the formulation of technical cooperation interventions and the development of criteria and instruments for evaluating program interventions.
• Knowledge and skills in policy analysis and project formulation, leadership and regulatory functions, financing for universal health, public health functions and services, purchasing of services, educational development, human resources management, and operations research in primary health care services.
• Strong professional oral and writing skills, including the development of reports, oral presentations, and technical and persuasive documents for consideration at the highest levels of the Organization and country authorities.
Post of limited duration. First year probationary period.
DISCLAIMER
This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade and level.
All applicants are required to complete an on-line profile to be considered for this post.
Candidates will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration.
In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the official degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. PAHO, considers official higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in one of the following databases:
- World Higher Education Database (WHED), list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
The list can be assessed through the link: http://whed.net/
- Council for Higher Education Accreditation chea.org
- College Navigator, found on the website of the National Centre for Educational Statistics, nces.gov to support the validation process.
Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to PAHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and e-Manual.
PAHO/WHO is committed to:
PAHO supports an environment of mutual respect and dignity for all applicants. All interested individuals who meet the requirements of this position are encouraged to apply.
Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. To do so, email us at: pahorecruitment@paho.org
Maintaining high standards of integrity and accountability. People joining PAHO are required to maintain these standards both in their professional work and personal activities.
Promoting a work environment that is free from harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and other types of abusive behavior. PAHO conducts background checks and will not hire anyone who has a substantiated history of misconduct.
Providing a smoke-free environment.
Protecting the people in the communities we serve. Therefore, we have zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. People who commit serious wrongdoing will be terminated and may also face criminal prosecution.
