WHO·Feb 18, 2026
Essential Immunization, New Vaccines Technical and Programme Manager
- Programme planning and Coordination: - Support the unit in developing and updating immunization workplans, national immunization strategies database and assist in coordinating planning sessions, workshops, stakeholder ...
On-siteInternationalSpecialist UCoS to Mar20263. Good health and well-being
On-site
Congo
Brazzaville
Duration
183 days
Extendable
Positions
1 Available
Deadline
Mar 4, 2026
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Sustainable Development Goal
3. Good health and well-being
General Information
Description of assignment title
Essential Immunization, New Vaccines Technical and Programme Manager
Assignment country
Congo
Expected start date
Apr 1, 2026
Sustainable Development Goal
3. Good health and well-being
Volunteer category
Specialist UCoS to Mar2026
Host entity
WHO
Type
onsite
Duration
183 days
(with possibility of extension)
Number of assignments
1
Duty stations
Brazzaville
Assignment Details
Mission and Objectives
The World Health Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations Public Health Organization established in 1948. The objective of the World Health Organization shall be the attainment by all peoples of the highest possible level of health.
World Health Organization achieves its goals by performing its essential functions:
1. Take a leadership role in key health issues and create partnerships when joint action is needed;
2. Set research priorities and encourage the acquisition, application and dissemination of useful knowledge;
3. Setting standards and criteria and encouraging and monitoring them;
4. Develop ethical and evidence-based policies
5. Provide technical support, be an agent of change and build institutional capacity in a sustainable way;
6. Monitor health status and assess health trends.
Context
The position is situated within the Essential Immunization and New Vaccines (EIV) Sub-team and focuses on strengthening immunization systems and accelerating the introduction of new vaccines in line with global and regional priorities. It requires integrated programme management and technical support to ensure the 47 WHO AFRO countries achieve high and equitable coverage of essential immunization services.
Task Description
- Programme planning and Coordination:
- Support the unit in developing and updating immunization workplans, national immunization strategies database and assist in coordinating planning sessions, workshops, stakeholder consultations, etc.
- Technical assistance for implementation:
- Provide technical and logistical support for training and capacity-building activities, data-driven implementation, etc.
- Monitoring, reporting and evaluation:
- Assist in setting up and maintain real-time dashboards and monitoring tools for vaccine introduction and coverage including introduction status across 47 countries and 19 antigens; ensure 100% uptime;
- Validate and analyze country data to identify bottlenecks and propose corrective actions;
- Prepare regular progress briefs, presentations and reports for stakeholders.
Perform other tasks as requested by the supervisor.
Eligibility Criteria
Age
18 - 80
Required experience
5 years
Nationality
Open to all nationalities
Assignment Requirements
Relevant experience
5 years
Language Requirements
EnglishRequired
Fluent
FrenchRequired
Fluent
Required education level
Master's degree
Competencies and values
• Teamwork
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
• Communication
• Moving Forward in a Changing Environment
• Planning and organizing
• Integrity
• Accountability
• Commitment to continuous learning
• Flexibility
• Promoting the Organization’s position in Health Leadership
• Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement
Skills and experience
- At least 5 years' experience managing immunization or public health programs and strengthening health systems.
- Skilled in designing and implementing health programs with expertise in theory of change development.
- Strong skills in program documentation, including drafting technical reports, annual reviews, and knowledge products.
- Experience in policy development, strategic planning, and capacity building for immunization.
- Strong background in Gavi processes and dashboard creation.
- Excellent coordination, planning, and reporting abilities with stakeholders.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proven success working in multi-disciplinary teams.
- Ability to deliver high-quality outputs under tight deadlines and in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to use standard office software packages, Conversant with common IT software including eHealth tools.
Area(s) of expertise
Health, Communication, Development programmes
Driving license
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Additional Information
Living conditions and remarks
Brazzaville is the headquarters of the WHO Regional Office for Africa and the capital of the Republic of Congo. It is a quiet city on the borders of the Congo river with a relatively low crime rate and as such is a family station. WHO staff live either in the WHO compound which is a 30 minutes’ drive from the centre of town or in the city centre. There are a range of apartments available, with all the necessary amenities including furniture but it should be noted that the cost of living in Brazzaville is T. +49 (0) 228-815 2000 F. +49 (0) 228-815 2001 A. Platz der Vereinten Nationen 1, 53113 Bonn, Germany W. www.unv.org The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme is administered by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). 6 relatively high. The climate is generally warm year-round with several different rainy and dry seasons. While Brazzaville is a fairly quiet city there are a range of restaurants including European, Asian and bars. WHO has a medical clinic. The Republic Congo is a unique country and WHO AFRO is a unique operation. It provides for an interesting and enriching environment, but also requires a mature level of cultural awareness, as well as more stamina and commitment than elsewhere to make life comfortable and affordable. Therefore, flexibility and the ability and willingness to live and work in harsh and potentially hazardous conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort, are essential. https://www.unv.org].
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Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements
Selected candidates for certain occupational groups may be subject to vaccination requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19), in line with the applicable host entity policy.
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