WHO Project Support Specialist | UN P2 Role | $4,596/Month | Deadline: Sept 3, 2025

Overview
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), WHO’s Regional Office for the Americas, is recruiting a Project Support Specialist (P2) for its Health Emergencies Department in Washington, D.C. With a salary of $4,596/month, this role is a chance to directly support the Pandemic Fund, strengthening global health security. Deadline: Sept 3, 2025.

Table of Contents

• The Mission

• Role & Responsibilities

• Qualifications & Skills

• Salary, Contract & Benefits

• Application Process

• Official Link

The Mission: Securing Global Health
The Pandemic Fund channels resources to build prevention, preparedness, and response (PPR) capacity in low- and middle-income countries. As part of this mission, PAHO ensures effective fund allocation and project execution across the Americas.

Role & Responsibilities
As Project Support Specialist, you will:

1. Project Management – Support design, planning, and implementation of Pandemic Fund projects.

2. Financial Administration – Manage budgets, awards, reallocations, and monitor fund execution using PAHO/WHO systems.

3. Partnerships & Communication – Build stakeholder collaboration, draft reports, briefing notes, and promote project achievements.

4. Monitoring & Knowledge Management – Oversee reporting tools, annual reviews, and maintain project platforms for transparency and efficiency.

Qualifications & Skills

• University degree in public health, social sciences, business administration, or related field.

• At least 2 years of international project management experience (preferably in health or emergencies).

• Knowledge of budget/financial management systems.

• Strong communication, coordination, and partnership skills.

• English required; Spanish/French/Portuguese desirable.

WHO Project Support Specialist | UN P2 Role | $4,596

Salary, Contract & Benefits

• Grade: UN P2

• Salary: ~$4,596/month (net, UN scale)

• Duty Station: Washington, D.C.

• Contract Type: Fixed-term, subject to extension/renewal.

Application Process

1. Review TOR on the official WHO careers site.

Apply here: [Official WHO/PAHO Careers Page

FAQs

1) What is the salary for this role?
Approx. $4,596/month (UN P2 scale, net base).

2) Where is the duty station?
Washington, D.C., USA (PAHO HQ).

3) What is the application deadline?
Sept 3, 2025 (midnight, D.C. time).

4) What qualifications are required?
University degree + at least 2 years of relevant project support/management experience, preferably in health emergencies.

5) What are the main responsibilities?
Project planning, financial/budget management, reporting, partnerships, communications, and monitoring.

6) Is international experience required?
Yes—experience in multicultural or international health settings is highly desirable.

7) How do I apply?
Submit an application via the WHO Careers portal before the deadline.