Public Health Policy and Program Advisor

Grade:

P-4

Salary - Monthly (non-negotiable):

7,168.92 USD

Post Adjustment - Monthly:

2,157.84 USD

Contractual Agreement:

Staff - Professional Non-post

Job Posting:

May 18, 2026

Closing Date:

June 1, 2026, 11:59 PM Central Standard Time

Primary Location:

San Salvador, El Salvador

Organization:

CSC Country and Subregional Coordination

Schedule:

Full time

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

Public Health Policy and Program Advisor

Join us and be the driving force behind advancing strategic public health policy and partnerships across PAHO.

The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), Regional Office for the Americas of the World Health Organization (WHO), is seeking an energetic, results-driven and service-oriented Public Health Policy and Program Advisor to provide high-level policy analysis, strategic advice, and coordination to strengthen PAHO’s technical cooperation and partnerships in the Central American subregion.

Under the direct supervision of the Head, Country and Subregional Coordination (CSC), the selected candidate will:

• Provide policy analysis and strategic advice to support oversight of PAHO’s technical cooperation in the Central American subregion and ensure alignment with organizational mandates and priorities.
• Lead the development of strategies to support innovative and efficient modalities of work within subregional integration mechanisms and promote inter-programmatic collaboration.
• Strengthen institutional coordination by supporting mechanisms for effective planning, target setting, and programmatic alignment.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with PAHO/WHO entities, UN organizations, intergovernmental bodies, and other stakeholders to enhance programmatic integration and impact.
• Review project proposals and contribute to resource mobilization strategies to support implementation of the Biennial Work Plan (BWP).
• Provide strategic and technical guidance on technical and policy documents, and support high-level meetings and governing body processes.
• Support the development of operational procedures, policies, and collaboration mechanisms across the Organization.

For a complete list of functions, please see the post description.

What is required for this position?

Education

Essential: A bachelor’s degree in one of the health, social or management sciences and a master’s degree in public health, public policy, international relations, public administration, political science or any other field related to the functions of the post from a recognized university.

Experience

Essential: Nine years of combined national and international experience working in international development programs involving multiple stakeholders. Experience should include development of strategy and programmatic analysis, planning and evaluation of health programs including resource mobilization.

Desirable: Knowledge/expertise on Subregional Integration mechanisms.

Languages

Fluency in English or Spanish with working knowledge of the other language. Knowledge of French and/or Portuguese would be an asset.

IT Skills

Demonstrated ability to effectively use current technology and software, as well as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). Other IT skills and knowledge of software programs such as Microsoft Excel, Outlook, OneDrive, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, and Word are considered essential.

Competencies and Skills

For a complete list of competencies and skills, please refer to the post description.

The skills required are:

• Demonstrated expertise in public health and international technical cooperation, including program planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Strong knowledge of Central American subregional integration mechanisms and governance structures.
• Sound knowledge and skills in policy analysis and project formulation and management.
• Ability to design and operationalize technical cooperation interventions, including monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
• Proven ability to build and sustain strategic partnerships with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including the preparation of high-level reports and technical documents.

Duration of Contract

This is an initial 11-month assignment, with the possibility of extensions, subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

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.