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About WHO
The World Health Organization is the United Nations’ specialized agency for health. It leads and coordinates international public-health work, sets norms and standards, supports countries with evidence and technical cooperation, and responds to health emergencies. WHO works through headquarters, six regional offices and country offices, pursuing health equity, stronger health systems, disease prevention, preparedness and access to essential health services.
- Established
- 1948
- Global Workforce
- ~9,126
- Annual Budget
- USD 3.10bn annualised from the USD 6.207bn 2026–27 programme budget
- Global Presence
- 150+ countries and territories
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Working with WHO
A WHO career is built around the idea that health is both a technical discipline and a public good. The organization works with its Member States to set global standards, generate and interpret evidence, strengthen health systems and respond to outbreaks, disasters and other emergencies. Its people include epidemiologists, clinicians, laboratory and regulatory specialists, health economists, data scientists, policy advisers, communicators, logisticians and operations professionals.
Why Work at WHO?
Advance health as a right
Help countries make essential health services safer, fairer and more resilient.
Combine evidence with country action
Turn science, surveillance and policy into support for ministries and communities.
Contribute during health emergencies
Support preparedness and response where public-health risks demand rapid, coordinated action.
How to Apply for WHO Jobs
Once you find a suitable WHO vacancy on IGO Jobs or the WHO careers page, submit your application through WHO's official recruitment portal. Below is a guide on how to apply.
Official WHO application route ↗1Compare the posting with your qualifications and the WHO competency model
Read the education, experience, language, location and eligibility requirements closely. WHO recommends that candidates compare their qualifications, skills and experience with the notice and may use a self-assessment table, particularly because applications can include self-assessment questions.
2Create an external-candidate profile in Stellis
WHO uses Stellis to publish vacancies and manage profiles. Open the external-candidate link from the official careers page, create a user account and select the exact role. Once registered, you can also activate job alerts in Profile > Preferences and save search criteria.
3Complete the general profile accurately, then customize the job application
Enter complete work experience, achievements and competencies. WHO says the general profile is a basic template that can be used for several vacancies, but each application can be customized separately; the general profile is updated with the data submitted in the latest application.
4Add a focused motivation statement and answer screening questions
Use any cover letter to explain your motivation and fit for that particular role. Keep all claims accurate and ensure the profile demonstrates the competencies and technical experience requested in the announcement, since it forms the basis of WHO’s eligibility and suitability evaluation.
5Submit before the locally displayed closing time
Check the deadline shown on your device, complete the required fields and submit online. WHO states that late applications are not accepted and that a successful submission produces an automated acknowledgement email. Use the registered email address and Stellis profile for later communications.
6Expect screening and a competency-based interview if shortlisted
WHO contacts only candidates under serious consideration. Those shortlisted may undergo one or more screening steps and a competency-based interview before an offer. The organization warns that thorough review can take weeks or months, so avoid interpreting silence before that as a technical problem.
Recruitment safety: No. WHO states that it never asks for money for recruitment and warns applicants about messages pretending to represent the organization. Verify the sender and the vacancy through the official WHO careers site, and do not provide money or sensitive information to an unverified contact claiming to offer employment.
WHO Market Insights
Current vacancy activity and the career areas represented across active WHO listings.
Active jobs
75
Added this month
72
+69 vs last monthTypical posting age
10 days
Most active month
August
Least active month
July
Most active duty station
Geneva
Based on IGO Jobs internal index data. See methodology and sources.
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Frequently asked questions about WHO careers
Where do I apply for WHO jobs?+
WHO publishes vacancies and manages external-candidate profiles through Stellis, accessed from its official careers page. Create an online profile, open the specific vacancy and submit before the deadline shown by the system. WHO does not use an emailed CV as a substitute for the online application; retain the automated acknowledgement after successful submission.
What staff categories does WHO offer?+
WHO describes International Professional, National Professional Officer and General Service categories, alongside temporary appointments and other contractual arrangements such as consultancies. International Professional staff are recruited for mobility, while National Professional Officers are often recruited for their country knowledge. The individual notice determines eligibility, contract status, benefits and expected location.
Can I use one WHO profile for several applications?+
Yes. Stellis lets candidates create a general profile that works as a base for multiple applications, and each job application can be customized. WHO notes that the general profile is updated with data from the latest application, so review employment history, competencies, attachments and any motivation statement carefully before applying to another vacancy.
What happens after I submit a WHO application?+
WHO reviews applications before contacting candidates under serious consideration. A shortlisted candidate may complete one or more screening steps and a competency-based interview before an offer is made. WHO cautions that selection can take several weeks or months. Use the email linked to Stellis and avoid assuming a late response means an application failed.
Does WHO charge recruitment fees?+
No. WHO states that it never asks for money for recruitment and warns applicants about messages pretending to represent the organization. Verify the sender and the vacancy through the official WHO careers site, and do not provide money or sensitive information to an unverified contact claiming to offer employment.