Technical Officer (PVD)
World Health Organization · Islamabad, Pakistan · P-4 · Apply by October 15, 2026
About this role
This position might be used to fill similar positions in other duty stations OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME To contribute to the eradication of poliomyelitis; reduce morbidity, mortality and inequities attributable to vaccine-preventable diseases; and strengthen resilient national immunization and surveillance systems. The programme supports Member States to implement the Immunization Agenda 2030 and applicable Global Polio Eradication Initiative strategies through high and equitable routine immunization, quality supplementary immunization activities, new vaccine introduction, effective surveillance, and timely response to outbreaks and health emergencies. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES The incumbent will perform the following duties: Provide technical advice and implementation support to Member States and WHO offices for national immunization strategies, polio emergency action plans, annual operational plans and integrated VPD prevention, control, elimination and eradication activities. Support the planning, coordination, implementation and monitoring of high-quality routine and supplementary immunization activities, with emphasis on reaching zero-dose, under-immunized, hard-to-reach and…