OBJECTIVE OF THE OFFICE/DEPARTMENT
This is a requisition for employment at the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)/Regional Office of the World Health Organization (WHO)
Contractual Agreement:
Non-Staff - International PAHO Consultant
Job Posting:
July 29, 2026
Closing Date:
August 19, 2026, 11:59 PM Eastern Time
Primary Location:
Off Site
Organization:
CIM Comprehensive Immunizations
Schedule:
Part time
PURPOSE OF CONSULTANCY
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DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
Anexo I
TERM OF REFERENCE
Internacional Consultant to support Vaccination Week of the Americas
BACKGROUND:
Currently, Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI) in the Americas region faces multiple challenges in different components of the program, including vaccination coverage, which has led to outbreaks of measles and other vaccine-preventable diseases in some countries in the region. It is therefore important to have a good communication strategy that complements other activities, with up-to-date, tailored, and relevant communication materials to respond to the different affected populations. At PAHO, we work with countries to create communication content tailored to the countries of the region, both digital and print, for campaigns such as Vaccination Week (VW) and World Polio Day, among others. In addition, CIM has several websites with up-to-date information on different vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs) for health workers and the general public. These websites share technical information, vaccination recommendations, webinars, publications, etc., on immunization. Communication is a strategy that helps maintain and improve confidence in immunization programs and vaccines.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
Under the general supervision of the CIM Executive Manager and the technical supervision of the CIM Specialist and the Communications Specialist, the consultant is responsible for, but not necessarily limited to, the following assigned responsibilities:
- Support planning and implementation operations for PAHO’s Vaccination Week of the Americas (VWA) 2027, as part of PAHO’s operations to promote vaccination operations and keep the regional immunization program at the forefront of the political agenda of Member States. Participating in weekly strategic meetings.
- Support CIM to develop all plans, remarks, presentations, hand-outs, talking points and other products that support the preparation and implementation of the VWA 2027.
- Update all templates (e.g., plans, reports, presentations) for 2027.
- Review and compile all country plans for VWA 2027.
- Collaborate with the CIM communications teams to review all communications materials.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- Essential: A university degree in a health-related discipline and a master's degree in epidemiology, public health, community health and engagement or in any of the fields related to the functions of the position, from a recognized institution.
Experience:
- Essential: Seven years of combined national and international experience in risk communication and community engagement (RCCE), with emphasis on the design, implementation and evaluation of communication activities and campaigns. Experience should include participation in technical cooperation programs and activities in demand generation, risk communication or community engagement in a health-related program or institution.
Languages:
- Essential: Fluency in Spanish or English, with working knowledge of the other language.
- Desired: Working knowledge of French or Portuguese
IT skills:
- Essential: Demonstrated ability to effectively use a computer and utilize software programs such as Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Outlook. Ability to organize and participate in conference calls using the Zoom and MS Teams platforms.
LOCATION: The consultant will work from his/her place of residence. If necessary, he may travel to missions in the Region.
DURATION: From 1st December 2026 to 30th November 2027 with the possibility of extension depending on available funds. The daily rate applied to this contract is USD 314 (Band B). Work shift – Part Time.
DELIVERABLES AND WORK SCHEDULE:
Period
Payment
Date
Deliverables
Payment (USD)
Dec 2026
21 Dec
2026 VWA Reporting:
- Editing and Polishing of Final Report.
2027 VWA Planning:
- Campaign Development
- Coordination and weekly strategic meetings
$1,884
(6 days)
Jan 2027
29 Jan
2026 VWA Reporting:
2027 VWA Planning:
- Support remarks, presentations and other strategic products in Spanish and in English.
- Support development of Communication Campaign
$2,512
(8 days)
Feb 2027
26 Feb
2027 VWA Planning:
- Develop and update strategic documents.
- Prepare executive presentations
- Other communication Products
- Spanish and English versions.
$2,512
(8 days)
March 2027
29 Mar
2027 VWA Planning:
- Review and compile country plans
- Develop talking points, fact sheet and other strategic products.
- Review Communication Materials
$2,826
(9 days)
April 2027
30 Apr
2027 VWA Planning:
- Develop talking points, fact sheet and other strategic products.
- Support coordination of regional launching ceremony
$2,826
(9 days)
May 2027
28 May
2027 VWA Reporting:
- Develop end-of-campaign presentation
- End-of-campaign wrap up and communications
$2,512
(8 days)
June 2027
28 Jun
2027 VWA Reporting:
- Report website content
- Outline for 2027 report
$2,512
(8 days)
July 2027
30 Jul
2027 VWA Reporting:
- Coordination meetings
- Initial compilation of VWA 2027 country reports.
- English version of VWA26 report
$2,512
(8 days)
August 2027
30 Aug
2027 VWA Reporting:
- Country Profiles writing and layout.
- Word Report ready for PubTrack submission
$2,826
(9 days)
September 2027
27 Sep
2027 VWA Reporting:
- Template Layout Report 2027
- PDF Report for PubTrack submission
2028 VWA Planning:
$2,198
(7 days)
October 2027
29 Oct
2027 VWA Reporting:
- Final Report in one language published
2028 VWA Planning:
- Planning Framework, Timeline and Priorities.
- Concept Note for VWA2028
$2,512
(8 days)
November 2027
29 Nov
2027 VWA Reporting:
2028 VWA Planning:
- Planning Materials updates in ENG and SPA
Handover and Knowledge-Transfer Notes
$2,826
(9 days)
Total
$30,458.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This vacancy notice may be used to identify candidates for other similar consultancies at the same level.
- Successful candidates will be placed on the roster and subsequently may be selected for consultancy assignments falling in this area of work or for similar requirements/tasks/deliverables. Inclusion in the Roster does not guarantee selection for a consultant contract. There is no commitment on either side.
- Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
- All applicants are required to complete an on-line profile to be considered for this consultancy. For assessment of your application, please ensure that your profile in the PAHO Career page is updated; all experience records are entered with elaboration on tasks performed at the time. Kindly note that CV/PHFs inserted via LinkedIn are no accessible.
- A written test may be used as a form of screening.
- If your candidature is retained for interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. PAHO/WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. PAHO will also use the databases of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation http://www.chea.org/search/default.asp and College Navigator, found on the website of the National Centre for Educational Statistics, https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator to support the validation process. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.
- Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to PAHO/WHO Regulations, and e-Manual.
- For information on PAHO please visit: http://www.paho.org
- PAHO/WHO is committed to providing a respectful and supportive workplace for all personnel .
- PAHO is an ethical organization that maintains high standards of integrity and accountability. People joining PAHO are required to maintain these standards both in their professional work and personal activities.
- PAHO also promotes 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 abusive conduct.
- PAHO personnel interact frequently with people in the communities we serve. To protect these people, PAHO has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. People who commit serious wrongdoings will be terminated and may also face criminal prosecution.
- PAHO/WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
- Applications from women and from nationals of non and underrepresented Member States are particularly encouraged.
- Consultants shall perform the work as independent contractors in a personal capacity, and not as a representative of any entity or authority. The execution of the work under a consultant contract does not create an employer/employee relationship between PAHO and the Consultant.
- PAHO/WHO shall have no responsibility whatsoever for any taxes, duties, social security contributions or other contributions payable by the Consultant. The Consultant shall be solely responsible for withholding and paying any taxes, duties, social security contributions and any other contributions which are applicable to the Consultant in each location/jurisdiction in which the work hereunder is performed, and the Consultant shall not be entitled to any reimbursement thereof by PAHO/WHO.
