[WHO] Scientist
Ente: WHO - World Health Organization
Scadenza: 2026-09-17
Paese: INTL
Descrizione
Scientist Engage with partners to improve community nutrition management policies and programs. WHO - World Health Organization Open positions at WHO Geneva ( Switzerland ) Senior Show advice for this position Application deadline in 19 days : Wednesday 16 Sep 2026 at 21:59 UTC Open application form Overview Engage with partners to improve community nutrition management policies and programs. You have: An advanced level university degree (Master's level degree) in nutrition, internal medicine, public health, epidemiology or related field relevant to the functions to the position. At least 7 years' experience in public health nutrition, epidemiology or medical practice, with a focus on noncommunicable diseases, of which at least 4 years of relevant exposure at the international level. Proven record of development of scientific documents and policy briefs within the scope of this position. Expert knowledge of English. Intermediate knowledge of French. Contract This is a P-4 contract. This kind of contract is known as Professional and Director staff . It is normally internationally recruited only . It's a staff contract. It usually requires 7 years of experience , depending on education. Salary The salary for this job should be between 167,658 USD and 216,160 USD . Salary for a P-4 contract in Geneva The international rate of 90,970 USD, with an additional 84.3% (post adjustment) at this the location, applies. Please note that depending on the location, a higher post adjustment might still result in a lower purchasing power . Please keep in mind that the salary displayed here is an estimation by UN Talent based on the location and the type of contract. It may vary depending on the organization. The recruiter should be able to inform you about the exact salary range. In case the job description contains another salary information, please refer to this one. More about P-4 contracts and their salaries . Daily Job Alerts: Stay Updated, Stay Ahead with Pro Membership UN Talent Pro Details OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME The vision of the Division of Health Promotion, Disease Prevention and Care (PPC) is to advance health for all by anticipating change and integrating promotion, prevention and care across all health and disease areas to address today's greatest health burdens and tomorrow's challenges.Within the PPC Division, the Department of Nutrition and Food Safety (NFS) aims to address the burden of unhealthy diets, malnutrition and foodborne diseases, by providing guidelines, integrated services, and technical support, embedding nutrition and food safety into health, economic,and environmental agendas, and promoting access to knowledge and care for everyone.The Nutrition and Food Safety Action Unit (NFA) drives the implementation of proven nutrition and food safety actions to reach all populations. It develops implementation guidance, tools, and partnerships to accelerate national efforts through targeted initiatives—such as those to stop obesity, eliminate industrial transfats, address wasting, and improve multisectoral collaboration for food safety. NFA focuses on maternal and child nutrition, acute malnutrition, fortification,and healthier and sustainable food environments. The unit also hosts the INFOSAN network, which connects over 800 food authorities across 194 countriesto strengthen global food safety collaboration and response. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES Engage with partner organizations to harmonize policies and programmes and assure full support and implementation of WHO guidance related to CMN. In collaboration with the WHO Regional Advisors, provide scientific, technical, and policy advice to Member States for the establishment of policies and programmes aimed at improving CMN through screening and lifestyle interventions as companions of the medical treatment of diet-related cardiometabolic diseases. Coordinating with relevant stakeholders the development of scientific guidance and tools for the assessment, monitoring, and implementation of national intersectoral and inter-programmatic policies, plans and programs to improve CMN. Coordinate the development of advocacy materials, training curricula, and other implementation tools to increase the coverage and quality of nutrition actions for CMN interventions globally. Ensure the timely periodic reporting to Senior Management, other UN Partners and Member States on CMN policy adoption, programme implementation, and obesity rates. Collaborate with the community of practice to create a peer-to-peer network and discuss implementation issues. Support the development of capacity building initiatives in the health system to deliver specific management services (WHO Academy Course, training for primary care physicians). Perform all other related duties as assigned. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education Essential : An advanced level university degree (Master's level degree) in nutrition, internal medicine, public health, epidemiology or related field relevant to the fu
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