OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME Under the guidance and supervision of the Health System Team Lead and overall leadership of the WHO Representative, to support WHO, Ministry of Health and health sector partners on the post-escalation health system transition and recovery process including assessment, planning, resource mobilization, implementation and monitoring and evaluation. The goal is to rebuild the health system in a way that is resilient for future emergencies and is able to support achievement of universal health coverage and health security.Health systems recovery is defined as "the rebuilding, restoration and improvement of the health system's components and core public health functions, in alignment with the principles of build back better and sustainable development". The ultimate goal of health systems recovery is to design a system that is able to respond to the demands and health needs of the population; perform its functions effectively, efficiently, and sustainably; increase health systems resilience; and mitigate the risk of future health emergencies. This goal is achieved through action on the six health systems building blocks – service delivery, health workforce, health information systems, access to essential medicines, financing, leadership/governance, as well as the core public health functions – surveillance and monitoring of health determinants, risks, morbidity and mortality; preparedness and public health response to disease outbreaks, natural disasters and other emergencies; health protection including management of environmental, food, toxicological and occupational safety; health promotion and disease prevention through population and personalized interventions, including action to address social determinants and health inequity. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES Lead and Guide Health Systems RecoveryProvide strategic and technical guidance on health systems recovery to national health authorities, WCO/WHE, Health Cluster, UNCT/UNHCT, and partnersensuring a structured, coordinated, and operational approach to recovery and resilience-building at both national and local levels. Reinforce WHO's role as health sector lead and technical secretariat to the Ministry of Health, ensuring recovery efforts are coordinated, evidence-based, and aligned with national strategies, humanitarian operations, and international frameworks. Engage in the development of proposed national and international recovery governance mechanismssuch as the Gaza Recovery Agency and recovery trust fundsto ensure that WHO maintains a strategic and operational role in coordination, technical input, and implementation oversight within the health sector.Support the establishment and functioning of recovery coordination mechanisms/platforms at national (oPt) and local (Gaza and Westbank) levels, and ensure linkages with multisectoral platforms, Health Cluster and UNCT/UNHCT-led recovery processes.Ensure that Gaza health recovery strategies are fully aligned with the MoH oPt National Health Strategy, the oPt Basic Service Package, the Health Information System, and related financing mechanisms, working in close collaboration with the WCO Health Systems units.Promote collaboration between humanitarian and development actors through a Humanitarian–Development–Peace Nexus approach, with recovery as a central pillar.Coordinate and advise on approaches to assess recovery needs in the West Bank, with a view to identifying opportunities for recovery interventions in alignment with PA priorities and the political and operational context. Operationalize health system recovery in oPt – focus on GazaFacilitate the implementation of the WHO oPt-endorsed Health System Recovery Strategy in Gaza by translating strategic prioritiessuch as those identified in the IRDNA and national planning documentsinto concrete early recovery actions and long-term system strengthening.Support WHO's contribution to formal, government-led recovery assessments and planning processes in coordination with the WHE team.Guide national counterparts, WHO teams, and partners in planning, implementation, and monitoring of recovery activities, including the restoration and rebuilding of health servicesSupport the restoration, continuity, and phased expansion of essential health services at all levels of careincluding during reconstructionensuring operational readiness and supply chain functionality, in close coordination with the WHE team.Provide technical leadership in finalizing the Health Facility Master Plan (HFMP), under the PA-endorsed recovery strategy, using WHO tools and in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, Health Cluster/partners.Provide strategic direction for health workforce recovery supporting the use of Health Workforce Mapping and the development of a long-term Roadmap to inform staffing, planning, and training needs as part of broader recovery efforts.Offer technical support to align infrastructure and workforce strategies with essential service delivery priorities, reconstruction timelines, and the broader health recovery framework. WHO Operational Plans – RecoveryContribute to the development and implementation of WHO operational plans, ensuring that recovery activities are systematically integrated across WHO oPt's workstreams, in coordination with health authorities and relevant partners.Lead the implementation and monitoring of WHO's recovery-related operational plans, ensuring alignment with the oPt Health System Recovery Strategy, government-led frameworks, and partner activities. Track progress against planned outputs, adjust timelines as needed, and ensure timely delivery of results in coordination with technical teams and stakeholders.Support the preparation of WHO inputs for flash appeals, humanitarian cluster documents, and inter-agency planning frameworks, ensuring that health recovery priorities are clearly reflected in donor-facing and joint coordination documents. Monitor, Evaluate, and Strengthen Recovery ImplementationDesign and oversee recovery monitoring frameworks, including the development of key performance indicators (KPIs), data collection tools, and reporting templates for assessing progress.Provide technical guidance on the collection, validation, and use of health system data to inform evidence-based recovery decision-making. Support capacity-building initiatives for WHO staff, MoH, and partners on recovery strategy, implementation, and M&E tools.Represent WHO in the UNCT Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Group, which tracks progress against UNSDCF goals and outcomes, ensuring that health recovery is integrated into inter-agency MEL frameworks and aligned with broader UN strategic priorities.Document and contribute to monthly situation reports, capturing lessons learned and good practices in health system recovery, and actively promote recovery principlessuch as equity, inclusivity, resilience, and "Build Back Better"to raise awareness among partners, donors, and stakeholders through coordination forums, advocacy platforms, and partner briefings. Support Resource Mobilization and Partnership DevelopmentContribute to resource mobilization efforts, including drafting proposals, identifying funding opportunities, and engaging with donors to secure financial support for recovery implementation.Build and maintain partnerships with UN agencies, international financial institutions, donors, NGOs, and national counterparts to support coordinated and sustainable recovery efforts.Oversee and organize the grant management for recovery-related funding, including contribution tracking, donor reporting, and ensuring alignment with agreed priorities and compliance with donor requirements. Where grants exceed WCO's management capacity, initiate the establishment of a dedicated Project Management Unit (PMU) for their management and implementation, engaging relevant agencies such as UNDP as needed. Please note: Swiss citizenship or a 'C' residence permit for Switzerland is mandatory.For reasons of duty of care (increased risks due to other privileges and immunities) and to avoid conflicts of interest and potential bias, employees and their accompanying persons who hold dual or multiple citizenships shall, as a matter of principle, not be assigned to countries of which they are nationals. For further information, please contact:Stuart Vallis, Programme Officer Section Health (stuart.vallis@eda.admin.ch), +41 58 463 04 38 Starting date and timeframe: 1.10.2025 (negotiable), for 1 year Duty Station: Jerusalem, oPt Thank you for sending your application at the earliest by email to:Lotti Roth (lotti.roth@eda.admin.ch)EducationEssential: Advanced university degree in health-related programmes complemented with a postgraduate degree or training in the field of recovery, public health, and or management of health-related projects or programmes. ExperienceEssential: Minimum of 8 years of increasingly responsible international experience, including in the fields of health systems strengthening, transition and recovery in emergency settings. Desirable: Proven experience in project management, partnership building, report writing, and data analysis. Previous experience working with UN organizations, particularly WHO. SkillsDemonstrated expertise in all aspects of recovery process with advanced knowledge and skills in monitoring and evaluation of health programmes, and strong analytical, writing and research skills.Strong organization skills and capacity to establish partnerships and consensus while ensuring effective work practices and ethics.Demonstrated ability and skills in supporting multi-faceted teams, including program and project management and mobilizing and managing grants.Excellent knowledge of health system strengthening and implementation.Ability to engage and communicate effectively and diplomatically with various partners. WHO Competencies· Teamwork· Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences· Communication· Producing results· Moving forward in a changing environment· Creating an empowering and motivating environment Use of Language SkillsEssential: Expert knowledge of English. Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of Arabic
