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P-3Salary - Annually:
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Contractual Agreement:
Staff - Professional PostJob Posting:
April 14, 2026Closing Date:
May 5, 2026, 11:59 PM Atlantic Standard TimePrimary Location:
Bridgetown, BarbadosOrganization:
ECC Office of the Eastern Caribbean CountriesSchedule:
Full timeDESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT, RESOURCE MOBILIZATION & PARTNERSHIP SPECIALIST
This role plays a key part in strengthening PAHO/WHO’s technical cooperation at the country level by supporting effective program planning, resource mobilization, and partnership development. The position contributes directly to the successful implementation and monitoring of the Organization’s Biennial Work Plans and externally funded initiatives.
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the general supervision of the Director, Planning, Budget, and Evaluation (PBE), and the direct supervision of the PAHO/WHO Representative, the incumbent will be responsible for, but not necessarily limited to, the following assigned duties:
- Provide technical and strategic support to the PAHO/WHO Representative and Technical Advisors in planning, implementing, monitoring, and assessing public health policies, strategies, and programs.
- Coordinate and support strategic and operational planning, budgeting, and resource coordination in line with PAHO/WHO mandates and the results-based management framework.
- Support the formulation, implementation, and monitoring of the Biennial Work Plan (BWP), including performance monitoring, reporting, and risk management analyses.
- Lead and coordinate program management aspects of externally funded projects, ensuring compliance with donor agreements, timely reporting, and quality assurance of results.
- Identify, engage, and strengthen partnerships with governments, development partners, civil society, and UN entities to support harmonization of initiatives and resource mobilization.
- Represent PAHO in the UN Network of Program Management (UNST) and contribute to coordination with regional and subregional partners, including the OECS Secretariat.
For a complete list of functions, please see the post description.
EDUCATION
A bachelor’s degree in one of the health or social sciences or any other field related to the functions of the post, from a recognized university.
EXPERIENCE
Seven years of combined national and international progressive experience in the areas of strategic planning, project and or program management, monitoring and evaluation, including experience in strategic resource allocation.
LANGUAGES
Very good knowledge of English. A knowledge of French would be an asset.
IT SKILLS
Demonstrated ability to effectively use current technology, software, spreadsheets and presentations, as well as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and management information systems. Other IT skills and knowledge of other software programs such as Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio, Microsoft SharePoint and Project are considered essential.
COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS
For a complete list of competencies and skills, please refer to the post description.
The skills required are:
- Strong knowledge of program planning, monitoring, evaluation, and results-based management frameworks.
- Solid understanding of international technical cooperation and management of cooperation programs and projects.
- Ability to analyze complex programmatic information and integrate technical and managerial inputs into decision-making.
- Strong professional oral and written communication skills, including preparation of high-quality reports and presentations.
- Ability to work effectively in multicultural, multilingual, and multidisciplinary environments.
- Proven capacity to manage multiple priorities and deliver quality results in complex organizational settings.
DURATION OF CONTRACT
Post of limited duration of one-year. First-year probationary period.
DISCLAIMER
This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade and level.
All applicants are required to complete an on-line profile to be considered for this post.
Candidates will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration.
In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the official degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. PAHO, considers official higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in one of the following databases:
- World Higher Education Database (WHED), list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
The list can be assessed through the link: http://whed.net/
- Council for Higher Education Accreditation chea.org
- College Navigator, found on the website of the National Centre for Educational Statistics, nces.gov to support the validation process.
Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to PAHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and e-Manual.
PAHO/WHO is committed to:
PAHO supports an environment of mutual respect and dignity for all applicants. All interested individuals who meet the requirements of this position are encouraged to apply.
Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. To do so, email us at: [email protected]
Maintaining high standards of integrity and accountability. People joining PAHO are required to maintain these standards both in their professional work and personal activities.
Promoting 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 misconduct.
Providing a smoke-free environment.
Protecting the people in the communities we serve. Therefore, we have zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. People who commit serious wrongdoing will be terminated and may also face criminal prosecution.