International Consultant - Health Workforce (HWF) Strategic Plan Development

World Health Organization - WHO EM_PSE WHO Representative's Office, Palestine

Consultant Closes 21 Jul 2026 9 days left

Overview

Support the Palestinian Ministry of Health in developing Palestine’s first comprehensive National Health Workforce Strategic Plan, including a costed operational plan and monitoring framework. The consultancy will also conduct a Health Workforce and Labour Market Dynamics Analysis.


Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct a focused desk review of relevant existing documents.
  • Identify critical data gaps and guide the collection of additional information.
  • Produce a concise Health Workforce and Labor Market Dynamics Analysis Report.
  • Present and validate key findings through targeted consultations.
  • Design a clear, phased and participatory methodology for the development of the National Health Workforce Strategic Plan.
  • Facilitate structured high-level and technical consultations.
  • Prepare the draft National Health Workforce Strategic plan document.
  • Organise and facilitate national validation consultations and workshops.
  • Revise the draft strategy and operational plan incorporating inputs and recommendations.
  • Submit the final National Health Workforce Strategic Plan package.
Required Experience

At least 10 years of professional experience in public health and health systems strengthening; 5–10 years in health workforce assessment, labour market analysis, and strategic planning; experience in fragile or conflict-affected settings.

Qualifications

Advanced university degree (Master's or higher) in Public Health, Health Policy and Planning, Health Management, Human Resources for Health, Health Economics, or related field. PhD and/or additional qualification in Health Workforce Planning or Management is desirable.

Other Details
Languages Required
English – Expert (Essential)
Languages Preferred
Arabic – Desirable
Contract Duration
11 Months
Work Modality
Off-site (home-based) with up to two short-term missions to the occupied Palestinian territory (oPt), subject to WHO approval and security conditions.
Remuneration
BAND C - Daily rate range USD 500 – 625 Monthly rates range USD 10,000 - 12,500 – depending on expertise
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