Public Health Programme Officer (UNV Primary Health Care Specialist)
- Location
- Sierra Leone
- Work arrangement
- On-site
- Employment type
- Contract
- Category
- Healthcare & Nursing
- Openings
- 1
- Apply by
- 5 Nov 2026
About the role
An opportunity has opened at UNICEF for a Public Health Programme Officer (UNV Primary Health Care Specialist) based in Freetown, Sierra Leone. The position is volunteer and based on-site, offered by the United Nations Children's Fund. As Public Health Programme Officer (UNV Primary Health Care Specialist), you will apply your clinical or public-health expertise to serve communities through UNICEF in Freetown, Sierra Leone. You will collaborate with local health authorities and partners, follow established protocols, and help maintain high standards of care. This is a 18-month International UN Volunteer Specialist assignment position based in Freetown, Sierra Leone. Applications close on 2026-11-05. Ready to take the next step in your career? Submit your application via the link below. Make sure your CV clearly shows how you meet the requirements, as only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Requirements
Relevant medical, nursing or public-health qualification Previous experience in a similar clinical or health-programme role Strong commitment to professional ethics and patient welfare Ability to work under pressure, including in challenging settings Good teamwork and interpersonal communication skills
Skills
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