The World Health Organization (WHO) is currently recruiting qualified Nigerians to fill several key positions within its Nigeria Country Office. This global opportunity is ideal for passionate individuals interested in public health, humanitarian work, project coordination, and administrative roles.
If you’re looking to work with the United Nations system and impact lives in Nigeria and beyond, this is your chance.
About WHO Nigeria
The World Health Organization (WHO) is the United Nations agency responsible for global public health. In Nigeria, WHO works closely with the Federal Ministry of Health to support disease surveillance, vaccination campaigns, pandemic response, health education, and health systems strengthening.
📌 Open Roles – July 2025
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Surveillance Officer (Polio and Immunization)
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Location: Borno, Kano, Sokoto, Bauchi
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Qualification: Medical/Health Science degree; 2+ years experience in disease control
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Data Assistant
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Location: Abuja
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Requirement: HND/B.Sc. in Statistics, Public Health, ICT or related field; strong Excel/Power BI skills
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Programme Management Officer (NOB)
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Location: Lagos
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Requirement: Master’s in Public Health, Management, or Social Sciences; 3–5 years experience
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Administrative Clerk
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Location: Abuja & Zonal Offices
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Requirement: OND/HND/B.Sc., admin experience preferred
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Driver (GS2 Level)
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Location: Port Harcourt
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Requirement: SSCE with valid driver’s license, 2+ years driving experience
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✅ General Eligibility Criteria
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Must be a Nigerian citizen or permanent resident
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Relevant degree/certifications in health, social sciences, admin, or related fields
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Experience in NGO/UN system is an advantage
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Strong computer skills (MS Office, data tools, email)
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Willingness to work in high-risk or remote areas (for field officers)
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Language: Fluent in English (Hausa/Yoruba/Igbo a plus for regional roles)
💰 Salary & Benefits
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Competitive UN salary scale (GS, NO levels)
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Fully funded health insurance and pension
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Travel allowance and per diem for fieldwork
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Access to UN training, certifications, and international networking
🗓️ Application Timeline
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📅 Application is currently open – July 2025
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🛑 Deadline: Varies by role (most close by July 25–31, 2025)
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📬 Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for written assessment/interview
📄 How to Apply
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Go to the official WHO careers portal:
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Select “Country: Nigeria” in the filter section.
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Click your preferred job role to read full description.
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Create an account or log in, then upload:
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Updated CV
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Cover Letter tailored to the specific role
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Degree and NYSC certificate
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Other relevant documents
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🧠 Pro Tips for WHO Applications
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Use achievement-based CV (include stats/results)
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Highlight any community outreach, vaccination, or NGO experience
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For technical/field roles, show familiarity with Nigerian health systems
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Upload only PDFs under 5MB — WHO portal often rejects large files