An opportunity exists for a Climate Change and Health Consultant at Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) Guyana Country Office. The successful candidate will support the Ministry of Health with the development of a comprehensive Health National Adaptation Plan for Climate Change, including the conduct of a Vulnerability Assessment. 

Technical expertise 

    Knowledge about health systems’ operations;
    Knowledge about climate change and its impacts on health; 
    Experience in data collection and analysis; 
    Experience in impact assessment and sensitivity analyses; 
    Experience liaising with Ministries and national authorities; 
    Strong professional and academic writing skills;
    Strong research, problem-solving and organizational skills;
    Very good knowledge of written and spoken English.

Education/Experience

An advanced degree in environmental science or public health and minimum of 5 years experience on topics related to climate change and health. 

The incumbent should be based in Guyana, working remotely under the direct supervision of the PAHO/WHO Disaster Preparedness and Response Consultant.  Duration of consultancy is 6 months with the possibility of extension.

Job Description:

The detailed Terms of Reference can be obtained from the link  below:

This is a Consultancy for nationals of Guyana and persons currently residing in Guyana only.
Qualified candidates should send their applications along with a detailed Curriculum Vitae via email (pdf ) with signature to noeltam@paho.org and yorkemar@paho.org 

Closing date for the receipt of applications is 12 September 2022.

Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged