Health and Well-Being Specialist

Grade:

P-3Step I - 70,212.00 USD39,178.30 USD

Contractual Agreement:

Staff - Professional Post

Job Posting:

October 30, 2025

Closing Date:

November 22, 2025, 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Primary Location:

Washington, D.C.

Organization:

HRM Human Resources Management

Schedule:

Full time

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

Join us and be the driving force behind a healthier workplace in PAHO

The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), Regional Office for the Americas of the World Health Organization (WHO), is seeking an energetic, results-driven and service-oriented Health and Well-Being Specialist to lead transformative occupational and mental health initiatives that foster a resilient, inclusive, and high-performing workforce across the organization.

Under the direct supervision of the Human Resources Advisor, Talent Management and Well-Being, and the guidance of the Director of Human Resources Management, the selected candidate will:

•    Design and implement comprehensive health promotion and wellness programs, including vaccination campaigns and mental well-being initiatives.
•    Provide on-site primary care and first aid, and coordinate occupational, preventive, and mental health services (this is not a teleworking position).
•    Manage health-related entitlements, ensuring confidentiality, compliance with organizational policies, and accuracy in billing and reporting.
•    Analyze workforce health data, leveraging digital and AI tools to identify risks, improve services, and inform strategic decisions.
•    Collaborate with internal teams, external providers, and other partners to strengthen workplace health, safety, and resilience across the Organization.

Learn more about this position here (post description)

What is required for this position?

Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), and current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) or certification as an Advance Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) such as a Nurse Practitioner (Family Practice), or a Bachelor of Medicine, from a recognized institution. A valid license to practice in the District of Columbia is required.

Experience
Seven years of combined national and international experience in delivering occupational health services in clinical, corporate, governmental, or intergovernmental environments.

Languages
Fluency in English or Spanish with working knowledge of the other. Knowledge of French and/or Portuguese is an asset.

IT Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, SharePoint, and electronic medical records. Familiarity with ERP systems is an asset.

Competencies and Skills

The competencies for this position can be found in the post description. 

The skills required are:
•    Theoretical and practical knowledge of nursing, emergency care, and occupational health protocols.
•    Understanding of health-related challenges during duty travel or deployment.
•    Ability to design and implement health promotion and preventive strategies.
•    Ability to collect, interpret, and analyze health-related data.
•    Strong oral and written communication skills.
•    High level of discretion and confidentiality.
•    Ability to provide first aid and stabilize patients until EMS arrives.
•    Familiarity with digital health tools and AI-enabled systems.
 

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: pahorecruitment@paho.org

• 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.