WHO Assistant (Ombudsperson) Job 2026: Geneva, Switzerland

Overview

The Assistant Ombudsperson role is a one-year fixed-term appointment at Grade G6 within the World Health Organization. Based in Geneva, Switzerland, the position supports the Office of the Ombudsperson and Mediation Services by assisting personnel with workplace concerns, conflict prevention, and dispute resolution. The role serves as an initial contact for visitors and staff, handling enquiries, scheduling appointments, maintaining case records, and coordinating meetings while upholding confidentiality, neutrality, and independence.

Who can apply

Applicants must have completed secondary school education or an equivalent qualification, while higher education serves as an advantage. Candidates are required to possess a minimum of eight years of experience in administrative positions, human resources, staff relations, or related support functions. Additional beneficial background includes working in a senior administrative role within WHO or another United Nations organization, familiarity with WHO administrative rules and structure, and experience with Oracle-based systems or enterprise resource planning platforms. Furthermore, expert knowledge of both English and French is essential, with intermediate knowledge of another official United Nations language considered desirable. Because the vacancy is subject to local recruitment, applicants should reside within the local commuting area of the duty station or meet the applicable local recruitment conditions.

What you get

The position provides an annual net base salary starting at CHF 87,183, which is subject to mandatory deductions for health insurance and pension contributions. Staff members receive 30 days of annual leave, alongside additional benefits such as parental leave and flexible work arrangements depending on applicable employment rules and appointment conditions.

How to apply

Interested individuals must find vacancy number 2601821 on the official WHO careers website to review the complete job description before submitting an application. Applicants should prepare accurate details regarding their education, employment records, and relevant experience. Candidates who are retained for an interview might be asked to supply scanned copies of diplomas, degrees, or certificates, and the screening process may include a written test or an asynchronous video assessment.

Key dates

The application deadline is 30 October 2026.