Technical Officer, TMC/TSI

Lead WHO's efforts in integrating traditional medicine into health systems.

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Overview

Lead WHO's efforts in integrating traditional medicine into health systems.

You have:

  • An advanced university degree (Masters level or above) in traditional, complementary or integrative medicine.
  • At least 7 years of experience in the field of traditional, complementary, and integrative medicine (TCIM) programmes, including experience in TCIM normative and clinical practice.
  • Demonstrated experience in developing WHO global strategies or action plans for TCIM in support of Member States and partner implementation.
  • Expert knowledge of English.
  • Beginners knowledge of other WHO language.
  • Excellent written, verbal and presentation communication skills.

Contract

This is a P-4 contract. This kind of contract is known as Professional and Director staff. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 7 years of experience, depending on education. More about P-4 contracts and their salaries.

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Potential interview questions

Can you describe a successful project you led in traditional medicine integration? This question assesses your leadership and project management skills in a relevant field. Provide examples of challenges faced, strategies implemented, and results achieved.
How do you ensure the quality and safety of traditional medicine practices? The interviewer wants to know your approach to maintaining standards in traditional medicine. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe your experience in developing WHO strategies for traditional medicine. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What approaches have you used for the sustainability of traditional medicine systems? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How have you collaborated with national agencies in your past roles? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you stay updated with advancements in traditional medicine? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of overcoming challenges in a teamwork setting? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you implement to promote cultural competency in health systems? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 20 days ago - Updated 8 hours ago - Source: who.int