Job ID
47051
Job Title
Consultancy Support-Medical Engineering
To work for
WHO | World Health Organization
Country
Syria
City
Damascus
Field of Work
Engineering
Job Type
Full time
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor/ License Degree
Responsibilities
-Develop technical specification documents for medical equipment planned for procurement, in close collaboration with the Ministry of Health (MOH) , procurement unit, and regional expert.
-Review and evaluate the technical compliance of submitted offers, assess their feasibility, and ensure full alignment with the approved technical specifications and WHO rules and regulations.
-Provide technical support to health facility sites by reviewing and advising on any on-site technical requirements necessary to ensure the proper installation, commissioning, and functioning of the equipment to be delivered.
-Verify the medical equipment received at the WCO warehouse against the corresponding purchase orders (POs), and follow up on the installation of the equipment, providing formal confirmation of completion to the Procurement Unit to facilitate payment processing.
-Following up with suppliers regarding after sale services and conduct supplier evaluation for each PO as per WHO rules and regulations
-Collaborate with the Ministry of Health (MoH) to develop a practical strategy for the procurement of medical equipment, and support the planning, implementation, and oversight of programs to train and build the capacity of MoH medical engineers and technicians in the maintenance and management of medical equipment.
-Review and evaluate the technical compliance of submitted offers, assess their feasibility, and ensure full alignment with the approved technical specifications and WHO rules and regulations.
-Provide technical support to health facility sites by reviewing and advising on any on-site technical requirements necessary to ensure the proper installation, commissioning, and functioning of the equipment to be delivered.
-Verify the medical equipment received at the WCO warehouse against the corresponding purchase orders (POs), and follow up on the installation of the equipment, providing formal confirmation of completion to the Procurement Unit to facilitate payment processing.
-Following up with suppliers regarding after sale services and conduct supplier evaluation for each PO as per WHO rules and regulations
-Collaborate with the Ministry of Health (MoH) to develop a practical strategy for the procurement of medical equipment, and support the planning, implementation, and oversight of programs to train and build the capacity of MoH medical engineers and technicians in the maintenance and management of medical equipment.
Qualifications
- Qualifications required:
•Bachelor’s degree in Electronic, electrical /Mechanical /Medical engineering.
- Skills / Technical skills and knowledge:
•Strong knowledge of medical equipment types, specifications, installation procedures, and maintenance standards.
•Experience in reviewing technical proposals, procurement documentation, and ensuring compliance with international standards and donor regulations.
•Ability to plan, implement, and oversee training programs for medical engineers and technicians, including capacity-building in equipment maintenance.
•Proficiency in quality assurance, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management of medical equipment in healthcare facilities.
•Advanced computer literacy (Word, Excel, etc.).
- Expertise in Medical equipment:
•Minimum 2 years of experience in medical equipment procurement, installation and commissioning.
•Desirable: Knowledge of WHO mandate and goals or experience in UN Organizations, international,institutions, Ministry of Health or NGOs is considered an asset.
-Language requirements:
Excellent knowledge of English and local language.
•Bachelor’s degree in Electronic, electrical /Mechanical /Medical engineering.
- Skills / Technical skills and knowledge:
•Strong knowledge of medical equipment types, specifications, installation procedures, and maintenance standards.
•Experience in reviewing technical proposals, procurement documentation, and ensuring compliance with international standards and donor regulations.
•Ability to plan, implement, and oversee training programs for medical engineers and technicians, including capacity-building in equipment maintenance.
•Proficiency in quality assurance, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management of medical equipment in healthcare facilities.
•Advanced computer literacy (Word, Excel, etc.).
- Expertise in Medical equipment:
•Minimum 2 years of experience in medical equipment procurement, installation and commissioning.
•Desirable: Knowledge of WHO mandate and goals or experience in UN Organizations, international,institutions, Ministry of Health or NGOs is considered an asset.
-Language requirements:
Excellent knowledge of English and local language.
Specific Vacancy Requirements
The consultancy vacancy will be closed by COB 02 March 2026
The duration of the consultancy is 6 months, and the renewal is based on performance assessment and the availability of funds.
The duration of the consultancy is 6 months, and the renewal is based on performance assessment and the availability of funds.
Salary and Benefits
The consultancy vacancy is equal to NO-B,
The salary is as per UN salary scale.
The salary is as per UN salary scale.
About us
WHO is the directing and coordinating authority for health within the United Nations system. It is responsible for providing leadership on global health matters, shaping the health research agenda, setting norms and standards, articulating evidence-based policy options, providing technical support to countries and monitoring and assessing health trends.
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“WHO is committed to providing equal opportunities to all candidates for employment. As a policy, WHO does not charge candidates any fees for recruitment process. If anyone asks you to pay money, it is fraudulent and not in WHO’s interest. Please report such incidents to the Ethics Office- ethics@who.int”
Required employees number
1
Posted On
Feb 24, 2026
Expiry Date
Mar 26, 2026
CV Language
English