Occupational Health Nurse - Ebola Response

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

21 August 2026-23:59-GMT+01:00 West Africa Standard Time (Kinshasa)

WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.

ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP?

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.

• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.

• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.

• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.

• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking a qualified individual for the position of Occupational Health Nurse – Wellness to be based in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

The selected candidate will be engaged on a Service Contract (SSA-6) to support staff wellness activities and infection prevention and control measures, including support to emergency public health response activities.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support implementation and monitoring of Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) measures across WFP operations.

• Assist in tracking staff health status, exposure risks, and compliance with safety protocols.

• Support coordination of staff training and awareness sessions on Ebola prevention and other public health risks.

• Facilitate communication between field teams and the Medical Doctor on health-related issues.

• Support medical briefings and debriefings for staff before, during, and after deployment to high-risk areas.

• Ensure integration of IPC measures into programme delivery, including distributions and site operations.

• Support coordination with cooperating partners, government counterparts, and the Ministry of Health on health and safety requirements.

• Maintain records and contribute to reporting on IPC compliance and health-related risks.

• Assist in tracking and distribution of personal protective equipment (PPE) in coordination with field and supply chain teams.

• Support preparation of situation reports and documentation of incidents and mitigation measures.

• Ensure adherence to WFP safety procedures and national public health response guidelines at all times.

LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

Leads by Example with Integrity

• Upholds WFP values, principles, and standards.

• Respects others and values diversity.

• Stays focused and calm under pressure.

• Demonstrates humility and a willingness to learn.

Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments

• Delivers results for maximum impact.

• Delegates appropriately.

• Adapts readily to change.

Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative Teamwork

• Is inclusive and collaborative.

• Gives timely and constructive feedback.

• Builds and shares new perspectives.

Applies Strategic Thinking

• Communicates and fulfils WFP’s vision.

• Embraces curiosity and new ways of doing things.

• Analyses and evaluates data.

• Considers the impact of decisions.

Builds and Maintains Sustainable Partnerships

• Builds partnerships.

• Collaborates to deliver common objectives.

MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

• University degree in Nursing.

• Additional training in Public Health, Occupational Health, Emergency Care, Infection Prevention and Control, or a related field is desirable.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum six years of progressive professional experience in healthcare practice, nursing, or occupational health.

• Experience in outbreak response, emergency health interventions, or infection prevention and control is desirable.

• Experience working in developing countries, conflict-affected settings, or humanitarian environments is an advantage.

• Experience within the United Nations system or a similar international NGO is an asset.

LANGUAGE

• Fluency in oral and written French is required.

• Working knowledge of English is desirable.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact: global.inclusion@wfp.org

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.

REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system. We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn, or any other channel.

• We strongly recommend that your Workday profile is accurate and complete, and that all sections are filled in, including your employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable). Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.

• If you experience technical issues while submitting your application, you may contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org. Please note that this email is only for technical issues with an application - unsolicited applications or documents sent to this inbox will not receive a reply.

• At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport, certificates, recommendation letters, etc.) may be requested later in the process.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.