Air Pollution Consultant Opportunity with WHO in Vietnam

Organization: World Health Organization (WHO)

Duration: 11 Months

Location: Viet Nam

Schedule: Full-time

Application deadline: June 10th, 2026

ABOUT

This consultancy is being offered at a critical time when climate change and air pollution are increasingly recognized as significant threats to public health worldwide. The World Health Organization notes that climate-related hazards, including heatwaves, air pollution, vector-borne diseases, flooding, and environmental degradation, continue to strain health systems, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. In Vietnam, rapid urbanization, increasing pollution, and vulnerability to climate change have created growing environmental and health challenges. To address these issues, WHO is working closely with the Vietnamese Ministry of Health to strengthen climate-health preparedness, improve environmental health monitoring, and support policies that safeguard public health. The consultant will provide technical expertise by supporting research and analysis, synthesizing evidence, engaging stakeholders, and assisting with policy communication related to air pollution and the development of climate-resilient healthcare systems.

Key Responsibilities of the Consultant

Conducting evidence reviews on the health impacts of air pollution
Synthesizing environmental and health data into technical reports and policy briefs
Identifying data gaps and methodological limitations in climate-health research
Supporting stakeholder coordination and technical partnerships
Assisting with strategic communications and knowledge products
Contributing to climate-resilient health system planning
Supporting national and subnational workshops, conferences, and stakeholder meetings
Preparing agendas, technical presentations, concept notes, and briefing materials
Coordinating with WHO communication teams to ensure accurate public messaging

Focus Areas of the Consultancy

Air pollution and respiratory health
Climate-sensitive diseases
Environmental monitoring and health surveillance
Early warning systems
Climate-resilient healthcare facilities
Health system adaptation strategies
Data analytics and evidence generation
Public health policy development
Climate-health communication and stakeholder engagement

Educational Requirements

Public Health
Environmental Health
Environmental Sciences
Economics or Social Sciences
Or a related field

Professional Experience

Minimum two years of experience in environmental health-related programmes
Experience in ASEAN countries preferred
Experience conducting literature reviews and technical evidence synthesis
Experience supporting stakeholder coordination or multi-partner initiatives
Familiarity with climate-health or environmental monitoring issues in low- and middle-income countries

N/B: Additional experience working with governments, UN agencies, research institutions, or development partners will be considered an advantage.