Consultant – Provision of Legal Services at World Health Organization

Purpose of consultancy

The consultant will provide legal advice on corporate and contractual matters including the Host Agreement between WHO and France relating to the WHO Academy, as well as the negotiation and drafting of various specific contracts in domains related to WHO’s public heath work. 

Deliverables

• Deliverable 1: Host Country Agreement between WHO and France relating to the WHO Academy.  Expected by 31 December 2023
• Deliverable 2: Negotiate and draft various contracts relating to information technology, research and development, funding, intellectual property in areas related to WHO’s public health work. 

Qualifications, experience, skills and languages

Educational Qualifications:

Essential:

• Advanced degree in law, with a specialization in commercial law. Must be admitted as a practicing attorney to the Bar. 

Desirable: 

• Legal studies of more than one legal system.

Experience

Essential:

• At least seven years of experience practicing commercial law, in an international organization, law firm, international financial institution with a focus on public health and an emphasis on the negotiation and drafting of grant agreements and other contracts. 

Desirable:    

• Previous work experience with WHO.

Skills/Knowledge:

Essential:

• Sound knowledge of private law, in particular commercial law (especially contracts, IT, intellectual property, procurement law) as well as a knowledge of international law. 
• Skills in analyzing and organizing facts and in presenting clear, logical and legally sound opinions.
• Ability to negotiate and draft agreements in a wide range of areas. 
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and writing skills and a good team worker.  
• Ability to work independently.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and ERP system.

Closing Date: Apr 17, 2023