National Policy Advisor on Universal Health Coverage
The Swiss Cooperation Office in the Republic of Moldova is seeking a qualified and experienced National Policy Advisor on Universal Health Coverage to support the Ministry of Health in the implementation of the Universal Health Coverage reforms
The National Policy Advisor on Universal Health Coverage (UHC) will be seconded to the Ministry of Health (MoH). He/She will provide support in bridging the gap between high-level policy advice and the development, revision, and implementation of concrete reforms aligned with Moldova’s UHC objectives.
Duration of assignment:
Up to 250 working days in the period 01 April 2026 – 30 June 2027
Qualifications required:
- A Master’s degree (or higher) in public health, health policy, medicine, or a related field.
- At least 7 years of experience in Moldova in health policy development, health systems strengthening, and/or health financing, with demonstrated expertise in UHC.
- Experience with legal and regulatory frameworks in the health sector of Moldova, including drafting and revising health-related legislation and regulations.
- Expertise in analysis and development of health policies, regulatory frameworks, and in health system governance.
- Strong understanding of UHC principles, health financing strategies, and health systems strengthening.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior government officials, development partners, and other stakeholders.
- Fluency in Romanian and English (both spoken and written) is required; knowledge of Russian is an asset.
For detailed information, please go check the terms of reference (DOCX, 4 Pages, 34.5 kB, English).
Individuals from different minority groups and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
Only citizens of the Republic of Moldova or others legally authorized to work in the country are eligible to apply.
Candidates should submit their applications (CV, Cover Letter, financial offer (please use the attached Budget template), references / recommendation letters) in English with the subject “National Policy Advisor on UHC” by 28 February 2026, either in hard copy (in a sealed envelope) to the following address: Swiss Cooperation Office, 23-B, A. Mateevici str., Chisinau, or by e-mail to chisinau@eda.admin.ch.
Budget template (to be used for the financial offer) (XLSX, 140.8 kB, English)
General Conditions of Business (PDF, 6 Pages, 619.2 kB, English)