Health Adviser, British Embassy Mogadishu (NR)

British Government is recruiting a Health Adviser, British Embassy Mogadishu (NR) for their Nairobi office. The role is part of the organization's Health/wash operations. Interested applicants should submit their applications before Apr, 19. The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow. The FCDO operates an agile workforce and to facilitate this, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time, as we may reasonably require.Job Category Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Programme Roles)Job Subcategory Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Programme Roles)Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities) Main purpose: Somalia is an important global geographic priority and matters to the UK. The UK plays a prominent role among international actors in the country, as the UNSC penholder on Somalia, historically a leading donor, and a major player in training military forces. The Somalia Network operates across four sites: the British Embassy Mogadishu, the British Office in Hargeisa, the British High Commission in Nairobi and the Somalia Team in headquarters. The UK in Somalia brings together approximately 50 staff across a range of disciplines and government departments. This Health Advisor role will play a critical leadership and delivery position within the UK’s humanitarian and development partnerships in Somalia (including Somaliland). It will also support UK Government global health security objectives in relation to disease outbreak risks. The position sits in the British High Commission Nairobi within the Humanitarian, Resilience and Human Development Team but with regular travel and engagement with platforms in Mogadishu and Hargeisa. The postholder will work closely with the ministrie === Skills & Qualifications === Essential qualifications, skills and experience Health sector relevant degree level qualification (or over 10 years of experience at an expert level in the sector). Over 12 years of professional experience in roles relevant to this job specification. Must have the right to live and work in Kenya. Experience of designing and delivering health programmes at scale in fragile and conflict affected developing country contexts. Experience of working with a range of stakeholders including government, donors, implementing partners and multilaterals on health policy and programming. Strong health system strengthening experience. Experience of delivering health outcomes at expert level in the health technical competencies. Strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills; Personal resilience Desirable qualifications, skills and experience A demonstrable track record of resilience or experience in Somalia or very similar country contexts Ability to --- About Nairobi --- Nairobi, Kenya's capital, is the largest city in East Africa and a major hub for international organizations, UN agencies, and multinational companies. The city serves as the regional coordination center for many Horn of Africa operations, offering diverse career opportunities across development, technology, finance, and humanitarian sectors. Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Caafimaad • Shaqo Buuxda • Shaqo Nairobi • Caafimaad & Nadaafadda • Biyaha & Nadaafadda • Shaqo Cusub

Essential qualifications, skills and experience Health sector relevant degree level qualification (or over 10 years of experience at an expert level in the sector). Over 12 years of professional experience in roles relevant to this job specification. Must have the right to live and work in Kenya. Experience of designing and delivering health programmes at scale in fragile and conflict affected developing country contexts. Experience of working with a range of stakeholders including government, donors, implementing partners and multilaterals on health policy and programming. Strong health system strengthening experience. Experience of delivering health outcomes at expert level in the health technical competencies. Strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills; Personal resilience Desirable qualifications, skills and experience A demonstrable track record of resilience or experience in Somalia or very similar country contexts Ability to work at pace and under pressure to tight deadlines. Ability to prioritise against multiple demands. Required behaviours Delivering at Pace, Making Effective Decisions, Seeing the Big Picture

Application deadline 19 April 2026 Grade Grade 7 (G7) Type of Position Fixed Term, Fixed term, with possibility of renewal Working hours per week 36.25 Duration of Post 36 months Region Africa Country/Territory Kenya Location (City) Nairobi Type of Post British High Commission Number of vacancies 1 Salary Currency KESSalary KES 823, 691.96 (Base salary is subject to tax and other statutory deductions) Type of Salary monthly Start Date 1 June 2026 Apply on employer site