Does World Health Organization pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, World Health Organization employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.3 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at World Health Organization. This rating has improved by 2% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at World Health Organization?

81% of World Health Organization employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated World Health Organization 3.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.9 for culture and values and 3.7 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at World Health Organization?

Consultant (132) , Technical Officer (87) , Intern (59) , Administrative Assistant (22) , Epidemiologist (12) , Data Manager (11) , Senior Consultant (10) , Surveillance Medical Officer (10) , Communications Officer (9) , Finance Assistant (9) , Medical Officer (9) , Internship (8) , National Professional Officer (7) , SMO (7) , Communications Specialist (6)

What are the pros of working at World Health Organization according to real employee reviews?

"Reputation and generally good salaries" ((in 52 reviews)); "Great colleagues and work experience" ((in 37 reviews)); "Great people to work with" ((in 37 reviews)); "Good working environment." ((in 20 reviews)); "Get to know global health issues and might be able to participate in various charity events." ((in 17 reviews))

What are the cons of working at World Health Organization according to real employee reviews?

"Short term consultancy with no job security" ((in 18 reviews)); "Field work is intense, work life balance is difficult to maintain" ((in 15 reviews)); "Bureaucratic organization, supervisor you get will be a hit or miss" ((in 11 reviews)); "Deadweight managers" ((in 9 reviews)); "Too much bureaucracy and a system based on inner" ((in 9 reviews))

What are employees saying about World Health Organization layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about World Health Organization layoffs and their outlook for job security at World Health Organization in 2026.

World Health Organization reviews

3.8

81% would recommend to a friend

(607 total reviews)

Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus

80% approve of CEO

51% positive business outlook

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World Health Organization has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 607 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The World Health Organization employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Cuidados de saúde industry (3.4 stars).

Reviews by job title

607 reviews

4.0

Jun 16, 2022

Good

Medical doctor, public health specialist

Recommend

Business Outlook

Pros

good working environment and new learning

Cons

hardship, stressful in relation with government

4.0

Jun 16, 2022

Good experience to have under your belt

Communications officer

Recommend

Business Outlook

Pros

Good people who are diligent and committed to the cause, decent benefits, the organization cares about work/life balance, and the Director-General has really pushed to ensure a respectful workplace.

Cons

Not very easy to get promoted, and hiring is cumbersome. A career can become somewhat stagnant.

3.0

Jun 15, 2022

Employed by the WHO

Anonymous employee

Recommend

Business Outlook

Pros

- It was an orgisation that make real impacts in the society. You can see your inputs being implemented in the community. - Had a diverse range of team members - Highly professional environment - Highly compentent organisation

Cons

- Long hours of work - Inequality between international and national staff - Lack of benefits for consultants

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