Pros
As the world’s leading public health agency it is initially very exciting to work for WHO. Fantastic for networking amongst a very international, diverse work force.
Cons
Lack of stability. Most employees are consultants/interns. I was shocked at the attitudes and competencies of some of the permanent middle management / senior staff. The organisation seems resistant to taking on permanent positions as it is very difficult to terminate employment. It appears to get rid of a permeant staff member who is difficult to work with/incompetent from your team, you need to promote them out of the unit/department etc. I can’t image such staff would survive a restructuring process in a private sector company. The organisation as a whole is shockingly inefficient and incredibly bureaucratic.