Employment Opportunity
WHO - MOH NCD Coordinator
| Vacancy Number (VN) | 2601877 |
| Role | SSA – NCD Coordinator |
| Contract Duration | 6 months (with potential to renew, subject to performance and funding) |
| Location | Tonga CLO |
| Schedule | Full-time |
| Salary |
TOP 31,148 to TOP 46,721 pa. |
| Application Deadline | Jun 2, 2026, 10:59:00 AM (Nuku’alofa Time) |
The WHO - MOH NCD Coordinator will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and monitoring MOH NCD-related policies, programs, and activities. The coordinator will work closely with government ministries and departments, civil society, church institutions, development partners and other stakeholders to support the implementation of the Tonga NCD Strategy and Action Matrix.
Job Description
The NCD coordinator will be under the direct supervision of the Country Liaison Officer Tonga. S/he receives technical guidance equally from the supervisor as well as the MOH counterpart. The incumbent is expected to work independently but can escalate complex issues and cases to the supervisor. Key responsibilities include:
- Program Implementation: Oversee and support the execution of NCD prevention and control programs, including MOH lead community-based initiatives and health promotion campaigns.
- Policy and Strategy Development: Assist in the formulation, implementation, and review of national NCD policies, strategies, and action plans.
- Capacity Building: Provide technical guidance and training to health professionals and community workers on NCD prevention and management.
- Monitoring and Evaluation: Work with the MOH members of the national M&E Taskforce to provide regular progress reports to the Taskforce for submission to the national NCD Committee.
- Advocacy and Awareness: Support Health Promotion Unit in public awareness on NCD risk factors and encourage healthy lifestyle choices through various communication platforms.
- Coordination and Collaboration: Collaborate with the Health Promotion Foundation (TongaHealth) to promote multi-sectoral coordination, ensuring alignment between government ministries, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), private sector, and international partners.
- Resource Mobilization: Identify funding opportunities and develop project proposals to support NCD initiatives in collaboration with donors and partners.
- Secretariat Function: This role will be the Secretariat for the MOH NCD Steering Committee, hence has the responsibility to support the Chairperson to organize the meeting dates and venue, draft the agenda and take and circulate minutes to members.
- The incumbent will perform other duties as assigned by Country Liaison Officer.
Education and experience requirements:
Education:
- Essential: University degree in Public Health, Medicine, Health Policy, or a related field.
- Desirable: Master’s degree relevant to the field of work is an asset.
Experience:
Essential
- At least 4 years of experience in Public Health, Medicine, Health Policy, or a related field, with experience working at the national level.
- Experience in stakeholder engagement and multi sectoral co-ordination.
Desirable:
- Strong knowledge of NCD risk factors, health promotion, and policy development.
- Relevant experience in NCDs within WHO/UN organizations agencies, international organisations, or NGOs, is considered an asset.
Technical Skills and Knowledge:
- Excellent communication with strong negotiation and advocacy skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Proficiency in report writing and computer skills, such as Microsoft office applications etc.
- Knowledge of WHO mandates and goals is considered an asset.
Languages:
- Essential: Fluency in the English language.
- Desirable: Fluency in the Tongan language is an asset.
Competencies:
- Communication
- Building and promoting partnership across the organization and beyond]
- Respect and promoting individual and cultural differences]
- Producing results]
- Knowing and managing yourself
Additional Information:
- Interested applicants must submit their online application through the WHO Recruitment Platform, Stellis: https://careers.who.int/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl*
- *Enter the Vacancy Number (VN) in the keyword search.
- The system provides instructions for online application procedures.
- Alternatively, applicants who face technical issues accessing the portal can submit a cover letter and detailed CV, with the subject line “2601877: SSA – NCD Coordinator” via email to DPSRecruitment [at] who [dot] int, addressed to:
The WHO Country Liaison Officer,
WHO Country Liaison Office,
Nukuʻalofa, Tonga
- Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
- For assessment of your application, please ensure that:
- Your online profile/CV is properly completed and updated;
- All required details regarding your qualifications, education, and training are provided;
- Your experience records are entered with elaboration on tasks performed at the time; and
- Please note that CVs/PHFs inserted via LinkedIn are not accessible.
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