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The World Health Organization (WHO) multi-country office in Samoa is seeking a candidate for the position of Health Support Officer, based within the Tokelau Department of Health. This is a WHO Affiliate (Special Services Agreement) position supporting the coordination of WHO-supported activities and programmes across Atafu, Fakaofo, and Nukunonu.
Background
Tokelau’s vision is healthy communities with opportunities for all. Achieving this vision requires strong health promotion, primary health care, and preparedness for public health risks, particularly given the challenges of delivering services across three remote atolls. The Health Support Officer will help the Tokelau Department of Health coordinate available support and follow up on priority activities.
Role summary
The successful candidate will:
- Coordinate annual planning for key WHO-supported activities.
- Liaise with government departments and Taupulega and village leadership, as required.
- Assist with requests for financial assistance and technical and financial reporting.
- Coordinate planned visits by WHO personnel to Tokelau.
- Support nominations for WHO-associated meetings, events, webinars and surveys.
- Coordinate community outreach, consultations, assessments and other activities.
- Prepare monthly reports and support follow-up on agreed actions.
Refer to the full terms of reference (TOR) here: TORs for SSA Tokelau
Duty station
Department of Health, Tokelau
Application process
Interested applicants should submit:
- A letter of application
- A curriculum vitae (CV) or résumé
- The names and contact details of three referees
No other documents are required. Submit applications to wpwsmwr@who.int with the subject line “Health Support Officer, Tokelau”.
The deadline for applications is 31 October 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.