About the opportunity
The World Health Organization (WHO) is seeking a National NCD HeartCare Outreach and Data Focal Person under a Special Services Agreement (SSA) in Port Vila, Vanuatu. The role is responsible for supporting the Ministry of Health NCD team to plan and coordinate NCD outreach activities, analyze and present HeartCare data, strengthen data quality, support the follow-up of high-risk patients, and promote the routine use of HeartCare data for programme management and decision-making. The position helps transition the NCD team from data collection to active data use by converting HeartCare data into practical outreach plans, patient follow-up lists, facility performance summaries, and briefing materials. The initial contract duration is up to 5 months with potential extension.
Salary and benefits
- Salary starting from VT 2,510,000 to VT 3,102,000 per year (equivalent to Vanuatu Government Band F, T3.1 – T3.5), subject to qualifications and experience.
- Initial contract duration of up to 5 months with potential extension.
Who can apply?
- University degree in public health, health information systems, health sciences, nursing, data management, statistics, information systems, programme management, or a related discipline (essential); postgraduate master's degree in a related field is desirable.
- At least five years of demonstrated experience supporting health programme coordination, outreach activities, public health services, health facility support, or community-based health activities.
- Demonstrated experience working with routine health data, programme data, monitoring tools, reporting systems, or health information systems.
- Fluency in English and Bislama.
- Subject to local recruitment; must be a Vanuatu national recruited in the local commuting area of the duty station.
Required documents
- Cover letter
- Detailed CV
- Scanned copies of required degree(s), diploma(s), or certificate(s) if retained for interview
When to apply
- Job posted: Aug 26, 2026
- Application deadline: Sep 9, 2026, 11:59 PM (local device time / 9:59 PM GMT)
How to apply
- Apply online via the WHO recruitment portal.
- Alternatively, if facing technical issues accessing the portal, submit a cover letter and a detailed CV with the subject line '2603140: SSA – National NCD HeartCare Outreach and Data Focal Person' via email to dpsrecruitment@who.int, addressed to The WHO Country Liaison Officer, WHO Country Liaison Office, Port Vila, Vanuatu.
Additional information
- Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
- A written test and/or interview may be used as a form of screening.
- Higher educational qualifications must be obtained from an institution recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED).
- SSAs perform work as independent contractors in a personal capacity.
- WHO is not responsible for taxes, duties, or social security contributions payable by the SSA.
- Contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming they are vaccinated as required by WHO.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Vanuatu nationals residing in the Port Vila commuting area.
- Professionals with at least five years of experience in health programme coordination or community-based health services.
- Individuals with demonstrated expertise in managing routine health data and monitoring tools.
What should you think carefully about?
- This is a local recruitment position; applicants must be based in the Port Vila area.
- The role is a five-month contract, so it is best suited for those seeking short-term project work.
- Candidates should be prepared for potential screening via written tests or interviews.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is an excellent fit for a public health professional looking to make a tangible impact on local health outcomes by bridging the gap between data collection and practical, patient-centered outreach in Vanuatu.
Our take
Vanuatu nationals with a background in health data and community outreach should apply if they are seeking a high-impact, short-term contract within the national health system.
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