SSA for the Global Environmental Facility (GEF) – Least Developed Countries Fund (LDCF) Project

Job Posting Organization:
The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health. Established on 7 April 1948, WHO's mission is to promote health, keep the world safe, and serve vulnerable populations. The organization operates in over 150 countries and has more than 7,000 employees. WHO's Division of Pacific Technical Support (DPS) focuses on providing support to Pacific Island countries in health-related matters, particularly in the context of climate change and environmental health.

Job Overview:
The position of SSA for the GEF-LDCF Project involves providing coordination and administrative support for the implementation of activities aimed at building resilience of health systems in Pacific Island Least Developed Countries to climate change. The successful candidate will work closely with the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare in Tuvalu and the WHO DPS team. The role requires the development of a detailed country-level workplan, coordination of project management activities, and engagement with stakeholders to ensure effective project execution. The SSA will also be responsible for financial management, risk identification, and communication with national counterparts and development partners. This position is crucial for ensuring that the project aligns with existing climate change and health strategies, and that it effectively mobilizes stakeholder support.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop a detailed country-level workplan for stakeholder engagement, ensuring alignment with climate change and health strategies.
• Coordinate Project Management Unit activities, including attending meetings, reporting on activities, and facilitating communication.
• Engage with the national climate change and health technical working/advisory group, including organizing meetings and developing terms of reference.
• Lead financial management and procurement tasks in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and WHO PMU.
• Communicate proactively with national counterparts and development partners to identify and solve problems.
• Identify project risks and challenges, working with team members to mitigate them.
• Support the implementation of project activities such as policy reviews, awareness campaigns, and training.
• Prepare quarterly and annual reports on project progress.
• Plan and implement visibility and communication strategies, including events and press releases. 1
• Regularly review and update the workplan, considering risk management. 1
• Develop communication channels for collaboration with other initiatives and civil society groups. 1
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Required Qualifications:
Essential qualifications include a university degree in finance, management, accountancy, economics, business administration, or a related field. Desirable qualifications include an advanced degree in a relevant field and training in business administration or program management. Additional training in environmental health, environmental sciences, or climate change is considered a plus. Candidates should possess strong organizational skills, results management capabilities, and the ability to work harmoniously in a team environment.

Educational Background:
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as finance, management, accountancy, economics, or business administration. An advanced degree in a relevant field is desirable, along with training in business administration or program management. Training in environmental health, environmental sciences, or climate change is also advantageous.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of two to seven years of relevant experience in administration, project/program management, or coordination. Experience in compliance with administrative rules and procedures is essential. Desirable experience includes working in climate change, environmental health, or public health, as well as experience with governmental and partner organizations and report writing.

Languages:
Fluency in written and spoken English and Tuvaluan is essential for this position. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset but is not mandatory.

Additional Notes:
The position is initially for a duration of 9 months, with the possibility of extensions up to the end of the project period in December 2027, contingent on satisfactory performance. This position is specifically for Tuvaluan nationals, although periodic travel to the WHO Office in Suva, Fiji may be required. The estimated starting salary for this position is USD 24,000 per annum (AUD 36,744 per annum), based on qualifications and experience. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume/CV, and references via email. The application deadline is 22 September 2025 at 5:00 pm Suva, Fiji Time. WHO is committed to diversity and inclusion in its workforce and encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of underrepresented Member States.