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Non-communicable Diseases (NCD) Coordinator
- eileenmacquarie
- Jan 24, 2025
- 1 min read
Updated: Feb 18, 2025
(12-Month Special Services Agreement (SSA) Contract)
Call for Applications – 28 February 2025
Te Marae Ora (TMO), in partnership with the WHO Country Office in Samoa, invites applications for the position of NCD Coordinator. This 12-month Special Services Agreement (SSA) offers an opportunity to lead efforts in reducing the impact of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in the Cook Islands.
About the Role
The NCD Coordinator will work with TMO to address key public health challenges posed by NCDs such as cardiovascular diseases, cancers, chronic respiratory diseases, and diabetes. The focus will be on:
Raising awareness about NCDs and their impact on public health.
Promoting healthier lifestyles by addressing risk factors like tobacco use, alcohol abuse, poor diets, physical inactivity, and environmental influences.
Driving policy development and empowering individuals to make positive health changes.
The Coordinator will be based at TMO in the Cook Islands, working closely with stakeholders to implement preventative and promotional health strategies.
Why Apply?This position is an excellent opportunity to contribute to public health by reducing the burden of NCDs in the Pacific region. The role underscores the commitment of TMO and WHO Samoa to tackling NCDs and promoting a healthier future for Cook Islanders.
Application Details
Deadline for Submission: 28 February 2025
For more information, read the Terms of Reference
Join us in making a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of the Cook Islands community.
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