Team Leader - Health Program Advisor

Team Leader - Health Program Advisor

International SOS

Nauru

The Role

The Nauru- Australia Health Partnership Program – Raña Tsimorum (Look after your life) is a 10-year bilateral investment from the Australian Government to support the Nauru Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) to deliver the health components of Nauru’s National Sustainable Development Strategy 2019-2030, seeking to strengthen the health system to respond effectively to health threats, better meet the population’s healthcare needs and significantly improve health outcomes. Raña Tsimorum has 3 focus areas – Health System Strengthening, Health Service Delivery and Inclusive Health. It is a vital part of Australia’s development program in Nauru and funded and overseen by the Australian High Commission to Nauru.

The Team Leader will provide strategic and technical guidance, engaging with DHMS, DPH, the Government of Nauru, and DFAT via the Australian High Commission.

Key Tasks include:

• Build strong relationships with DFAT and GoN to support collaboration;
• Lead strategic planning, implementation, financial management, and reporting;
• Coordinate the Program Steering Group for governance and decision-making;
• Ensure alignment with DFAT policies and manage program risks.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of leadership experience in international development, with expertise in health systems, service delivery, and inclusive health;
• Tertiary qualifications in public health, health policy, or a related field;
• Strong background in planning, budgeting, and financial oversight of development programs;
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with donors and government partners;
• Experience managing complex teams in remote settings;
• Solid understanding of Australian development policies and their practical application.

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