SSA - Health Sector Improvement Program, Finance Assistant, Papua New Guinea
Posted July 19, 2026
About this opportunity
Opportunity Overview
The World Health Organization is hiring a Finance Assistant to work in the Health Sector Improvement Program office at the National Department of Health in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. This role will provide operational and administrative support to the National Department of Health, specifically the Health Sector Improvement Program, to support implementation of activities at the provincial level. The Finance Assistant will work under the supervision of the WHO Operations Specialist and in close coordination with the HSIP Provincial Manager. The objective of this position is to provide finance, administrative, and operational support to the Health Sector Improvement Program Trust Account to strengthen timely implementation, financial accountability, documentation, reporting, and compliance for provincially funded health activities. The Finance Assistant will support the processing and monitoring of Direct Financial Cooperation agreements, fund transfers, acquittals, FACE Forms, payment claims, and related financial records. The role is based in Port Moresby, with some travel required within the city and to provinces for training delivery, stakeholder engagement, and PHA supervision activities. International travel may also be required for WHO training or reporting obligations.
Responsibilities
- Support the processing and follow-up of Direct Financial Cooperation agreements and related documentation to facilitate the timely release of funds for approved activities.
- Assist in coordinating with relevant NDoH program officers and Provincial Health Authorities regarding availability and transfer of funds for approved activities.
- Follow up with PHAs on submission of acquittals, supporting documentation, and outstanding financial records.
- Support coordination with the WHO program teams and provincial Finance officers regarding FACE Forms and DFC-related documentation.
- Participate in provincial monitoring visits and spot-check activities related to DFC-supported activities.
- Assist in documenting findings, preparing monitoring summaries, and following up on identified issues.
- Support provincial and PHA staff in maintaining documentation and reporting records in line with WHO and other donor requirements.
- Support processing of provincial fund transfers, including preparation of authorization documents and follow-up on approvals.
- Assist in HSIP Trust Account desktop review activities and provincial monitoring visits to review utilization of development partner funds and support follow-up on identified issues and corrective actions with provincial staff.
- Raise requisitions and assist in processing payment claims for HSIP provincial activities in accordance with established procedures.
Benefits
- Monthly remuneration of PGK4245.
- The assignment is expected to run for a total of twelve months, with a six-month initial probation from the date of contract signing, subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Diploma in business administration or related field.
- Minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience providing finance, administrative, or operational support.
- Experience working and supporting government institutions, development partners, UN agencies, NGOs, or donor funding programs.
- Strong organizational, coordination, and time management skills.
- Ability to monitor implementation progress and follow up on multiple actions simultaneously.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to maintain organized documentation and evidence management systems.
- Ability to work collaboratively with government counterparts, WHO teams, and other stakeholders.
- Knowledge of administrative, financial, and management principles, procedures, and policies of large, international, public-sector organizations.
- Strong knowledge of the principles and practices of administration and program management.
- Ability to compile, review, and maintain financial and administrative records and prepare routine reports.
- Ability to maintain excellent interpersonal working relations.
- Excellent knowledge of English (written and spoken).
How to Apply
- Review the requirements and qualifications for the position to ensure you meet the essential criteria.
- Prepare your application, including your resume and a cover letter, to demonstrate your experience and skills.
- Click the Apply button below to submit your application.
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