Public Health Officer
About This Opportunity
Request for Expression of Interest | Project: Health Enhancement and Resiliency in Tonga Project | Method: Individual Consultant Selection | Ref: TO-TON-MOH-572297-CS-INDV
This is a consulting contract in the infrastructure, health and medical services and education and training sectors. Located in Tonga, Pacific & Oceania, this opportunity is open to individual consultants.
Published through WB - World Bank, a multilateral development bank that follows standardized international procurement guidelines. Projects funded by multilateral institutions are generally open to international bidders from eligible member countries for consulting in the infrastructure sector. Consulting assignments are typically evaluated with a strong emphasis on the technical proposal, including the methodology and qualifications of key experts. Shortlisted firms may be invited to submit financial proposals in a second stage. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.
Description
GOVERNMENT OF TONGA
MINISTRY OF HEALTH
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
(INDIVIDUAL CONSULTING SERVICES)
Country: | Tonga |
Implementing Agency: | Ministry of Health |
Project Title: | Health Enhancement and Resiliency in Tonga (HEART) Project |
Source of Funding: | P180965 / E377-TO |
Assignment Title: |
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Duration: | Initial contract for two (2) years, extendable annually upon mutual understanding and performance up to duration of project (5 years) |
Probation: | Six (6) months’ probation period may extend depending on candidate’s satisfactory performance. Annual performance review to determine, if contract would be extended. |
Expected Start Date: | November 2026 |
The Kingdom of Tonga has received financing from the World Bank for an exciting project, the Health Enhancement and Resiliency in Tonga (HEART) Project to support the health sector development in Tonga. The individual consultants will be part of the Project Management Unit (PMU) of the HEART Project in the Ministry of Health (MOH).
The position is a full-time contract for 2 years, with an annual extension based on mutual understanding and satisfactory performance up to duration of the project of 5 years. Contract staff will be required to provide hands-on support in this area of specialty, across a range of project activities.
The advertised position is now available for download and applications are sought from suitably qualified candidates based on the selection criteria expressed in the Terms of Reference (TOR) link below.
- Public Health Officer (National) [TO-TON-MOH-572297-CS-INDV]
Link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1UrYFGHK63tD0-OVC9lkbzbpmmnzu9tlc?usp=sharing
- Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer (National) [TO-TON-MOH-572302-CS-INDV]
Link:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1_FoaoULLesdoyok8nhEocEiSunyZCe5j?usp=sharing
- Project Officer – Vava’u (National) [TO-TON-MOH-572305-CS-INDV]
Link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1EIc5DFvRwBdumovP8gB1wY68fAbz3m-_?usp=sharing
The Implementation Agency now invites eligible individuals (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services (attach curriculum vitae with description of qualifications, experience in similar assignments, similar conditions, etc.).
Evaluation Criteria
The evaluation process will be of a rated criteria and based on the quality of the applicant’s submission and how the Evaluation Criteria in each TOR is addressed. Applicants MUST ensure to submit all required documents as listed below for a complete submission:
- A cover Letter indicating your interest in this assignment (addressed to the CEO, Ministry of Health).
- Curriculum Vitae of the Applicant (must include at least two referees and their details).
- Statement addressing the “Evaluation Criteria” as stated in the Terms of Reference.
- Supporting Documents: Transcripts, certificates, supporting letter from referees, and any other document that may be of support to your application.
Please limit your CV to only 3-5 pages addressing each of the Selection Criteria with exact details.
Please note that an interview may be requested of the short-listed applicant(s) if required.
The remuneration package for this position is attractive and will be determined based on qualifications, experience, and previous remunerations for similar assignments.
Further information can be obtained at the email above during office hours 08:30 to 16:30 hours weekdays.
A firm is eligible to nominate an individual – however, note that only the experience and qualifications of the nominated individual shall be used in the selection process, and that (their) corporate experience shall not be considered. The firm, if proposing an individual, must specify whether the contract would be signed with the firm or the proposed individual.
The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, dated Feb.2025 (“the Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the above cited Procurement Regulations.
INSTRUCTION FOR SUBMISSION:
Address all submissions to the address below and submit all applications via email to Mr. Jonathan Kwok (jyskwok@outlook.com) and CC: Mr. Semisi Fukofuka (fukofukas@health.gov.to); Ms. Salome Akauola (s.akauola@outlook.com); with the subject heading “Expression of Interest – <please enter position title here>”.
Expressions of interest must be submitted by e-mail no later than 16:00pm (Tongan Time) on Tuesday, 06 October 2026.
Subject: Expression of Interest – < please enter position title here >
Attn: Dr. Reynold ‘Ofanoa
Chief Executive Officer
Ministry of Health
Vuna Road, Sopu, Nukuálofa,
Tonga
Tel: (676) 7401201
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on September 21, 2026. Last refreshed 5 days ago. Reference: OP00470180. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Health Enhancement and Resiliency in Tonga Project
Health Enhancement and Resiliency in Tonga Project has issued 21 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 3 currently open and 10 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Health & Medical, Finance & Banking, and Education & Training. All notices are published for Tonga. Notices are distributed via WB - World Bank. Most recent publication: September 21, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in Tonga. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
How can I submit a bid?
Visit WB - World Bank to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference OP00470180 when communicating with the contracting authority.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Health Enhancement and Resiliency in Tonga Project in Tonga. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Consulting contract in the Infrastructure sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
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