Volunteer with VSA

• 3 Roles available, full time 6-12 months volunteering opportunity in Samoa
• Bring your emergency medical experience to this amazing role
• Six to twelve month assignments - flights and accommodation provided

About Our Partner Organisation
The Samoan Ministry of Health (MOH) is Samoa's beating heart for wellness. The team of over 1400 passionate people are dedicated to championing preventative care, empower Samoans to take charge of their health.
They deliver a wide spectrum of services, from ensuring clean water and sanitation to providing critical surgeries. Their roots go back to 1959, and today, they’re driven by the MOH Act 2006 to keep Samoans thriving.

What You’ll Do
As a VSA Volunteer, you'll immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Samoa, aiding MOH to build their capacity by training local staff through one-on-one and team sessions, or on the job training and mentoring. 

You will be on-site at their Emergency Department to enable the training and support for existing personnel, increasing the capacity and confidence for the staff in their current skill sets, knowledge base and subsequent management of patients.

Your Skills and Experiences

• Proven experience in Emergency Medicine
• Fellow of ACEM or other professional college or Master of Emergency Medicine
• Fully registered medical practitioner with the Medical Council or equivalent
• Demonstrated ability to work flexibly in a constantly changing environment
• Proven cultural competency and ability to work in a resource limited setting

Discover Samoa
Halfway between Hawaii and New Zealand, Samoa isn't just beautiful, it's steeped in tradition. Family is everything, keeping ancient ways alive alongside a modern parliament. Prepare for warm smiles and a culture that reveres elders and deepens your connection to the land.

Volunteering with VSA
For over six decades, Volunteer Service Abroad Te Tūao Tāwāhi (VSA) has been leaving a legacy across the Pacific. Through remote, in-country, and local volunteer programs, we empower volunteers to make a difference, fostering friendships that transcend borders.

How to Apply
Seize this incredible opportunity by applying through our website. For further details on this assignment, reach out to volunteer@vsa.org.nz. Applications close 7 July 2024.

We cover costs including flights, visas, insurance, accommodation, living allowance, and utilities during your assignment. Please note that VSA Volunteers must be New Zealand citizens or permanent residents.

We are looking for a volunteer with:

• Full time 6 - 12 months Volunteering opportunity in Samoa
• Flights, accommodation and other expenses covered by VSA
• Make a lasting difference across the Pacific