Dear Colleagues,
Please find following Pacific Vacancies - Announcement No. 2002 / 115 -
116
For those who intend to apply: Good luck!
Wilco Liebregts
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ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC NOW HAS MORE THAN 1200 PACIFIC ISLAND SPECIALISTS ON
OUR DATABASE. WE ALSO HAVE AN EXTENSIVE NETWORK OF INDIVIDUALS AND
ORGANISATIONS FROM WHERE WE CAN SOURCE EXPERTISE
TO : Representatives of Governments and Administrations Routine
Distribution No. : 02/15
FILE : STF 5/25/6 DATE: 5 July 2002
SUBJECT : RECRUITMENT OF AN INTERNET WEBSITE DEVELOPER / DATABASE
PROGRAMMER FOR THE DFID-FUNDED PACIFIC REGIONAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS
PROJECT (PRISM)
1. The Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC) invites
applications for
the position of Developer/Programmer (PRISM). This is a 12-month
contract position funded by the UK Department for International
Development (DFID). The closing date for applications will be 31 July
2002.
2. I would be grateful if Governments and Administrations could
advertise
this post widely without incurring any cost to the Secretariat of the
Pacific Community.
3. A statement setting out the duties, responsibilities,
qualifications,
experience and skills required for the position plus terms and
conditions of employment is attached to this Recruitment Notice.
Yves Corbel
Acting Director General
Attach.
Original text : English
SPC/Recruitment Notice No. 02/15
Page 1
SECRETARIAT OF THE PACIFIC COMMUNITY
DUTY STATEMENT
DEVELOPER / PROGRAMMER (PRISM)
(12 month contract)
The Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC) is an independent
intergovernmental agency providing technical advice, assistance,
training and research in the service of the 22 Pacific Island countries
and territories of Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia. It currently has
a staff of more than 230. SPC is officially bilingual, with English and
French being the working languages.
The Developer/Programmer (PRISM) will be located within the Statistics
Programme and will report to the Statistician. The Statistics Programme
is part of the SPC's Social Resources Division and has five permanent
staff. Its overall goal is to support national and regional policy and
decision making processes by helping to improve the range and quality of
official statistics.
The occupant of this position will take the lead role in developing an
Internet-based information system for the Pacific Islands Countries and
Territories (PICTs) who are members of SPC. PRISM will be a closely
linked set of national websites, to be developed in close consultation
with PICT national statistics offices (NSOs) and other national and
regional agencies. The system will incorporate a statistical database
with a wide range of key economic, social, environmental and cultural
indicators, but will also provide a platform for storing and
disseminating a very wide range of other types of information about the
region. In the latter part of his/her contract the Developer/Programmer
will be working with and transferring skills to the Database Manager
(PRISM) who will be recruited in early 2003. Detail of the PRISM project
can be found at the draft website , including a
full set of working papers presented to a regional Technical Meeting
held in April 2002.
This post is based at the SPC Headquarters in Noum¨¦a but will almost
certainly involve some travel. The Developer/Programmer will work with
the Statistician to achieve relevant project goals and objectives within
budget and planned timeframes. In collaboration with other Programme
staff and representatives of NSOs and other agencies, he/she will
develop a series of interlinked national websites, featuring a core
statistical database and a range of other information and features. The
Developer/Programmer will also play a lead role in providing
Noum¨¦a-based training in Internet website development to staff from PICT
NSOs. The primary clients of the project are the governments and the
peoples of the island members of the Pacific Community and the
successful applicant will display a strong awareness of their
information needs and technological capacity.
The post requires a highly motivated professional with considerable
initiative, an excellent knowledge of Internet-based programming, and
with experience of official statistics, preferably in the Pacific
Community region. When applying for the post, candidates are advised to
describe their qualities and experience in relation to the requirements
outlined above.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Developer/Programmer (PRISM) is responsible to the Statistician, and
the duties of the post are implemented in consultation and with the
advice of the Statistician as appropriate. The duty statement of the
Developer/Programmer is as follows:
1. Design a highly functional set of linked Internet websites,
incorporating national themes and content determined in consultation
with NSOs and other agencies, and meeting the aims and timing outlined
in the PRISM project plan.
SPC/Recruitment Notice No. 02/15
Page 2
2. Arrange the transfer to PRISM of data from a range of sources
including the existing SPC SPESS database and, in consultation with
NSOs and other agencies, develop a strategy for Internet-based updating
by NSOs of national website components of PRISM.
3. Organise and conduct a series of short-term workshops in Noum¨¦a for
developing Internet website and related skills of key staff from PICT
NSOs and other agencies.
4. Provide selected in-country research and training to identify and
resolve any PRISM-related problems faced by NSOs in developing their
national websites.
5. Assist with the recruitment of a PRISM database manager (this will be
a designated Pacific Islander position).
6. Collaborate closely with staff of other SPC programmes and other key
institutions (national, regional and international) to ensure
compatability and integration between PRISM and other websites
incorporating information for the Pacific region.
QUALIFICATIONS
Very important
 Advanced qualifications in Computer Science or a related
discipline.  Demonstrable high-level computer programming
skills.  Extensive experience in developing and/or managing
databases and in SQL programming.  Proven ability to drive IT
projects with a variety of resources and skill levels, and to achieve
targets within timeframes.  An extremely good command of written
and spoken English (the majority of the duties will relate to NSOs in
English speaking PICTs).  Ability to work well as part of a
small team of professionals.
Important
 A preparedness to travel the Pacific region, sometimes under
difficult conditions.  An ability to work with, and relate to,
people in a culturally mixed environment.  A good working
knowledge of French, SPC's other official language, would be a distinct
advantage.  Expertise in C++.
Applicants are advised to include a list, and preferably examples, of
their key programming and database products and the URLs of any websites
maintained or authored, along with an indication of the extent to which
they contributed to those outputs
Anyone interested in applying for this position and who would like more
information should contact the SPC Statistician, Garth Parry, by email
at garthp@... or by phone to (687) 260145 (SPC) or 829300 (Mob).
SALARY AND ALLOWANCE
The starting salary will depend on experience and qualifications in the
salary range: SDR 2,534-4,076 per month (which is equivalent to CFP
414,258-680,937 francs per month at the prevailing reference exchange
rate of 1 SDR = CFP 163.48 francs). In addition, an Establishment Grant
will be payable to non-residents of New Caledonia. SPC emoluments are
not subject to income tax in New Caledonia at the present time. The
international currency exchange rate at the time of writing is
approximately USD 1.00 = 134 francs CFP. SPC/Recruitment Notice No.
02/15 Page 3
TENURE
The appointment will be for a fixed period of 12 months. The project
funding does not allow for any extension of the contract beyond 12
months.
DUTY STATION
Noumea, New Caledonia.
ACCOMMODATION
An SPC-owned house or flat will be made available, with the staff member
contributing 25% of the normal rental of the accommodation, which at
present rates, are as follows:
2 bedrooms - CFP 32,500 francs
3 bedrooms - CFP 41,250 francs
4 bedrooms - CFP 47,500 francs
LEAVE
Leave will accrue at the rate of 25 working days per 12 months of active
duty. Accrued leave will have to be taken within the period of the
contract.
SICK LEAVE
Thirty working days per annum.
MEDICAL BENEFITS
The SPC’s Staff Medical Insurance, which is available free of
charge to the appointee, reimburses doctors’ fees, cost of
prescribed medicines, surgical and hospital costs, etc. up to certain
percentages and limits. Supplementary medical insurance is available at
the appointee’s expense to increase these percentage
reimbursements and limits.
PROVIDENT FUND
The appointee will be eligible for membership of the SPC’s Staff
Provident Fund. Noumea-based staff contribute eight per cent of base
salary to which SPC adds a matching contribution.
FARES AND REMOVAL EXPENSES
For an appointee recruited outside New Caledonia, air fares by the most
direct/and or economical route for the appointee only, and reasonable
removal expenses by sea of personal and household effects will be met by
SPC on appointment and termination.
COMPUTING ENVIRONMENT
SPC has a standardised computing environment based on Microsoft Office
running under Microsoft Windows. SPC/Recruitment Notice No. 02/15 Page 4
SMOKE-FREE ENVIRONMENT
Smoking is not permitted in the workplace.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
SPC is an equal opportunities employer. Recruitment to SPC staff
vacancies is based entirely on merit, but in cases where two shortlisted
candidates are judged to be of equal rank by the Selection Committee,
preference will be given to Pacific Island nationals.
ADDRESS
Applications should be addressed to the Director General, Secretariat of
the Pacific Community, P.O. Box D5, Noumea Cedex, New Caledonia, to
arrive by 31 July 2002. Applicants should provide full personal details,
describe their qualifications and experience, and explain how these suit
them for the specific requirements of the advertised position. Relevant
previous appointments, present position and salary, and the names and
addresses (including telephone, fax, e-mail contacts) of three referees
should also be provided. Testimonials may be provided with the
application, but are not necessary and will not be considered a
substitute for confidential referee's reports, which will be
commissioned directly by SPC.
Applications may alternatively, or additionally, be submitted by email
to spc@..., preferably in plain text or Rich Text Format (RTF).
More can be learned about SPC through the website
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TO : Representatives of Governments and Administrations
Routine Distribution No. : 02/16
FILE : STF 5/19/1 DATE : 5 July 2002
SUBJECT : RECRUITMENT OF POPULATION ADVISER
1. The Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC) invites
applications for
the position of Population Adviser. This is an eighteen-month contract
position funded by DFID, terminating in April 2004. The closing date for
applications will be 31 July 2002.
2. I would be grateful if Governments and Administrations could
advertise
this post widely without incurring any cost to the Secretariat of the
Pacific Community.
3. A statement setting out the duties, responsibilities,
qualifications,
experience and skills required for the position plus terms and
conditions of employment is attached to this Recruitment Notice.
Yves Corbel
Acting Director General
SECRETARIAT OF THE PACIFIC COMMUNITY
DUTY STATEMENT
POPULATION ADVISER
RESPONSIBLE TO: Demographer
BACKGROUND
The Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC) is an independent
intergovernmental agency providing technical advice, assistance,
training and research in the service of the 22 Pacific Island countries
and territories of Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia. It currently has
a staff of more than 200. SPC is officially bilingual, with English and
French being the working languages.
The Demography/Population Programme is a core SPC Programme. It provides
member countries with technical advice and assistance in designing and
planning population censuses and sample surveys; collecting, processing,
tabulating, analysing, and disseminating population data; and
integrating population issues into development policies and planning. A
major part of Programme activity is developing and promoting population
GIS as a planning tool, and the Programme is currently implementing a
substantial project to develop interactive population GIS.
The Programme comprises a staff of three professional population
specialists, including the Demographer and Population Adviser, two GIS
developers, a programme administrator and a research/administrative
assistant.
The Population Adviser undertakes demographic analysis to support the
Programme's GIS project, conducts training in the use of GIS for
population planning and assists other Programme professional staff with
demographic analysis and research. The Population Adviser must have an
extensive in-depth knowledge of Pacific population and development
issues, including knowledge of population data needs, a knowledge of
GIS, and the ability to communicate population information and provide
training in its use.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
?? Undertake analysis of population data, including fertility, mortality
and migration analysis and analysis of levels and trends. ?? Prepare
population data for incorporation into population GIS. ?? Supervise the
work of counterparts on GIS work attachments. ?? Train counterparts from
countries during GIS related work attachments. ?? Prepare training
materials to teach the use of GIS. ?? Conduct in-country workshops on
population GIS and the use of GIS in population planning. ?? Advise
countries in data management and data needs. ?? Work with other
Demography Programme staff on specific projects including publications.
?? Participate in the day-to-day tasks of the Programme as required. ??
Other duties as required by the Demographer.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
?? An in-depth understanding of Pacific population and development
issues. ?? A Masters or higher degree in Demography, or the equivalent.
?? Proven ability and high-level skills in the calculation of fertility,
mortality, migration, and other population and socioeconomic indicators.
?? High level computing skills and ability to use demographic and
statistical software. ?? High level communication and presentation
skills. ?? Knowledge of population GIS and a thorough understanding of
its applications in population planning. ?? Experience in teaching
population methods. ?? Demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with
people from other cultures. SPC/Recruitment Notice No. 02/16 Page 2
SALARY AND ALLOWANCE
The starting salary will depend on experience and qualifications in the
salary range: SDR 2,534-4,076 per month (which is equivalent to CFP
414,258-680,937 francs per month at the prevailing reference exchange
rate of 1 SDR = CFP 163.48 francs). In addition, an Establishment Grant
will be payable to non-residents of New Caledonia. SPC emoluments are
not subject to income tax in New Caledonia at the present time. The
international currency exchange rate at the time of writing is
approximately USD 1.00 = 134 francs CFP.
TENURE
The appointment will be for a fixed period of 18 months. The project
funding does not allow for any extension of the contract beyond 18
months.
DUTY STATION
Noumea, New Caledonia.
ACCOMMODATION
An SPC-owned house or flat will be made available, with the staff member
contributing 25% of the normal rental of the accommodation, which at
present rates, are as follows:
2 bedrooms - CFP 32,500 francs
3 bedrooms - CFP 41,250 francs
4 bedrooms - CFP 47,500 francs
LEAVE
Leave will accrue at the rate of 25 working days per 12 months of active
duty. Accrued leave will have to be taken within the period of the
contract.
SICK LEAVE
Thirty working days per annum.
MEDICAL BENEFITS
The SPC??s Staff Medical Insurance reimburses doctors?? fees, cost of
prescribed medicines, surgical and hospital costs, etc. up to certain
percentages and limits. Supplementary medical insurance is available to
increase these percentage reimbursements and limits.
PROVIDENT FUND
The appointee will be eligible for membership of the SPC??s Staff
Provident Fund. Staff members contribute eight per cent of base salary
to which SPC adds a matching contribution.
FARES AND REMOVAL EXPENSES
For an appointee recruited outside New Caledonia, air fares by the most
direct/and or economic route for the appointee and recognised
dependants, and reasonable removal expenses by sea of personal and
household effects will be met by SPC on appointment and termination.
COMPUTING ENVIRONMENT
SPC has a standardised computing environment based on Microsoft Office
running under Microsoft Windows.
SMOKE-FREE ENVIRONMENT
Smoking is not permitted in the work place.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
SPC is an equal opportunities employer. Recruitment to SPC staff
vacancies is based entirely on merit, but in cases where two shortlisted
candidates are judged to be of equal rank by the Selection Committee,
preference will be given to Pacific Island nationals.
ADDRESS
Applications should be addressed to the Director General, Secretariat of
the Pacific Community, P.O. Box D5, Noumea Cedex, New Caledonia, to
arrive by 31 July 2002. Applicants should provide full personal details,
describe their qualifications and experience, and explain how these suit
them for the specific requirements of the advertised position. Relevant
previous appointments, present position and salary, and the names and
addresses (including telephone, fax, e-mail contacts) of three referees
should also be provided. Testimonials may be provided with the
application, but are not necessary and will not be considered a
substitute for confidential referee's reports, which will be
commissioned directly by SPC.
Applications may alternatively, or additionally, be submitted by email
to spc@..., preferably in plain text or Rich Text Format (RTF).
More can be learned about SPC through the website
<> .
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