Dear Colleagues,

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Please find following Pacific Vacancies - Announcement No. 2002 / 43

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For those who intend to apply: Good luck!

?

Wilco Liebregts

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The following message was posted on PestNet by Dr. Gillian Watson, but I thought it might be of interest to a wider audience. Apologies to those PestNet subscribers who receive this message twice!
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Dear Pestnetters,

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The following may be of interest to some of you.

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Best wishes

?

Gillian Watson

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Dear Colleague.

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We would be grateful if you could bring the IUCN/Ford Foundation Small

Grants Programme to the attention of your members/staff:

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The IUCN Sustainable Use Team, through a grant from the Ford Foundation, is

offering small grants to promote scholarly contributions from individuals

from developing countries in the field of sustainable use of biological

systems. The aim is to promote the authority of science from developing

countries and foster opportunities for scholarly exchange. The programme

will run until the end of June 2002. Priority will be given to proposals

that address the complex connections between people and nature, exploring

the concept of sustainability. Applications related to activities that

employ innovative inter- or multidisciplinary approaches are the most likely

to be funded. Support will be provided in only one category this year:

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1. Participation at scholarly/technical meetings. This will generally

include travel and per diem costs, but may also cover costs associated with

preparing a presentation (e.g., production of audio-visual materials), and

meeting registration costs. Grants will be for a maximum of $2000.

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In general, the programme is intended to support the communication of

research findings, project results, and lessons learned from developing

countries. Applications will be reviewed on a quarterly basis. The following

quarterly application deadlines will be used in the review process: March

31, June 30. For more information please visit the IUCN Sustainable Use

Specialist Group web site: http://iucn.org/themes/ssc/susg/smallgengai.html

<http://iucn.org/themes/ssc/susg/smallgengai.html>? or contact:

Ruth Barreto

IUCN/Ford Foundation Small Grants Coordinator

IUCN Sustainable Use Team

1630 Connecticut Ave.

Third Floor Washington, DC 20009 U.S.A.

Tel: +202 518 2063

Fax: +202 387 4823

rbarreto@...

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Thanks in advance for your help in helping us inform others.

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Kind regards,

?

David

**

David Beamont

IUCN Sustainable Use Team

IUCN USA Multilateral Office

1630 Connecticut Avenue, 3rd Floor, NW

Washington DC, USA 20009

T: ++1 202 518 2053

F: ++1 202 387 4823

Sustainable use online: www.iucn.org/themes/ssc/susg/

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ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC provides this vacancy announcement to those specialists
on our database who have provided us with an email address. The service is
provided free of charge. Unless otherwise indicated, ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC is
not and will not be involved in the selection process, nor in any of the
negotiations for the position, and will not claim any charges from the specialists.

?

The vacancies are obtained from regional and international organisations,
magazines, newspapers and colleagues. Although we will do our best to relate
to you the details on the positions as they have been provided to us, it is
possible that some information may be incorrect. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC
advises those interested in a vacancy to contact the advertising
organisation directly for specific details on the position. ECO-CONSULT
PACIFIC will not accept any liability for incorrect information.

?

Although we now have more than 1000 email recipients for 'Pacific Vacancies',
your address will remain confidential.

?

Wilco Liebregts

Managing Director

Eco-Consult Pacific

PO Box 5406, Raiwaqa P.O.,

SUVA, Fiji Islands

Tel.: (679) 322 607 / 322 706;? Fax.: (679) 322 607

?

Dear Colleagues,

?

Please find following Pacific Vacancies - Announcement No. 2002 / 42

?

For those who intend to apply: Good luck!

?

Wilco Liebregts

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????? PROFESSIONAL OFFICER

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SOUTH PACIFIC BOARD FOR EDUCATIONAL ASSESSMENT

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Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the position of Professional Officer with the above Board.? The position, which is based in Suva, Fiji, carries an attractive remuneration package at the professional officer level, details of which can be obtained from the Board’s office.

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The Board serves nine Pacific Island nations namely Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu. Its main functions are; to provide assessment training for key personnel in its member countries, to provide assessment support to all its member countries in areas where there is a lack of assessment expertise, to provide examination services to member countries that are having difficulty implementing their own, as well as providing technical and special services to those member countries that need assistance with any aspect of their assessment system.

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The main responsibilities of the position include;

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·??????? Training assessment personnel from member countries in all aspects of assessment

·??????? Assisting/Supporting member countries in their effort to address their assessment needs

·??????? Negotiating with member countries regarding requests for assistance with their national assessments

·??????? The implementation of the Secretariat’s annual work programme

·??????? Coordinating the Board’s IT, Research and Special Services function

·??????? Supervising and assisting with the development and review of the Board’s website.

·??????? Coordinating the update of the Secretariat’s software used in processing/analyzing assessment data

·??????? Overseeing and assisting the computer programmer/network administrator in setting up a network with member countries in making use of technology to improve communication.

·??????? Coordinating other assessment services as directed from time to time by the Director.

·??????? Any other duties as directed from time to time by the Director

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Minimum qualifications/credentials for the position are;

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·??????? Degree from a recognized university with a major in two areas taught at the senior secondary level in the region.? A post graduate qualification specializing in the area of educational assessment and computing would be an advantage

·??????? At least 4 years teaching at senior secondary level with some work experience in any area of educational assessment

·??????? Wide experience in the use of computer software for assessment especially in any two of the following areas; national examinations administration, processing assessment results, assessment results analysis and reporting assessment results.

·??????? Experience in working closely with people in a wide variety of cultural settings

·??????? Knowledge and experience with the assessment systems of Pacific Island states is highly desirable.

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The successful applicant is expected to take up the position no later than the end of July 2002 and would be required to travel extensively to member countries when the need arises. Applicants who do not possess the above credentials will not be considered.

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The position, which will be on contract for three years in the first instance, carries other benefits besides the normal salary.? For non-Fiji citizens, remuneration will be tax-free.? A brief information package on SPBEA and on its Staff Terms and Conditions will be available on request.? All applications, together with a current CV and the particulars of two referees, one of which should be from your current employer, should be sent to

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??????????? The Director ?????????????????????????????????????? Fax:????????????? (679) 330 2898

????????? SPBEA????????????????????????????????????????????????? Phone:??????????????????? (679) 331 5600/331 5839

????????? P.O.Box 2083, Govt Buildings?????? ????????? email??????????? “Pongi-V@...”

Suva, FIJI

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no later? than Friday 31^st May? 2002.? Those who applied earlier for the position need not re-apply.

?

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PLEASE NOTE:

ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC provides this vacancy announcement to those specialists
on our database who have provided us with an email address. The service is
provided free of charge. Unless otherwise indicated, ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC is
not and will not be involved in the selection process, nor in any of the
negotiations for the position, and will not claim any charges from the specialists.

?

The vacancies are obtained from regional and international organisations,
magazines, newspapers and colleagues. Although we will do our best to relate
to you the details on the positions as they have been provided to us, it is
possible that some information may be incorrect. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC
advises those interested in a vacancy to contact the advertising
organisation directly for specific details on the position. ECO-CONSULT
PACIFIC will not accept any liability for incorrect information.

?

Although we now have more than 1000 email recipients for 'Pacific Vacancies',
your address will remain confidential.

?

Wilco Liebregts

Managing Director

Eco-Consult Pacific

PO Box 5406, Raiwaqa P.O.,

SUVA, Fiji Islands

Tel.: (679) 322 607 / 322 706;? Fax.: (679) 322 607

?

Dear Colleagues,

?

Please find following Pacific Vacancies - Announcement No. 2002 / 42

?

For those who intend to apply: Good luck!

?

Wilco Liebregts

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COOPERATIVE INITIATIVE ON ISLAND INVASIVE ALIEN SPECIES -

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PROJECT COORDINATOR

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Position: Project Coordinator

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For: Invasive Species Specialist Group (ISSG) of IUCN (the World Conservation Union)

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Based: University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

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Level : Research Fellow

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Duration: 1 year initially, with extension dependent on future funding.

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Starting: as soon as possible

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Reports to : A/Professor Mick Clout., chair of ISSG

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People reporting to position : nil

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Part of team : existing team includes chair of ISSG, policy coordinator, database manager, information manager (web), assistant.

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Application deadline:???? 20 March 2002

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Contact: see below

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Objective of the Cooperative Initiative on Island Invasive Alien Species

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The objective of the Islands Cooperative Initiative on Invasives is to facilitate

cooperation in key areas of invasive alien species management where it will generate a significant improvement in the conservation of island biological diversity. The initiative will have immediate results, building on work already occurring (particularly in relation to island eradications); as well as long term results from increased knowledge, capacity and cooperation. The initiative is deliberately focused on threats posed by invasive alien species (IAS) to island biological diversity (as opposed to threats to agriculture, health? etc).?

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Role of Project Coordinator

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The Project Coordinator will be expected to further? develop the overall initiative. For 2002 the primary focus will be on the South Pacific, extending into other regions after that. The emphasis is on facilitation and empowerment, in order to allow managers and decision makers on islands to? deal with their invasive alien species problems.

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Specific components for 2002 will mainly? focus on the South Pacific area, and will include:

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·?????? Establishment of a? network of practitioners, decisionmakers, NGOs and other stakeholders? of relevance to island IAS issues

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·?????? Development of a comprehensive "information base" of experience and expertise relevant to the issue of invasive aliens species on islands (worldwide)

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·?????? Facilitation of information sharing between people working on island IAS issues in the South Pacific and elsewhere

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·?????? Facilitation of? wider utilisation of available alien species management tools by practitioners on islands;

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·?????? Facilitation of? cooperation at any relevant level (individual, organisations, agencies, governments)

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·?????? Initiation of? a "peer-review" network that will assist island managers in? the design and implementation? of good management plans? (prevention, eradication control)

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·?????? Encouraging?? the preparation of funding applications, based on good management plans, for island? IAS pilot projects.

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·?????? Developing (in cooperation with the rest of the team) sustainability of resourcing for the initiative.

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·?????? Liaising with national, regional and international bodies as required.

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Requirements for the position

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·?????? Practical experience with management of? invasive alien species. Experience with IAS management issues in a conservation context and/or island situation would be an advantage

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·?????? Proven? ability in networking and liaising

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·?????? Cultural awareness; previous experience in the South Pacific preferable

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·?????? Highly organised and motivated

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·?????? Good communication skills

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·?????? Fluency in English. Other languages would be an asset

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·?????? Tertiary qualification? in an environmental/ conservation/ ecological / biological subject would be an advantage

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Applications, including a cover letter, CV and the names and contacts for at least two referees should be sent, preferably by email:? to Carola Warner

issg@...

or fax? ++64 9 3737042

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Or by courier:

attn: Carola Warner

Invasive Species Specialist Group (ISSG)

School of Geography and Environmental Sciences,

University of Auckland

Tamaki Campus

Building 733

Morrin Road

Glen Innes

Auckland

New Zealand

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For correspondence within New Zealand , mail could be used as an alternative:

Carola Warner

Invasive Species Specialist Group (ISSG)

School of Geography and Environmental Sciences,

University of Auckland

Tamaki Campus

Private bag 92019

Auckland

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For further information on ISSG:?

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ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC provides this vacancy announcement to those specialists
on our database who have provided us with an email address. The service is
provided free of charge. Unless otherwise indicated, ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC is
not and will not be involved in the selection process, nor in any of the
negotiations for the position, and will not claim any charges from the specialists.

?

The vacancies are obtained from regional and international organisations,
magazines, newspapers and colleagues. Although we will do our best to relate
to you the details on the positions as they have been provided to us, it is
possible that some information may be incorrect. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC
advises those interested in a vacancy to contact the advertising
organisation directly for specific details on the position. ECO-CONSULT
PACIFIC will not accept any liability for incorrect information.

?

Although we now have more than 1000 email recipients for 'Pacific Vacancies',
your address will remain confidential.

?

?

Wilco Liebregts

Managing Director

Eco-Consult Pacific

PO Box 5406, Raiwaqa P.O.,

SUVA, Fiji Islands

Tel.: (679) 322 607 / 322 706;? Fax.: (679) 322 607

?

Dear Colleagues,

?

Please find following Pacific Vacancies - Announcement No. 2002 / 40

?

For those who intend to apply: Good luck!

?

Wilco Liebregts

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Eco-Consult Pacific has been approached by a client to identify specialists in the identification, development and manufacture of cosmetic speciality products, particularly in the development of soaps, lotions and crèmes as well as other bath products.? Expertise in the promotion (advertising/marketing) of such products is desirable, but not necessary.

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The specialist would be engaged as a short term consultant.

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Please send a detailed CV to:

?

Mr. Wilco Liebregts

Managing Director

Eco-Consult Pacific,

Suva, Fiji

Tel./ Fax.: (679) – 322 607

Email: ecoconsult@...

PLEASE NOTE:

ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC provides this vacancy announcement to those specialists
on our database who have provided us with an email address. The service is
provided free of charge. Unless otherwise indicated, ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC is
not and will not be involved in the selection process, nor in any of the
negotiations for the position, and will not claim any charges from the specialists.

?

The vacancies are obtained from regional and international organisations,
magazines, newspapers and colleagues. Although we will do our best to relate
to you the details on the positions as they have been provided to us, it is
possible that some information may be incorrect. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC
advises those interested in a vacancy to contact the advertising
organisation directly for specific details on the position. ECO-CONSULT
PACIFIC will not accept any liability for incorrect information.

?

Although we now have more than 1000 email recipients for 'Pacific Vacancies',
your address will remain confidential.

?

?

?

Wilco Liebregts

Managing Director

Eco-Consult Pacific

PO Box 5406, Raiwaqa P.O.,

SUVA, Fiji Islands

Tel.: (679) 322 607 / 322 706;? Fax.: (679) 322 607

?

Dear Colleagues,

?

Please find following Pacific Vacancies - Announcement No. 2002 / 39

?

For those who intend to apply: Good luck!

?

Wilco Liebregts

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VACANCY

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The Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat was established in 1972 by the Pacific Islands Forum to encourage economic and political cooperation between its member countries*, and between these states and other countries.

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SOCIAL POLICY ADVISER

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The Secretariat is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced person to work as Social Policy Adviser in its Development and Economic Policy Division.

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The Social Policy Adviser will be accountable to the Director of the Division for coordinating work on social policy issues in the region, especially human resource development and poverty reduction.? Work will include:

·?????? preparation of policy papers and advice on social policy issues and priorities;

·?????? monitoring and analysing social and socioeconomic trends;

·?????? provision of advice on improving effectiveness of social development policies and development programs;

·?????? developing relationships with member governments, regional organisations, non-state actors, and international bodies;

·?????? overseeing organisation of meetings;

·?????? representation of the Secretariat at meetings; and

·?????? other duties as required.

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Applicants must be citizens of Forum member countries*, should have an advanced university degree in economics or social sciences with relevance to social policy, economic development and human resource development and have an understanding of broader development and sectoral issues as they relate to economic development.? Excellent PC based computer skills would be beneficial.? Applicants should be willing to travel economy class.

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The appointment will carry a competitive remuneration and benefits package including medical and life insurance provisions.? For non-Fiji citizens remuneration should be tax-free in Forum member countries*.? Appointments are normally for three years. The Forum Secretariat is an equal opportunity employer and encourages both women and men to apply for its positions.

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Applications should be addressed to: The Secretary General, Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat, Private Mail Bag, Suva, FIJI.? Applicants are urged to obtain an Information Package from Ms Lusi Tuivanuavou, on (679) 312600 or (679) 220207 or facsimile (679) 301366 or via e-mail: lusit@.... General information on the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat is available at http://www.forumsec.org.fj.

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Applications close on 29^th March 2002 and should contain education and career details and the names, addresses (postal & e-mail), fax and telephone numbers of three employment referees.

?

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* Member States of the Pacific Islands Forum: Australia, Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, New Zealand, Niue, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Republic of the Marshall Islands, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu.

PLEASE NOTE:

ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC provides this vacancy announcement to those specialists
on our database who have provided us with an email address. The service is
provided free of charge. Unless otherwise indicated, ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC is
not and will not be involved in the selection process, nor in any of the
negotiations for the position, and will not claim any charges from the specialists.

?

The vacancies are obtained from regional and international organisations,
magazines, newspapers and colleagues. Although we will do our best to relate
to you the details on the positions as they have been provided to us, it is
possible that some information may be incorrect. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC
advises those interested in a vacancy to contact the advertising
organisation directly for specific details on the position. ECO-CONSULT
PACIFIC will not accept any liability for incorrect information.

?

Although we now have more than 900 email recipients for 'Pacific Vacancies',
your address will remain confidential.

?

?

?

Wilco Liebregts

Managing Director

Eco-Consult Pacific

PO Box 5406, Raiwaqa P.O.,

SUVA, Fiji Islands

Tel.: (679) 322 607 / 322 706;? Fax.: (679) 322 607

?

Dear Colleagues,

?

Please find following Pacific Vacancies - Announcement No. 2002 / 38

?

For those who intend to apply: Good luck!

?

Wilco Liebregts

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VACANCY

?

The Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat was established in 1972 by the Pacific Islands Forum to encourage economic and political cooperation between its member countries*, and between these states and other countries.

?

TRADE FACILITATION OFFICER

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The Secretariat is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced person to work as Trade Facilitation Officer in the Trade and Investment Division.

?

The Trade Facilitation Officer (TFO) will report to the Director and will work closely with the Trade Policy Advisers and officers in the Trade Policy and Facilitation Unit of the Division.? The 罢贵翱’蝉 responsibilities will include:

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·assisting in the development of the Trade Facilitation Work Programme;

·liaising with donors on funding of Trade Facilitation Work Programme;

·reporting on the operations of bilateral agreements and options for their effective and efficient operation;

·providing advice and regular information to FICs on tariff and customs policy, quarantine, standards and conformance, and associated matters;

·research into the development and implementation of intra-regional trade agreements;

·liaising with national and regional agencies;

·other duties as directed.

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Applicants must be citizens of Forum member countries* and should have an advanced tertiary qualification in trade, economics or other relevant discipline and at least 8 years relevant work experience.? They should also have a sound knowledge of international and regional trends in multilateral trade and familiarity with regional, sub-regional and bilateral trade agreements including trade facilitation issues.? Experience working in the international environment (particularly in the Asia Pacific region) is desirable as well as a sound understanding of issues and problems facing Forum Island Countries in relation to trade and investment.

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The appointment will carry a competitive remuneration and benefits package including medical and life insurance provisions.? For non-Fiji citizens remuneration should be tax-free in Forum member countries*.? The appointment will be for three years. The Forum Secretariat is an equal opportunity employer and encourages both women and men to apply for its positions.

?

Applications should be addressed to: The Secretary General, Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat, Private Mail Bag, Suva, FIJI.

?

An Information Package is available from the Secretariat and applicants are urged to obtain one from Ms Lusi Tuivanuavou, on (679) 312600 or (679) 220207 or facsimile (679) 301366 or via e-mail: lusit@.... General information on the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat is available at http://www.forumsec.org.fj.

?

Applications close on 15^th March 2002 and should contain full information on education and career details and the names, addresses (postal & e-mail), fax and telephone numbers of three employment referees.

?

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* Member States of the Pacific Islands Forum: Australia, Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, New Zealand, Niue, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Republic of the Marshall Islands, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu.

PLEASE NOTE:

ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC provides this vacancy announcement to those specialists
on our database who have provided us with an email address. The service is
provided free of charge. Unless otherwise indicated, ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC is
not and will not be involved in the selection process, nor in any of the
negotiations for the position, and will not claim any charges from the specialists.

?

The vacancies are obtained from regional and international organisations,
magazines, newspapers and colleagues. Although we will do our best to relate
to you the details on the positions as they have been provided to us, it is
possible that some information may be incorrect. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC
advises those interested in a vacancy to contact the advertising
organisation directly for specific details on the position. ECO-CONSULT
PACIFIC will not accept any liability for incorrect information.

?

Although we now have more than 900 email recipients for 'Pacific Vacancies',
your address will remain confidential.

?

?

?

Wilco Liebregts

Managing Director

Eco-Consult Pacific

PO Box 5406, Raiwaqa P.O.,

SUVA, Fiji Islands

Tel.: (679) 322 607 / 322 706;? Fax.: (679) 322 607

?

Dear Colleagues,

?

Please find following Pacific Vacancies - Announcement No. 2002 / 37

?

For those who intend to apply: Good luck!

?

Wilco Liebregts

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Three year contract (extendable by one year)

?

Starting salary ?18,311 – ?20,542, plus benefits, based in Kiribati or Vanuatu, with regular travel throughout the region.

VSO is a leading international development agency that works in over 40 countries through Volunteer Professionals.? This post will provide an exciting opportunity for a dedicated individual to play a pivotal role in a four-year European Union-funded programme aimed at alleviating poverty and improving livelihoods of disadvantaged people within Pacific Island communities.

?

With overall responsibility for co-ordinating this VSO / Just World Partners initiative, you will work with three national implementing organisations (FSP Kiribati, TANGO & FSP Vanuatu) to build managerial, technical, institutional and financial capacity of NGOs and other civil society groups, through long and short-term training, small scale capital and IT support, sharing of best practice, and national and regional linking.

?

You must be self-motivated, an excellent communicator and team worker, have at least three years experience in the NGO sector – ideally overseas – and an excellent understanding of capacity building.? Experience in project coordination or management is essential.

?

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Closing Date: ?????????? March 6^th 2002

?

Interviews:??????????????? Tarawa – week of Mar 18^th 2002

OR

Fiji (Nadi) – Mar 26^th 2002

?

Starting date:??????????? As soon as available

?

For further details, please email: hr@... or fax 00 44 20 8780 7300 quoting the job title.

PLEASE NOTE:

ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC provides this vacancy announcement to those specialists
on our database who have provided us with an email address. The service is
provided free of charge. Unless otherwise indicated, ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC is
not and will not be involved in the selection process, nor in any of the
negotiations for the position, and will not claim any charges from the specialists.

?

The vacancies are obtained from regional and international organisations,
magazines, newspapers and colleagues. Although we will do our best to relate
to you the details on the positions as they have been provided to us, it is
possible that some information may be incorrect. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC
advises those interested in a vacancy to contact the advertising
organisation directly for specific details on the position. ECO-CONSULT
PACIFIC will not accept any liability for incorrect information.

?

Although we now have more than 1000 email recipients for 'Pacific Vacancies',
your address will remain confidential.

?

?

?

Wilco Liebregts

Managing Director

Eco-Consult Pacific

PO Box 5406, Raiwaqa P.O.,

SUVA, Fiji Islands

Tel.: (679) 322 607 / 322 706;? Fax.: (679) 322 607

?

Dear Colleagues,

?

Please find following Pacific Vacancies - Announcement No. 2002 / 32-33

?

For those who intend to apply: Good luck!

?

Wilco Liebregts

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?

?

WWF, the world’s largest independent conservation organisation with a global network active in 96 countries, is seeking to recruit 2 Pacific Islanders for its South Pacific Programme Office:

?

Polynesia Marine Ecoregional Coordinator

?

Based in Rarotonga, Cook Islands, the Polynesia Marine Ecoregional Coordinator will lead and manage an established multi-disciplinary conservation Program for WWF.

?

The main responsibilities of this position are:

·?????? To lead Ecoregional conservation initiatives for Polynesia Reefs ecoregion

·?????? Analysis and evaluation of local conservation and development initiatives

·?????? Management of Cook Islands Partnerships in Conservation Project office including its conservation, finance and administration program, as well as staff reporting to the Program.

·?????? Development, co-ordination and management of strategic and operational plans relevant to all aspects of the Project, ensuring effective monitoring and evaluation for efficiency and effectiveness

·?????? Contribute to the formulation of WWF policy and position papers on marine issues affecting conservation and sustainable development for priority Ecoregions in other Pacific Island countries;

·?????? Development and implementation of a sound fundraising and funds management plan to ensure adequate funds to support the Project.

·?????? Strengthening as well as widening relations with donors, government and civil society/non government organisations who support the Project

?

The requirements are:

<??????????? A graduate degree and preferably post-graduate qualifications in environmental management, development studies, economics or resource policy

<??????????? At least 2 years post-graduate field experience with a strong background in conservation in Cook Islands.

<??????????? At least 3-5 years senior management experience with proven leadership and interpersonal skills.

<??????????? Proven analytical and problem solving skills.

<??????????? Fluency in English and knowledge of a Cook Island language.? Competency in French would be a distinct advantage.

?

Sustainable Livelihoods (Poverty) and

Capacity Building Coordinator (Regional)?

?

Based in Suva, Fiji, the Sustainable Livelihoods (Poverty) and Capacity Building Coordinator will lead and coordinate an established multi-disciplinary conservation Program for WWF.

?

The main responsibilities of this position are:

·?????? To lead and coordinate the WWF South Pacific Capacity Building Framework Programme

·?????? To develop a framework and support WWF sustainable livelihood and community resource conservation programme in relation to Country, Ecoregional programmes in the Pacific.

·?????? Support work of current WWF projects in relation to sustainable livelihood and capacity building.

·?????? To provide project management support in project monitoring and evaluation.

?

The requirements are:

<??????????? A graduate degree and preferably post-graduate qualifications in environmental management, development studies, economics or resource policy is required.

<??????????? The incumbent must demonstrate excellent knowledge in the fields of capacity building, conservation and development, participatory development, sustainable livelihood.

<??????????? At least 3-5 years senior management experience with proven leadership and interpersonal skills.

<??????????? Proven analytical and problem solving skills.

<??????????? Fluency in English and knowledge of a local language

?

Additional requirements for both the positions include:

<??????????? High level of computer literacy is mandatory.

<??????????? Diplomatic skills and cultural sensitivity.

<??????????? A passion for nature.

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Interested candidates should please send a covering letter with their CV and names and contact of 3 referees to the Human Resources Manager at WWF South Pacific Programme, Private Mail Bag, Suva, Fiji by 28 February 2002. Email application to:? scokanasiga@.... is also accepted.? Terms of Reference for these positions can be obtained from the WWF website:? . All applications must clearly specify the vacancy being applied for.

PLEASE NOTE:

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provided free of charge. Unless otherwise indicated, ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC is
not and will not be involved in the selection process, nor in any of the
negotiations for the position, and will not claim any charges from the specialists.

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The vacancies are obtained from regional and international organisations,
magazines, newspapers and colleagues. Although we will do our best to relate
to you the details on the positions as they have been provided to us, it is
possible that some information may be incorrect. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC
advises those interested in a vacancy to contact the advertising
organisation directly for specific details on the position. ECO-CONSULT
PACIFIC will not accept any liability for incorrect information.

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Although we now have more than 900 email recipients for 'Pacific Vacancies',
your address will remain confidential.

?

Eco-Consult Pacific
PO Box 5406
Raiwaqa Post Office, SUVA
Fiji Islands
Tel./Fax.: (679) 322 607

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Dear Colleagues,

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Please find following Pacific Vacancies - Announcement No. 2002 / 31

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For those who intend to apply: Good luck!

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Wilco Liebregts

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Applications are invited from nationals of SPREP member countries and territories for the above position with the SPREP, located in Apia, Samoa.? The successful candidate will be responsible for the operation and management of 厂笔搁贰笔’蝉 Corporate Services.

SPREP is an Intergovernmental Organisation that assists Pacific Island countries and territories to protect and manage their environment to ensure they achieve sustainable development.? 厂笔搁贰笔’蝉 membership comprises 21 Pacific Island countries and territories, together with 4 developed countries (Australia, New Zealand, France and the United States of America).

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Responsibilities

The Business Support Manager will be responsible to the Director, through the Deputy Director, for the effective operation and management of 厂笔搁贰笔’蝉 corporate services.? In particular, the Business Support Manager will perform the following duties:

·?????? Manage the work of the Administration and Finance Sections;

·?????? Oversee the work of? 厂笔搁贰笔’蝉 Planning section;

·?????? Guide the development of the annual budget and auditing processes;

·?????? Advise the Director and Deputy Director relating to donor liaison for corporate financial matters; and

·?????? Form part of 厂笔搁贰笔’蝉 four-person Senior Management Team.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must be nationals of SPREP member countries and territories with the following competencies:

·?????? Business and Financial Management qualifications, preferably at post-graduate level;

·?????? Extensive high level experience in Corporate Management;

·?????? Excellent policy interpretation skills;

·?????? Leadership qualities with proven ability to guide and motivate? a?? large team of Finance and Administration? staff;

·?????? Good communication skills;

·?????? ?Sound understanding of Pacific island regional inter-governmental agency operations.

Appointment will be at the Senior Adviser Level of SPREP's authorised salary scale for professional staff.? The remuneration package includes a tax-free salary (for non-citizens of Samoa), home leave return airfares after eighteen months service, housing assistance, medical, child education assistance and other benefits.? The appointment will be for 3 years initially, with possible renewal for a further period, up to 6 years maximum.

Applications must include detailed CV with full contact details of three professional referees, addressed to the Director of SPREP, PO Box 240, Apia, Samoa.? Telephone (685) 21 929, Fax (685) 20 231, Email: sprep@....? Additional information with a full post description and conditions of appointment is available from the SPREP website: OR the Administration Officer direct at malama@....? Closing date:? 31 March 2002.

mh/staff/advertising/BSM1

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PLEASE NOTE:

ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC provides this vacancy announcement to those specialists
on our database who have provided us with an email address. The service is
provided free of charge. Unless otherwise indicated, ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC is
not and will not be involved in the selection process, nor in any of the
negotiations for the position, and will not claim any charges from the specialists.

?

The vacancies are obtained from regional and international organisations,
magazines, newspapers and colleagues. Although we will do our best to relate
to you the details on the positions as they have been provided to us, it is
possible that some information may be incorrect. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC
advises those interested in a vacancy to contact the advertising
organisation directly for specific details on the position. ECO-CONSULT
PACIFIC will not accept any liability for incorrect information.

?

Although we now have more than 900 email recipients for 'Pacific Vacancies',
your address will remain confidential.

?

?

Wilco Liebregts

Managing Director

Eco-Consult Pacific

PO Box 5406, Raiwaqa P.O.,

SUVA, Fiji Islands

Tel.: (679) 322 607 / 322 706;? Fax.: (679) 322 607

?

Dear Colleagues,

?

Please find following Pacific Vacancies - Announcement No. 2002 /

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For those who intend to apply: Good luck!

?

Wilco Liebregts

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DESTINATION :?? Representatives of Governments and Administrations Routine Distribution No.? :? 02/04??
??????? ??????? ??????? ???????
FILE :? ??????? DATE:?? 7 February 2002
??????? ??????? ??????? ???????
SUBJECT: ?????? RECRUITMENT OF WOMEN'S DEVELOPMENT OFFICER????? ??????? ???????

1.????? The Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC) invites applications for the position of Women's Development Officer. This is a three-year contract position. The closing date for applications will be 30 March 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.

??????? Director General

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Original text: English

SECRETARIAT OF THE PACIFIC COMMUNITY

DUTY STATEMENT

WOMEN'S DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

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 SPC vision into the 21^st century is one of a vibrant and dynamic bilingual regional technical organisation working in partnership with its members, other organisations and donors, and excelling in the coordination and delivery of priority work programmes to Pacific Island countries and territories. The Pacific Women's Bureau (PWB) of the SPC strives to ensure that SPC's vision is realised with actions that support gender equity and the advancement of women in the Pacific Community.

The PWB plays an important role in the delivery of the Secretariat's technical services to the island member countries of the Pacific Community in the areas of training and community education, monitoring and evaluation, and information and communication.

An independent review of the PWB was carried out in 2001. Most of the recommendations issued by the review were endorsed by the Eighth Conference of Pacific Women held in 狈辞耻尘é补 in September 2001. The PWB's work-programme will be guided by these recommendations.

The PWB is based in Noumea, New Caledonia, and is headed by the Women's Development Adviser who oversees a staff of three.

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Women's Development Officer will be responsible to the Women's Development Adviser for the following:

• Contribution to the development of the Bureau's three-year strategic plan based on the recommendations issued by the Eighth Conference of Pacific Women.
• Implementation of the following objectives which will be part of the Bureau's three year strategic plan:
• Development and implementation of training programmes on gender awareness,? marketing, management and administration skills,? for various target groups including francophone women.
• Advising and assisting member countries on request in the formulation, development and evaluation of women's programmes and projects;
• Liaising with and providing information to women's organisations, and counterparts in Government and NGOs, especially in relation to gender and development issues;
• Assisting with the maintenance of a register of skilled Pacific women, and collection of data on women's activities;
• Working co-operatively with other SPC staff on projects concerning women;
• preparing articles, papers and educational material within the scope of the organisation's work-programme for publication, as approved by the Director General;
• Performing other duties as required by the Executive.
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Applicants for this post should possess a university degree or tertiary qualifications plus practical experience in women's programmes and problem solving.

The successful applicant should have all, or most, of the following:

• Proven experience in community development
• Proven experience in design and implementation of non-formal training;
• Proven experience and knowledge in GAD/WID and CEDAW;
• Proven experience in implementation in and evaluation of women's programmes
• Networking skills (knowledge in developing and maintaining);
• Proven experience in project management
• Proven experience in organising regional meetings, conferences, workshops
• Pacific island knowledge and in-country experience;
  
  

SALARY AND ALLOWANCE

The starting salary will depend on experience and qualifications in the salary range: SDR 2,534 - 3,379 per month (which is equivalent to CFP426903 - 569260 francs per month at the prevailing reference exchange rate of 1 SDR = CFP 168.47 francs) in Grade I of the SPC Staff Classification and Salary Plan for Professional Staff based in Noumea, New Caledonia. 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 = 138 francs CFP.

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TENURE

The appointment will be for a period of three years in the first instance, subject to a one-year probationary period. The contract may be renewed for a further three years subject to performance and continued funding availability.

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DUTY STATION

Noumea, New Caledonia

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ACCOMMODATION

An SPC-owned house or flat will be made available, based on the following deductions from salary:

??????? 2 bedrooms????? -?????? 11.5%
??????? 3 bedrooms????? -?????? 12.5%
??????? 4 bedrooms????? -?????? 15.0%

Housing is expensive in Noumea and, despite these standard salary deductions, the cost of housing is heavily subsidised.

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LEAVE

Leave will accrue at the rate of 25 working days per annum of active duty.

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SICK LEAVE

Thirty working days per annum.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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COMPUTING ENVIRONMENT

SPC has a standardised computing environment based on Microsoft Office running under Microsoft Windows.

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SMOKE-FREE ENVIRONMENT

Smoking is not permitted in the work place.

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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.

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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 30 March 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 .

PLEASE NOTE:

ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC provides this vacancy announcement to those specialists
on our database who have provided us with an email address. The service is
provided free of charge. Unless otherwise indicated, ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC is
not and will not be involved in the selection process, nor in any of the
negotiations for the position, and will not claim any charges from the specialists.

?

The vacancies are obtained from regional and international organisations,
magazines, newspapers and colleagues. Although we will do our best to relate
to you the details on the positions as they have been provided to us, it is
possible that some information may be incorrect. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC
advises those interested in a vacancy to contact the advertising
organisation directly for specific details on the position. ECO-CONSULT
PACIFIC will not accept any liability for incorrect information.

?

Although we now have more than 900 email recipients for 'Pacific Vacancies',
your address will remain confidential.

?

?

Wilco Liebregts

Managing Director

Eco-Consult Pacific

PO Box 5406, Raiwaqa P.O.,

SUVA, Fiji Islands

Tel.: (679) 322 607 / 322 706;? Fax.: (679) 322 607

?

Dear Colleagues,

?

Please find following Pacific Vacancies - Announcement No. 2002 / 29

?

For those who intend to apply: Good luck!

?

Wilco Liebregts

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DESTINATION :?? Representatives of Governments and Administrations Routine Distribution No.? :? 02/03??
??????? ??????? ??????? ???????
FILE :? ??????? DATE:?? 7 February 2002
??????? ??????? ??????? ???????
SUBJECT: ?????? STATISTICAL RESEARCH OFFICER (a designated Pacific Islander position)?? ??????? ???????

1. The Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC) invites applications for the position of Statistical Research Officer. This is a one-year contract position and it is desirable that an appointment be made as soon as possible. Closing date for applications will be 30 March 2002.
2. I would be grateful if Governments and Administrations would advertise this post as widely as possible 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.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Lourdes Pangelinan

??????? ??????? ??????? ??????? ??????? ??????? ??????? ??????? ??????? ?? Director General

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SECRETARIAT OF THE PACIFIC COMMUNITY

DUTY STATEMENT

STATISTICAL RESEARCH OFFICER

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The Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC) is a technical advice, assistance, training and research agency serving 22 Pacific Island countries and territories of Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia.? SPC currently has more than 200 staff members and is a bilingual organisation, with English and French as its official working languages.

The Statistics Programme is part of the Socio-Economic Division. It provides a wide range of statistical training and technical advice throughout the region, as well as maintaining socio-economic profiles of member countries and territories.

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POSITION

This will be a position for a Pacific Islander who has worked widely with official statistics, almost certainly in a national statistical agency, and who sees the development of their statistical skills as an integral part of their future career. The position will be based at the SPC headquarters in 狈辞耻尘é补, New Caledonia, and will involve working closely with all members of the Statistics Programme. The position may require duty travel to at least one SPC member country or territory during the contract period.

At contract end, the SRO will have an improved appreciation of a wide range of official statistical measures, including the associated concepts and methods as well as their limitations. These skills will be enhanced by experience with a range of relevant computer applications, including Internet applications for disseminating data. The primary aim of this position is to develop the official statistical skills of the successful applicant in such a way that he or she will be able to apply them effectively on return to their home country or territory, and to transfer those skills to others working within the national statistical systems.

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful applicant will:

• work with Statistics Programme staff providing technical advice to member countries and territories, and undertake practical research aimed at relating that advice and associated developments to their own national statistical system
• actively assist programme staff in reviewing and developing statistical training materials, with particular emphasis on ensuring that materials and examples used in training activities are relevant to Pacific Island conditions
• act as a co-trainer for at least one in-country statistical training course
• play a lead role in liaising with national statistical agencies to improve the timeliness of socio-economic data maintained by the programme, including the maintenance and development of SPESS tables on the SPC's Internet website
• other tasks as directed by the Statistician

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Very Important

• good appreciation of a wide range of official statistics, particularly in terms of the underlying data sources, methods and concepts
• demonstrated commitment to utilising experience and statistical skills for the development of official statistical systems in a Pacific Island Country or Territory
• relevant academic qualifications in related disciplines eg, statistics and/or economics and/or demography
• citizen of an SPC Pacific Island Country or Territory

Important

• Experience in the effective use of Microsoft Office products.
• Given the profile of SPC Pacific Island Countries and Territories, candidates will need to have a very good command of English. A good working knowledge of French in addition to proficiency in English would be highly regarded.

SALARY AND ALLOWANCE

The salary for this position will be SDR 2,534 per month (which is equivalent to CFP 426,903 francs per month at the prevailing exchange rate of 1 SDR = CFP 168.47 francs) in Grade I of the SPC Staff Classification and Salary Plan for Professional Staff based in Noumea, New Caledonia. 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 = 138 francs CFP.

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TENURE

The appointment will be for a period of one year.

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DUTY STATION

Noumea, New Caledonia.

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ACCOMMODATION

An SPC-owned house or flat will be made available, based on the following deductions from? salary:

??????? 2 bedrooms - ?? 11.5%
??????? 3 bedrooms ???? 12.5%
??????? 4 bedrooms ???? 15%

Housing is expensive in Noumea and, despite these standard salary deductions, the cost of housing is heavily subsidised.

LEAVE

Leave will accrue at the rate of 25 working days per year of active duty service.

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SICK LEAVE

Thirty working days per annum.

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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.

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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.

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FARES AND REMOVAL EXPENSES

For an appointee recruited outside New Caledonia, air fares by the most direct/and or economic 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.

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COMPUTING ENVIRONMENT

SPC has a standardised computing environment based on Microsoft Office running under Microsoft Windows.

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SMOKE-FREE ENVIRONMENT

Smoking is not permitted in the workplace.

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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.

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ADDRESS

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Applications should be addressed to the Director General, Secretariat of the Pacific Community, P.O. Box D5, Noumea Cedex, New Caledonia, to arrive by 30 March 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 .

If interested candidates have any queries which have not been resolved by the information provided above, please contact Garth Parry, SPC Statistician, by phone at (687) 260145 or by email to GarthP@...

PLEASE NOTE:

ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC provides this vacancy announcement to those specialists
on our database who have provided us with an email address. The service is
provided free of charge. Unless otherwise indicated, ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC is
not and will not be involved in the selection process, nor in any of the
negotiations for the position, and will not claim any charges from the specialists.

?

The vacancies are obtained from regional and international organisations,
magazines, newspapers and colleagues. Although we will do our best to relate
to you the details on the positions as they have been provided to us, it is
possible that some information may be incorrect. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC
advises those interested in a vacancy to contact the advertising
organisation directly for specific details on the position. ECO-CONSULT
PACIFIC will not accept any liability for incorrect information.

?

Although we now have more than 900 email recipients for 'Pacific Vacancies',
your address will remain confidential.

?

Eco-Consult Pacific
PO Box 5406
Raiwaqa Post Office, SUVA
Fiji Islands
Tel./Fax.: (679) 322 607

?

?

Dear Colleagues,

?

Please find following Pacific Vacancies - Announcement No. 2002 / 23

?

For those who intend to apply: Good luck!

?

Wilco Liebregts

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TO:????? Representatives of Governments and Administrations??????????? Routine Distribution???? No.:??? 02/02??
??????? ??????? ??????? ???????
FILE:??? STF 5/14/4/1?? DATE:?? 1 February 2002

SUBJECT: ?????? RECRUITMENT OF DEPUTY TEAM LEADER - PACIFIC ACTION

FOR HEALTH PROJECT

1. The Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC) invites applications for the position of Deputy Team Leader - Pacific Action for Health Project. This is a two-year and two months contract position and it is desirable that an appointment be made as soon as possible.

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.

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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.

???????

??????? ??????? ??????? ??????? ??????? ??????? ??????? ???????
??????? ??????? ??????? ??????? ??????? ??????? ??????? ??????? ??????? Lourdes T. Pangelinan
??????? ??????? ??????? ??????? ??????? ??????? ??????? ??????? ??????? ????? Director General

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Original text : English

SPC/Recruitment Notice No. 02/02

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SECRETARIAT OF THE PACIFIC COMMUNITY

DUTY STATEMENT

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DEPUTY TEAM LEADER - PACIFIC ACTION FOR HEALTH PROJECT

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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.

SPC is currently seeking a Deputy Team Leader for the Pacific Action for Health Project, which the Government of Australia has agreed to fund through the Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID). The purpose of the project is "to create an environment conducive to health by increasing the capacity of Pacific Island Countries to address non-communicable diseases (NCDs) risk factors". This project will implement a series of national activities in four Pacific Island countries, targeting young people and addressing priority NCD risk factors. In addition, the project will undertake a number of regional activities, drawing on the strengths of other organisations active in the health sector in the region. A characteristic feature of the project is its multi-disciplinary approach.

The project team will comprise of six long-term staff: the Team Leader, the Deputy Team Leader and four Project Co-ordinators in the target countries. The team will be assisted by short-term inputs from outside consultants as well as existing SPC staff. The project has a budget of A$ 3.75 million over four years.

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General description of the position

The Deputy Team Leader will support the Team Leader and the Project Coordinators to achieve the project goal and objectives within budget and planned timeframes. Key responsibilities will include the provision of expert inputs on NCD issues and support for the planning, implementation, evaluation, and monitoring of in-country project components. The incumbent will work in close liaison with the Project Co-ordinators in each country, assisting in identification and implementation of project priorities relevant to the needs of the country.? The DTL will work in partnership with the national counterparts in each country, ensuring that implementation of project objectives is consistent with national needs.? He/she will ensure that the project is focused upon its broad objectives in addressing NCDs from a integrated health promotion perspective, while assisting the TL to develop and maintain links and ongoing support in both the technical aspects of NCD's and the effective development, implementation and monitoring of the project with the Project Co-ordinators.

SPC/Recruitment Notice No. 02/02
Page 2

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Detail statement of duties

• Support the Team Leader and the Project Co-ordinators to achieve the project goal and objectives within budget and planned timeframes.
• Assist in the establishment of project initiatives and priorities within each country.
• Determine the nature and timing of technical assistance inputs, in accordance with the specific needs of the host countries.
• Assist in the identification of target groups, and entry points into these target groups.
• Ensure that project activities are implemented within the framework and principles of the project design.
• Provide support to the Project Co-ordinators.
• Assist the National Counterparts with the preparation for review meetings and reports on project achievements.
• Facilitate intersectoral communication at national level (through Multi-sectoral Working Groups).
• Assist the Project Co-ordinator within the host NGO identify the opportunities within the community to promote the project approach, and seek appropriate mechanisms to achieve the stated objectives.
• Assist in the identification of training needs at community and national levels, and within project personnel.
• To work with the Team Leader to provide additional technical expertise on NCDs and the development of effective monitoring and surveillance systems.

Selection Criteria - Essential

• University degree (preferably in public health, health promotion and/or community development).
• Extensive experience in Non Communicable Diseases (NCD's) ( 5 years minimum), preferably with experience in the development of an integrated Health Promotion approach to achieving health outcomes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated capacity to plan, manage, implement, and monitor public health/community development/health promotion projects.
• Capacity to supervise and mentor counterpart and subordinate staff.
• Familiarity with monitoring and evaluation techniques including some involvement in applied research.
• Demonstrated ability to be adaptable and sensitive to working in diverse social, cultural and economic environments, preferably in the Pacific region.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Highly Desirable

• Familiarity with Pacific region and/or in developing countries
• Experience in developing and delivering training programs for Government and NGO counterparts.

SPC/Recruitment Notice No. 02/02
Page 3

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SALARY AND ALLOWANCE

The starting salary will depend on experience and qualifications in the salary range: SDR 3,123 - 4,076 per month (which is equivalent to CFP 519,948 - 678,613 francs per month at the prevailing reference exchange rate of 1 SDR = CFP 166.49 francs) in Grade J of the SPC Staff Classification and Salary Plan for Professional Staff based in Noumea, New Caledonia. 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 = 138 francs CFP.

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TENURE

The appointment will be for a period of two years and two months, subject to a one-year probationary period. The contract may be renewed for a further three years subject to performance and continued funding availability.

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DUTY STATION

Noumea, New Caledonia.

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ACCOMMODATION

An SPC-owned house or flat will be made available, based on the following deductions from basic salary:

??????? 2 bedrooms????? -?????? 11.5%
??????? 3 bedrooms????? -?????? 12.5%
??????? 4 bedrooms????? -?????? 15.0%

Housing is expensive in Noumea and, despite these standard salary deductions, the cost of housing is heavily subsidised.

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LEAVE

Leave will accrue at the rate of 25 working days per annum of active duty.

SICK LEAVE

Thirty working days per annum.

SPC/Recruitment Notice No. 02/02
Page 4

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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. Noumea-based staff contribute eight per cent of basic 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 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.

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SPC/Recruitment Notice No. 02/02
Page 5

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 15 march 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 considered a substitute for confidential referee's reports, which will be commissioned directly by SPC.

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Applications may alternatively, or additionally, be submitted by email to spc@..., preferably in plain text or Rich Text Format (RTF).

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Eco-Consult Pacific
PO Box 5406
Raiwaqa Post Office, SUVA
Fiji Islands
Tel./Fax.: (679) 322 607

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Dear Colleagues,

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Please find following Pacific Vacancies - Announcement No. 2002 / 22

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For those who intend to apply: Good luck!

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Wilco Liebregts

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Nominations are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the above position.? The Director of SPREP is the Head of the Secretariat, based in Apia, Samoa, and responsible for 72 staff.? SPREP works on behalf of its twenty-five Member countries and territories to promote cooperation in the Pacific Islands region, provide assistance in order to protect the region’s environment and to ensure sustainable development for present and future generations.? It achieves this through an Action Plan which sets the 辞谤驳补苍颈蝉补迟颈辞苍’蝉 strategies and objectives and which, inter alia, requires? SPREP to:

·??? coordinate regional activities addressing the environment;

·??? monitor and assess the state of the environment in the region including the impacts of human activities on the ecosystems of the region and encourage development undertaken to be directed towards maintaining or enhancing environmental qualities;

·??? develop programmes to protect atmosphere and terrestrial, freshwater, coastal and marine ecosystems and species, while ensuring ecologically sustainable utilisation of resources;

·??? reduce through prevention/management, atmospheric, land-based, freshwater and marine pollution;

·??? strengthen national and regional capabilities and institutional arrangements;

·??? increase and improve training, educational and public awareness activities; and

·??? promote integrated legal, planning and management mechanisms.

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The Directorship of SPREP is a senior regional position with diplomatic status, calling for proven qualities of diplomacy, vision, leadership and management skills.? Candidates must demonstrate interest in the environment of the Pacific Islands region with at least ten years’ substantial experience in a comparable field and ability to lead a multi-disciplinary and multi-national team.? High-level experience in dealing with regional, extra-regional governments and institutions and negotiating with development partners is essential.? Relevant tertiary qualifications are required, preferably at post-graduate level.? Remuneration package includes a tax-free salary (for non-citizens of Samoa), housing, medical, education and other benefits.? Appointment will be for three years initially with the possibility of a further three years.? Maximum duration of appointment is six years.? Candidates must be nationals of, and nominated by, a SPREP Member government or administration.*? Nominations should include curricula vitae giving full personal details, information on qualifications and experience, previous and current appointments with salaries, names, addresses and contact numbers of three professional referees.? A letter of endorsement by the applicant’s government is essential.