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Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/413-414

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Laboratory Technician – Germplasm Health x2?

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·?????? Attractive local package

·?????? Friendly and supportive team environment

·?????? Join the principal development organisation in the region

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The Pacific Community?(SPC) invites applications for the position of?Laboratory Technician – Germplasm Health x2?within its Land Resources Division. This position will be located at its regional office in Suva, Fiji.

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Description

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The?Pacific Community (SPC)?is the principal scientific and technical organisation in the Pacific region, supporting development since 1947. We are an international development organisation owned and governed by our 27 country and territory members. In pursuit of sustainable development to benefit Pacific people, our organisation works across more than 25 sectors. We are known for our knowledge and innovation in such areas as fisheries science, public health surveillance, geoscience, and conservation of plant genetic resources for food and agriculture.

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The?Land Resources Division (LRD)?provides effective expert scientific advice, capacity building and services on conservation, development and utilization of plant genetic resources, forest and landscape management, resilient agricultural systems, diversification of livelihood strategies and access to markets to maintain ecosystem services and improve land productivity and the food, nutrition security and resilience of Pacific communities. LRD has expertise in genetic resource conservation, resilient agriculture, biosecurity, pest and disease management, agricultural extension, plant pathology, entomology and animal health. It collaborates with governments, regional organisations, civil society and other SPC divisions to pinpoint the needs and priorities of Pacific countries and communities and provide technical expertise to address them. This mission is realized through four main thematic work areas, or pillars, and a progressively integrated approach to programming that works towards achieving SPC’s development goals.

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The role?–?Laboratory Technician – Germplasm Health (x2)?will assist the Associate Scientist – Germplasm Health with the functions of the CePaCT’s Molecular Lab and Germplasm Health Unit (GHU) in order to meet a number of key outputs as per recommendations of the Crop Trust Review team which the new CePaCT Business Plan also supports.?The position will assist with activities related to germplasm health unit and the molecular facilities to ensure that international standards are maintained.

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The key responsibilities of the role include:

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Virus indexing

??????Conduct virus indexing of CePaCT crop accessions as allocated by the Associate Scientist – Germplasm Health.

??????Conduct multiplication of clean virus tested crop accessions.

??????Ensure labelling of CePaCT accessions with the correct health status.

??????Maintain and update health testing record book and online databases as required by the Associate Scientist – Germplasm Health.

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Virus sanitation?

??????Carry out virus sanitation research as directed by the Associate Scientist – Germplasm Health.

??????Perform a virus clean up on infected materials.

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DNA fingerprinting

??????Build numbers for the crop accessions for DNA fingerprinting.

??????Extract DNA from the allocated accessions for DNA fingerprinting.

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Support the efficient and effective functions of CePaCT

??????Assist with the conservation and distribution of CePaCT crops upon request.

??????Monitor virus indexing crops in the PEQ.

??????Assist in the sourcing of equipment’s and consumables.

??????Assist in the upkeep of overall CePaCT lab hygiene.

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For a more detailed account of the key responsibilities, please?refer to the online job description.

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Key selection criteria

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Qualifications

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·??????A diploma in science.????????????????

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Technical expertise

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·??????At least 3 years of work experience in a similar setting.

·??????A working knowledge of viruses infecting tropical crops and diagnostics.

·??????Good working knowledge of biotechnology lab and equipment.

·??????Ability to design and implement experiments.

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Language skills

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????????Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).

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Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

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·??????Ability to work in a multicultural, inclusive and equitable environment.

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Salary, terms and conditions

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Contract Duration?–?3 years?–?subject to renewal depending on funding and performance.

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Remuneration?–?罢丑别?Laboratory Technician – Germplasm Health?is a?band 6 position in SPC’s 2024 salary scale, with a commencing taxable salary range of FJD 1,892-2,365 per month, plus local staff benefits.?An offer of appointment for an initial contract will normally be made in the lower half of this range, with due consideration given to experience and qualifications.?Progression within the salary scale will be based on annual performance reviews.

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Recruitment principles?–?SPC’s recruitment is based on merit and fairness, and candidates are competing in a selection process that is fair, transparent and non-discriminatory. SPC is an?equal-opportunity employer, and is committed to cultural and gender diversity, including bilingualism, and will seek to attract and appoint candidates who respect these values. Due attention is given to gender equity and the maintenance of strong representation from Pacific Island professionals. If two interviewed candidates are ranked equal by the selection panel, preference will be given to the?Pacific Islander.

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Applicants will be assured of complete confidentiality in line with SPC’s Privacy Policy.

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Application procedure

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Closing Date – 29 September 2024 at 11:59pm (Fiji time)

Job Reference: JM000735

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Applicants must apply online at?

Hard copies of applications will not be accepted.

For your application to be considered, you must provide us with:

·????an updated resume with contact details for three professional referees

·????a cover letter detailing your skills, experience and interest in this position

·????responses to all screening questions

Your application will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed at shortlisting stage if all the above documents are not provided. Applicants should not attach copies of qualifications or letters of reference. Please ensure your documents are in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.

Only Fijian citizens are eligible to apply for this role.

SPC does not charge a fee to consider your application and will never ask for your banking or financial information during the recruitment process.

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Screening Questions (maximum of 2,000 characters per question):

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1.????????Describe some of the functions of a germplasm health unit and its role in an international genebank, given the nature of Small Island Development States (SIDS) and the crops kept at the Centre for Pacific Crop trees.

2.????????Explain why it is important to have a germplasm health unit associated with a genebank that distributes crops, especially in the Pacific.

3.????????What are the main pathogens that need to be tested for in clonally propagated crops?

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PLEASE NOTE:

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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 and who have voluntarily subscribed. 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?organizations, 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 or outdated. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC advises those interested in a vacancy to contact the advertising organization directly for specific details on the position. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC will not accept any liability for incorrect information.

Although we have many email recipients for 'Pacific Vacancies', your address will remain confidential. If you do not want to receive the vacancy announcements anymore, please send a blank email to:

[email protected]

Of course, you can always join again later, by sending a blank email message to:?[email protected]

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Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/412

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Projects Officer

Fisheries, Aquaculture and Marine Ecosystems (FAME) Division

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? Noumea-based position

? Attractive expatriate package

? Join the principal development organisation in the region

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The Pacific Community (SPC) is the principal scientific and technical organisation in the Pacific region, supporting development since 1947. We are an international development organisation owned and governed by our 27 country and territory members. In pursuit of sustainable development to benefit Pacific people, our unique organisation works across more than 25 sectors. We are known for our knowledge and innovation in such areas as fisheries science, public health surveillance, geoscience, and conservation of plant genetic resources for food and agriculture.

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The Fisheries, Aquaculture and Marine Ecosystems (FAME) Division is one of SPC’s oldest Divisions and it has been providing scientific and technical expertise to support fisheries management and sustainable development in the Pacific for over 60 years. FAME’s goal is that fisheries resources of the Pacific region are sustainably managed for economic growth, food security and environmental conservation. FAME includes the Oceanic Fisheries Programme (OFP) and Coastal Fisheries Programme (CFP). OFP is the region’s centre for oceanic fisheries science and information, providing essential data collection, data management and modelling and analysis services to the Pacific. CFP provides science and technical support to PICTs to enhance the management of coastal fisheries, and the sustainable development of aquaculture and nearshore livelihoods across the region. The work of OFP and CFP are supported by the FAME Director’s Office, which includes the Information Section, communications, and monitoring, evaluation and learning.

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The role – the Projects Officer will provide support to the MFAT Funded Sustainable Pacific Fisheries Program and Pacific Fisheries Leadership Programme 2 with budget preparation, financial monitoring and reporting, audit compliance, procurement and grants and efficient administration through the Division’s central Finance team.

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The key responsibilities of the role include the following:

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Support budget preparation, monitoring, and financial reporting

??????? Support the SPF team in monitoring the overall project budget and forecasts.

??????? Provide well informed advice to implementing partners on budget execution rates and outlining challenges and solutions.

??????? Support the Finance Team Leader in the preparation of timely multi-purpose project financial reports for SPC, donor, and any external project committee. ?

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Project reporting, audit, and compliance

??????? Facilitate all preparations for any project audit and support any external review or evaluation on financial and grant matters.

??????? Develop a robust and systematic electronic filing system covering all financial, procurement, and grant documents.?

??????? Ensure all aspects of a project’s financial information are accurately captured in the SPC financial system, with any discrepancies corrected.

??????? Contribute to the division’s risk management processes.

??????? Work closely with other divisional finance and procurement officers to provide training and capacity building to division staff on finance policies and processes.

??????? Monitor project cash receipts, income, and expenditure.

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Procurement Services

??????? Prepare all requests for proposals, requests for quotations and expressions of interest in line with SPC and donor requirements.

??????? Provide accurate advice and information to supervisors and staff on the different requirements of procurement and grants.

??????? Monitor all risks associated with procurement activities.

??????? Facilitate the preparation and monitoring of the project’s annual procurement plan.

??????? Monitor all procurement and grants actions using key databases and workflows.

??????? Prepare grant requests and associated requirements for the Procurement Committee vetting process.

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Overall administrative support

??????? Facilitate all administration relating to staff travel, meetings, trainings, and field exercises.

??????? Ensure that all financial acquittals are provided on a timely basis and support documentation is sufficient and adequate.

??????? Ensure that all project finance documentation is well prepared and stored in readily available mediums in line with audit standards.

??????? Liaise directly with PICTS and other stakeholders on project administration issues, country specific financial policies and financial reporting matters.

??????? Provide training to project stakeholders and grantees where required in SPC financial management policies and requirements.

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For a more detailed account of the key responsibilities, please refer to the online job description.

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Qualifications

??????? A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, project management or business administration.

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Technical expertise

??????? At least 7 years of demonstrated professional experience and competence in project operations / administration and/or finance.

??????? Experience in financial reporting, compliance, and business processes for projects funded.

??????? Demonstrated experience in managing procurement and grant processes.

??????? Experience in preparation of budgets, financial reporting and monitoring of budget and cash flows.

??????? Analytical ability and demonstrated ability to achieve efficiencies with attention to detail.

??????? Strong understanding and experience in use of computerized financial management information systems, preferably Navision.

??????? Ability to foster healthy relationships with vendors and suppliers.

??????? Dealing with different reporting requirements in multi-currency -donor projects.

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Language skills

??????? Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills in English.

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Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

??????? Knowledge of Pacific Island countries and territories is an advantage.

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Contract Duration – This vacant position is budgeted for 3 years and is subject to renewal depending on funding and performance.

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Remuneration – the Projects Officer is a Band 9 position in SPC’s 2024 salary scale, with a starting salary range of 3,209–3,915 SDR (special drawing rights) per month, which currently converts to approximately XPF 474,675–579,141 (USD 4,268–5,207; EUR 3,978–4,853). An offer of appointment for an initial contract will be made in the lower half of this range, with due consideration being given to experience and qualifications. Progression within the salary scale will be based on annual performance reviews. SPC salaries are not presently subject to income tax in New Caledonia.

Benefits for international staff employees based in New Caledonia – SPC provides subsidised housing in Noumea. Establishment and repatriation grant, removal expenses, airfares, home leave travel, health and life and disability insurances and education allowances are available for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Employees are entitled to 25 working days of annual leave per annum and other types of leave, and access to SPC’s Provident Fund (contributing 8% of salary, to which SPC adds a 10% contribution).

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Languages – SPC’s working languages are English and French.

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Recruitment principles – SPC’s recruitment is based on merit and fairness, and candidates are competing in a selection process that is fair, transparent and non-discriminatory. SPC is an equal-opportunity employer, and is committed to cultural and gender diversity, including bilinguism, and will seek to attract and appoint candidates who respect these values. Due attention is given to gender equity and the maintenance of strong representation from Pacific Island professionals.? If two interviewed candidates are ranked equal by the selection panel, preference will begiven to the Pacific Islander. Applicants will be assured of complete confidentiality in line with SPC’s private policy.

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Closing date:?13 October 2024 – 11:00 pm (Noumea time)

Job Reference:?CR000281

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Applicants must apply online at

Hard copies of applications will not be accepted.

For your application to be considered, you must provide us with:

·???? an updated resume with contact details for three professional referees

·???? a cover letter detailing your skills, experience and interest in this position

·???? responses to all screening questions

Your application will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed at shortlisting stage if all the above documents are not provided. Applicants should not attach copies of qualifications or letters of reference.

Please ensure your documents are in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.

SPC does not charge a fee to consider your application and will never ask for your banking or financial information during the recruitment process.

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Screening questions (maximum of 2.000 characters per question):

1.??????? Describe your experience in managing project budgets, including budget preparation, monitoring, and financial reporting.

2.??????? Can you share your experience in handling procurement processes, from preparing requests for proposals to managing vendor relationships?

3.??????? Please provide examples of how you have facilitated administrative tasks such as travel arrangements, meeting coordination, and financial acquittals in your previous roles. How do you ensure accuracy and timeliness in your administrative work?

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PLEASE NOTE:

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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 and who have voluntarily subscribed. 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?organizations, 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 or outdated. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC advises those interested in a vacancy to contact the advertising organization directly for specific details on the position. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC will not accept any liability for incorrect information.

Although we have many email recipients for 'Pacific Vacancies', your address will remain confidential. If you do not want to receive the vacancy announcements anymore, please send a blank email to:

[email protected]

Of course, you can always join again later, by sending a blank email message to:?[email protected]

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Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/410-411

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Technician – Genebank (In-Vitro) x2?

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·???????? Attractive local package

·???????? Friendly and supportive team environment

·???????? Join the principal development organisation in the region

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The Pacific Community?(SPC) invites applications for the position of?Technician – Genebank (In-Vitro) x2?within its Land Resources Division. This position will be located at its regional office in Suva, Fiji.

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Description

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The?Pacific Community (SPC)?is the principal scientific and technical organisation in the Pacific region, supporting development since 1947. We are an international development organisation owned and governed by our 27 country and territory members. In pursuit of sustainable development to benefit Pacific people, our organisation works across more than 25 sectors. We are known for our knowledge and innovation in such areas as fisheries science, public health surveillance, geoscience, and conservation of plant genetic resources for food and agriculture.

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The?Land Resources Division (LRD)?provides effective expert scientific advice, capacity building and services on conservation, development and utilization of plant genetic resources, forest and landscape management, resilient agricultural systems, diversification of livelihood strategies and access to markets to maintain ecosystem services and improve land productivity and the food, nutrition security and resilience of Pacific communities. LRD has expertise in genetic resource conservation, resilient agriculture, biosecurity, pest and disease management, agricultural extension, plant pathology, entomology and animal health. It collaborates with governments, regional organisations, civil society and other SPC divisions to pinpoint the needs and priorities of Pacific countries and communities and provide technical expertise to address them. This mission is realized through four main thematic work areas, or pillars, and a progressively integrated approach to programming that works towards achieving SPC’s development goals.

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The role?–?Technician – Genebank (In-Vitro)?is?responsible for maintaining the crop and tree collections in the Centre for Pacific Crops and Trees (CePaCT) genebank ensuring it is readily available for distribution to both international and regional requestors. Additionally, the role will provide essential support for priority research to enhance the genebank activities.

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The key responsibilities of the role include:

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Effective and efficient conservation and distribution of CePaCT crop and tree collections

??????Carry out all relevant operations and procedures as per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in place to ensure the efficient and effective establishment and maintenance (conservation) of CePaCT collections.

??????Regular monitoring and mass propagation of germplasm distribution stocks to meet requests from partners and collaborators.

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Support with the implementation of research activities?

??????Assist the senior technicians in the implementation of research activities.

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Carry out routine laboratory operations

??????Ensure all laboratory procedures are carried out including no compromise to proper hygiene and safety of the facilities.

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Program support and other duties

??????Actively participate and contribute to related administrative activities of the CePaCT Genebank team.

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For a more detailed account of the key responsibilities, please?refer to the online job description.

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Key selection criteria

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Qualifications

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·??????A tertiary diploma in biological science (biology, biochemistry, agriculture) and or relevant laboratory qualification.

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Technical expertise

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·??????A minimum 2 years of relevant experience.

·??????Knowledge and skills on plant tissue culture technology and laboratory sterile procedures.

·??????Sound knowledge and experience on the propagation methods for selected samples, pests, diseases, etc.

·??????Working knowledge of laboratory data analysis software.

·??????Self-motivated, disciplined, and able to work effectively (individually and within a team environment).

·??????Good attention to detail and excellent computer skills.

·??????Be able to develop new ideas and provide a solution to problems.

·??????Willingness to work outside of normal working hours to meet deadlines with good ability to handle workloads when required.

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Language skills

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????????Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).

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Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

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·??????Ability to work in a multicultural, inclusive and equitable environment.

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Salary, terms and conditions

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Contract Duration?–?Until 31 December 2027?–?subject to renewal depending on funding and performance.

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Remuneration?–?罢丑别?Technician – Genebank (In-Vitro)?is a?band 6 position in SPC’s 2024 salary scale, with a commencing taxable salary range of FJD 1,892-2,365 per month, plus local staff benefits.?An offer of appointment for an initial contract will normally be made in the lower half of this range, with due consideration given to experience and qualifications.?Progression within the salary scale will be based on annual performance reviews.

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Recruitment principles?–?SPC’s recruitment is based on merit and fairness, and candidates are competing in a selection process that is fair, transparent and non-discriminatory. SPC is an?equal-opportunity employer, and is committed to cultural and gender diversity, including bilingualism, and will seek to attract and appoint candidates who respect these values. Due attention is given to gender equity and the maintenance of strong representation from Pacific Island professionals. If two interviewed candidates are ranked equal by the selection panel, preference will be given to the?Pacific Islander.

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Applicants will be assured of complete confidentiality in line with SPC’s Privacy Policy.

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Application procedure

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Closing Date – 29 September 2024 at 11:59pm (Fiji time)

Job Reference: JM000734

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Applicants must apply online at?

Hard copies of applications will not be accepted.

For your application to be considered, you must provide us with:

·????an updated resume with contact details for three professional referees

·????a cover letter detailing your skills, experience and interest in this position

·????responses to all screening questions

Your application will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed at shortlisting stage if all the above documents are not provided. Applicants should not attach copies of qualifications or letters of reference. Please ensure your documents are in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.

Only Fijian citizens are eligible to apply for this role.

SPC does not charge a fee to consider your application and will never ask for your banking or financial information during the recruitment process.

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Screening Questions (maximum of 2,000 characters per question):

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1.????????What do you think makes you the best candidate for this position?

2.????????What are some of the key areas you think are important to make the plant tissue culture process successful both for crop distributions and for maintenance/conservation?

3.??? Why do you think it’s important for Pacific crops to be successfully conserved?

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PLEASE NOTE:

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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 and who have voluntarily subscribed. 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?organizations, 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 or outdated. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC advises those interested in a vacancy to contact the advertising organization directly for specific details on the position. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC will not accept any liability for incorrect information.

Although we have many email recipients for 'Pacific Vacancies', your address will remain confidential. If you do not want to receive the vacancy announcements anymore, please send a blank email to:

[email protected]

Of course, you can always join again later, by sending a blank email message to:?[email protected]

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Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/408

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Climate Finance Adviser

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???? Noumea-based position (Fiji)

???? Attractive expatriate package

???? Join the principal development organisation in the region

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The Pacific Community (SPC) is the principal scientific and technical organisation in the Pacific region, supporting development since 1947. We are an international development organisation owned and governed by our 27 country and territory members. In pursuit of sustainable development to benefit Pacific people, our unique organisation works across more than 25 sectors. We are known for our knowledge and innovation in such areas as fisheries science, public health surveillance, geoscience, and conservation of plant genetic resources for food and agriculture.

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The Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability Programme (CCES) was established to enable SPC to strengthen and streamline its actions on climate change by bringing together work already undertaken by the organisation under a coherent strategic and technical leadership. In addition, it leads the actions of SPC on climate change and environmental sustainability, works with the Organisation’s regional and international partners and promotes the integration of these issues into all development activities conducted by the Organisation’s divisions.

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The role – the Climate Finance Adviser will coordinate implementation of CFU-led climate change projects and provide technical guidance, awareness and training on operations, requirements and development processes of climate change projects.

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The key responsibilities of the role include the following:

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Support eligible Pacific Island countries in the identification, development and design of GCF, AF and other climate change projects

????? Provide strategic advice to Pacific Island countries eligible to GCF, AF and other sources of climate finance on SPC’s support for developing projects, including readiness, mitigation and adaptation projects.

????? Upon countries’ requests, advise on the identification, development and design of GCF, AF and other climate change projects.

????? Lead collaboration with SPC technical divisions to secure funding for SPC-executed projects.

????? Strengthen SPC’s role as an accredited / implementing entity for GCF, AF and other climate change projects in the Pacific region.

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Coordinate the management and implementation of CFU-led climate change projects

????? Lead project supervision in the accredited / implementing entity function to ensure project activities comply with funding requirements.

????? Engage Project Management Units (PMUs) to ensure development of and adherence to detailed project plans and budget.

????? Lead upstream and downstream engagement from SPC to donors as well as executing entities, through regular meetings and communication.

????? Ensure monitoring and evaluation frameworks track performance and prepare progress reports for donors in a timely manner, in coordination with CFU and project monitoring and evaluation personnel.

????? Organise and lead project inception phases.

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Provide technical guidance, awareness and training to key stakeholders on operations, requirements and development processes of climate change projects

????? Provide training, information and technical guidance to SPC’s divisions, governments, PMUs and other key stakeholders on policies, modalities and project development and implementation requirements for the GCF, AF and other climate change donors.

????? Provide SPC’s divisions with up-to-date information on GCF, AF and other climate change donor project development and implementation as well as countries’ climate change priorities.

????? Facilitate the delivery of technical assistance from the GCF and other sources of support on relevant technical subjects, as necessary.

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Support the Climate Finance Coordinator in liaison and engagement between SPC and the GCF, AF and other donors on climate change projects

????? Support SPC’s dialogue and engagement with the GCF, AF and other climate change donors.

????? Support the accreditation, re-accreditation and accreditation upgrades processes for the GCF, AF and other climate change donors.

????? Actively participate in GCF, AF and other climate change programming events and meetings.

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Line management and mentorship of the Climate Finance Officer and other CFU staff

????? Set clear performance goals, conduct regular reviews, and support professional development for the Climate Finance Officer.

????? Oversee the Climate Finance Officer’s planning and execution of tasks, ensuring alignment with CFU objectives and priorities.

????? Facilitate effective communication to engage CFU colleagues in the CFU’s operational network.

????? Foster a collaborative environment, encourage teamwork, and provide mentorship to help the CFU colleagues achieve their goals.

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For a more detailed account of the key responsibilities, please refer to the online job description.

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Qualifications

????? Master’s degree qualification in a relevant field relating to sustainable development and climate change (environmental sciences or management, economics, finance or business administration)

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Technical expertise

????? Around 7 years of practical experience in the ODA and climate change areas.

????? Around 3-5 years of experience in large (over USD?5?million) climate change project management and/or development.

????? Proven experience in project development and implementation for GCF, AF or other multilateral sources of climate finance.

????? Sound knowledge of issues related to climate change adaptation and mitigation.

????? Prior experience in managing projects in complex institutional settings with numerous partners including design, organisation, delivery and oversight of project activities.

????? Excellent drafting and writing skills including for a variety of reports and audiences

????? Proven track record in organising, facilitating and presenting in workshops, trainings and seminars.

????? A proactive and positive team player able to work effectively in a multicultural environment, with great initiative, willing to lend a hand in a broad range of tasks to support the CCES team objectives.

????? Demonstrated competence in being well organised, working effectively with minimal supervision, able to multi-task, and effectively meet deadlines on multiple and sometimes urgent requests for support.

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Language skills

????? Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).

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Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

????? Excellent interpersonal skills in the multicultural environment of the Pacific Islands.

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Contract Duration – This vacant position is budgeted for 3 years and is subject to renewal depending on funding and performance.

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Remuneration – the Climate Finance Adviser is a band 11 position in SPC’s 2024 salary scale, with a starting salary range of SDR (special?drawing rights) 4,206-5,161 per month, which converts to approximately XPF 622,159-763,470 (USD 5,594-6,865; EUR 5,214-6,398). An offer of appointment for an initial contract will normally be made in the lower half of this range, with due consideration being given to experience and qualifications. Progression within the salary scale is based on annual performance reviews. SPC salaries are not presently subject to income tax in New Caledonia.

Benefits for international staff employees based in New Caledonia?– SPC provides subsidised housing in Noumea. Establishment and repatriation grant, removal expenses, airfares, home leave travel, health and life and disability insurances and education allowances are available for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Employees are entitled to 25 working days of annual leave per annum and other types of leave, and access to SPC’s Provident Fund (contributing 8% of salary, to which SPC adds a 10% contribution).

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Languages – SPC’s working languages are English and French.

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Recruitment principles – SPC’s recruitment is based on merit and fairness, and candidates are competing in a selection process that is fair, transparent and non-discriminatory. SPC is an equal-opportunity employer, and is committed to cultural and gender diversity, including bilinguism, and will seek to attract and appoint candidates who respect these values. Due attention is given to gender equity and the maintenance of strong representation from Pacific Island professionals.? If two interviewed candidates are ranked equal by the selection panel, preference will begiven to the Pacific Islander. Applicants will be assured of complete confidentiality in line with SPC’s private policy.

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Closing date: 6 October 2024 – 11:00 pm (Noumea time)

Job Reference: CR000278

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Applicants must apply online at

Hard copies of applications will not be accepted.

For your application to be considered, you must provide us with:

·???? an updated resume with contact details for three professional referees

·???? a cover letter detailing your skills, experience and interest in this position

·???? responses to all screening questions

Your application will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed at shortlisting stage if all the above documents are not provided. Applicants should not attach copies of qualifications or letters of reference.? Please ensure your documents are in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.

SPC does not charge a fee to consider your application and will never ask for your banking or financial information during the recruitment process.

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Screening questions (maximum of 2.000 characters per question):

1.??????? Please describe the major priorities for building resilience to climate change in the Pacific?

2.??????? What would you say are the main challenges when developing a Green Climate Fund project for a Pacific Island country?

3.??????? What are the key considerations to include during post-approval processes with multilateral climate funds?

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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 and who have voluntarily subscribed. 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?organizations, 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 or outdated. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC advises those interested in a vacancy to contact the advertising organization directly for specific details on the position. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC will not accept any liability for incorrect information.

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Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/407

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Senior Fisheries Data Analyst – Scientist /

?Fisheries Data Analyst - Scientist

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???? Noumea-based position (Fiji)

???? Attractive expatriate package

???? Join the principal development organisation in the region

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The Pacific Community (SPC) invites applications for the position of Senior Fisheries Data Analyst – Scientist / Fisheries Data Analyst - Scientist, in its Fisheries, Aquaculture and Marine Ecosystems (FAME) Division. The position will be located at its headquarters in Noumea, New Caledonia.

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The Pacific Community (SPC) is the principal scientific and technical organisation in the Pacific region, supporting development since 1947. We are an international development organisation owned and governed by our 27 country and territory members. In pursuit of sustainable development to benefit Pacific people, our unique organisation works across more than 25 sectors. We are known for our knowledge and innovation in such areas as fisheries science, public health surveillance, geoscience, and conservation of plant genetic resources for food and agriculture.

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The Fisheries, Aquaculture and Marine Ecosystems (FAME) Division is one of SPC’s oldest Divisions and it has been providing scientific and technical expertise to support fisheries management and sustainable development in the Pacific for over 60 years. FAME’s goal is that fisheries resources of the Pacific region are sustainably managed for economic growth, food security and environmental conservation. FAME includes the Oceanic Fisheries Programme (OFP) and Coastal Fisheries Programme (CFP). OFP is the region’s centre for oceanic fisheries science and information, providing essential data collection, data management and modelling and analysis services to the Pacific. CFP provides science and technical support to PICTs to enhance the management of coastal fisheries, and the sustainable development of aquaculture and nearshore livelihoods across the region. The work of OFP and CFP are supported by the FAME Director’s Office, which includes the Information Section, communications, and monitoring, evaluation and learning.

The role – the Senior Fisheries Data Analyst – Scientist / Fisheries Data Analyst – Scientist will support the enhanced development and processes for data management, analysis, and reporting. This position will continuously evaluate and improve data management systems to support science and management of regional tuna fisheries. This appointment will be made at either the Senior Fisheries Data Analyst – Scientist or the Fisheries Data Analyst – Scientist level, depending on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.

The key responsibilities of the role include the following:

Data management services for WCPFC

·????????? Develop and maintain routines for management and reporting of fishery data for Member countries.

·????????? Develop efficient and user-friendly approaches for scientists and staff to access and appropriately use data assets.

·????????? Collaborate with the Regional Data Manager to improve data management systems.

·????????? Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth data exchange and collaboration.

·????????? Monitor and report on the status of data loaded into the regional master database.

·????????? Implement data integration processes to ensure comprehensive and coherent datasets.

·????????? Design and implement Data Quality (DQ) routines to identify and rectify data discrepancies and errors.

·????????? Collaborate with the Regional ER Technical Coordinator to adhere to data and data quality standards.

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Process improvement and innovation

·????????? Continuously assess existing data management processes, propose and implement improvements.

·????????? Stay up to date with the latest advancements in data handling technologies and recommend their implementation as appropriate.

·????????? Identify opportunities for innovation in data collection, auditing, storage, and analysis.

·????????? Develop comprehensive metadata for regional databases according to good practice standards.

·????????? Develop robust and effective database documentation to catalogue data assets for increased usability.

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Data analysis and support for scientific work

·????????? Provide high level support for data analyses, scientific reports, and research papers relevant to OFP scientific work.

·????????? Conduct descriptive and statistical analyses to support stakeholders with data and science-related queries.

·????????? Collaborate with Member countries, WCPFC, FFA, and PNA in data-related matters for scientific projects.

·????????? Assist in interpreting and presenting scientific findings to stakeholders.

·????????? Regularly update the database to include new data and research outcomes.

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Leadership and mentorship of section staff in contemporary data management good practices

·????????? The Senior level Analyst/Scientist will have the capability to work autonomously and take on a leadership role to elevate the capacity of the DM section staff and improve the work quality.

·????????? Identify gaps in knowledge and skills within the team and among stakeholders and seek solutions to build and enhance capacity.

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For a more detailed account of the key responsibilities, please refer to the online job description.

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Qualifications

????????? Post-graduate degree in Fisheries Science, Data Science, Information Technology, or related field

o??? additionally, for appointment at the Senior Fisheries Data Analyst – Scientist level, a tertiary qualification preferably at a PhD level in Fisheries Science, Data Science, Information Technology, or related field

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Technical expertise

????????? Proven experience in data management and developing/maintaining large-scale relational database management systems using SQL Server or similar database development environments. Consideration of appointment at the Senior Fisheries Data Analyst – Scientist or Fisheries Data Analyst – Scientist levels will be based on, but not limited to, the extent of experience in a relevant field. At least 2 years of (post PhD) or 5 years (post Master’s degree) of experience is desirable for the Fisheries Data Analyst – Scientist level and at least 5 years of (post PhD) or 8 years (post Master’s degree) of experience is desirable for the Senior Fisheries Data Analyst – Scientist level.

????????? Knowledge of fisheries and experience with fisheries database systems

????????? Experience with Git and CI/CD

????????? Experience with data integration, data transformations, SQL

????????? Experience with database documentation and development of appropriate metadata

????????? Experience as a data analyst supporting clients in their data and reporting needs?

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Language skills

????????? Good communication skills

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Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

????????? Ability to work and travel in a multicultural and multilingual environment

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Contract Duration – This vacant position is budgeted for 3 years and is subject to renewal depending on performance and funding.

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Remuneration – Appointment will be made at either the Senior Fisheries Data Analyst – Scientist level band 12 in SPC’s 2024 salary scale with a starting salary range of SDR (special drawing rights) 4,792-5,894 per month, which converts to approximately XPF 708,852-871,830 (USD 6,374-7,839; EUR 5,940-7,306) or the Fisheries Data Analyst – Scientist level band 11 in SPC’s 2024 salary scale with a starting salary range of SDR (special drawing rights) 4,206-5,161 per month, which converts to approximately XPF 622,159-763,470 (USD 5,594-6,865; EUR 5,214-6,398). SPC salaries are not presently subject to income tax in New Caledonia.

An offer of appointment to one of these positions will be made, dependent on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate in relation to the criteria as outlined above. An offer of appointment for an initial contract will normally be made in the lower half of the relevant range, with due consideration being given to qualifications and experience. Progression within the salary scale will be based on annual performance reviews.

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Benefits for international staff employees based in New Caledonia?– SPC provides subsidised housing in Noumea. Establishment and repatriation grant, removal expenses, airfares, home leave travel, health and life and disability insurances and education allowances are available for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Employees are entitled to 25 working days of annual leave per annum and other types of leave, and access to SPC’s Provident Fund (contributing 8% of salary, to which SPC adds a 10% contribution).

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Recruitment principles – SPC’s recruitment is based on merit and fairness, and candidates are competing in a selection process that is fair, transparent and non-discriminatory. SPC is an equal-opportunity employer, and is committed to cultural and gender diversity, including bilinguism, and will seek to attract and appoint candidates who respect these values. Due attention is given to gender equity and the maintenance of strong representation from Pacific Island professionals.? If two interviewed candidates are ranked equal by the selection panel, preference will begiven to the Pacific Islander. Applicants will be assured of complete confidentiality in line with SPC’s private policy.

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Closing date: 6 Octobre 2024 – 11:00 pm (Noumea time)

Job Reference: CR000280

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Applicants must apply online at

Hard copies of applications will not be accepted.

For your application to be considered, you must provide us with:

·???? an updated resume with contact details for three professional referees

·???? a cover letter detailing your skills, experience and interest in this position

·???? responses to all screening questions

Your application will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed at shortlisting stage if all the above documents are not provided. Applicants should not attach copies of qualifications or letters of reference.

Please ensure your documents are in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.

SPC does not charge a fee to consider your application and will never ask for your banking or financial information during the recruitment process.

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Screening questions (maximum of 2.000 characters per question):

1.?????? Briefly describe your experience managing and implementing data systems, specifically mentioning work you’ve done with MS SQL Server, and your views on key components of good practice in data management.

2.?????? Briefly describe your experience improving data workflow efficiency to receive, process, analyse, and/or disseminate data more effectively, and the challenges you faced.

3.??????? Briefly describe the approaches you would employ to validate and ensure the quality of fisheries data and provide an example, from a past role, that required a deep dive into data to uncover issues.

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PLEASE NOTE:

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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 and who have voluntarily subscribed. 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?organizations, 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 or outdated. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC advises those interested in a vacancy to contact the advertising organization directly for specific details on the position. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC will not accept any liability for incorrect information.

Although we have many email recipients for 'Pacific Vacancies', your address will remain confidential. If you do not want to receive the vacancy announcements anymore, please send a blank email to:

[email protected]

Of course, you can always join again later, by sending a blank email message to:?[email protected]

?

Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/406

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Educational Assessment Specialist – Literacy

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???? Suva-based position (Fiji)

???? Attractive expatriate package

???? Join the principal development organisation in the region

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The Pacific Community (SPC) invites applications for the position of Educational Assessment Specialist – Literacy within its Educational Quality and Assessment Programme Division. This position will be located at its regional office in Suva, Fiji.

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The Pacific Community (SPC) is the principal scientific and technical organisation in the Pacific region, supporting development since 1947. We are an international development organisation owned and governed by our 27 country and territory members. In pursuit of sustainable development to benefit Pacific people, our organisation works across more than 25 sectors. We are known for our knowledge and innovation in such areas as fisheries science, public health, geoscience, and conservation of plant genetic resources for food and agriculture.

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The vision of the Educational Quality and Assessment Programme (EQAP) is to be ‘The agency for educational quality in the Pacific region’. Its mission is to enhance the quality of education and training for Pacific learners, so they realize the benefits of lifelong learning. EQAP seeks to promote the following core values within the context of SPC’s corporate values:

? ?? a culture of quality;

? ??? a culture of continuous improvement;

? ??? cultural and political sensitivity;

? ??? respect for the autonomy and priorities of the education system in each Pacific Island country and territory (PICTs); and

??????? assimilation of the expressed needs of countries in its delivery of technical services.

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The role – Educational Assessment Specialist – Literacy will coordinate the development, implementation and evaluation of the LSA related assessment activities in the Pacific Island countries and territories. This role will also be responsible for building capacity in these areas within the countries and territories, and within EQAP through training.

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The key responsibilities of the role include:

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Lead the development of PILNA Literacy instruments.

????? Revise Literacy framework and benchmarks.

????? Develop blueprint with country representatives; use blueprint and analysed data to develop items for reading and writing.

????? Revise the PILNA Style Guide (PGS) and format test booklets accordingly.

????? Coordinate and lead the review, paneling of new items with ACER.

????? Update the Literacy Codebook that captures the metadata over the years.

????? Compile blocks and rotated booklets according to Reading test design. for Reading items.

????? Coordinate the translation of Literacy, Numeracy and Questionnaire items into target languages.

????? Provide Quality Assurance services of cognitive and contextual items.

????? Populate the item bank (ItSafe)? and tag items to booklets.

????? Compile coding materials for in-house training and for in country training.

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PILNA administration, analysis, reporting and dissemination.

????? Training NC, SC and TS officers prior to PILNA assessment.

????? Training of EQAP officers and country coders on coding and data entry.

????? Training of country officers on use of PILNA data.

????? Reporting on Literacy chapters of the PILNA Regional, Sub-regional and the country report.

????? Disseminate PILNA findings to countries.

????? Reporting on PILNA findings shared at conferences/workshops, meetings.

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Build capacity with counterparts in PICTs on National Literacy & Numeracy Assessments and administration of requests as per country

????? Training on designing, planning, developing blueprint, item writing and documenting of Literacy and Numeracy assessments carried in countries as in country requests.

????? Review of instruments and documents in accordance to country requests and providing country data.

????? Training on analysing country data and using data for reporting and learning/ intervention.

????? Provide expert advice to EAU, CDU officers on best practices in Assessment.

????? Supporting countries to develop standards/benchmarks in their national LN to improve reporting.

Integration with other sections in EQAP/SPC as per sections’ timeline

????? Support the higher secondary examinations services including review of final exam papers.

????? Support other sections of EQAP on assessment matters.

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For a more detailed account of the key responsibilities, please refer to the online job description.

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Qualifications

·???????? A degree with a teaching qualification in the teaching of Literacy or related content area

·???????? A master’s degree in education

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Technical expertise

·???????? At least 10 years of experience working in the area of secondary education with at least 5 years in working in the area of assessment and using assessment to improve student outcomes

·???????? Experience in building teamwork, initiative and ability to adhere to strict multiple timelines

·???????? Experience in negotiating with, and training adults from different ethnic, cultural and educational backgrounds

·???????? Experience in data gathering, analysis, interpretation and reporting

·???????? Knowledge of current Pacific and international teacher education issues

·???????? Demonstrated ability to develop collaborative and productive work environment with team mates

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Language skills

·???????? Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with high standard of written and spoken English

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Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

·???????? Ability to work in a multicultural, inclusive and equitable environment.

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Contract Duration – 3 years – subject to renewal depending on funding and performance.

Remuneration – The Educational Assessment Specialist – Literacy is a band 10 position in SPC’s 2024 salary scale, with a starting salary range of 2,575?3,218 SDR (special drawing rights) per month, which currently converts to approximately FJD 7,672–9,591 (USD 3,424–4,280; EUR 3,191–3,989). An offer of appointment for an initial contract will normally be made in the lower half of this range, with due consideration given to experience and qualifications. Progression within the salary scale will be based on annual performance reviews. Remuneration of expatriate SPC staff members is not subject to income tax in Fiji; Fiji nationals employed by SPC in Fiji will be subject to income tax.

Benefits for international employees based in Fiji – SPC provides a housing allowance of FJD 1,350–3,000 per month. Establishment and repatriation grant, removal expenses, airfares, home leave travel, health and life and disability insurances and education allowances are available for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Employees are entitled to 25 working days of annual leave per annum and other types of leave, and access to SPC’s Provident Fund (contributing 8% of salary, to which SPC adds a 10% contribution).

Languages – SPC’s working languages are English and French.

Recruitment principles – SPC’s recruitment is based on merit and fairness, and candidates are competing in a selection process that is fair, transparent, and non-discriminatory. SPC is an equal-opportunity employer, and is committed to cultural and gender diversity, including bilingualism, and will seek to attract and appoint candidates who respect these values. Due attention is given to gender equity and the maintenance of strong representation from Pacific Island professionals. If two interviewed candidates are ranked equal by the selection panel, preference will be given to the Pacific Islander. Applicants will be assured of complete confidentiality in line with SPC’s Privacy Policy.

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Closing Date: 6 October 2024 – 11:00 pm (Fiji time)

Job Reference: CR000277

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Applicants must apply online at http://careers.spc.int/

Hard copies of applications will not be accepted.

For your application to be considered, you must provide us with:

·???? an updated resume with contact details for three professional referees

·???? a cover letter detailing your skills, experience and interest in this position

·???? responses to all screening questions

Your application will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed at shortlisting stage if all the above documents are not provided. Applicants should not attach copies of qualifications or letters of reference. Please ensure your documents are in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.

For international staff in Fiji, only one foreign national per family can be employed with an entity operating in Fiji at any one given time. SPC may assist on a case-by-case basis with submissions to Fiji Ministry of Foreign Affairs for their consideration and final approval. SPC cannot and does not make any guarantee whatsoever of approval for such applications to Fiji Ministry of Foreign Affairs and where an application is approved, the spouse or partner will subject to such terms and conditions as may be set from time to time by the Ministry.

SPC does not charge a fee to consider your application and will never ask for your banking or financial information during the recruitment process.

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Screening Questions (maximum of 2,000 characters per question):

1.??????? What process do you undertake to develop a high-quality reading assessment?

2.??????? What do you feel are the two biggest challenges for successfully administering a regional Literacy assessment, and why?

3.??????? How do you address issues of equity in large-scale assessments, particularly gender, disability and language.

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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 and who have voluntarily subscribed. 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?organizations, 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 or outdated. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC advises those interested in a vacancy to contact the advertising organization directly for specific details on the position. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC will not accept any liability for incorrect information.

Although we have many email recipients for 'Pacific Vacancies', your address will remain confidential. If you do not want to receive the vacancy announcements anymore, please send a blank email to:

[email protected]

Of course, you can always join again later, by sending a blank email message to:?[email protected]

?

Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/405

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Educational Assessment Specialist –?

Data Analyst

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?

???? Suva-based position (Fiji)

???? Attractive expatriate package

???? Join the principal development organisation in the region

?

The Pacific Community (SPC) invites applications for the position of Educational Assessment Specialist – Data Analyst within its Educational Quality and Assessment Programme Division. This position will be located at its regional office in Suva, Fiji.

?

?

The Pacific Community (SPC) is the principal scientific and technical organisation in the Pacific region, supporting development since 1947. We are an international development organisation owned and governed by our 27 country and territory members. In pursuit of sustainable development to benefit Pacific people, our organisation works across more than 25 sectors. We are known for our knowledge and innovation in such areas as fisheries science, public health, geoscience, and conservation of plant genetic resources for food and agriculture.

?

The vision of the Educational Quality and Assessment Programme (EQAP) is to be ‘The agency for educational quality in the Pacific region’. Its mission is to enhance the quality of education and training for Pacific learners, so they realize the benefits of lifelong learning. EQAP seeks to promote the following core values within the context of SPC’s corporate values:

? ?? a culture of quality;

? ??? a culture of continuous improvement;

? ??? cultural and political sensitivity;

? ??? respect for the autonomy and priorities of the education system in each Pacific Island country and territory (PICTs); and

??????? assimilation of the expressed needs of countries in its delivery of technical services.

?

The role – Educational Assessment Specialist – Data Analyst will coordinate the development, implementation and evaluation of the LSA related assessment activities in the Pacific Island countries and territories. This role will also be responsible for building capacity in these areas within the countries and territories, and within EQAP through training.

?

The key responsibilities of the role include:

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Data analysis of Regional and National Assessments

????? Develop and design the assessment analysis of PILNA, PALS and the National assessments.

????? Psychometric analysis of regional LSA data using ConQuest.

????? Provide analysis and interpretation of data

????? Support the creation and implementation of regional LSA apps

????? Organize the cleaning of the assessment data using SPSS and MS Excel

????? Provide data for regional, sub-regional and country reporting.

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Support development of regional LSA instruments

????? Revise Literacy and Numeracy framework, develop Literacy and Numeracy blueprints and revise PILNA Style Guide.

????? Compile Numeracy items in blocks and assemble rotated booklets.

????? Provide quality assurance services on cognitive and contextual items.

????? Format Literacy and Numeracy rotated booklets according to the PILNA Style Guide.

????? Develop coding materials for in-country training.

????? Support finalising test booklets

????? Support the administration, coding, reporting and dissemination of results to member countries

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Build capacity with counterparts in PICTs on National Literacy & Numeracy Assessments and administration of requests as per country

????? Training on designing, planning, developing blueprint, item writing and documenting of Literacy and Numeracy assessments carried in countries as in country requests.

????? Review of instruments and documents in accordance with country requests and providing country data.

????? Training on analyzing country data using IRT and using its results/outputs for reporting and learning/ intervention.

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Integration with other sections in EQAP/SPC as per sections’ timeline

????? Support the Curriculum and Assessment section in their higher secondary examinations services including training teachers on IA, approval of IA tasks, verification of IA tasks, training of examiners/markers, moderation of draft exam papers, review of final exam papers, review of prescriptions, analysis of examination data using IRT and produce item analysis report for each subject.

????? Collaborate with the Policy and Research section in analyzing regional LSA data and country LSA data and training of PICT?MoE officers on IRT analysis.

????? Support Policy and Research section in analysing and reporting educational research data.

????? Support the ICT section with implementing LSA services notably?data capture methods, data storage?requirements and data status.

????? Support other sections of EQAP on assessment matters.

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For a more detailed account of the key responsibilities, please refer to the online job description.

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?

Qualifications

·?????? A degree with a teaching qualification in the teaching of mathematics or related content area

·?????? A master’s degree in education

?

Technical expertise

·???????? Experience in the use of ConQuest or RUMM2030 and data analysis

·???????? At least 10 years of experience working in the area of secondary education with at least 5 years in working in the area of assessment and using assessment to improve student outcomes

·???????? Experience in building teamwork, initiative, and ability to adhere to strict multiple timelines

·???????? Experience in negotiating with, and training adults from different ethnic, cultural, and educational backgrounds

·???????? Experience in data gathering, analysis, interpretation, and reporting

·???????? Knowledge of current Pacific and international teacher education issues

·???????? Demonstrated ability to develop collaborative and productive work environment with teammates.

??????

Language skills

·???????? Good working knowledge of English

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Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

·???????? Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with high standard of written and spoken English

·???????? Ability to work in a multicultural, inclusive and equitable environment

?

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Contract Duration – 3 years – subject to renewal depending on funding and performance.

Remuneration – The Educational Assessment Specialist – Data Analyst is a band 10 position in SPC’s 2024 salary scale, with a starting salary range of 2,575?3,218 SDR (special drawing rights) per month, which currently converts to approximately FJD 7,672–9,591 (USD 3,424–4,280; EUR 3,191–3,989). An offer of appointment for an initial contract will normally be made in the lower half of this range, with due consideration given to experience and qualifications. Progression within the salary scale will be based on annual performance reviews. Remuneration of expatriate SPC staff members is not subject to income tax in Fiji; Fiji nationals employed by SPC in Fiji will be subject to income tax.

Benefits for international employees based in Fiji – SPC provides a housing allowance of FJD 1,350–3,000 per month. Establishment and repatriation grant, removal expenses, airfares, home leave travel, health and life and disability insurances and education allowances are available for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Employees are entitled to 25 working days of annual leave per annum and other types of leave, and access to SPC’s Provident Fund (contributing 8% of salary, to which SPC adds a 10% contribution).

Languages – SPC’s working languages are English and French.

Recruitment principles – SPC’s recruitment is based on merit and fairness, and candidates are competing in a selection process that is fair, transparent, and non-discriminatory. SPC is an equal-opportunity employer, and is committed to cultural and gender diversity, including bilingualism, and will seek to attract and appoint candidates who respect these values. Due attention is given to gender equity and the maintenance of strong representation from Pacific Island professionals. If two interviewed candidates are ranked equal by the selection panel, preference will be given to the Pacific Islander. Applicants will be assured of complete confidentiality in line with SPC’s Privacy Policy.

?

?

Closing Date: 6 October 2024 – 11:00 pm (Fiji time)

Job Reference: CR000275

?

Applicants must apply online at http://careers.spc.int/

Hard copies of applications will not be accepted.

For your application to be considered, you must provide us with:

·???? an updated resume with contact details for three professional referees

·???? a cover letter detailing your skills, experience and interest in this position

·???? responses to all screening questions

Your application will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed at shortlisting stage if all the above documents are not provided. Applicants should not attach copies of qualifications or letters of reference. Please ensure your documents are in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.

For international staff in Fiji, only one foreign national per family can be employed with an entity operating in Fiji at any one given time. SPC may assist on a case-by-case basis with submissions to Fiji Ministry of Foreign Affairs for their consideration and final approval. SPC cannot and does not make any guarantee whatsoever of approval for such applications to Fiji Ministry of Foreign Affairs and where an application is approved, the spouse or partner will subject to such terms and conditions as may be set from time to time by the Ministry.

SPC does not charge a fee to consider your application and will never ask for your banking or financial information during the recruitment process.

?

Screening Questions (maximum of 2,000 characters per question):

1.??????? What process do you undertake to develop a high- quality analysis in an educational assessment?

2.??????? In your opinion what are the three top skills in data analysis and why?

3.??????? What are the common problems that data analysts encounter during analysis?

?

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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 and who have voluntarily subscribed. 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?organizations, 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 or outdated. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC advises those interested in a vacancy to contact the advertising organization directly for specific details on the position. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC will not accept any liability for incorrect information.

Although we have many email recipients for 'Pacific Vacancies', your address will remain confidential. If you do not want to receive the vacancy announcements anymore, please send a blank email to:

[email protected]

Of course, you can always join again later, by sending a blank email message to:?[email protected]

?

Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/403-404

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ICT Technician x2?

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·???????? Attractive local package

·???????? Friendly and supportive team environment

·???????? Join the principal development organisation in the region

?

The Pacific Community?(SPC) invites applications for the position of?ICT Technician x2?within its Operations Management Directorate. This position will be located at its regional office in Suva, Fiji.

?

Description

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The?Pacific Community (SPC)?is the principal scientific and technical organisation in the Pacific region, supporting development since 1947. We are an international development organisation owned and governed by our 27 country and territory members. In pursuit of sustainable development to benefit Pacific people, our organisation works across more than 25 sectors. We are known for our knowledge and innovation in such areas as fisheries science, public health surveillance, geoscience, and conservation of plant genetic resources for food and agriculture.

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The?Operations and Management Directorate (OMD)?provides corporate services to all SPC Divisions and Programmes. It consists of three key departments: Finance, Human Resources and Information Services. OMD is focused on improving the effectiveness of systems, policies and management to provide high-quality customer-oriented services.

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The role?–?ICT Technician?will be responsible for assisting the ICT Team in service delivery.

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The key responsibilities of the role include:

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Technical Support

??????Provide first-line technical support to end-users via various channels, including phone, remote access, email, and in-person.

??????Troubleshoot hardware, software, security and network issues promptly and effectively.

??????Assist with monitoring, and managing alerts generated by the M365 Portal and taking the necessary actions to address these alerts.

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Incident and Service Request Management

??????Track support tickets using a ticketing system, ensuring timely resolution, communication and proper documentation.

??????Prioritize and escalate support tickets according to severity and impact on business operations.

??????Follow established procedures for incident and problem management, including incident analysis and root cause identification.

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User Training and Documentation

??????Provide user training and guidance on IT tools, applications, and best practices.

??????Create and maintain technical documentation, user guides, and knowledge base articles.

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IT Project Support and Procurement

??????Assist in the implementation of IT projects, including software deployments, system upgrades, and infrastructure enhancements.

??????Collaborate with project teams to support the rollout of new technologies and systems.

??????Procure quotations for ICT Equipment, provide recommendation to end-user, and liaise with Suppliers on ETA’s, etc.

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Conference Support

??????ICT support for in person/virtual or hybrid events either on SPC premises or offsite in liaison with ICT Conference Technician.

??????Setup and operate SPC Simultaneous Interpretation Equipment with ICT Conference Technician.

??????Ensure conference room and associated equipment is setup as required.

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For a more detailed account of the key responsibilities, please?refer to the online job description.

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Key selection criteria

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Qualifications

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·??????Diploma in IT or equivalent tertiary qualification.

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Technical expertise

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·??????5 years of relevant IT work experience.????

·??????Knowledge of Microsoft, Mac and Linux based systems.

·??????Demonstrated team player.

·??????Good organizational skills.

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Language skills

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????????Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).

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Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

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·??????Ability to work in a multicultural, inclusive and equitable environment.

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Salary, terms and conditions

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Contract Duration?– Until?1 November 2027?–?subject to renewal depending on funding and performance.

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Remuneration?–?罢丑别?ICT Technician?is a?band 7 position in SPC’s 2024 salary scale, with a commencing taxable salary range of FJD 2,287-2,859 per month, plus local staff benefits.?An offer of appointment for an initial contract will normally be made in the lower half of this range, with due consideration given to experience and qualifications.?Progression within the salary scale will be based on annual performance reviews.

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Recruitment principles?–?SPC’s recruitment is based on merit and fairness, and candidates are competing in a selection process that is fair, transparent and non-discriminatory. SPC is an?equal-opportunity employer, and is committed to cultural and gender diversity, including bilingualism, and will seek to attract and appoint candidates who respect these values. Due attention is given to gender equity and the maintenance of strong representation from Pacific Island professionals. If two interviewed candidates are ranked equal by the selection panel, preference will be given to the?Pacific Islander.

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Applicants will be assured of complete confidentiality in line with SPC’s Privacy Policy.

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Application procedure

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Closing Date – 22 September 2024 at 11:59pm (Fiji time)

Job Reference: JM000730

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Applicants must apply online at?

Hard copies of applications will not be accepted.

For your application to be considered, you must provide us with:

·????an updated resume with contact details for three professional referees

·????a cover letter detailing your skills, experience and interest in this position

·????responses to all screening questions

Your application will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed at shortlisting stage if all the above documents are not provided. Applicants should not attach copies of qualifications or letters of reference. Please ensure your documents are in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.

Only Fijian citizens are eligible to apply for this role.

SPC does not charge a fee to consider your application and will never ask for your banking or financial information during the recruitment process.

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Screening Questions (maximum of 2,000 characters per question):

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1.????????Please describe how you have used and managed IT support systems (such as Service Now, Jira, etc) to help you work as an IT Technician.

2.????????Can you describe your experience when assisting customers using various technologies in technical troubleshooting using the following scenarios:

a.????????remotely;

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c.????????guiding a user.

3.????????Describe your experience with technical troubleshooting of Laptop Hardware, and Microsoft 365 suite of applications. Feel free to add in other ICT experiences you possess.

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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

(INDIVIDUAL CONSULTING SERVICES)

Access and Renewable Increase for Sustainable Energy (ARISE) -P181253

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ARISE Project Manager

The Government of the Federated States of Micronesia has applied for financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Access and Renewable Increase for Sustainable Energy and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.

The consulting services (“the Services”) include both (i) the preparation and implementation of the ARISE project and (ii) the closure of SEDAP. The Project Manager will be based in FSM and lead the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) for World Bank energy projects within the Department of Resources and Development (DoR&D). The PIU will consist of a Project Manager, project implementation officer, a procurement officer, a project engineer, and an environmental & social development officer. At the Department of Finance and Administration (DoFA), the Central Implementation Unit (CIU) provides financial management, procurement, environmental & social safeguards, M&E and Communication support to all World Bank-financed projects. The PIU will benefit from CIU support. The Project Manager is expected to lead the PIU and work closely with the Pohnpei Utility Corporation (PUC), the Chuuk Public Utility Corporation (CPUC), the Kosrae Utilities Authority (KUA), and the Yap State Public Service Corporation (YSPSC) to prepare and implement ARISE. Starting from July 2025, the Project Manager will also lead the implementation of the SEDAP project, which will be in his completion phase. The Project Manager will report to the Assistant Secretary of the Energy Division and to a Project Steering Committee.

The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment:

can be found at the following website: https://dofa.gov.fm/vacancies/ and can also be obtained at the address given below.

The Department of Finance and Administration now invites eligible individuals (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services (attach curriculum vitae with description of experience in similar assignments, similar conditions, provide emails for at least 2 referees, etc.). Firms’ staff may express interest through the employing firm for the assignment and, under such situation, only the experience and qualifications of individual shall be considered in the selection process. The criteria for selecting the Consultant are:

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All CVs of candidates will be scrutinized against selection criteria. The CVs of candidates that meet the selection criteria will then be scored against the Mandatory and Desirable criteria. Mandatory

• Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical/Industrial engineering, or in Energy, or any other relevant engineering field.
• At least 10 years of Project Management experience, out of which 5 years as a Project Manager on an energy project(s) acquired either within a project management unit, or an engineering firm, or a construction firm, or a power utility.?
• Demonstrated experience or knowledge on either solar PV systems, power generation, distribution network
• Experience managing donor-funded projects.
• Good interpersonal and communication (report writing and English speaking) skills.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment

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• Demonstrated experience in managing energy projects within a consultant firm or an energy construction company in the power sector
• Experience managing a World Bank-funded project
• Experience in working in an island nation environment.
• Willingness to reside in FSM for at least 09 months in a year.

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Selection Criteria

Interested applicants are required to clearly highlight how they meet the following selection criteria in both their CVs and cover letters. To facilitate the evaluation of candidates, the length of the CV should NOT exceed 3 pages and the length of the cover letter should NOT exceed 2 pages. The evaluation committee reserves the right to not consider candidates whose CV and cover letter exceed this length requirement. The following selection criteria will be applied:

• Has managed a project financed by the Word Bank or the Asian Development Bank, or any other multilateral or bilateral development agency (yes / no)
• Has managed a project in the energy sector (yes / no)
• Has experience working within either a consultant firm, or an energy/power construction company, or a project implementation agency/office, or a power utility.
• Number of years of experience in at least one of the following areas: (i) power generation, (ii) transmission or distribution grids, (iii) mini grids, (iv) solar PV systems,

• Number of years of relevant experience on procurement of goods and/or works

• Number of years of relevant experience in preparing work plans, overseeing work, and drafting reports
• Has demonstrated experience working across units or departments and with various stakeholders (yes / no)
• Has worked in a multicultural team/environment (yes / no)
• Is proficient with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Powerpoint (yes/no)

The attention of interested Consultants (including firms) is drawn to paragraph 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers Fifth Edition, September 2023 (“the Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.

Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours 0800 to 1700 Mondays to Fridays.

Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) by Monday, September 16, 2024 at 5:00 P.M Pohnpei Time (GMT + 11).

Rose N. Nakanaga, Secretary
Department of Finance and Administration

Attn: Kwame Shiroya, CIU Program Manager

P.O. Box ps 158 Palikir, Pohnpei, FM 96941

Tel: (691)-320-2639

E-mail: Kwame.shiroya@...

And cc: ciu.dofa@...

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The Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) is an archipelagic nation in the Western Pacific Ocean, with a relatively small land area of just over 700 km2 spread over 607 islands, of which 74 are inhabited. The Federation consists of four semi-autonomous states: Yap, Chuuk, Pohnpei and Kosrae. The population of the FSM is estimated to be approximately 105,000, with 45% living in Chuuk, 37% in Pohnpei, 11% in Yap and 7% in Kosrae. Each of the four states consists of a main island surrounded by numerous outer islands, except for Kosrae, which has no outer islands. The outer atolls tend to be much less developed, creating challenges for building resilience, as they are not served by the nation’s main water and energy systems, nor are they frequently served by national transportation systems.

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The FSM’s Department of Resources and Development (DoR&D) is assisting the states in developing their economies by focusing on the four priority sectors: energy, fisheries, agriculture, and tourism.?Within the DoR&D, the Energy Division of the DoR&D (ED/DoR&D) oversees the energy sector and has been leading the implementation of the World Bank-financed Sustainable Energy Development and Access Project (SEDAP – US$30 million financing), which became effective on April 08, 2019, with a current closing date of September 30, 2025. In addition to SEDAP, the ED/DoR&D, with support from the Department of Finance and Administration (DoFA)’s Central Implementation Unit (CIU) is currently preparing a second energy project entitled—Access and Renewable Increase for Sustainable Energy (ARISE) project for World Bank financing. ARISE is expected to be approved by the World Bank in late 2024 or the first quarter of 2025.

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The ARISE project development objective is to increase access to electricity, improve the reliability of electricity service, and increase renewable energy generation in targeted project areas. The project comprises three components. The component 1 (Electricity Service Expansion)?will (i) increase the electricity access rate in Chuuk; (ii) improve the reliability and safety of power supply while enhancing resilience to climate & natural hazards and reducing technical losses in Pohnpei, Yap and Kosrae; and (iii) facilitate preventive grid maintenance for the four power utilities. The component 2 (Renewable Energy Generation)?will increase solar energy generation with storage and grid stability controls in Chuuk, Pohnpei, and Yap to reduce diesel generation costs and help achieve GHG emission reduction targets. The Component 3 (Institutional Strengthening and Implementation Support) aims to strengthen the capacity of key energy sector entities such as DoR&D, state power utilities, and the project implementation unity (PIU). Overall, the proposed project will fund construction of mini grids, rehabilitation (including resilience enhancement) of distribution networks, integration of solar PV systems, technical assistance, and capacity strengthening. The Annex 1 provides a detailed of the first two components.

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The ED/DoR&D seeks a Project Manager for both (i) the preparation and implementation of the ARISE project (P181253) and (ii) the implementation of the SEDAP starting from July 2025. The Project Manager will be based in FSM and lead the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) for World Bank energy projects within the ED/DoR&D. The PIU is expected to comprise a project implementation officer, a procurement officer, a project engineer, and an environmental and social development officer. As the DoFA’s CIU provides financial management, procurement, and environmental & social safeguards support to all World Bank-financed projects, the PIU will also benefit for such support from the CIU. The Project Manager is expected to lead the PIU and work closely with the Pohnpei Utility Corporation (PUC), the Chuuk Public Utility Corporation (CPUC), the Kosrae Utilities Authority (KUA), and the Yap State Public Service Corporation (YSPSC) to prepare and implement ARISE. Starting from July 2025, the Project Manager will also lead the implementation of the SEDAP project, which will be in his completion phase. The Project Manager will report to the Assistant Secretary of the Energy Division and to a Project Steering Committee.

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2.?????? DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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The Project Manager’s duties and responsibilities include the following:

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Planning

·?????? Prepare and submit timely the annual work program and budget in close collaboration with CIU financial management staff

·?????? Ensure prompt updates of the procurement plan, and with support from the Procurement Officer, prepare timelines/schedules/plans to implement the procurement activities without delays. ?

·?????? Prepare, implement, and monitor work plans to implement each activity under the project components and subcomponents. ?

·?????? Prepare work plans for the PIU staff (Procurement Officer, Environmental and Social Development Officer, Project Implementation Officer, etc)

·?????? Prepare disbursement estimates/plans for every quarter and manage its achievement

·?????? Manage the project budget and finances in collaboration with the CIU. This involves ensuring adequate asset registry.

·?????? Assist the Energy Division in related tasks as needed

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Implementation and Monitoring

·?????? Monitor progress of all project activities (with support from the Project Implementation Officer) and prepare monthly project progress reports for both DoR&D and the World Bank team.

·?????? Participate and Oversee the procurement to ensure timely processing. This will involve evaluating bidding documents, drafting/reviewing bid evaluation reports, negotiating contracts, drafting/reviewing contracts, and ensuring timely contract effectiveness. As the procurement is done via the World Bank’s online STEP platform, a training will be provided on STEP, and the PM is expected to understand and be able to use STEP for procurement.

·?????? Oversee the implementation of contracts for design, supply, installation, and works with support from engineering firms, utility staff, and CIU’s environmental and social development specialists (in compliance with the Environmental and Social Management Plan). Propose action plans and oversee the implementation of the action plans.

·?????? Oversee the implementation of consultancy services and non-consultancy activities

·?????? Monitor with DoFA, Treasury, Department of Justice to ensure that contracts and amendments are timely validated and that payments are timely processed.

·?????? Implement the project in accordance with the Project Operations Manual. Update as appropriate the Project Operations Manual.

·?????? Supervise the work of staff recruited under the project implementation unit and ensure effective team work. Ensure that proper training is provided to each staff and support staff as needed to enhance performance.

·?????? Solve/address problems/issues promptly with contractors, engineering firms, suppliers, individual consultants and staff.

·?????? Ensure timely payment of invoices in collaboration with the CIU ?

·?????? Monitor progress on the disbursement estimates/plans and take promptly corrective measures to achieve the disbursement estimates/plans.

·?????? Ensure that contract registry and asset registry are kept updated.

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Reporting

·?????? Provide briefs to the Assistant Secretary (bi-weekly) and to the Secretary of DoRD upon request or as needed

·?????? Draft monthly project progress reports and mandatory semestrial implementation reports to be sent to the World Bank. The monthly project progress reports will provide (i) the previous and current status of all activities (organized by subcomponent and component), (ii) outstanding issues, (iii) next actions/milestones and timelines. The monthly progress report will also cover the procurement, disbursement, financial management, and environmental and social aspects. The mandatory semestrial implementation report

·?????? Prepare presentations and/or briefs/updates for the Project Steering Committee prior to meetings and to the World Bank task team prior to supervision missions.

·?????? Ensure the preparation of the project implementation completion report prior to the project closing date.

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Communication and Outreach

·?????? Ensure effective communication and working relationships with the Secretaries of both the DoDR and DoFA, the Energy Division, the CIU, and utility managers/engineering units

·?????? Collaborate well with the CIU staff on budgeting, disbursement, financial management, environmental & social, monitoring, and communication to ensure effective project implementation.

·?????? Reach out and maintain good relationships with DoFA and the Department of Justice to ensure that contracts are promptly validated and signed and payments are promptly processed in order to avoid delays.

·?????? In collaboration with the CIU’s communication, safeguards, and monitoring staff, communicate adequately with project affected communities, relevant citizen organizations/NGOs, and interested Government agencies to ensure successful implementation

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This is a full-time assignment that will initially be for a period of one year, based in Pohnpei, FSM. Domestic travels will be required. Based on satisfactory performance and mutual agreement between the DoRD and the PM, the position may be extended for additional years till the implementation of the project is complete. DoRD will provide office space, office supplies and equipment.

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4.?????? REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

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All CVs of candidates will be scrutinized against the mandatory requirements. The CVs of candidates that meet the mandatory requirements will then be evaluated according to the desired skills.

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Mandatory

• Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical/Industrial engineering, or in Energy, or any other relevant engineering field.
• At least 10 years of Project Management experience, out of which 5 years as a Project Manager on an energy project(s) acquired either within a project management unit, or an engineering firm, or a construction firm, or a power utility.?
• Demonstrated experience or knowledge on either solar PV systems, power generation, distribution network
• Experience managing donor-funded projects.
• Good interpersonal and communication (report writing and English speaking) skills.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment

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Desired:

• Demonstrated experience in managing energy projects within a consultant firm or an energy construction company in the power sector
• Experience managing a World Bank-funded project
• Experience in working in an island nation environment.
• Willingness to reside in FSM for at least 09 months in a year.

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Selection Criteria

Interested applicants are required to clearly highlight how they meet the following selection criteria in both their CVs and cover letters. To facilitate the evaluation of candidates, the length of the CV should NOT exceed 3 pages and the length of the cover letter should NOT exceed 2 pages. The evaluation committee reserves the right to not consider candidates whose CV and cover letter exceed this length requirement. The following selection criteria will be applied:

• Has managed a project financed by the Word Bank or the Asian Development Bank, or any other multilateral or bilateral development agency (yes / no)
• Has managed a project in the energy sector (yes / no)
• Has experience working within either a consultant firm, or an energy/power construction company, or a project implementation agency/office, or a power utility.
• Number of years of experience in at least one of the following areas: (i) power generation, (ii) transmission or distribution grids, (iii) mini grids, (iv) solar PV systems,

• Number of years of relevant experience on procurement of goods and/or works

• Number of years of relevant experience in preparing work plans, overseeing work, and drafting reports
• Has demonstrated experience working across units or departments and with various stakeholders (yes / no)
• Has worked in a multicultural team/environment (yes / no)
• Is proficient with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Powerpoint (yes/no)

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The mandatory/desired skills and experiences and selection criteria will be used to make a short list of candidates for interviews. As part of the short listing, candidates might be contacted to better understand their experience or the content of their CVs. The short listed candidates will be invited to an interview. The candidate identified by the interview panel as the most suitable will be invited to negotiate the contract. Referees of the selected candidate may be contacted to verify prior experience, performance, and character traits.

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Annex 1: Description of ARISE Project’s two Components

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Component 1: Electricity Service Expansion?will (i) increase the electricity access rate in Chuuk; (ii) improve the reliability and safety of power supply while enhancing resilience to climate & natural hazards and reducing technical losses in Pohnpei, Yap and Kosrae; and (iii) facilitate preventive grid maintenance for the four power utilities. The Component comprises the following four subcomponents:?

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·?????? Sub-Component 1.1 – Chuuk Islands Electrification – will fund detailed studies, designs, supply, construction, supervision, and commissioning of mini grids in selected five to seven unelectrified islands of Chuuk. Based on selection criteria such as number of households, density of settlements, logistic costs, environmental & social aspects (ease of lease obtention), ease of operation & maintenance consideration, and synergy with other development partners, seven islands have been preselected. Further assessment and consultation will be conducted to select five islands. In each island, depending on the settlement patterns, solar-powered mini grids will be constructed. Each mini grid will comprise solar PV generation, distribution networks, service drops, and prepaid meters to provide electricity service to households, health centers, government & community facilities, and businesses. To facilitate the construction and operation of mini grids, bucket trucks and machinery will be provided.

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·?????? Sub-Component 1.2 – Pohnpei Grid Rehabilitation – will fund the rehabilitation of the distribution grid in Pohnpei main island and facilitate its operation and preventive maintenance. The grid rehabilitation will involve (i) replacing dilapidated primary wooden poles with associated corroded accessories by concrete poles, (ii) replacing wooden cross arms and insulators (enhance safety and reliability during high winds); (iii) upgrading segments of distribution lines including converting some distribution loops from single phase to three phases configuration; and (iv) providing limited critical spare parts (transformers, cross arms, wires, insulators). To facilitate operation of the grid while reducing power outages, the subcomponent will enhance automation by installing SCADA monitoring, replacing air switches by automated remote-controlled switches, and installing automatic fault-detecting reclosers. To enable adequate preventive maintenance and accelerate power restoration after natural and climate hazards facilitate, the subcomponent will provide PUC with three bucket trucks and vegetation management tools.

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·?????? Sub-component 1.3 - Yap Grid Resilience - will construct underground distribution loops/links from feeders to critical facilities—such as the Airport, hospital, water plant facilities, radio station, selected Government buildings and the commercial center—to ensure redundant and more reliable power supply in Yap main island. The distribution links will include elevated (above ground) pad-mounted transformers, switchgears, and remote-controlled switching and reclosing equipment with fiber optic communication cables. Yap has been the most hit state by category 3 and above typhoons, and many unplanned power interruptions (about 70 percent in 2019) have been due to the aerial grid vulnerability to strong winds and heavy rains. To address this important challenge, the proposed interventions will strengthen the grid resilience to climate change induced hazards and improve power reliability. A bucket truck and vegetation management equipment and tools will also be provided.

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·?????? Sub-component 1.4 – Kosrae Grid Rehabilitation – will rehabilitate segments of the distribution network and facilitate preventive maintenance in Kosrae main island. The network rehabilitation will involve the replacement of dilapidated wooden poles, replacement of cross arms and insulators, upgrade of line segments, and replacement/strengthening of protection systems. Like other utilities, the subcomponent will provide KUA with a tree pruning truck and vegetation management equipment and tools to reduce power outages after strong winds or storms.

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Component 2: Renewable Energy Generation?will increase solar energy generation with storage and grid stability controls in Chuuk, Pohnpei, and Yap to reduce diesel generation costs and help achieve GHG emission reduction targets. The component comprises three sub-components:

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·?????? Subcomponent 2.1 – Pohnpei Solar Energy Generation? – will fund detailed studies, designs, supply, installation, commissioning, and supervision of about 2 MW of grid-connected solar PV systems (including solar PV modules, Battery Energy Storage System [BESS], inverters, transformers, control systems,) in the Pohnpei island grid. The solar PV systems is envisioned to be installed at the Pohnlangas solar facility, where there is available land. From the facility, the distribution grid will be assessed and strengthened to ensure adequate power transfer capacity and grid stability.

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·?????? Subcomponent 2.2 – Chuuk Solar Energy Generation?– will fund detailed designs, supply, installation, commissioning, and supervision of about 1.5 MW of grid-connected solar PV systems (including solar PV modules, BESS, inverters, transformers, control systems, necessary roof strengthening or structure erection, and any other ancillary equipment) in the Chuuk’s Weno grid and ensure grid stability. About 1 MW (out of the 1.5 MW) of the total capacity will be installed at the remaining available land at the Weno solar PV facility, whose concept design was carried out and is being constructed under the SEDAP project. The remaining 0.5 MW is expected to be installed on rooftops of selected schools (including the Xavier High School) in Weno. The installation will comply with hurricane/storm resilient standards and practices (e.g.: strengthened bolting, vibration resistant materials)

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·?????? Subcomponent 2.3 – Yap Solar Energy Generation - will fund detailed studies, designs, supply, installation, commissioning, and supervision of about 1 MW of grid-connected solar PV systems (including solar PV modules, BESS, inverters, transformers, control systems, necessary roof strengthening or structure erection, and any other ancillary equipment) in Yap main island. It is envisioned that the solar PV modules will be installed at rooftops of selected public government buildings and feeders will be upgraded to ensure adequate power transfer.

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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 and who have voluntarily subscribed. 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?organizations, 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 or outdated. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC advises those interested in a vacancy to contact the advertising organization directly for specific details on the position. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC will not accept any liability for incorrect information.

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TRAINING ON INTENSIVE CONFLICT RESOLUTION FOR FISHERIES OBSERVERS AND PROGRAMME COORDINATORS

FFA invites proposals in response to the Request for Proposal (RFP Ref No: CP03_2425) from suitably qualified and experienced contractor(s) to provide TTraining on Intensive Conflict Resolution for Fisheries Observers and Programme Coordinators.

Please find the Request for Proposals attached

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The vacancies are obtained from regional and international?organizations, 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 or outdated. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC advises those interested in a vacancy to contact the advertising organization directly for specific details on the position. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC will not accept any liability for incorrect information.

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Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/400

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REPORT WRITING TRAINING FOR FISHERIES OBSERVERS AND PROGRAMME COORDINATORS

FFA invites proposals in response to the Request for Proposal (RFP Ref No: CP04_2425) from suitably qualified and experienced contractor(s) to provide Report Writing training for Fisheries Observers and Programme Coordinators.

Please find the Request for Proposals attached

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The vacancies are obtained from regional and international?organizations, 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 or outdated. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC advises those interested in a vacancy to contact the advertising organization directly for specific details on the position. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC will not accept any liability for incorrect information.

Although we have many email recipients for 'Pacific Vacancies', your address will remain confidential. If you do not want to receive the vacancy announcements anymore, please send a blank email to:

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Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/399

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ASSET MANAGEMENT TRAINING FOR FISHERIES OBSERVERS AND PROGRAMME COORDINATORS

FFA invites proposals in response to the Request for Proposal (RFP Ref No: CP02_2425) from suitably qualified and experienced contractor(s) to provide Asset Management Training for Fisheries Observers and Programme Coordinators.

Please find the Request for Proposals attached

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Kiwa Initiative Grants Officer (Temporary)?

Oceania Regional Office (ORO)

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MAJOR RESPONSIBILITY

The Grants Officer – Temporary will undertake day-to-day administration of the Kiwa Initiative granting component which includes granting processes, procedures, reporting and monitoring and ensuring that they are delivered in a timely, effective and accurate manner according to the IUCN Kiwa Local Projects Component project description of action and Operation Manual (OM).

The specific duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

1.???? Grant Contracting

·?????? Draft each approved grantee contracts and submit to ORO Legal to review and once cleared to send to grantees for their review and comments.

·?????? In collaboration with ORO legal and Kiwa team finalise contract, all annexes and compile the finance questionnaire, due diligence, spending funds form and delegation of authority

·?????? Facilitated the signing of contracts which includes uploading them on DocuSign for signing and arranging signing and grant launch where needed.

·?????? Ensure all contracts are filed and monitor any amendments process.

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2.???? Grant Tracking, monitoring and reporting

·?????? Ensure all grantee technical and financial reports received and filed and facilitate technical review and financial review with Kiwa team meetings and track progress.

·?????? Track grantee Task, Deliverables and log-frame progress for overall M&E purposes.

·?????? Monitor grantees project performance through communication with grantees and through site visits where appropriate.

·?????? Work closely with IUCN ORO Financial Team to review each grantee’s project financial report in line with the overall regional level project budget and expenditure authorizations in accordance with IUCN’s financial management systems and procedures.

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3.???? Programme Planning, Reporting and support

·?????? The staff will be responsible to write the Grants Section of the Kiwa Semi-annual and Annual reports and submit these to the Kiwa Coordinator in a timely manner.

·?????? Provide Kiwa Initiative Programme – Grants Component Annual Work Plan and Budget and provide quarterly updates as part of ORO Programme reporting and tracking of technical and budget tracking and planning process.

·?????? When required provide donors grants data and analysis as required under the IUCN-AFD Kiwa Finance Agreement Log-frame and work plan.

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4.???? Networking

·?????? When required attend and represent IUCN at regional and international meetings to share lessons and present programme lessons and best practices.

·?????? Actively reach out and support where appropriate and link Kiwa programme with other ORO programmes such as the NbS, Marine, PACA and other programmes.

·?????? Support the the Kiwa Coordinator as required through engagement on regional network groups, task forces and committees; representing IUCN and Kiwa Initiative Component A at relevant fora, meetings and workshops at all levels; contribution to IUCN ORO programme planning forums, advisory committees and project reviews.

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5.???? Technical Support

·?????? Develop a thorough understanding of the Kiwa Initiative Component A mechanism,

·?????? Provide regular technical advice to the KI CA Coordinator and assist in work planning and the preparation of reports.

·?????? Support the the KI CA Coordinator as required through engagement on regional network groups, task forces and committees; representing IUCN and Kiwa Initiative Component A at relevant fora, meetings and workshops at all levels; contribution to IUCN ORO programme planning forums, advisory committees and project reviews.

·?????? Contribute to tell the stories from the field of programme highlight from grantees, IUCN coordination and stories from our partners.

·?????? Contribute to information sharing, lessons learning and documentation of project and programme experiences

·?????? Perform other duties as may be assigned

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REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

·?????? University Degree in Law, Natural Resource Management, Ecology, or a relevant field will be an advantage.

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Work Experience

·?????? At least 2-3 years’ experience in project management and good understanding of contracting with good understanding of biodiversity conservation and/or protected areas management, ideally involving terrestrial, freshwater and marine ecosystems, at national and/or regional levels in the Oceania region.

·?????? Experience in communicating and collaborating with management agencies, academic institutions and local, national and regional stakeholders to achieve agreed collective outcomes.

·?????? Proven experience in project administration.

·?????? ?Demonstrated experience in capacity building and working as a facilitator or trainer in a multi-cultural setting.

·?????? Sound English (verbal/written) with excellent communication and presentation skills.

·?????? Proficient in using office applications (MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint) and other web-based management systems

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CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION: 12 SEPTEMBER 2024

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Applications are requested to apply online through the IUCN HR Management System by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the “Apply” button at https://hrms.iucn.org/vacancy/7010

Only short-listed candidates will be notified

IUCN is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from qualifies women and men.

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??OurFish OurFuture Administration Assistant

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Project Overview

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) OurFish OurFuture Project is a cooperative agreement awarded by USAID that seeks to address the drivers of illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing that are degrading coastal fisheries and biodiversity and negatively impacting local livelihoods, food stability, and maritime security in the Pacific Islands region. The five-year project (2021-2026) is implemented by the University of Rhode Island (URI) in collaboration the Locally-Managed Marine Areas Network International Trust (LMMA), World Wildlife Fund (WWF), and The University of the South Pacific (USP). The project aims to collaborate closely with the Pacific Community (SPC), other fisheries organizations, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and civil society organizations (CSOs), and relevant government authorities focusing at regional, national and community levels across six countries in Micronesia and Melanesia: Palau, the Federated States of Melanesia (FSM), the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI), Vanuatu, the Solomon Islands (SI), and Papua New Guinea (PNG).

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The Role

The Administration Assistant will be responsible for providing comprehensive administrative support to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the office, including meeting coordination, communication management, and assisting senior management with various tasks. The position will be under contract with URI and will report to the Finance and Administration Manager. The position will be located at the University of Rhode Island (URI) foreign branch office in Suva, Fiji.

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Key Responsibilities

????????? Organize and schedule meetings, send reminders, arrange catering when needed, and manage meeting logistics.

????????? Provide administrative assistance including research, drafting, editing emails, memos, and preparing communications on behalf of senior management.

????????? Assist in the preparation of reports, travel documents, and presentations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

????????? Prepare travel authorization requests, manage travel expense vouchers, and coordinate travel arrangements.

????????? Monitor and maintain inventory of office supplies, placing orders for new materials as necessary.

????????? Build and maintain strong, trusting relationships with suppliers, partners, and stakeholders.

????????? Maintain comprehensive and accurate files and records, ensuring easy retrieval of information.

????????? Greet and welcome visitors, determine the purpose of their visit, and direct them to the appropriate staff member.

????????? Answer phone calls and emails professionally, take and deliver messages promptly, and ensure clear communication within the office.

????????? Ensure smooth office operations by managing preventive maintenance, resolving equipment malfunctions, scheduling repairs, and responding to any office-related issues.

????????? Oversee tasks such as sorting and distributing mail, and maintaining databases with accurate information.

????????? Take notes during meetings, prepare and distribute meeting minutes, and manage the scheduling of future meetings.

????????? Support in the planning and execution of project workshop and events, preparing country circulars and informing our key contacts on workshops and events, managing administrative functions relating to workshops and meetings, and providing facilitation and logistical support to regional and national workshops and events.

????????? Manage senior management calendars, including scheduling appointments, arranging transportation, booking accommodations, and prioritizing important matters.

????????? Keep the office clean, organized, and well-stocked, including kitchen, conference rooms, storage areas, and communal spaces.

????????? Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Finance and Administration Manager.

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Required Qualifications

The position requires the following qualifications:

·?????? Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in an administrative or finance assistant role.

·?????? Proven experience in managing office tasks such as scheduling, record keeping, and communication.

·?????? A diploma is required; an associate's or bachelor's degree in business administration, office management, or a related field is preferred.

·?????? Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently;

·?????? Fluency in English (both written and spoken English);

·?????? Authorized to work in Fiji.

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Compensation & Benefits:

An attractive package will be offered to the successful candidate based upon appropriate qualifications, experience and skills.

Contract Duration:

Contract duration is for 2 years and to be renewed annually upon positive annual performance through the end of this project being October 2026.

Job Description

For more information on the role and job description, please email info@...

How to Apply:

To apply please email all of the following, in order, in one single PDF file to the OurFish Chief of Party on email only at rjimmy@... and cc the Finance and Administration Manager at vnair@...:

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●????????? Cover letter

●????????? Resume or CV (must include contacts of 3 recent references)

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Deadline: Application will close at 4.00pm (Fiji Time) on 15 September 2024. The position remains open until filled.

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This Project follows US Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity laws and does not discriminate in consideration or hiring of individuals.

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Finance and Procurement Officer

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·?????? Suva-based position (Fiji)

·?????? Attractive expatriate package

·?????? Join the principal development organisation in the region

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The Pacific Community?(SPC) invites applications for the position of?Finance and Procurement Officer?within its Educational Quality and Assessment Programme. This position will be located at its regional office in Suva, Fiji.

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Description

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The?Pacific Community (SPC)?is the principal scientific and technical organisation in the Pacific region, supporting development since 1947. We are an international development organisation owned and governed by our 27 country and territory members. In pursuit of sustainable development to benefit Pacific people, our organisation works across more than 25 sectors. We are known for our knowledge and innovation in such areas as fisheries science, public health, geoscience, and conservation of plant genetic resources for food and agriculture.

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The vision of the?Educational Quality and Assessment Programme (EQAP)?is to be ‘The agency for educational quality in the Pacific region’. Its mission is to enhance the quality of education and training for Pacific learners, so they realize the benefits of lifelong learning. EQAP seeks to promote the following core values within the context of SPC’s corporate values:

????? a culture of quality;

????? a culture of continuous improvement;

????? cultural and political sensitivity;

????? respect for the autonomy and priorities of the education system in each Pacific Island country and territory (PICTs); and

????? assimilation of the expressed needs of countries in its delivery of technical services.

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The role –?Finance and Procurement Officer?will work in accordance with relevant accounting principles and standards and will be responsible for budget preparation, financial monitoring and reporting, audit compliance, procurement and grants and efficient administration through the Division’s central Finance team. The key primary focus of this role is to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the project in strict adherence to the Pacific Community (SPC) and donor requirements.

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The key responsibilities of the role include:

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Budget preparation, monitoring and financial reporting

??????Monitor the overall program/project budget and forecasts, including against the following specific areas; income and expenditure against program/project plan or annual workplan and budgets, outputs and outcomes including monthly analysis of program/project expenditure provided to program/project management team and program/project acquittals.

??????Provide well informed advice to supervisors on budget execution rates outlining challenges and solutions as much as possible.

??????Prepare timely multi-purpose program/project financial (numerical and narrative) reports for SPC, donor, and any external program/project committee or board, technical working groups and others.?

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Project accounting, audit and compliance

??????Facilitate all preparations for any program/project audit and support any external review or evaluation on financial and grant matters. Liaise with auditors to provide required documentation in a timely manner.

??????Ensure expenditures and reporting are compliant with applicable SPC policies and donor requirements and with grant contractual agreements.

??????Ensure all aspects of a program/project’s financial information including accounting transactions, are accurately captured in the SPC financial system, with any discrepancies corrected in a timely manner.

??????Contribute to the division’s risk management processes, including in the work-planning process, as it pertains to financial and compliance risk, identifying potential risks, such as, irregular expenditures not approved in the work plan.

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Procurement and Grants Services

??????Prepare all requests for proposals, requests for quotations and expressions of interest in line with SPC and donor requirements.

??????Provide accurate advice and information to supervisors and staff on the different requirements of procurement and grants.

??????Facilitate all evaluation processes and ensure they are compliant with SPC requirements.

??????Monitor all risks associated with procurement and grant activities.

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Overall administrative support

??????Contribute to the SPC Finance and Procurement shared services agenda which includes knowledge sharing, process refinements / reviews and increasing collaboration.?

??????Facilitate all administration relating to staff travel, meetings, trainings, and field exercises

??????Ensure that all financial acquittals are provided on a timely basis and support documentation is sufficient and adequate

??????Ensure that all program/project finance documentation is well prepared and stored in readily available mediums in line with audit standards.

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For a more detailed account of the key responsibilities, please?refer to the online job description.

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Key selection criteria

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Qualifications

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·??????A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, project management or business administration.

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Technical expertise

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·??????At least 5 years of demonstrated professional experience and competence in project operations / administration and/or finance.

·??????Experience in financial reporting, compliance, and business processes for projects funded.

·??????Demonstrated experience in managing procurement and grant processes.

·??????Experience in preparation of budgets, financial reporting and monitoring of budget and cash flows.

·??????Analytical ability and demonstrated ability to achieve efficiencies with attention to detail.

·??????Strong understanding and experience in use of computerized financial management information systems, preferably Navision.

·??????Ability to foster healthy relationships with vendors and suppliers.

·??????Dealing with different reporting requirements in multi-currency -donor projects.

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Language skills

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????????Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).

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Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

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·??????Ability to work in a multicultural, inclusive and equitable environment.

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Salary, terms and conditions

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Contract Duration?–?Until 30 November 2027?–?subject to renewal depending on funding and performance.

Remuneration?– The?Finance and Procurement Officer?is a band 8 position in SPC’s 2024 salary scale, with a starting salary range of 2,044?2,555 SDR (special drawing rights) per month, which currently converts to approximately FJD 6,091–7,614 (USD 2,719–3,398; EUR 2,534–3,167).?An offer of appointment for an initial contract will normally be made in the lower half of this range, with due consideration given to experience and qualifications.?Progression within the salary scale will be based on annual performance reviews. Remuneration of expatriate SPC staff members is not subject to income tax in Fiji; Fiji nationals employed by SPC in Fiji will be subject to income tax.

Benefits for international employees based in Fiji –?SPC provides a housing allowance of FJD 1,350–3,000 per month.?Establishment and repatriation grant, removal expenses, airfares, home leave travel, health and life and disability insurances and education allowances are available for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Employees are entitled to 25 working days of annual leave per annum and other types of leave, and access to SPC’s Provident Fund (contributing 8% of salary, to which SPC adds a 10% contribution).

Languages?– SPC’s working languages are English and French.

Recruitment principles?–?SPC’s recruitment is based on merit and fairness, and candidates are competing in a selection process that is fair, transparent and non-discriminatory. SPC is an?equal-opportunity employer, and is committed to cultural and gender diversity, including bilingualism, and will seek to attract and appoint candidates who respect these values. Due attention is given to gender equity and the maintenance of strong representation from Pacific Island professionals. If two interviewed candidates are ranked equal by the selection panel, preference will be given to the?Pacific Islander. Applicants will be assured of complete confidentiality in line with SPC’s Privacy Policy.

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Application procedure

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Closing Date: 29 September 2024 at 11:59pm (Fiji time)

Job Reference: JM000727

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Applicants must apply online at?

Hard copies of applications will not be accepted.

For your application to be considered, you must provide us with:

·????an updated resume with contact details for three professional referees

·????a cover letter detailing your skills, experience and interest in this position

·????responses to all screening questions

Your application will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed at shortlisting stage if all the above documents are not provided. Applicants should not attach copies of qualifications or letters of reference. Please ensure your documents are in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.

For international staff in Fiji, only one foreign national per family can be employed with an entity operating in Fiji at any one given time. SPC may assist on a case-by-case basis with submissions to Fiji Ministry of Foreign Affairs for their consideration and final approval. SPC cannot and does not make any guarantee whatsoever of approval for such applications to Fiji Ministry of Foreign Affairs and where an application is approved, the spouse or partner will subject to such terms and conditions as may be set from time to time by the Ministry.

SPC does not charge a fee to consider your application and will never ask for your banking or financial information during the recruitment process.

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Screening Questions (maximum of 2,000 characters per question):

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1.????????Can you please describe your experience in the procurement of goods and services and contract management? Explain the steps you follow.

2.????????Financial reporting is a crucial aspect of this role. What is your process for preparing financial reports? What software or tools do you typically use, and how do you ensure accuracy and timeliness??

3.????????This role involves support for decision making and advice both internally and externally. What are the actions and skills required to carry out this role effectively, providing examples from past experiences?

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Opportunities at the Forum

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2050 Strategy Monitoring Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Adviser

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The Pacific Islands Forum

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The Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) is an Employer of Choice in the region, aiming to recruit and employ staff based on merit and organisational needs, and ensures that employment selection upholds its values and commitment to Forum membership, gender balance and building a diverse and inclusive organisation. PIF is committed to achieving gender balance and being fully representative of our member countries*.? Our workforce is currently over 50% female, and we have representatives from twelve of the eighteen Forum member countries.?

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The Opportunities

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Applications are invited to fill a vacant international position at the Forum in Suva, supporting the interests of member countries. The position will provide leadership and coordinate the implementation and monitoring of the 2050 Strategy. The position is as follows:

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·?????? 2050 Strategy Monitoring Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Adviser

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1.? 2050 Strategy MEL Adviser

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The Forum invites suitably experienced and qualified individuals to apply for the 2050 Strategy MEL Adviser position. The role is to lead, coordinate and support regional efforts to monitor, evaluate, report and learn from the implementation of the 2050 Strategy. The position holder will be responsible for the following responsibilities to name a few:

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·?????? Strengthen 2050 Strategy Monitoring Evaluation and Learning Systems,

·?????? Support learning, collaboration and coordination, for 2050 Strategy MEL process, and the overall MEL culture of the organisation

·?????? Support improved reporting and communication on the 2050 Strategy

·?????? Ensure 2050 Strategy Strategic Pathways are progressed, and

·?????? Provide leadership and project management support as needed.

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The Package

The position carries a competitive and attractive remuneration and benefits package including medical and life insurance. The starting salary for the position is as follows:

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2050 Strategy MEL Adviser

·?????? This position is placed at Band 12 / Adviser level of our salary scale.

·?????? Starting at SDR 44,447 per annum equivalent to FJD 132,638.

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How to apply

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Interested applicants are encouraged to apply through our website: www.forumsec.org where an information package containing the position description and full remuneration details is available. Candidates must include in either their application or Curriculum Vitae the full contact details of three referees.

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To be eligible for this position, applicants must be nationals of Forum member countries. The Forum Secretariat is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Deadline for applications is at 5pm (Fiji time),
Friday 27 September 2024.

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

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The vacancies are obtained from regional and international?organizations, 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 or outdated. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC advises those interested in a vacancy to contact the advertising organization directly for specific details on the position. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC will not accept any liability for incorrect information.

Although we have many email recipients for 'Pacific Vacancies', your address will remain confidential. If you do not want to receive the vacancy announcements anymore, please send a blank email to:

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Opportunities at the Forum

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Team Leader 2050

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The Pacific Islands Forum

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The Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) is an Employer of Choice in the region, aiming to recruit and employ staff based on merit and organisational needs, and ensures that employment selection upholds its values and commitment to Forum membership, gender balance and building a diverse and inclusive organisation. PIF is committed to achieving gender balance and being fully representative of our member countries*.? Our workforce is currently over 50% female, and we have representatives from twelve of the eighteen Forum member countries.?

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The Opportunities

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Applications are invited to fill a vacant international position at the Forum in Suva, supporting the interests of member countries. The position will provide leadership and coordinate the implementation and monitoring of the 2050 Strategy. The position is as follows:

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·?????? Team Leader 2050

1.? Team Leader 2050

The Forum invites suitably experienced and qualified individuals to apply for the position of Team Leader Pacific Regionalism is to Lead and Coordinate the Implementation of the 2050 Strategy. The 2050 Team ensures that the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders and other relevant fora are kept apprised of progress and are able to provide guidance on issues emerging through implementation. The position holder will be responsible for the following responsibilities to name a few:

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·???? Lead and coordinate 2050 strategy implementation,

·???? Lead the monitoring, evaluation and learning for the 2050 Strategy,

·???? Oversee 2050 Communications strategy and planning,

·???? Ensure 2050 Strategy Strategic Pathways are progressed, and

·???? Provide leadership and Team Management.

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The Package

The position carries a competitive and attractive remuneration and benefits package including medical and life insurance. The starting salary for the position is as follows:

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Team Leader 2050

·?????? This position is placed at Band 12 / Adviser level of our salary scale.

·?????? Starting at SDR 44,447 per annum equivalent to FJD 132,638.

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How to apply

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Interested applicants are encouraged to apply through our website: www.forumsec.org where an information package containing the position description and full remuneration details is available. Candidates must include in either their application or Curriculum Vitae the full contact details of three referees.

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To be eligible for this position, applicants must be nationals of Forum member countries. The Forum Secretariat is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Deadline for applications is at 5pm (Fiji time),
Friday 27 September 2024.

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

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The vacancies are obtained from regional and international?organizations, 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 or outdated. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC advises those interested in a vacancy to contact the advertising organization directly for specific details on the position. ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC will not accept any liability for incorrect information.

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Team Leader – Curriculum and Assessment

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????? Suva-based position (Fiji)

????? Attractive expatriate package

????? Join the principal development organisation in the region

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The Pacific Community?(SPC) invites applications for the position of?Team Leader – Curriculum and Assessment?within its Educational Quality and Assessment Programme. This position will be located at its regional office in Suva, Fiji.

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Description

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The?Pacific Community (SPC)?is the principal scientific and technical organisation in the Pacific region, supporting development since 1947. We are an international development organisation owned and governed by our 27 country and territory members. In pursuit of sustainable development to benefit Pacific people, our organisation works across more than 25 sectors. We are known for our knowledge and innovation in such areas as fisheries science, education, public health, geoscience, and conservation of plant genetic resources for food and agriculture.

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The vision of the?Educational Quality and Assessment Programme (EQAP)?is to be ‘The agency for educational quality in the Pacific region’. Its mission is to enhance the quality of education and training for Pacific learners, so they realise the benefits of lifelong learning. EQAP seeks to promote the following core values within the context of SPC’s corporate values:

??????a culture of quality;

????? a culture of continuous improvement;

????? cultural and political sensitivity;

????? respect for the autonomy and priorities of the education system in each Pacific Island country and territory (PICTs); and

????? assimilation of the expressed needs of countries in its delivery of technical services.

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The role –?Team Leader – Curriculum and Assessment?is responsible for the management and leadership of the Curriculum and Assessment team as a section within EQAP, ensuring the delivery of high-quality services to member countries as guided by the current, and future strategic plans.

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The key responsibilities of the role include:

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Curriculum and Assessment Section Management

??????Contribute to the implementation of and updates to the EQAP Business Plan which aligns to the SPC Strategic Plan.

??????Maintain informative working relationships with the relevant stakeholders and partners in education in undertaking the work of the Curriculum and Assessment section.

??????Monitor the implementation and progress of all Curriculum and Assessment section work, ensuring that inputs are fully provided, and that outcomes are evaluated.

??????Ensure that reporting for Curriculum and Assessment section work is complete and submitted as per SPC and/or donor requirements.

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Team performance and leadership

??????Create a team environment that fosters and develops effective working relationships and high performance.

??????Build a strong and effective team capable of providing services of the highest quality.

??????Ensure team members, including service providers, are managed effectively (in particular recruitment, tendering and selection, performance management, and training and development).

??????Monitor the performance and workloads of staff members and service providers to ensure that objectives are met.

??????Develop and monitor contracts of short-term technical experts.

??????Create linkages and integrate with the wider SPC workforce.

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Project Management/Project Financials

??????Develop the Curriculum and Assessment section annual work plan and budget.

??????Prepare and provide accurate financial information to the EQAP Finance Officer.

??????Carry out the day-to-day management, implementation and coordination of all project activities and ensuring project objectives are met.

??????Supervise the implementation of the work plan and monitor it to ensure it is implemented in a timely manner and within budget.

??????Proactively identify and respond to new opportunities that will enhance project objectives.

??????Contribute to and manage the preparation of proposals, including budgets, designed to secure funding that supports initiatives designed either directly or indirectly to improve educational quality.

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Assessment

??????Oversee the professional activities and services delivered under regional assessment programmes.

??????Overall responsibility for the operations and coordination of the SPFSC Qualification.

??????Provide ongoing support to countries for the development and moderation of their national examination papers as well as the review and development of their national assessment policies.

??????Coordinate and supervise the professional activities and services delivered under Classroom-Based assessment initiative.

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Curriculum

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??????Support the Director in negotiating with countries on the implementation of intervention training for teachers.

??????Oversee the design and development of intervention strategies, programs and materials for improving teaching and learning.

??????Provide support for the review and development of national curriculum policy frameworks and bilingual education policies.

??????Support Ministries of Education in the formulation or revision of national teacher competency standards frameworks and development of appraisal procedures, instruments and tools.

??????Oversee and support the implementation of training of curriculum developers for the review and development of curriculum using learning outcomes.

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For a more detailed account of the key responsibilities, please?refer to the online job description.

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Key selection criteria

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Qualifications

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·??????A degree in education.

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Technical expertise

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·??????At least 10 years of teaching experience, with 5 years of experience in curriculum or assessment.

·??????Knowledge of education particularly in educational assessment as well as in curriculum.

·??????Management experience at a national level within an education assessment system.

·??????Experience in building teamwork, initiative and ability to adhere to strict deadlines.

·??????Excellent interpersonal skills.

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Language skills

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????????Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).

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Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

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·??????Ability to work in a multicultural, inclusive and equitable environment.

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Salary, terms and conditions

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Contract Duration?–?Until 30 November 2027?–?subject to renewal depending on funding and performance

Remuneration?– The?Team Leader – Curriculum and Assessment?is a band 11 position in SPC’s 2024 salary scale, with a starting salary range of 3,091?3,864 SDR (special drawing rights) per month, which currently converts to approximately FJD 9,211–11,513 (USD 4,111–5,138; EUR 3,831–4,789).?An offer of appointment for an initial contract will normally be made in the lower half of this range, with due consideration given to experience and qualifications.?Progression within the salary scale will be based on annual performance reviews. Remuneration of expatriate SPC staff members is not subject to income tax in Fiji; Fiji nationals employed by SPC in Fiji will be subject to income tax.

Benefits for international employees based in Fiji –?SPC provides a housing allowance of FJD 1,350–3,000 per month.?Establishment and repatriation grant, removal expenses, airfares, home leave travel, health and life and disability insurances and education allowances are available for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Employees are entitled to 25 working days of annual leave per annum and other types of leave, and access to SPC’s Provident Fund (contributing 8% of salary, to which SPC adds a 10% contribution).

Languages?– SPC’s working languages are English and French.

Recruitment principles?–?SPC’s recruitment is based on merit and fairness, and candidates are competing in a selection process that is fair, transparent and non-discriminatory. SPC is an?equal-opportunity employer, and is committed to cultural and gender diversity, including bilingualism, and will seek to attract and appoint candidates who respect these values. Due attention is given to gender equity and the maintenance of strong representation from Pacific Island professionals. If two interviewed candidates are ranked equal by the selection panel, preference will be given to the?Pacific Islander. Applicants will be assured of complete confidentiality in line with SPC’s Privacy Policy.

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Application procedure

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Closing Date: 29 September 2024 at 11:59pm (Fiji time)

Job Reference: JM000725

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Applicants must apply online at?

Hard copies of applications will not be accepted.

For your application to be considered, you must provide us with:

·????an updated resume with contact details for three professional referees

·????a cover letter detailing your skills, experience and interest in this position

·????responses to all screening questions

Your application will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed at shortlisting stage if all the above documents are not provided. Applicants should not attach copies of qualifications or letters of reference. Please ensure your documents are in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.

For international staff in Fiji, only one foreign national per family can be employed with an entity operating in Fiji at any one given time. SPC may assist on a case-by-case basis with submissions to Fiji Ministry of Foreign Affairs for their consideration and final approval. SPC cannot and does not make any guarantee whatsoever of approval for such applications to Fiji Ministry of Foreign Affairs and where an application is approved, the spouse or partner will subject to such terms and conditions as may be set from time to time by the Ministry.

SPC does not charge a fee to consider your application and will never ask for your banking or financial information during the recruitment process.

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Screening Questions?(maximum of 2,000 characters per question):

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1.????????Outcomes-based assessment is being implemented in several Pacific Island countries. How does outcomes-based assessment differ from more traditional assessment approaches and what, in your opinion, makes it appropriate for use in the region?

2.????????What do you do to implement quality assurance in developing assessment tools and/or curriculum materials?

3.????????In your view, what are the two biggest challenges facing Pacific Island education systems in terms of curriculum and assessment?

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