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Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2025/67

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Bina Region Arrangements for Governance (BRAG) Coordinator – Solomon Islands

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• Support the Bina Harbour Tuna Processing Plant project in Solomon Islands
• Full-time | 24-month contract with potential to extend
• Based in Honiara, Solomon Islands, with travel to Malaita Province

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The New Zealand Government, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT), is partnering with the Solomon Islands Government (SIG) to support the establishment of the Bina Harbour Tuna Processing Plant (BHTPP). As part of this, the MFAT and the Solomon Islands Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (MFMR) are seeking a Bina Region Arrangements for Governance (BRAG) Coordinator to lead and coordinate the work to establish area governance arrangements to ensure equitable benefits to communities and individuals who will host the project on their customary lands, seas, and waters.

This role will sit in the BRAG unit of the Bina Harbour Project Office (BHPO) and be contracted directly to MFAT.? This role will manage staff and consultants of the BRAG Unit.

This key position reports to the BHPO Manager, as Team Leader, on implementation of workplans to develop and sustain governance arrangements for landowners and rights holders , as well as capacity-building activities for local communities. You will work closely with stakeholders across government, communities, and partner organizations to ensure the project’s success in fostering equitable benefits for all parties involved.

The Key Functions for the BRAG Coordinator are to:

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• Lead the implementation of BRAG contracted services according to the Grant Funding Arrangement, design document, and costed workplans.
• Manage a team, ensuring effective coordination, collaboration, and performance.
• Develop and manage the annual costed workplan for BRAG activities, ensuring activities are planned, coordinated, reviewed, and revised in accordance with allocated funding, the BRAG design document and BHPO Implementation Plan.
• Oversee the development and sustenance of governance structures, including trust entities and commercial entities for landowners, and manage land and water access agreements.
• Support capacity-building activities and trustee elections, while engaging stakeholders from the Malaita Provincial Government, local communities, and other entities.
• Track project progress, ensuring timely reporting and compliance with project timelines and budgets.
• Oversee procurement processes, consultant payments, and community engagement, ensuring smooth project delivery.

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The qualifications and expertise required to be successful in this role will include (among other things):

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• A relevant tertiary qualification.
• At least 5 years of experience in managing related projects, including experience as a team leader.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience working in the Pacific, with at least 2 years spent in Solomon Islands preferred.
• Proven experience in managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects with a focus on community engagement and area governance frameworks.
• Familiarity with land tenure, governance structures, and community development, with an understanding of local cultural sensitivities.
• Ability to manage budgets, report on expenditures, and oversee procurement processes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with proficiency in English (Pidgin language skills are highly desirable).

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This role is ideal for a strong Project Coordinator with experience in land governance and community engagement. If you have a deep understanding of local arrangements, cultural awareness, and a proactive approach to project delivery, we encourage you to apply.

As BRAG Coordinator, you will be required to build positive and productive relationships with BHPO team members, senior SIG officials and key stakeholders. You will have the ability to recognise the importance of stakeholder engagement, quickly grasp and understand technical issues, be highly organised and self-motivated and understand and respect the culture and diversity of the environment. You will be proactive, politically astute and contribute actively to New Zealand’s International Development Cooperation programme.

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The appointee will be expected to adhere to the professional standards of a senior technical advisor and maintain integrity, objectivity and political neutrality during the assignment.

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This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a significant development initiative that will have a lasting impact on the livelihoods of Solomon Islanders. The initial assignment will be for a maximum of 480 days over 24 months. The role is based full-time in Honiara with travel to Malaita Province. The contract will commence in April 2025.

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MFAT is Rainbow Tick accredited. We value diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported, valued, and a sense of belonging.? We welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds.? You can find out more about our staff networks and our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy :

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Closing date for applications:??????????? 5:00pm (NZ Time) on Tuesday 4^th March 2025.

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Hudson Global Resources has been engaged to manage this procurement process. If you would like to discuss the contract terms or have any queries about the package details, please reach out for more information. For all correspondence, requests, or to obtain a copy of the full Role Description, please contact:

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Jessica McKinnon

Account Manager

Phone: +64 27 277 4865

Email: jessica.mckinnon@...

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