FSM Government: Consultancy - Development of Operational Procedures for Career Counseling and Training Materials: 2024/715+
Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/715+ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Development of Operational Procedures for Career Counseling and Training Materials Please find TORs attached REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (INDIVIDUAL CONSULTING SERVICES) Federated States of Micronesia FSM Skills and Employability Enhancement Project Grant No.: D-9870 Assignment Title: Development of Operational Procedures for Career Counseling and Training Materials Reference No. (as per Procurement Plan): FM-NDOE-468597-CS-INDV The National Department of Education received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the FSM Skills and Employability Enhancement Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The consulting services (“the Services”) include conducting a thorough review of current practices, develop unified operational procedures for career counseling, and provide specialized training for counselors at the state level. These efforts are designed to improve the effectiveness of career guidance and ensure that counselors are better equipped to support students in both academic and career planning . Specifically, the Consultant will provide support in the following areas: Development of Operational Schools Career Guidance Procedures Development and Implementation of a High School Career Guidance and Job Matching Strategy Development of Career Guidance Resources for High Schools Training of Master Trainers (MToT) Program for High School Career Counselors The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment is annexed to this REOI and can be found at the FSM Department of Finance and Administration (DOFA) website’s Career Opportunities page at https://dofa.gov.fm/vacancies/. The National Department of Education 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 by submitting: A current curriculum vitae/resume with a description of experience in similar assignments and conditions A cover letter with a concise summary of their qualifications and relevant work experience The criteria for selecting the Consultant are: Mandatory requirements A master's degree in education, counseling, or a related field. At least 10 years of experience in career counseling or guidance, with a minimum of 7 years specifically in vocational education and training. Strong understanding of best practices in career counseling, including job matching and vocational education pathways. Proven experience in designing and delivering effective training programs for educators in career counseling or guidance. Desirable requirements Familiarity with the educational and cultural context of the FSM or similar regions. Ability to effectively mentor and support career counseling practitioners in their professional development. The attention of interested Consultants 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 8am to 5pm (local time). Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form with the latest CV/resume and work sample(s) to the address below by e-mail by 3pm on Friday, January 10, 2024 Pohnpei time. FSM National Department of Education Attn: Hyunjeong Lee, Project Manager P.O. Box PS 87, Palikir, Pohnpei, FM 96941 Tel: +691-320-5219 E-mail: hyunjeong.lee@... with a copy to angelyne.aten@... and ciu.dofa@... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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 voluntar
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Marshall Islands Government: Consultancy - Personnel Audit for The Marshall Islands Public School System: 2024/714+
Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/714+ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Personnel Audit for The Marshall Islands Public School System JOB OPPORTUNITY Consultant – Personnel Audit System Capacity Grant for RMI (GPE) The Republic of the Marshall Islands seeks qualified candidates. Consultancy Services: Personnel Audit for The Marshall Islands Public School System The Marshall Islands Public School System seeks a qualified consultant to perform a comprehensive personnel audit. This initiative assesses and enhances our workforce alignment and efficacy in fulfilling educational and administrative commitments. Scan the QR code in the attached document for the full TOR. Consultancy duration: 12 months Closing Date for Submissions is 5:00 pm (MAJ time) on 10 January 2025. SUBMISSION: To apply for this role, please submit your resume and cover letter to skonelios@... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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]
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SPC (Vanuatu-based): Project Manager, Enhancing Adaptation and Community Resilience by Improving Water Security: 2024/713
Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/713 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Project Manager, Enhancing Adaptation and Community Resilience by Improving Water Security ? Port-Vila-based position ? Attractive expatriate package ? Join the principal development organisation in the region The Pacific Community (SPC) invites applications for the position of Project Manager, Enhancing Adaptation and Community Resilience by Improving Water Security within its GEM division located in Port-Vila, Vanuatu. Description 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. The Geoscience Energy and Maritime Division provides advice, technical assistance, research and training support to Pacific Island countries and territories (PICTs). There are three (3) areas of scientific programming and two areas of focus within this division: 1. Oceans and Maritime Programme (OMP) – assists member countries with services that provide applied ocean science and knowledge for evidence-based policy-making and technical solutions for improved ocean and maritime governance, management and capacity development. 2. Georesources and Energy Programme (GEP) – assists member countries by applying technical knowledge in the areas of geoscience and sustainable energy use. 3. Disaster and Community Resilience Programme (DCRP) – assists member countries to demonstrate strengthened resilience through integrated action on disaster risk management, climate change adaptation, natural resource management and increased access to water and sanitation. The role – the Project Manager, Enhancing Adaptation and Community Resilience by Improving Water Security will primarily be responsible for the overall project management and delivery of the Enhancing Adaptation and Community Resilience by Improving Water Security project (herewith referred to as the Vanuatu Water Security project). This includes project management, procurement, team coordination, oversight of financial management, performance and reporting, risk management and the provision of high-level advice to participating Government of Vanuatu agencies, partners and SPC. The key responsibilities of the role include the following: Overall leadership and governance of the Vanuatu Water Security Project ? Strategic leadership of the project at all levels, and development of effective working relationships. ? Establishment and maintenance of the resources, systems and enabling environments needed for effective Project implementation. ? Day-to-day management, implementation and coordination of all Project activities. ? Oversight and management of all funded services, supplies and equipment. ? Effective monitoring, evaluation and reporting of Project implementation. Coordination and management of agreed project deliverables ? Effectively coordinate and manage project actions to empower communities to plan and manage climate resilient water resources. ? Effectively coordinate and manage project actions to enhance rural water infrastructure in target communities. ? Effectively coordinate and manage project actions to strengthen capacity of provincial and national institutions to address climate risks associated with water security. Management and maintenance of working relationships between key project partners, actors and stakeholders ? Establish and maintain effective working relationships between key project partners, actors and stakeholders. Provision of strategic advice and support to strengthen the efficacy of SPC programmes and sup
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SPC (New Caledonia-based): Project Officer: 2024/712
Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/712 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Project Officer within the Partnerships, Integration and Resource Mobilisation Office ? Noumea-based position ? Attractive expatriate package ? Join the principal development organisation in the region The Pacific Community (SPC) invites applications for the position of Project Officer within its Partnerships, Integration and Resource Mobilisation Office. This position will be located at its headquarters in Noumea, New Caledonia. Description 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. The Partnerships, Integration and Resource Mobilisation (PIRMO) is a newly established function at SPC, in 2021. The role – the Project Officer will provide technical support to successfully mobilise Unlocking Blue Pacific Prosperity (UBPP). Under the Unlocking Blue Pacific Prosperity, he/she will support planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting of project activities. The Project Officer will also provide operational support to PIRMO more broadly and engage and maintain positive working relationships and excellent customer service with PIRMO stakeholders. The key responsibilities of the role include the following: Ensure PIRMO operations are supported, managed and reported on. ? Manages all core and project-related operational matters in line with SPC policies and procedures. ? Undertakes operational support in accordance with SPC processes. ? Executes office administration activities. ? Support the Directors office in overseeing financial matters in compliance with SPCs regulations, respond to strategic requests, including providing inputs to financial audits, accruals, forecasts, and budget. ? Develops and monitors the establishment of a PIRMO knowledge management hub and systems. ? Develops and monitors meeting and workshop budgets and expenditure, ensuring value for money. ? Establishes and maintains internal protocols on information and document management, risk management, training and development and other team management processes. ? Provides backstopping support to other project teams within SPC with approval from PIRMO Director. ? Serves as primary point of contact and liaise with vendors, including a) catering, b) printing c) stationery d) merchandise and others as needed. ? Supports the management of information (hard and e-copy) for all financial related information. Provide project coordination support to UBPP. ? Work with the broader PIRMO team to develop and implement all project activities. ? Coordinates and tracks project activities for UBPP and any other projects within a small team and agile environment. ? Support development and timely submission of UBPP activities including, finance, procurement and other administrative tasks. ? Recruit UBPP personnel and consultants. Includes the mandatory steps in drafting terms of reference, grading, and overseeing the recruitment and onboarding process. ? Coordinate partner conversations in conjunctions with the Director and other team members. ? Oversee all procurement processes adhering to SPC policies. ? Support preparation of progress and financial reports and ensuring the accuracy and timely submission. ? Ensure accurate and timely reporting of all interventions including training and technical assistance. Stakeholder relationships, engagement, networking and coordination. ? Provide guidance on the practical application of protocol in an innovative and evolving public/private sector venture. ? Devel
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SPC (New Caledonia-based): Senior Software Developer: 2024/711
Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/711 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Senior Software Developer in the Fisheries, Aquaculture and Marine Ecosystems (FAME) Division ? Noumea-based position ? Attractive expatriate package ? Join the principal development organisation in the region The Pacific Community (SPC) invites applications for the position of Senior Software Developer in its Fisheries, Aquaculture and Marine Ecosystems (FAME) Division, located at its headquarters in Noumea, New Caledonia. Description 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. 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 Software Developer will undertake software development within the Oceanic Fisheries Programme (OFP) Section at the senior level. The key responsibilities of the role include the following: Software/systems development support for SPC members ? Design, develop and maintain national fisheries database management systems, in particular, the TUFMAN2 tuna fisheries database management system. OFP database management systems, tools and data workflows ? Design, develop, document and maintain the regional tuna fisheries database systems for the registration, entry, importing and querying of data. ? Design, develop, document and maintain data workflows. ? Dissemination of OFP data and data summaries in accordance with the OFP policy on the dissemination of data, as requested. Capacity building of SPC members ? Oversee the organisation, design and delivery of data management training. ? Train national staff in the use of in-country fisheries database management systems. ? Provide advice and technical assistance on IT infrastructure and network setup. Arrange solutions for those that need hardware / software upgrades. Regional oceanic fishery data management services for WCPFC, FFA and PNA ? Incorporate data provided by WCPFC members under the WCPFC’s data provision policy into existing databases and facilitate access of WCPFC Secretariat staff to those data as appropriate. ? Provide data analysis and management services to the WCPFC Secretariat. ? Disseminate WCPFC data and data summaries in accordance with the WCPFC Rules and Procedures for the Protection, Access to and Dissemination of Data compiled by the Commission, as requested. ? Provide data analysis and management services to FFA and the PNA. For a more detailed account of the key responsibilities, please refer to the online job description. Key selection criteria Qualifications ? Master’s degre
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SPC (Tonga-based): Programmes Officer, Polynesia Regional Office: 2024/710
Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/710 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Programmes Officer within the Polynesia Regional Office ? Tonga-based position ? Attractive expatriate package ? Join the principal development organisation in the region The Pacific Community (SPC) invites applications for the position of Programmes Officer within its Polynesia Regional Office located at its regional office in Nuku’alofa, Tonga. Description 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. The Polynesia Regional Office will lead on strengthening engagement and relationships with members towards better coordination, planning and delivery of regional programmes and services across the Polynesia sub-region. This includes strengthening integrated programming efforts and development of strategic approaches to country programming in Polynesian countries to increase sustainable development impacts and results for SPC members in particular progressing their Sustainable Development Goals. As part of programming, the work of PRO will also facilitate the harmonisation of approaches and contextualised models for programme execution in Polynesia. The role – the Programmes Officer will support programme coordination, implementation and delivery in the Polynesia Member Countries (PMCS) of SPC. The key responsibilities of the role include the following: PRO Office operations ? Support day-to-day operations for PRO in collaboration with the Regional Director. ? Assist the Regional Director PRO in strategic planning to ensure that the work of PRO meets the needs of SPC’s PMC and other programme stakeholders. ? Contribute to the development of the annual workplan for the PRO consistent with the PRO Business Plan. ? Contribute to PRO and corporate publications and reports. Regional Programme Coordination, Implementation and Monitoring ? Support coordination of regional programmes and projects for SPC’s 10 members in Polynesia, including American Samoa, the Cook Islands, French Polynesia, Niue, Pitcairn, Samoa, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu and Wallis and Futuna. ? Support programme implementation, monitoring, evaluation and learning in collaboration with SPL and SPC technical programmes and divisions across Polynesia. ? Coordinate with SPC programme and technical divisions on delivery to PMC. ? Provide support to the Regional Director on engagement at annual national development forums/dialogues across PMC. ? Support the implementation of PMC protocol for engagement as outlined in the Communication and Engagement Strategy. Country Programming ? Support the implementation of a country programming model for PMC in collaboration with SPL. ? Support the development of country programmes for all Polynesian countries in collaboration with SPL, IRMO and SPC technical and scientific divisions and programmes. ? Support engagement and consultations with PMC on country programming. ? Support track progress on country programming implementation in collaboration with country focal points and SPC Divisional Directors. Project Management ? Support project management for all PRO projects. ? Support the management of SPC projects implemented in PMC. For a more detailed account of the key responsibilities, please refer to the online job description. Key selection criteria Qualifications ? Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (development studies, economic development or a related field) or equivalent body of knowledge and experience. Technical expertise ? 7 years of relevant expe
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PACER Plus Implementation Unit: RfP - Development of the Pacific Guidelines on Sustainable Labour Migration Reintegration: 2024/709+
Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/709+ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Request for Proposal: Procurement of Services Development of the Pacific Guidelines on Sustainable Labour Migration Reintegration Consultancy type: Individual Consulting Firm Consortia of individual consultants Background: The Arrangement on Labour Mobility (ALM) is an annex to the PACER Plus, and provides a regional framework to increase labour mobility cooperation in the region. The ALM was signed in 2017 by the following countries: Australia, Cook Islands, Kiribati, Nauru, New Zealand, Niue, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu. The PACER Plus Implementation Unit (PPIU) is seeking proposals from suitably qualified locally and international based consultants who wish to provide services to develop the Pacific Guidelines on Sustainable Labour Migration. Reintegration is increasingly understood to include the workers, their families and communities, and the broader social, economic, and governance environment in both labour sending and labour receiving countries. According to the International Organization for Migration (IOM), reintegration can be considered sustainable when returnees have reached levels of economic self-sufficiency, social stability within their communities, and psychosocial well-being that allow them to cope with (re)migration drivers. Having achieved sustainable reintegration, returnees are able to make further migration decisions a matter of choice, rather than necessity “. As such, a more integrated and nuanced reintegration approach that is adapted to the specific needs of Pacific labour mobility workers is needed. Please find the full TORs attached. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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]
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PACER Plus Implementation Unit: RfP - Tonga Cruise Tourism Strategy: 2024/708+
Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/708+ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Request for Proposal: Procurement of Services Tonga Cruise Tourism Strategy Consultancy type: Individual Consulting Firm Consortia of individual consultants Background: A key objective of PACER Plus is to increase trade in services by delivering key service sector development strategies and plans. The PACER Plus Implementation Unit (PPIU) is seeking proposals from suitably qualified locally and international based consultants who wish to provide services to develop the Tonga Cruise Tourism Strategy and Action Plan. Tourism exists as one of the key economic sectors for Tonga contributing to about 11% of GDP. The sector however was significantly impacted not only by the COVID-19 pandemic but more so by the 2022 volcanic eruption and tsunami. Tonga is now looking to rebuild its tourism industry and to consider tourism market segments that can drive the recovery of the country’s industry. Cruise tourism is a potential market segment that has the potential to contribute to tourism growth and recovery in Tonga and the Tongan government is seeking to harness this potential through more strategic, concerted efforts to optimise the sustainable economic contribution of cruise tourism to the Tongan economy. Please find the full TORs attached. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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]
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SPC (Fiji-based): Director Strategy Performance and Learning: 2024/707
Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/707 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Director Strategy Performance & Learning within the Strategy, Performance and Learning Division ? Suva-based position ? Attractive expatriate package ? Join the principal development organisation in the region The Pacific Community (SPC) invites applications for the position of Director Strategy Performance & Learning within its Strategy, Performance and Learning Division. This position will be located at its regional office in Suva, Fiji. Description 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. The Strategy, Performance and Learning Division (SPL) is a specialised unit within SPC’s Office of the Director-General. SPL has staff based at our headquarters in Noumea, as well as our regional office in Suva. The team has the following core functions: (i) guiding strategic direction through development of the Pacific Community Strategic Plan and facilitation of the Subcommittee of the Council of Representatives of Governments and Administration (CRGA) that oversights the implementation of the plan (ii) increasing development effectiveness through leading and coordinating corporate monitoring, evaluation, reflection, reporting and learning; (iii) supporting the Director-General and the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) in undertaking strategic corporate initiatives, including organisational planning, organisational improvement or research and co-design of innovative and integrated projects and programmes, and iv) serving as a strategic coordination point for key relationships with external stakeholders, including member countries and territories, donors and development partners. The role – the Director Strategy Performance & Learning will provide leadership in developing and monitoring the implementation of the Pacific Community Strategic Plan; foresight and futures thinking; business level planning, integration and innovation design, strategic country engagement; MEL processes and capacity for programme quality, improvement and impact and results analytics and reporting for accountability and learning. The key responsibilities of the role include the following: Strengthening SPC responsiveness, positioning and value to the region through Strategy, Foresight & Futures thinking and practice ? Lead the development of futures focussed strategies, taking into account global, regional and emerging trends impacting the sustainable development of the Pacific. ? Lead strategic foresight, and evidence synthesis for complex problem solving and decision making with Executive and the CRGA. ? Co design with the membership and lead the monitoring and adaptation of the Pacific Community strategic direction and coherence across OneSPC implementation mechanisms. ? Conceptualise, design and deliver a foresight and innovation learning agenda that informs the Pacific community longer term strategic capacity and capabilities. ? Lead the facilitation of the CRGA Subcommittee on the Implementation of the Strategic Plan. ? Lead consultations with members, CROP, UN and other partners on SPC strategic and business planning and alignment with national sustainable development plans and global and regional commitments including the SDGs and the Blue Pacific 2050 Strategy. ? Represent SPC and the Director General at significant regional and international forums and lead effective negotiation of initiatives in key priority areas where required. Increasing SPC’s development effectives through Plan
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FSM Government: REI - Curriculum Development and Master Training of Trainers for Agriculture Program for High Schools: 2024/706+/
Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/706+ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Curriculum Development and Master Training of Trainers for Agriculture Program for High Schools in the Federated States of Micronesia REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (REOI) CONSULTANT’S QUALIFICATIONS BASED SELECTION (CQS) Project Name FSM Skills and Employability Enhancement Project Grant Number D-9870 Implementing Agency FSM National Department of Education Contract Name Curriculum Development and Master Training of Trainers for Agriculture Program for High Schools in the Federated States of Micronesia Contract Reference Number FM-NDOE-453359-CS-CQS Intended Start Date March 2025 The FSM National Department of Education has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the FSM Skills and Employability Enhancement (SEE) project and intends to apply part of the proceeds for the following consulting services. The Services include the provision of technical and capacity-building support to the Government of FSM in developing market-relevant career and technical education (CTE) curricula at high-school level. Specifically, the Services will focus on: conducting needs assessments in all four FSM states developing CTE curricula and relevant instruments designing and providing training of master trainers assisting pilot high schools in pilot-testing the new curricula providing ongoing technical assistance and post-pilot MTOT follow-up The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment is attached to this REOI. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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]
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DT Global / Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform (Nauru-based): Chief Financial Systems: 204/705
Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/705 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Chief Financial Systems Are you a financial systems expert ready to lead and optimise key financial information systems in Nauru? Join us to make a meaningful impact on the governance and fiscal efficiency of this Pacific Island nation. Contract to June 2025, with the possibility of extension This role is based in Yaren, Nauru; however, for the right candidate, we are open to considering flexible working arrangements Open to both national and international candidates Accompanied role with a competitive remuneration and benefits package. Applicants from this position may be used to establish a merit list for similar roles in other Pacific countries. The Nauru-Australia Program on Economic Governance is seeking an experienced and motivated Chief Financial Systems with a proven track record in optimising financial information systems, especially TechnologyOne (TechOne), and SaaS solutions, ensuring system stability, and integrating other systems. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, respectful, flexible, and resilient financial systems specialist with a keen focus on enhancing financial reporting and system architecture and fostering strong cooperation and relationship management across various divisions and stakeholders. The Government of Nauru has made significant commitments to improve its economic and fiscal governance. The role of Chief Financial Systems within the Department of Finance, will be responsible for leading the Corporate Services Unit to optimise financial systems and ensure transfer of skills. The position is an accompanied posting to June 2025, with the potential to extend. This role is based in Yaren, Nauru; however, for the right candidate, we are open to considering flexible working arrangements, including the possibility of a combination of in-country and remote work. A competitive international standard remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate, including housing, vehicle, leave and return airfares for international candidates. Click on the link or copy and paste it to access the full Terms of Reference for this position: http://tiny.cc/2co1001 About the Nauru-Australia Program on Economic Governance The program is designed to support the economic and fiscal governance required for the Government of Nauru to be cost-efficient and equitable in its delivery of core services, as outlined in the Nauru Sustainable Development Strategy 2019-2030. The 8-year program is funded by the Australian Government and delivered through the Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform (Partnerships Platform). About the Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform The Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform is an Australian Government initiative funded by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and managed by DT Global. It provides Pacific countries with a suite of flexible, fit-for-purpose options that support broad governance, stability, and development outcomes. About the Department of Finance The Department of Finance (DoF) is an important government agency mandated to oversee and coordinate the effective management of public finance and resources. Its mission is to ensure that the financial resources of the Republic of Nauru are managed in accordance with the law and utilised efficiently and effectively. For more information about the department, please visit: https://naurufinance.info/about-us/. About you We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate a high degree of flexibility, respect, resilience and adaptability, and a preparedness to work with limited resources and overcome challenges. The ability to successfully build and manage relationships with a broad range of stakeholders is essential. To be successful in this role, you will have tertiary qualifications in computer science, information technology, software development, or a related discipline. Proven experience in managing and operating financial information systems, pa
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Abt Global / Australian Aid: Fiji Program Support Platform Vacancies: 2024/699-704+
Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/699-704+ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Fiji Program Support Platform Job Opportunities FPSP, also referred to as the ‘Platform’, a Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) investment, will contribute to the delivery of Fiji’s national development priorities, in line with the Australia’s International Development Policy, the Fiji-Australia Vuvale Partnership and the Development Partnership Plan. The Platform will deliver key bilateral programs, such as health, education, scholarships, social infrastructure, governance, climate and emergency preparedness and response. Platform activities will identify and address climate risks, promote climate action, and gender equality, disability and social inclusion (GEDSI) across and beyond the sector programs. We are seeking passionate and suitably qualified and experienced applications for the following positions based in Suva: Position Location Sector Link to application Application closing date Project Managers (Health/Education) Suva Australia Fiji Infrastructure Programs Apply here 4 January 2025 Senior Project Managers (Health/Education) * Suva Australia Fiji Infrastructure Programs Apply here 4 January 2025 Cross-cutting Priorities Lead * Suva Platform Management Unit Apply here 4 January 2025 Team Leader, Governance * Suva Institutional Partnerships Program Apply here 5 January 2025 Performance, Learning & Communications Lead * Suva Platform Management Unit Apply here 8 January 2025 Vuvale Implementation Coordination Officer, Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) * Suva Institutional Partnerships Program Apply here 8 January 2025 *open to international and national applicants TO APPLY Interested applicants can search for the above-mentioned positions via Abts Career website https://www.abtglobal.com/careers/join-us-apply-now and submit a cover letter and current CV. Please apply online via the relevant link for the position and submit a cover letter and current CV. For questions and clarifications, please email fpsp@.... Please note that applications received via email will not be processed. Abt Global values individuality and celebrates difference with a strong commitment to diversity, equality, racial equity, gender, and disability inclusion. We strongly encourage women, men, people with diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities to apply for this position. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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]
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Pacific Islands Forum (Fiji-based): Team Leader Communications: 2024/698
Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/698 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ PACIFIC ISLANDS FORUM Opportunity at the Forum: Team Leader Communications The Pacific Islands Forum The Pacific Islands Forum is an Employer of Choice in the region, aiming to recruit and employ staff based on merit and organisational needs. The Pacific Islands Forum also ensures that its employment selection upholds its values and commitment to Forum membership, gender balance, and to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that is 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. To achieve greater workforce representation from all Forum member countries, we strongly encourage applicants from the following countries to apply: Federated States of Micronesia, French Polynesia, Nauru, Niue, New Caledonia, and Palau. The Opportunity The Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat invites suitably experienced and qualified individuals to apply for the Team Leader Communications position. Reporting to the Deputy Secretaries General, the role is to provide quality oversight of all forms of communication and public affairs activities to strengthen the role of media and stakeholder engagement for the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat. Specific accountabilities for the position encompass the following key result areas : · Uses a strategic approach to prioritise and drive communications; · Leads on external communications; · Supports internal teams to deliver targeted communications; · Promotes the work of the Forum and the Members; and · Drives awareness, action, and advocacy, to advance the priorities of the Leaders. Applicants should have a master’s degree in the fields of media and communicationswith at least 10 years of relevant work experience. Applicants should have excellent communication and analytical skills, is a critical thinker, with sound judgement and understanding of the Pacific’s political and economic development landscape. Candidates should also have a sound knowledge of and experience in Pacific media and communications, institutions, and processes, with experience in writing and editing of speeches and press statements, as well as participation and engagement in international meetings. The Benefits The position carries a competitive and attractive remuneration and benefits package, including allowances for housing and education, and medical, accident, and life insurance coverage. The position is at the Band 12, Adviser level of the PIFS salary scale. The starting salary for position is SDR 45,113 per annum, which is equivalent to FJD 135,800. For non-Fijian nationals, this salary may be tax-free. Note: Amounts are based on the 1 December 2024 foreign exchange rates, but the final salary will be dependent on foreign exchange rates at the time of payment. How to apply Interested applicants can find out more information on the PIFS website: www.forumsec.org, where an information package containing the full responsibilities, selection criteria, and remuneration details, is available. Applicants must include in either their application or Curriculum Vitae the full contact details of three (3) referees. To be eligible for this position, the applicant must be a national of a Forum member country*. Applicant must be willing to travel periodically via economy class. The deadline for applications is Friday 10 January 2025, 5pm (Fiji Time) *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. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE NOTE: ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC provides this vacancy announcement to those specialists on our database who have pro
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Pacific Islands Forum (Fiji-based): Legal Counsel: 2024/697
Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/697 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ PACIFIC ISLANDS FORUM Opportunity at the Forum: Legal Counsel The Pacific Islands Forum The Forum (PIF) is an Employer of Choice in the region, aiming to recruit and employ staff based on merit and organisational needs,. PIF ensures that its employment selection upholds its values and commitment to Forum membership, gender balance, and building a diverse and inclusive organisation, that is fully representative of our member countries. Currently, our workforce is currently over 50% female, and we have representatives from twelve of the eighteen Forum member countries. To achieve greater workforce representation from our member countries we strongly encourage applicants from the following countries to apply: Federated States of Micronesia, French Polynesia, Nauru, Niue, New Caledonia, and Palau The Opportunity The position reports to the Deputy Secretaries General and will work across the Secretariat to advance the work of the Secretariat with legal related implications, particularly in the area of international law, but also in corporate legal matters. The position holder will be responsible for the following responsibilities to name a few: · Providing legal analysis and advice on issues concerning the work of PIF · Convening of Forum Meetings and Representation of the Forum’s interests to relevant international bodies · Management of the Forum’s treaty depositary role and assistance in the provision of other in-house legal advice and services · Team Performance & Leadership, and · Training and Development Applicants should have an advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) in Law (preferably combined with international relations and/or diplomacy) with demonstrated experience, of at least 8 years of professional work experience in international law-related work, including 3 years in senior legal roles requiring strong lateral management, relationship building, strategy formulation, and cross-functional leadership. Candidates with proven ability to undertake the above-mentioned responsibilities and have the required competencies are encouraged to apply. The Benefits The position carries a competitive and attractive remuneration and benefits package, including allowances for housing and education; and medical, accident, and life insurance coverage. The position is at the Band 12 Adviser level of the PIFS salary scale. The starting salary for the position is SDR 45,113 per annum, which is equivalent to FJD 135,800. Note: Amounts are based on the 1 December foreign exchange rate, but the final salary will be dependent on foreign exchange rates at the time of payment. How to apply Interested applicants can find out more information on our website: www.forumsec.org where an information package containing the full responsibilities, selection criteria, and remuneration details, is available. Candidates must include in either their application or Curriculum Vitae the full contact details of three referees. For non-Fijian nationals, this salary may be tax-free. To be eligible for this position, the applicant must be a national of a Forum member country*. Applicants must be willing to travel periodically via economy class. The deadline for applications is Friday 10 January 2025, 5pm (Fiji Time). *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. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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 pro
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SPC (Fiji-based): Facilities Manager: 2024/696
Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/696 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Facilities Manager within the Operations Management Directorate · 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 Facilities Manager within its Operations Management Directorate. This position will be located at its regional office in Suva, Fiji. Description 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. 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. The role – Facilities Manager will manage all SPC facilities and assets in Fiji, and support insurance coverage for SPC in all locations (excl. Noumea). The key responsibilities of the role include: Leadership of the Facilities team ? Manage and supervise Facilities staff to achieve objectives and create an environment that promotes high performance, collaboration and safety, staff development and succession planning and effective work practices amongst the Facilities team. ? Manage the Facilities team ensuring effective implementation of facilities workplan. ? Acquire, tag and maintain SPC Assets and small value items with annual verification of assets undertaken in line with all relevant SPC polices including Fixed Assets and Small Value Item policy(s). ? Ensure the SPC corporate asset register is up to date and all asset disposals are carried out in line with the relevant SPC policy requirements. Planning and managing all SPC’s facilities and infrastructure ? Develop the Annual Facilities plan to meet the organisational requirements and approved by management. ? Ensure capital, large maintenance projects and refurbishments are completed within budget, in a timely manner with energy saving considerations applied. ? Develop and implement the Facility management program, including preventative maintenance and asset/inventory life-cycle requirements. ? Collaborate closely with the OHS team to ensure all works carried out are in line with OHS requirements and any OHS issue is resolved amicably and in a timely manner. Ensure optimal use of office space and a safe working environment ? Identify office space requirements for Divisions and upcoming projects proactively. ? Ensure SPC Facilities and office space are fit for purpose and compliant with relevant OHS legislation, ergonomic requirements, building codes and other statutory authority requirements. ? Manage refurbishment and fit outs for office space, including work by external contractors. ? Effectively negotiate with Host Countries are for any facilities provided by host governments. Manage Facilities cost recoveries and budgets ? Establish and periodically review facilities cost recovery rates. ? Ensure recoveries from occupants of the office space is done in an effective manner. ? Provide timely updates of cost recovery rates to cover for any additional office space requirements and cost of maintaining it. ? Draw and present Facilities and CAPEX budget to Finance in a timely manner. Support to SPC ICT/Legal for insurance and corporate broker arrangements ? Work closely with the Facilities Team in Noumea to identify insurance needs. ? Identify
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FFA: EOI - Technical Assistance in the Area of Economic Analysis: 2025/695+
Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/695+ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ EXPRESSIONS OF INTERESTS (EOI) FOR APPOINTMENT OF PREFERRED SERVICE PROVIDER(S) (PSP) TO PROVIDE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE IN THE AREA OF ECONOMIC ANALYSIS Please refer to the attached TORs. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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]
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SPC (Fiji-based): Web Content Assistant: 2024/694
Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/694 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Web Content Assistant within the Educational Quality and Assessment Programme · 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 Web Content Assistant within its Educational Quality and Assessment Programme. This position will be located at its regional office in Suva, Fiji. Description 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. 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 – Web Content Assistant will ensure that the EQAP website together with all its virtual interactive reports are regularly updated providing EQAP’s member countries and stakeholders with readily available information on secured and user-friendly platforms. The key responsibilities of the role include: Optimal presentation of content on the EQAP website ? Monitor all features and content on the website are rendered as per EQAP’s expectations. All features of the website are fully functional on both PC and mobile devices. ? Relevant and update-to-date content is available on each page of the website. Interactive reports ? Work with the Communications and Visibility Officer to update PILNA reports and release in alignment with PILNA results release. ? Work with the Communications and Visibility Officer to update PALS reports and release in alignment with PALS results release. Analytics and reporting ? Ensure the website is properly configured with analytics, as well as continually update analytical features to ensure efficient reporting of website audience activities. ? Suggest improvements to the design and layout of the website to improve audience engagement as appropriate. ? Ensure website analytics are linked to and compatible with external free versions of analytical tools such as Google Analytics. Revision of web page content structure ? Revise content structure where necessary to improve clarity on the setup of the website. ? Ensure requests to update website design and layout are actioned in a timely manner. Engage as a fully participating member of the EQAP team ? Support in planning for new and existing projects within EQAP. ? Work with the Corporate Communications team to ensure SPC standards are adhered to across all digital platforms. ? Provide basic support to the EQAP IT team with updates related to virtual student learning management system. For a more detailed account of the key responsibilities, please refer to the online job description. Key selection criteria Qualifications · A diploma in a relevant field like Information Technology, Communications, or an equivalent bodies of knowledge and experience. Technical expertise · At least five years’ experience in website content management, revision
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SPC (Fiji-based): Team Leader - Surveillance, Preparedness and Response Programme (SPRP): 2024/693
Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/693 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Team Leader - Surveillance, Preparedness and Response Programme (SPRP) within the Public Health Division · 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 Team Leader - Surveillance, Preparedness and Response Programme (SPRP) within its Public Health Division. This position will be located at its regional office in Suva, Fiji. Description 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. The Public Health Division (PHD) supports member countries in attaining healthier Pacific Island people and communities by helping in public health surveillance, prevention and control of communicable and non-communicable diseases (NCD) and support for laboratory and clinical services. The primary areas of focus of the division are to provide scientific and technical assistance and support the implementation of plans and programmes in member countries and territories. The primary goal for all PHD activities is to promote population health and well-being, prevent diseases, restore and/or maintain health and reduce inequalities in health. PHD is primarily concerned with improving and protecting public (population) health, rather than individual treatment services as highlighted in the PHD Business Plan. The PHD is comprised of five programmes: Surveillance, Preparedness and Response Programme (SPRP), NCD Prevention and Control Programme (NCDP), Clinical Services Programme (CSP), Laboratory Strengthening Programme (LSP) and Health System Strengthening Programme (HSSP). The role – Team Leader - Surveillance, Preparedness and Response Programme (SPRP) will strengthen and contribute to public health surveillance, research and response in the Pacific Island Countries and Territories (PICTs) and the Pacific region through: (1) providing leadership, management, and technical oversight for the SPRP team and program activities; (2) enhancing multi-sectoral capacity for coordinated regional surveillance, preparedness and response; (3) building capacity for public health surveillance and field epidemiology nationally and regionally; (4) strengthening preparedness and response to public health threats or events; (5) enhancing evidence-based service delivery through research. The key responsibilities of the role include: Leadership, management and technical oversight of the SPRP team and programme activities ? Lead strategic planning to ensure that the SPRP’s work aligns with the needs of PICTs, PHD and SPC. ? In consultation with and in collaboration with other PHD staff, leading the SPRP in developing the annual work plans, budgets and reports. ? Lead and guide the SPRP team in the completion of planned activities according to workplans and budgets. ? Contribute to project, divisional, program and corporate publications/reports related to SPRP activities. ? Lead resource mobilisation efforts to support and expand SPPR services in PICTs, through the development of concept papers and proposals. Enhance multi-sectoral capacity for coordinated regional surveillance, preparedness and response ? Maintain a high level of awareness of PICTs’ priority needs for surveillance, preparedness and response for communicable diseases and other public health emergencies. ? Lead and advocate to strengthen national and regional public health surveillance, preparedness and respons
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DT-Global / Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform (Tuvalu-based): Economic Development Specialist - Tuvalu: 2024/692
Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/692 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Economic Development Specialist – Tuvalu Drive impactful change in the Pacific! We’re seeking an experienced Economic Development Specialist to support Australia’s Aid program in Tuvalu, focusing on economic governance, public financial management and climate adaptation. One-year contract, with the possibility to extend for an additional 18 months, all subject to client head contract extension and approval Accompanied role with a competitive remuneration and benefits package Applicants from this position may be used to establish a merit list for similar roles in other Pacific Island countries. The Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform (The Partnerships Platform) is looking for motivated and skilled professionals who are keen to make a difference. We seek passionate staff who work collaboratively to deliver ideas and advice that can help our Pacific Island Country partners meet their governance and stability goals. The Partnerships Platform is seeking an experienced and motivated Economic Development Specialist with a proven track record in economic governance and program management, including public financial management and climate adaptation. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, respectful, flexible and resilient technical expert with a keen focus on supporting governance programs and identifying opportunities for program improvement and innovation. The Economic Development Specialist will play a key role in supporting Australia’s development activities in Tuvalu. The role will be embedded within the Australian High Commission and will work closely with local and regional partners to ensure effective delivery and monitoring of Australia’s aid program. The areas of focus of the assignment are: · Support the implementation of Australia’s development activities in economic governance, including public financial management and budget support. · Manage related budgets in DFATs aid and development financial systems (AidWorks). · Monitor and evaluate program performance to inform broader strategic decision-making. · Provide advice on cross-cutting issues such as gender equality, disability, social inclusion (GEDSI), child protection and climate adaptation. · Maintain productive relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials and development partners. The position is an accompanied, one-year posting, with the possibility of an extension for an additional 18 months, subject to client head contract extension and approval. A competitive international standard remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate, including housing, and return airfares if required for international candidates. Click on the link or copy and paste it to access the Candidate Information Sheet for this position: http://tiny.cc/0f01001 About the Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform The Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform is an Australian Government initiative funded by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and managed by DT Global. It provides Pacific Countries with a suite of flexible, fit-for-purpose options that support broad governance and stability development outcomes. About the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade in Tuvalu plays a key role in advancing Australia’s foreign, trade and development objectives, including supporting Tuvalu’s economic governance, climate resilience, and development programs. Australia and Tuvalu share a strong partnership under the Australia-Tuvalu Falepili Union, focusing on governance, health, climate and education. For more information, please visit: https://www.dfat.gov.au/geo/tuvalu About You We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate a high degree of flexibility, respect, resilience and adaptability, and a preparedness to work with limited resources in a challenging environment, this includes the ability to successfully build and m
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SPC (New Caledonia-based): Business Development Adviser, Fisheries, Aquaculture and Marine Ecosystems (FAME) Division: 2024/691
Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2024/691 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Business Development Adviser Fisheries, Aquaculture and Marine Ecosystems (FAME) Division ? Noumea-based position ? Attractive expatriate package ? Join the principal development organisation in the region The Pacific Community (SPC) invites applications for the position of Business Development Adviser, in its Fisheries, Aquaculture and Marine Ecosystems (FAME) Division, located at its headquarters in Noumea, New Caledonia. Description 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. 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 Business Development Adviser will provide high-level advice and support in mobilising resources and securing potential funders to support SPC FAME division to continue to deliver to its members and enhance its development effectiveness to achieve better research and development outcomes. The key responsibilities of the role include the following: Resource mobilisation and internal integration ? Contribute on the identification, design, formulation and negotiations of new projects and programs and draft concept notes, proposals, and project briefs for discussion with FAME Senior Leadership Team. ? Develop pipeline management tools to appropriately track and socialise funding opportunities across FAME’s leadership ? Develop a range of marketing material for donor engagement. ? Develop a Resource Mobilisation (fund raising) Strategy, including targeting philanthropic funds and innovative financing mechanisms. ? Provide technical support to the development and implementation of differentiated, donor fund raising strategies, aligned and coordinated with SPC’s Resource Mobilisation and Integration section under the Deputy Director General’s Office. ? Identify funding opportunities from various sources, including bilateral and multilateral donors, philanthropic organisations, and development partners. ? Support FAME programmes in mapping out current and emerging priorities, gaps and resource requirements. FAME Implementation Plan and internal coordination ? Support FAME management in updating the FAME implementation plan, integrating with SPC Flagship programmes and sub-regional work programmes. ? Ensure the FAME implementation plan is a key planning document throughout the planning division and forms a high-level basis for resource mobilisation internally and with external stakeholders. Contribute to FAME strategy setting, programme / project design and ad
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