SPC Careers ENGLISH Live

Finance Team leader

2023-05-17T09:06:37.138Z

Noumea-based position
Attractive expatriate package
Join the principal development organisation in the region

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 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.

The role – the Finance Team Leader ensures the sound financial administration and management for the Climate Change Flagship Programme, ensuring all SPC procurement, travel and financial policies and guidelines are complied with and supporting documents are archived. The finance team leader supports the implementation of the shared services vision in the division which supports a new way of working through collaboration between central finance and divisions.

The key responsibilities of the role include the following:

Shared Services in the division

Lead the SPC Finance and Procurement shared services agenda within the division in close collaboration with the central finance team.
Work closely with finance team leaders in other divisions, and in collaboration with the finance managers.

Financial planning, monitoring, and reporting for climate change flagship programme

Lead in all aspects of financial management in the division, including budgeting and forecasting, monitoring of project executions, pipeline projects, financial analysis, and reporting.
Support audit exercises or due diligence probes led by finance in central, donors, partner organisations or internal auditors.
Ensure financial accounting systems for project and operations are maintained.

Divisional, project and programme financial administration support

Provide appropriate coordinated support to divisional staff, working across programme areas on donor requirements in programme planning, delivery, and financial administration of all donor-funded projects.
Liaise with project team leaders, development partners and donors to ensure project or division administration staff maintain reporting schedules, financial acquittals and arrange for timely disbursements in accordance with signed funding agreements.
Liaise with development and implementing partners at planning stage on financial agreements to ensure they meet all SPC financial requirements with supporting documentation.

Compliance, risk management and business processes

Oversee and ensure appropriate systems and internal controls are implemented.
Lead finance’s input 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 work plan.

Procurement and Grant services

Ensure all procurement and grant processes undertaken by the division are in line with SPC and donor policies and procedures.
Work with the procurement team to facilitate the preparation and monitoring of the Division’s annual procurement plan.
Monitor key databases and workflows for all procurement and grant activities.
Monitor all procurement and grant actions.

People management

Manage staff performance and support training and development.

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

Key selection criteria

Qualifications

Degree in accounting, finance, or business administration, with an information technology major or minor.

Technical expertise

At least 10 years’ experience and demonstrated competence in same field with 5 years in leadership role. This includes project management or administration experience with major donors.
Sound collaboration and team working skills.
Strong analytical ability and demonstrated ability to achieve efficiencies.

Language skills

Fluency in English.

Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

A team player, with the ability to work in a multi-diverse and multi-cultural environment.
Knowledge of Pacific Island countries and territories is an advantage.

Salary, terms and conditions

Contract Duration – This vacant position is budgeted until 31 March 2026 and is subject to renewal depending on performance and funding.

Remuneration – The Finance Team Leader is a band 11 position in SPC’s 2023 salary scale, with a starting salary range of SDR (special drawing rights) 4,206-5,161 per month, which converts to approximately XPF 637,132-781,844 (USD 5,636-6,916; EUR 5,339-6,552). 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 matching 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 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.

Application procedure

Closing date: 18 June 2023 – 11:00 pm (Noumea time)

Job Reference: SH000326

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.

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):

What do you believe are the three most important financial management areas of work in an intergovernmental development organisation such as SPC, giving regard to current risks, challenges, and its organisational aspirations? How would you approach these areas of work? Provide examples of your past work experience to support your answer.
What do you understand the key challenges would be of meeting IPSAS when working with field projects in the Pacific region in a small village with community group partners?
How are the financial impacts of climate change development projects implemented by SPC best measured?

Position Description

Water Engineer

2023-05-17T09:06:37.140Z

Tuvalu-based position
Attractive expatriate package
Join the principal development organisation in the region

Description

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:

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.
Georesources and Energy Programme (GEP) – assists member countries by applying technical knowledge in the areas of geoscience and sustainable energy use.
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 Water Engineer will support the design, construction and implementation of water supply systems from groundwater within remote atoll island settings of Tuvalu and assist with coordination of other project activities of the “Managing Coastal Aquifers Project (referred to as “MCA Project”) and “Managing Water Scarcity through Strengthened Water Resources Management” Project (referred to as “Water Scarcity Project”).

The key responsibilities of the role include the following:

Capacity Building

Strengthen the capacity building of government in water supply system infrastructure design, project management, quality assurance and construction.
Support the development of capacity building of outer island communities in the monitoring, operation, and maintenance of water supply systems and related improvements.

Technical and construction guidance

Provide high quality technical advice and support on the design, construction and implementation of a water supply systems and water distribution and management of water resources.
Work alongside water project team and Tuvalu PWD to improve water supply designs and updated material specifications, quality control and cost estimation.
Undertake site visits and have oversight of the construction and quality control of small water supply systems.
Support key people within the member countries in implementation of sustainable management of water resources.

Communicate and advocate

Establish, develop and maintain effective and supportive communication and relationships with relevant stakeholders.
Support advocacy and awareness initiatives for the construction and operation of the water supply systems in Vaitupu and Nanumea within Tuvalu Government, operators and island council members, and external clients.
Promote industry leading practices on sustainability, environmental and health and safety throughout the project lifecycle.

Project management and procurement

Support SPC’s project and procurement teams in the procurement of materials and services, the development of contracts and assessment of quotations or proposals for the implementation of small water supply systems in Vaitupu and Nanumea.
Oversight for the construction of the water supply systems.
Financial and progress reporting on the implementation and monitoring of work.

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

Key selection criteria

Qualifications

A Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Water Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.

Technical expertise

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in design, construction and implementation of civil works. Experience in water supply systems and water distribution and advantage.
Minimum of 5 years demonstrated project management and organisational skills experience.
Demonstrated experience of construction supervision for civil works including contractual and reporting aspects.
Demonstrated experience in implementing health and safety, risk management and quality assurance procedures within projects.
Knowledge of water and hydraulic engineering, water supply design, operation and maintenance of water supply systems and sustainable water resource management.
Demonstrated experience in project management activities, project planning and procurement of key materials and essential equipment within tight timeframes.
Demonstrated familiarity with GIS, CAD, Microsoft Office suite and other resource and engineering software.
Demonstrated familiarity with groundwater systems and water supply needs in atoll settings.
Demonstrated ability to problem solve, provide sound judgement for decisions and be practically orientated.
Ability to work under minimal supervision in remote locations.
Knowledge of Gender Equity and Social Inclusion, (GESI), and People Centred Approaches (PCA) in delivery of projects.
Current valid driver’s license.

Language skills

Well-developed communication skills in English.

Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

Proven ability to work in an inter-disciplinary and/or multi-cultural team.
Knowledge of Pacific Island countries and territories is an advantage.

Salary, terms and conditions

Contract Duration – This vacant position is budgeted until 31 December 2024 and is subject to renewal depending on funding and performance.

Remuneration – the Water Engineer is a band 10 position in SPC’s 2023 salary scale, with a starting salary range of 3,331–4,091 SDR (special drawing rights) per month, which currently converts to approximately AUD 6,428–7,895. 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 Tuvalu.

Benefits for international staff employees based in Tuvalu – SPC provides a housing allowance of AUD 1,400– 2,000. 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 matching contribution).

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

Application procedure

Closing date: 11 June 2023 – 11:00 pm (Noumea time)

Job Reference: CR000004

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

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.

Screening questions (maximum of 2.000 characters per question):

Describe three personal characteristics that you feel make you an ideal candidate for this position.
Based on your experience, identify three important challenges for project management in Pacific Island countries and describe how you would go about addressing them.
Briefly describe your understanding of the key water security challenges facing atoll communities in the Pacific, and how you came to gain this understanding.

Position Description

HR Manager, Recruitment

2023-05-17T09:06:37.141Z

Noumea-based position
Attractive expatriate package
Join the principal development organisation in the region

Description

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 – the Human Resources Manager (Recruitment) will be responsible for overseeing and effectively managing all recruitment related matters and operations in SPC. He/she will design, develop, and implement relevant talent acquisition strategies and subsequent workplan to respond effectively to SPC needs and footprint. She/he will provide support and guidance to all hiring managers by streamlining talent acquisition processes and delivering high quality, strategic and cost-effective recruitment solutions for all locations.

The key responsibilities of the role include the following:

Management and accountability for the SPC recruitment section

Lead, consult, design, implement, and enhance SPC recruitment strategy.
Streamline talent acquisition processes and deliver high quality, strategic and cost-effective recruitment solutions in all locations.
Work closely with key stakeholders and hiring managers to proactively support and facilitate timely recruitment.
Analyze recruitment trends and contribute to the development of remuneration and other HR policies.
Ensure continuous improvement approach to maintaining SPC’s recruitment management system.
Develop relationships with third party providers to optimize sourcing talent, succession planning and methods for determining candidate suitability.

Recruitment Management

Manage the recruitment process and life cycle of a vast geographical & technical portfolio from inception to completion.
Identify and source appropriate talent pipeline.
With reference to remuneration policy and local market, determine appropriate salary level at offer stage.
Meet regularly with division Directors/Management and other relevant SPC staff to provide sound advice.

Service Delivery

Develop in consultation with the recruitment team, work plans for HR project initiatives and action plans to ensure successful delivery.
Ensure recruitment provides regular analytical reporting to the organization to assist in people related initiatives.
Manage all contract negotiation & related invoicing linked to the Recruitment Team Activities.
Ensure a high-quality customer service is being delivered to hiring managers, panel members and applicants in all locations.

People Management

Manage and coordinate resources effectively and efficiently between Headquarters & Regional Offices.
Manage staff performance and development.

HR Projects and deliverables

Support actively HRD and contribute to the HR department’s strategic planning process.
Support HRD in coordinating key HRM, deliverables and inputs of the Senior HR Team.
Support the Implementation of HR projects.

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

Key selection criteria

Qualifications

Post-graduate degree in a relevant field such as human resource management, public or international business administration.

Technical expertise

At least 10 - 12 years’ experience with strong emphasis on recruitment, including more than 5 years at international level.
At least 5 years of experience managing staff including mentoring, developing, training, appraisal, and performance management.
Demonstrated ability to implement talent acquisition strategies and to contribute to the streamlining and automation of recruitment processes in fast paced environment.
Ability to guide, support and coach hiring managers in effective recruitment processes.
Proven experience in behavioural interviewing techniques.
Ability to liaise with staff at all levels of the organization.

Language skills

Excellent command of both English & French with excellent verbal and written communication and people skills for effective communication.

Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

Ability to work in a multi-cultural and inclusive environment.
Knowledge of Pacific Island countries and territories is an advantage.

Salary, terms and conditions

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

Remuneration – the Human Resources Manager (Recruitment) is a band 12 position in SPC’s 2023 salary scale, with a starting salary range of SDR (special drawing rights) 4,792-5,894 per month, which converts to approximately XPF 725,912-892,813 (USD 6,421-7,898; EUR 6,083-7,482). 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.

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

Application procedure

Closing date: 11 June 2023 – 11:00 pm (Noumea time)

Job Reference: SS000001

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

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):

Please provide an overview of a significant sourcing strategy that you developed and implemented in the Pacific. What was your role and what was the outcome?
Please tell us about one of the most complex recruitment challenges that you had to deal with. What was the outcome and what was the value-add of your contributions?
Please provide us with a recent E-Recruitment systems major issue you had to solve and what are the key factors that you highlight as best practice.

Position Description

Communications Officer - PEUMP Programme PMU (Maternity Cover)

2023-05-17T09:06:37.144Z

Suva-based position (Fiji)
4-month temporary maternity leave cover
Join the principal development organisation in the region

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, geoscience, and conservation of plant genetic resources for food and agriculture.

The Fisheries, Aquaculture and Marine Ecosystems (FAME) Division includes the Oceanic Fisheries Programme (OFP) and Coastal Fisheries Programme (CFP). CFP’s goal is to ensure that inshore fisheries, nearshore fisheries and aquaculture in Pacific Island countries and territories are managed and developed sustainably. The programme assists governments and administrations to develop scientifically informed and socially achievable coastal fisheries management policies and systems (national and community-based). It provides a regional framework for sustainable aquaculture, including planning, research and development, and trade, for Pacific Island governments, the private sector and other stakeholders. It assists in developing sustainable nearshore fisheries in Pacific Island countries and territories to provide food security, sustain livelihoods, promote economic growth and assist climate change adaptation.

The Pacific European Union Marine Partnership (PEUMP) Programme is a 4-year project, in partnership with the Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) and the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP), with the University of the South Pacific (USP) implementing one component under a separate agreement with the EU. The programme is funded by the European Union and the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida). SPC is implementing three areas specifically the Programme Management Unit (PMU), oceanic science, and coastal science and management components. The PEUMP Programme will work in all 15 Pacific-ACP countries including Timor-Leste.

The Communications Officer – PEUMP will lead the implementation, coordination and collaboration of the PEUMP Communications Strategy, Communications Plan, Visibility Plan and supporting knowledge management across all seven components, the implementing partners and the 15 Pacific-ACP countries. The aim of the role is to raise the profile of the PEUMP programme using multiple outreach strategies and innovative approaches to reach key audiences. This includes the fostering of strong partnerships with the donors, EU and Sweden, and the beneficiary countries.

The key responsibilities of the role include:

Lead the strategic direction of all Programme communication

Review and revise the PEUMP Communications and Visibility Strategy (when required) with implementing partners in line with participating countries and donor requirements.
Assess existing and design innovative communication approaches under the Strategy to reach target audiences at regional, national and community level.

Manage operational implementation of all communication activities

Develop the Annual Communications Work plan and lead the implementation of communication activities, processes, systems, and templates for use by the PEUMP Programme and distribution across implementation partners in line with corporate and donor branding requirements.
Develop innovative, effective, consistent, relevant, appropriate and valid content for multiple communication tools targeting the different PEUMP audiences at regional, country and community level.

Forge reliable and trusting inter-agency Partnerships and Relationships

Facilitate trusting and constructive inter-agency collaboration and coordination through strong communication/knowledge relationships with stakeholders, participating countries, international donors (EU and Sweden), partner agencies (FFA, SPREP and USP) and the broader research, science and development community implementing agencies and partners.
Public diplomacy of key relationships and engagement with target audiences to increase effective implementation of the Programme’s goals and objectives towards sustainable development for participating countries and the region.

Support Information and Knowledge Management activities

Support recording, storing and, in particular the sharing of relevant information, research and scientific data and published evidence from the PEUMP Programme with stakeholders, participating countries, international partner agencies and the broader research, science and development community.
Manage the PEUMP website and integration with other knowledge management sites and other PEUMP partner sites, in line with programme, corporate and donor branding requirements.

Provide guidance and coordination including Communications capacity building for consistent and high-quality performance

Instill best practice and high-quality comms performance across the Programme through advice, mentoring and coaching of participating stakeholders.
Develop a media toolkit and guidelines for guiding the implementation partners and strengthening public relations for the PEUMP programme.

PEUMP Programme PMU Administration

Author Communications and Visibility reporting including input into the Annual report, across the seven components in a timely manner and to high-quality standards
Contribute where applicable to Programme, Divisional and Corporate publications, such as Fisheries Newsletters and PEUMP programme articles and reports.

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

Key selection criteria

Qualifications

Post Graduate degree or equivalent experience in communications, media, journalism or related discipline

Technical expertise

At least 7 years relevant experience in designing and implementing communication and visibility strategies, workplans and activities in large and complex programmes
Demonstrated experience in devising and steering effective communication and visibility implementation approaches, systems, tools and templates
Demonstrated leadership ability in effecting and maintaining strong stakeholder engagement and cross-organisational partnerships
Demonstrated experience in creating and publishing scientific and/or technical content including web-based, social and digital media including experience in establishing effective regional media network partnerships for programme messaging
Demonstrated writing skills to develop communication contents for press-releases and other short communication materials (i.e., factsheets, country project fiches, texts for digital media)
Training and facilitation experience, with knowledge of the basic principles of training and education in communications

Language skills

Excellent English communication skills (oral and written)

Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

Ability to work in a multicultural, inclusive and equitable environment

Salary, terms and conditions

Contract Duration – 4 months

Remuneration – The Communications Officer is a Band 9 position in SPC’s 2023 salary scale, with a starting salary range of 2,284‒2,856 SDR (special drawing rights) per month, which currently converts to approximately FJD 6,739–8,424 (USD 3,061–3,826; EUR 2,900–3,625). 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 matching 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.

Application procedure

Closing Date: 17 May 2023 at 11:59pm (Fiji time)

Job Reference: JM000429

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
contact details for three professional referees
a cover letter detailing your skills, experience and interest in this position
responses to all screening questions

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):

Briefly describe (400 words or less) your understanding of, and experience and demonstrated ability in:

Maintaining and implementing a communications strategy for a multi-million-dollar programme and/or project you have worked on. In particular, ensuring that branding and visibility requirements are followed, through regular trainings and feedback.
Using different approaches and media platforms including social media to communicate messages to different audiences including, amongst others, government officials and staff, private sector organisations and, members of the public such as in coastal fishing communities or similar. Regularly updating the website and monitoring and tracking communications outcomes of all implementing partners.
Developing and maintaining partnerships and collaborations to work towards common programme communication goals, while ensuring the objectives of the project/programme you are working on are fully met, in particular the donors’s communications and visibility expectations and goals.

Position Description

Gender Equality & Social Inclusion - Gender Assessment and Action Plan Officer

2023-05-17T09:06:37.146Z

Noumea-based position
Attractive expatriate package
Join the principal development organisation in the region

Description

The role – the GESI - GAAP Officer will provide technical advice, assistance, and capacity building under the CC flagship programme with a focus on mainstreaming gender and social inclusion into SPC’s technical divisions, and conducting Gender Assessment and Action plan development during project design.

The key responsibilities of the role include the following:

Provide technical assistance and support on GESI and conducting GAAP

Provide technical advice and assistance to SPC’s divisional programmes, projects, and services to mainstream gender and social inclusion within project activities, following SER policy.
Support climate change project design phases through the development of GAAP, as part of SPC social safeguards and strategy for mainstreaming gender within all SPC activities and programmes.
Support divisions MEL officer in the mainstreaming of GESI within divisions activities and divisional business plan.
Support the project risks screening and identification related to gender aspects, following the SPC SER policy.
Provide project proponents with adequate GESI risk assessment information.
Conduct research, legal and policy analysis on key and emerging regional gender, and social inclusion issues in line with PICTs’ priorities.
Support integrated programming and mainstreaming of GESI responsive actions across

GESI capacities and skills development

Identify needs for development of capacities and skills for SPC divisions.
Develop and deliver capacity building on GESI and human rights through multiple modalities for SPC staff and additionally for national governments and stakeholders.
Contribute to the development of capacity building tools and material in alignment with SPC learning management system.
Contribute to monitoring and evaluation of capacity building initiatives.
Continuous review and adaptation of capacity building and skills development materials inform learning.

Stakeholder engagement, networking, and coordination

Support stakeholder engagement, networking, and coordination to advance divisional objectives for gender mainstreaming.
Support SER mainstreaming particularly on GESI thematic through the capacity building effort.
Engage in working groups, task forces and other technical committees for the adequate implementation of GESI through SPC projects.
Represent SPC at national, regional, and international forums as delegated by the SER Senior Advisor.

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

Key selection criteria

Qualifications

A bachelor degree in gender and social science, or other relevant social science training from a recognized university.

Technical expertise

At least 5 years of development experience working in the field of human rights, gender equality and social inclusion, and/or youth development with at least 5 years of working in Pacific.
Experience in mainstreaming human rights-based, gender, social inclusion in development programming.
Programming, developing, delivering, and reporting against work plans.
Experience developing capacity building resources and delivering sessions for diverse government and non-government audiences.
Ability to translate text-heavy documents or information into user-friendly materials for a wide range of audiences

Language skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, with strong writing ability at a donor project reporting level.

Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced and multicultural environment.
Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work with a wide range of individuals.

Salary, terms and conditions

Contract Duration – This vacant position is budgeted until 31 March 2026 and is subject to renewal depending on funding and performance.

Remuneration – the GESI - GAAP Officer is a band 8 position in SPC’s 2023 salary scale, with a starting salary range of SDR (special drawing rights) 2,912-3,544 per month, which converts to approximately XPF 441,094-536,787 (USD 3,902-4,748; EUR 3,696-4,498). 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.

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

Application procedure

Closing date: 11 June 2023 – 11:00 pm (Noumea time)

Job Reference: SH000324

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

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):

What are the key considerations to successfully mainstreaming gender and social inclusion?
In your opinion, why do institutions choose to mainstream Gender Equality and Social Inclusion their activities?
In your understanding, can you suggest how SPC enhance Gender Equality and Social Inclusion integration into its activities?

Position Description

Community-Based Fisheries Management Officer

2023-05-17T09:06:37.147Z

Noumea-based position
Attractive expatriate package
Join the principal development organisation in the region

Description

The Fisheries, Aquaculture and Marine Ecosystems (FAME) Division includes the Oceanic Fisheries Programme (OFP) and Coastal Fisheries Programme (CFP). The goal of the OFP is to ensure fisheries that exploit the region’s resources of tuna, billfish and related species are managed for economic and ecological sustainability using the best available scientific information. In pursuing this goal, the OFP provides scientific support for the management of fisheries for tuna and associated species, with a strong focus on stock assessment and modelling, fisheries and ecosystem monitoring and analysis and data management. The OFP works closely with member countries and territories, the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission, the Forum Fisheries Agency, the Parties to the Nauru Agreement and other regional and sub-regional entities.

The role – the Community Based Fisheries Management Officer will provide support and advice to governments, communities, civil society organisations and other non-state actors and the private sector in planning and implementing the scaling-up of community-based fisheries management.

The key responsibilities of the role include the following:

Develop and support scaling-up of community-based fisheries management (CBFM) for rollout at scale in the region

Provides advice and guidance at the national and sub-national level on the implementation of community-based fisheries management.
Lead with the designing and implementing of national and sub-national stakeholder workshops.
Supervises attachment trainees who are developing community-based management programmes, manuals, strategies, and plans.
Promotes scaling-up of community-based fisheries management approaches and standardize.
Work with CSOs and other NSAs and others working on community-based fisheries.
Lead the development and roll-out of CBFM scaling-up training and workshops in the region.
Lead the promotion of CBFM at regional technical meetings.

Provide input and support to national and sub-national coastal fisheries community-based management planning, policies and strategies

Provides input and technical advice on community-based fisheries management to develop management plans, policies and strategies.
Assists the CBF Adviser with designing and implementing of national and sub-national CBFM scaling-up strategies or action plans.
Assists governments to develop both national and sub-national community-based fisheries management arrangements or programmes.

Provide practical assistance to members in the designing and targeting of appropriate awareness raising and educational information

In collaboration with the Fisheries Information Unit and other components of the CFAP and PEUMP programmes, develops materials such as training manuals, guidelines and other educational information.
Explore and use novel and emerging information and awareness approaches.
Support national processes to develop and implement information and awareness strategies.

Provide input and support to members and programme partners in delivering the intent of CBFM in alignment with the New Song for Coastal Fisheries and the CBFM Framework for Action at national and subnational levels including inter-agency networking and cross-sectoral collaboration

Be the focal point for collaboration with other components of the PEUMP programme and the Pathways 2 project for community-based fisheries management activities.
Liaise and work closely with the Locally Managed Marine Area (LMMA) Network and the Pathways 2 project in implementing community-based fisheries management activities in the PEUMP and Pathways 2 project target countries.

Section administration and communication

Assists in developing the annual work plans and reports for the Unit and Section.
Contributes where applicable to Programme, Divisional and Corporate publications.
Produces PEUMP and Pathways 2 reports for all activities undertaken.

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

Key selection criteria

Qualifications

A graduate degree in fisheries management, natural resource management, or a related field.

Technical expertise

At least 5-7 years’ direct experience in working with government fisheries administrations, local and international NGOs; CSOs; other NSAs and local communities on community-based fisheries management.
Understanding of current Pacific Islands regional coastal fisheries management, scaling-up of CBFM and related science issues, cultural values and protocols, and experience working with gender issues relating to coastal and community fisheries
Proven ability to design, plan and facilitate workshops, stakeholder consultations and other trainings.
Experience working with PC systems and Microsoft Office/365, Teams, GIS, and software for data entry and management.
Willingness and demonstrated capacity to travel and undertake overseas assignments in SPC member countries and territories, sometimes under difficult physical conditions.

Language skills

Excellent communication skills in English (oral and written) with the capacity to engage scientific, government, public and community audiences.

Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

Demonstrated capability for collaborating and working in an integrated programme involving colleagues from several different countries and cultures.
Knowledge of Pacific Island countries and territories is an advantage.

Salary, terms and conditions

Contract Duration – This vacant position is until 31 January 2025 and is subject to renewal depending on funding and performance.

Remuneration – the Community Based Fisheries Management Officer is a band 10 position in SPC’s 2023 salary scale, with a starting salary range of 3,568–4,364 SDR (special drawing rights) per month, which currently converts to approximately XPF 540,472–660,991 (USD 4,781–5,847; EUR 4,529–5,539). 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.

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

Application procedure

Closing date: 11 June 2023 – 11:00 pm (Noumea time)

Job Reference: SH000321

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

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.

Screening questions (maximum of 2.000 characters per question):

What are three challenges for scaling-up and scaling-out Community Based Fisheries Management? What advice or support would you provide to governments (national or subnational) to advance scaling CBFM?
Provide examples of successful coordination and implementation of national or subnational and/or civil society organizations CBFM scaling-up activities that you have been involved in? What was your role, what were the key milestones achieved, what challenges were faced, and how were these challenges overcome?
Please outline past experiences that best illustrate your ability to coordinate, facilitate, develop, or review, and implement community fisheries management frameworks.

Position Description

Knowledge Management and Engagement Officer

2023-05-17T09:06:37.149Z

Suva-based position (Fiji)
Competitive expatriate package
Join the principal development organisation in the region

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 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:

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.
Georesources and Energy Programme (GEP) – assists member countries by applying technical knowledge in the areas of geoscience and sustainable energy use.
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 Knowledge Management and Engagement Officer will play a lead role in supporting content development, dissemination, strategy implementation and capacity support on the Climate Resilient Marine Spatial Planning project and the Pacific Solutions Integrated Ocean Management programme implemented by GEM-OMP and the Pacific Community Centre for Ocean Science (PCCOS). The role will also provide training support to staff and country stakeholders on awareness raising, including in schools, digital communications and stakeholder engagement strategies for integrated ocean management and marine spatial planning.

The key responsibilities of the role include:

Multimedia content creation

Lead the development of original written content about ocean management and project activities.
Produce short video material (interviews and quick messages).
Arrange and lead interviews with relevant stakeholders to create people-centered knowledge products.
Create new pages on the PCCOS website and regularly update content on existing pages.

Event coordination and visibility

Coordinate planning for key ocean management events, including workshops, conferences, meetings, knowledge exchanges, and milestone celebrations at national and regional levels and develop concept notes, programmes and agendas.
Contribute to coordination of messaging around major cross-CROP events (e.g., UN Ocean Conference, UNFCCC COP, PIF Leaders Meeting, Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development).
Ensure that SPC ocean management outputs, collaterals and awareness raising materials are designed for and shared during project events.

Training and Country Support

Provide regular training to SPC staff and country stakeholders on knowledge management, awareness raising and stakeholder engagement.
Serve as an expert advisor to SPC staff and partners regarding knowledge management, awareness raising and stakeholder engagement.
Support country stakeholders in developing strategic communication activities and awareness raising strategies.

Knowledge management

Coordinate the development and update knowledge and communications products (e.g., factsheets, press releases, videos, web stories).
Arrange and lead interviews with relevant stakeholders for monitoring, evaluation and knowledge management purposes.
Identify, document and share lessons, learning, outcomes and impacts of ocean management processes in the Pacific.
Provide strategic advice in coordination with the IOM Adviser and support as required to the broader OMP and PCCOS.

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 field such as graphic design, communications, journalism, mass communications or public relations

Technical expertise

At least 5 years of experience in communications with at least 3 years in an international context.
Excellent design and editing skills with a portfolio of published work available for review including video, digital, written and recorded work
Pacific media understanding and partnership coordination experience in the Pacific.
Photography and/or video skills with a portfolio of work available for review.
Fluency in social media strategy and content development.
Capacity to engage with government, public and community audiences.
Willingness and demonstrated capacity to travel and undertake overseas assignments in SPC member countries, sometimes under difficult physical conditions.

Language skills

Excellent English communication skills (oral and written)

Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

Ability to work in a multicultural, inclusive and equitable environment

Salary, terms and conditions

Contract Duration – This vacant position is budgeted until 30 September 2025 and is subject to renewal depending on funding and performance.

Remuneration – The Knowledge Management and Engagement Officer is a Band 8 position in SPC’s 2023 salary scale, with a starting salary range of 2,044‒2,555 SDR (special drawing rights) per month, which currently converts to approximately FJD 6,030–7,537 (USD 2,739–3,424; EUR 2,595–3,243). 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 matching 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.

Application procedure

Closing Date: 6 June 2023 at 11:59pm (Fiji time)

Job Reference: JM000428

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 the 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 the 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 the Fiji Ministry of Foreign Affairs and where an application is approved, the spouse or partner will be 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):

In the context of the Pacific, what are the key issues and challenges related to stakeholder engagement when working on Integrated Ocean Management (IOM) and Marine Spatial Planning (MSP)? How would you approach these challenges?
What tools and approaches would you suggest to best capture and manage knowledge gained through the change processes including awareness campaigns, stakeholder workshops, participatory planning, webinars, learning exchange events and other capacity building activities at national and regional levels in the Pacific Islands? Please provide examples.
In your own view and experiences, what technical expertise and attributes are required to ensure that project visibility and impact reach the intended audience and stakeholders?

Position Description

Climate and Environmental Risk Mitigation Officer

2023-05-17T09:06:37.151Z

Noumea-based position
Attractive expatriate package
Join the principal development organisation in the region

Description

The role – the Climate and Environmental Risk Mitigation Officer will be focusing on the SPC Social and Environmental Responsibility policy implementation, contributing directly to pillar 2 and 3, operations and programmes. This position will conduct its duties and responsibilities at corporate and programmatic levels, liaising with SPC internal services and requirements, ensuring highest standard for SPC’s Social and Environmental safeguards for SPC operations and activities.

The key responsibilities of the role include the following:

Coordination of SPC Climate change mitigation process throughout SPC

Lead and facilitate the collection of data of SPC’s yearly GHG emissions for further analysis.
Ensure adequate undertaking of internal energy savings measures and promote the implementation of cost-effective measures for emissions reduction.
Coordinate the implementation of SPC’s carbon neutrality fund for the smooth adoption of Carbon internal offsetting activities for SPC’s residual emissions.

Management of climate impact mitigation

Lead the provision of advice and support to divisions on the assessment and management of projects climate change impact.
Undertake SER risks and impacts assessment within project activities using SER screening processes.
Lead the mainstreaming of environmental and CC risks assessment and mitigation processes across all SPC project activities and technical divisions programmes, in partnership with the SER support team and SER practice group: conduct calculations and CC impact analysis during project design stage, ensure this impact is monitored throughout project implementation for adjustment and reporting purpose.
Build division capacity on environmental and climate change risks and impact for project and programme’s activities using appropriate dissemination tools.
Ensure relevant inclusion of mitigation measures throughout project implementation.

Development of outreach activities as per the CCES strategic plan

Facilitate engagement and partnerships with national and international organisations in the field of climate and environmental risks mitigation to ensure SPC collaboration with regional partners.
Support SPC audit and risks team to enhance overall understanding of climate and other SER risks as part of SPC risks mitigation strategy.
Support the development of appropriate mainstreaming tools and engagement processe.
Support SER team in the MEL process to ensure adequate monitoring of SER including through more institutionalised processes.

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

Key selection criteria

Qualifications

A Degree in environmental science, project management, or related and equivalent.

Technical expertise

A minimum of 5 years’ experience in cross-cutting environmental management including research, with a focus on mitigation and climate risks analysis and reporting in the public sector or development organization
5 years’ experience in the utilization of environmental sustainability and climate risks analysis using software at project level.
Demonstrated experience in relationship building and working with a variety of donors and development agencies.
Proven knowledge and experience in carbon insetting and offsetting, including international frameworks.
Practical relevant experience in a developing country environment.
Proven experience representing organizations, agencies or administrations at regional and international level.
Ability to work constructively to resolve issues, concerns or differences of opinion.
Demonstrated capability to work autonomously, self-organised, multi-task, and effectively meet deadlines on multiple, and sometimes urgent requests for support.

Language skills

Excellent communication skills in in English language is required (oral and written).

Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced and multicultural environment.

Salary, terms and conditions

Contract Duration – This vacant position is budgeted until 31 March 2026 and is subject to renewal depending on funding and performance.

Remuneration – the Climate and Environmental Risk Mitigation Officer is a band 8 position in SPC’s 2023 salary scale, with a starting salary range of SDR (special drawing rights) 2,912-3,544 per month, which converts to approximately XPF 441,094-536,787 (USD 3,902-4,748; EUR 3,696-4,498). 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.

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

Application procedure

Closing date: 11 June 2023 – 11:00 pm (Noumea time)

Job Reference: SH000324

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

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):

Can you please explain what are the key components to consider for climate and environmental risks assessment in development projects?
In your opinion, why do institutions choose to green their activities? In your understanding, can you suggest how SPC could progress on that?
Can you explain what mainstreaming is for Environmental sustainability and the way it can be done?

Position Description

Finance Officer

2023-05-17T09:06:37.153Z

Attractive local package
Friendly and supportive team environment
Join the principal development organisation in the region

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.

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.
Georesources and Energy Programme (GEP) – assists member countries by applying technical knowledge in the areas of geoscience and sustainable energy use.
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 Finance Officer will provide financial support to the BSRP II project and assist with the financial delivery of the overall project in accordance with SPC and donor requirements. The incumbent will provide support in the areas of financial accounting, procurement, contracting and audit of project activities across the 15 project countries.

The key responsibilities of the role include:

Implement financial systems to ensure streamlined delivery of activities of the overall project in accordance with SPC requirements

Assist with the management of general accounting and project accounting in accordance with SPC and Donor regulations, including ensuring appropriate budgetary controls are in place.
Provide advice to the project team on financial policies and procedures.

Provide financial management and administration support to ensure the delivery of activities and intended outcomes of the overall project in accordance with SPC and donor requirements

Provide financial management support
Work with senior project staff to: oversee overall project budget revisions, relocations, monitoring and management for project costed workplans; monitor financial performance/progress, including reconciling project payments to cash book and reporting and project bank reconciliations.

Provide support for financial accounting of regional activities and country-specific activities in all 15 participating countries

Seek opportunities for collaboration with other GEM administration and financial staff to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the projects, programme and division.
Participate in training and capacity building provided by SPC.

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

Key selection criteria

Qualifications

Tertiary degree in business administration, commerce, accounting, or similar field

Technical expertise

At least 5 years’ experience in commerce, accounting, business administration, which should include minimum 1 years’ experience in the administration, implementation, and monitoring of a multisectoral development project
Understanding of project budgeting, financial reporting, donor reporting, audit requirements, and contracting
Advanced computer skills in applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel
Sound coordination, administrative, networking, and collaborative skills

Language skills

Excellent English communication skills (oral and written)

Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

Ability to work in a multicultural, inclusive and equitable environment

Salary, terms and conditions

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

Remuneration – The Finance Officer is a Band 7 position in SPC’s 2023 salary scale, with a commencing taxable salary range of 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.

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.

Application procedure

Closing Date – 21 May 2023 at 11:59pm (Fiji time)

Job Reference: JM000427

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

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

Only Fijian citizens are eligible to apply for this role.

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

What are two common financial risks in a large-scale multi-country project, and how can they be mitigated?
Briefly provide us with 2 challenges you had faced when you had to financially report for a project across multiple currencies. How did you overcome those challenges.
Provide us with the challenges/Issues you have faced when working with various project representatives in different countries to obtain financial documents for grants/acquittals in a timely manner.

Position Description

Finance and Grants Officer

2023-05-17T09:06:37.154Z

Suva-based position (Fiji)
Competitive expatriate package
Join the principal development organisation in the region

Description

The Human Rights and Social Development (HRSD) Division has a vision for just, equitable and resilient Pacific societies. It aims to achieve this by advancing human rights, good governance, gender quality and social inclusion for all Pacific people, grounded in cultural values and principles.

In line with its vision, the work of the Division encompasses the following objectives:

Objective 1: Governance for human rights and social development: Strengthen inclusive, transparent and active governance for human rights and social development.

Objective 2: Gender equality and social inclusion: Mobilise, empower and build conditions for gender equality, equity and social inclusion in society and development.

Objective 3: Culture: Promote, preserve and protect positive expressions of culture.

Objective 4: Enhance knowledge, learning and innovative solutions to accelerate impact on human development priorities.

The role – Finance and Grants Officer, within the Project Management Team, will manage project accounting, audit, budgetary controls, monitoring of financial performance/progress in compliance with EU requirements, procurement for services contracts and project assets, disbursement of funds. The position will also provide the program staff with strategic financial advice, ensure the completion of assigned project and donor reporting, oversee and manage audit functions and assist with the administrative and coordination duties associated with the project.

The key responsibilities of the role include:

Budget preparation, monitoring and financial reporting

Prepare project and programme financial budgets, including work plans, operational costs, and specific activities. Work closely with programme team leaders and grant partners in the budget design and preparation.
Monitor the overall program budget and forecasts, including against the following specific areas: Program plan or annual workplan; Outputs and outcomes; Commitments and project executions and Project acquittals.
Prepare timely multi-purpose project and programme financial reports for SPC, donor, and any external project committee or board, technical working groups and others. Reports could include the following: Actuals against budget; Costed activity or outcomes against workplans; Project executions and related risks; Cash management and Audit issues.

Project accounting, audit, and compliance

Facilitate all preparations for any 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.
Develop a robust and systematic electronic filing system covering all financial, procurement, and grant documents.
Ensure expenditures and reporting are compliant with applicable SPC policies and donor requirements and with grant contractual agreements. Ensure all aspects of a project’s financial information including accounting transactions, are accurately captured in the SPC financial system, with any discrepancies corrected in a timely manner.

Grant management and reporting

Maintain a grants register and regularly update based on project progress and discussions with project team, grantees and other stakeholders. Develop action plans with project staff to deal with poor performing grantees and manage through register.
Assist with facilitating regular grant management meetings with program managers to track and monitor budgets, expenditure, required training and support, risks ongoing capacity assessments and mitigation strategies.
Work with the project, within HRSD and other SPC Divisions to issue and manage grants in compliance with all SPC and donor financial, procurement policies and procedures.

Support project administration and travel

Assist the Team Leader Culture with project administration, travel, organization of events and meetings and reporting.
Ensures all events/travel follow SPC procedures for procurement and travel.
Ensures accurate and timely disbursal of per diems and support to workshop participants as per policy in an accountable and transparent manner, keeping security in mind at all times.

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

Key selection criteria

Qualifications

A tertiary degree qualification in finance or accounting

Technical expertise

At least 5 years of experience in project accounting in an international or regional organisation including experience with financial management information systems
Understanding of project budgeting, financial reporting, donor reporting, audit requirements, and efficient systems for international funds transfer
Knowledge of budgetary processes in PICTs and working directly with PICTs in project financial management
Experience working with national government agencies in project financial management
Sound coordination, administrative, networking, and collaborative skills
Advanced computer skills in applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel

Language skills

Exceptional English communication skills (oral and written)

Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

Good interpersonal skills with people from all sections of society, and from different cultures, countries and institutions
Ability to work in a multicultural, inclusive and equitable environment

Salary, terms and conditions

Contract Duration – Until 20 December 2024 - subject to renewal depending on funding and performance.

Remuneration – The Finance and Grants Officer is a Band 8 position in SPC’s 2023 salary scale, with a starting salary range of 2,044‒2,555 SDR (special drawing rights) per month, which currently converts to approximately FJD 6,030–7,537 (USD 2,739–3,424; EUR 2,595–3,243). 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.

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.

Application procedure

Closing Date: 4 June 2023 at 11:59pm (Fiji time)

Job Reference: JM000426

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

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):

What do you think are the key stages in a grant management cycle and important considerations for an organisation such as SPC?
Briefly explain why compliance with organisational and donor procurement policies and procedures is critical for organisations such as SPC and describe three basic guiding principles or best practice requirements you would follow in undertaking procurement or grant processes.
Provide an example where you have strengthened the capacity of an organisation to undertake procurement and/or grant processes that are efficient, effective and compliant with organisational and donor policies and procedures.

Position Description

Statistics Adviser (Demography)

2023-05-17T09:06:37.157Z

Noumea-based position
Attractive expatriate package
Join the principal development organisation in the region

Description

The Statistics for Development Division (SDD) is based in SPC’s headquarters in Noumea, New Caledonia. The division employs approximately 20 staff, all of whom are all based in Noumea. SDD’s goal is to help the Pacific Island Countries and Territories achieve “highly competent and sustainable national statistics systems that meet national and international statistics needs for evidence-based policy, planning and monitoring.” SDD has a regional statistical system leadership and coordination role; and also supports the region directly in data infrastructure, collection, statistical methodology, analysis and dissemination.

The role – the Statistics Adviser (Demography) will support Pacific Island Country and Territory members to estimate and project populations and related demographic statistics. This includes analysis of census, vital statistics and immigration, advice, training and other forms of support.

The key responsibilities of the role include the following:

Ways of working

Demonstrable contribution of team to organisational or ‘ways of working’ objectives in the division business plan, such as “mainstream good modern collections practice” and “strengthened engagement”.

Strategic demographic analysis for the region

The 30-year projections of population distribution by age and sex for all SPC member countries and territories are kept up to date including all dissemination products.
Production of at least one knowledge product every six months on a demography-related topic and evidence they are being used.
SPC is recognised as a successful leader promoting good practice in the Pacific with regards to demography.
Demographic indicators are regularly updated in PDH.Stat.

Country-level demographic analysis

Demographic analysis for population and housing censuses supported by SPC is completed to a high quality and in a timely fashion.
Analysis of vital statistics, and cause of death data is undertaken and SPC meets a reasonable portion of the demand for direct support in this space.
The rest of statistics collections team is supported to a high standard on data processing and analysis of surveys and censuses as it relates to demographic issues.

Technical assistance, training and support

Staff from national statistics offices and relevant staff in line ministries trained in how to produce standard demographic measures.
Opportunities for collaboration and south-south capacity building are identified.
Countries supported in census questionnaire design to ensure the data collected meets the needs of users, and delivers the indicators required for demographic analysis and reporting.
Relationships with key stakeholders are positive.
Opportunities for progress on issues relating to population registries, and use of administrative data for census purposes, are identified and worked on with others in the division.
A tangible contribution is made to progress in the countries SPC is working with towards regular estimates of population change based on administrative data.

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

Key selection criteria

Qualifications

Master’s degree in demography, statistics, or other academic discipline related to the role; or equivalent combination of degree and work experience.

Technical expertise

10 years of relevant experience in demography, statistics or related area.
Applying data analysis and statistical methods with specialist software for reports and presentations for a range of audiences.
Experience in designing and delivering training for professionals.
A good understanding of the challenges developing countries (particularly small island states) face, in the management of census collections, civil registries and the collection, production and use of official statistics.

Language skills

Excellent oral and written English language communication.

Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

A team player, with the ability to work in a multi-diverse and multi-cultural environment.
Knowledge of Pacific Island countries and territories is an advantage.

Salary, terms and conditions

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

Remuneration – The Statistics Adviser (Demography) is a Band 11 position in SPC’s 2023 salary scale, with a starting salary range of SDR (special drawing rights) 4,206-5,161 per month, which converts to approximately XPF 637,132-781,844 (USD 5,636-6,916; EUR 5,339-6,552). 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 matching contribution).

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

Application procedure

Closing date: 4 June 2023 – 11:00 pm (Noumea time)

Job Reference: SH000323

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

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.

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

Describe your experience analysing census data to calculate indicators and monitor population trends.
What would be the best advice for a Pacific Island government on long term investments to improve quality of its population estimates and projections?
What are some of the recent trends in demography, statistics or data science that could be useful for demographic analysis in the Pacific and how does your experience show you could apply these?

Position Description

Fisheries Scientist (Marine Spatial Planning)

2023-05-17T09:06:37.211Z

Noumea-based position
Attractive expatriate package
Join the principal development organisation in the region

Description

The role – the Fisheries Scientist (Marine Spatial Planning) will provide scientific advice on the status of tuna and other oceanic stocks to SPC members; and provide training to national counterparts in interpretation and use of stock assessment information. She/he will support member national marine spatial planning activities with a focus on work relevant to the US-funded Climate Resilient Marine Spatial Planning for the Pacific Islands project.

The key responsibilities of the role include the following:

National level advice

Identifying the analyses required to support key fisheries management decisions at the national level
Analysing fisheries and environmental data to deliver country-specific scientific advice through reports and presentations that support fisheries management decision making at a national level.
Providing authoritative scientific advice on fisheries and the status of oceanic fisheries resources as required at in-country Tuna Management Planning consultations and stakeholder workshops.
Provide information and advice on oceanic fisheries to inform national marine spatial planning (MSP) activities.
Work with other SPC divisions, CROP agencies and national counterparts to support national marine spatial planning.
Contribute to regional events on marine spatial planning and ocean management by presenting analyses and support provided to member countries.
Responding to ad-hoc requests from SPC member countries and territories.
Working collaboratively with FFA staff in the delivery of joint in-country workshops.

Capacity building of SPC members

Develops and delivers capacity building workshops to enhance SPC members understanding and use of stock assessment information and understanding MSP tools
Develops and delivers in country one-to-two week targeted courses on fisheries stock assessment and harvest strategy.
Organises and hosts attachments of SPC member fishery officers to SPC Headquarters to participate in performing analyses and drafting reports of national and sub-regional relevance, including provision of skills training to enhance capacity to interpret and analyse national fisheries data and information in light of regional management approaches.
Provides national level support at regional scientific meetings to ensure understanding and uptake of the scientific information presented.

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

Key selection criteria

Qualifications

Masters qualification, in fisheries science, population biology, stock assessment modelling, natural resource management, or a related discipline.

Technical expertise

At least 5 years’ experience in the development of scientific advice for fisheries management.
Thorough knowledge of fisheries stock assessment principles and techniques
Skills in data analysis, statistics and modelling of fisheries data in R
Able to develop solutions to deliver tangible results for SPC, its members and other stakeholders.
Able to generate new ideas/opportunities, develop policy advice based on sound analysis, and support original solutions.
Excellent verbal and written presentation and communications skills in English, both at a technical level and in the preparation of information for general public.
Proven ability to meet project deadlines, often under difficult circumstances.
Proven ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary and/or multicultural team.
Excellent interpersonal skills that contribute to building productive relationships and partnerships across SPC and with stakeholders

Language skills

Well developed technical writing competencies in English.
Excellent oral communication in skills in English.

Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

Proven ability to supervise the tasks of an inter-disciplinary and/or multi-cultural team.
Knowledge of Pacific Island countries and territories is an advantage.

Salary, terms and conditions

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

Remuneration – the Fisheries Scientist (Marine Spatial Planning) is a band 11 position in SPC’s 2023 salary scale, with a starting salary range of SDR (special drawing rights) 4,206-5,161 per month, which converts to approximately XPF 637,132-781,844 (USD 5,636-6,916; EUR 5,339-6,552). 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.

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

Application procedure

Closing date: 4 June 2023 – 11:00 pm (Noumea time)

Job Reference: SH000319

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

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.

Screening questions (maximum of 2.000 characters per question):

Describe the key issues you feel fishery managers must understand when reviewing scientific advice on stock status.
Provide an example of a statistical or modelling analysis of fisheries data you have performed, and why the results were useful.
Discuss how projected impacts of Climate Change should be considered when implementing a Marine Spatial Planning approach to the management of marine resources.

Position Description

ICT Manager

2023-05-17T09:06:37.213Z

Suva-based position (Fiji)
Attractive expatriate package
Join the principal development organisation in the Pacific region

Description

The role – The ICT Manager will be responsible for managing and overseeing SPC’s ICT service delivery and IT Infrastructure across all SPC sites. This includes specific responsibility for providing including technical and operational support to staff with a focus on excellent customer service. The Manager will be responsible for implementing cost recovery of IT services, managing the customer service relationship with internal and external stakeholders, identifying and making use of opportunities for outsourcing and ensuring the team meets its business reporting obligations.

The key responsibilities of the role include:

Provide leadership that ensures effective service delivery of ICT services and management of ICT infrastructure in all SPC locations

Staff are managed and supervised to achieve objectives and to create an environment that promotes high performance, collaboration, staff development and succession planning
Structure is adapted and modified as need requires

Provide high quality ICT services, manage and optimise ICT infrastructure, business applications and identify and mitigate ICT risks (within known resource constraints)

Lead lifecycle of SPC main business applications, including payroll, FMIS, HRIS, Scientific compute etc
Security and integrity of the SPC corporate network and data communication systems is assured (including telecommunications, data centres and links and leased lines)
System deployment addresses the complete aspect of ICT systems lifecycle

Maintain a financial business model that ensures that the ICT services are financially sustainable, well managed and cost recovered as appropriate

The integrated full cost recovery business model is maintained for ICT services
ICT budget is managed and regularly reviewed, and services are cost recovered
Resources and equipment are well managed and replaced as needed

Manage client relationships for all ICT services

Client relationships with internal stakeholders are actively managed
Clients needs are well understood and catered for
Opportunities for training clients to reduce the burden on ICT services are identified and acted upon

Cross-collaboration with other Managers and teams across the Operations Management Directorate (OMD) and SPC to implement system and process improvements

Opportunities for synergies and (business) systems improvements are identified and acted upon
Collaboration occurs between ICT and other OMD teams to improve processes
ICT support during conferences and other events is coordinated across teams

Ensure section’s compliance with all SPC’s legal obligations, policies and procedures and build SPC’s compliance with any ICT specific policies

ICT systems conform to required aspects of best practice
ICT security and mandated external security and auditing requirements and protocols confirm to requirements
ICT section adheres to all SPC policies, including procurement and travel

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

Key selection criteria

Qualifications

Specialised degree in computer science or a relevant field, or equivalent vocational certificates and work experience that is relevant and current

Technical expertise

At least 12 years’ relevant experience in managing a comprehensive ICT service for a medium sized organisation, preferably in multiple locations
At least 5 years of experience in staff management, team leadership, project development and project management
Demonstrated management skills, including general, people and financial management
Current experience with SPC’s ICT computing technologies including VMware, Windows Server. Cisco and HP products
Experience with ICT best practice, especially security
Demonstrated experience in ICT policy development at corporate and broader levels
Excellent negotiation skills
Ability to work collaboratively and across teams to achieve systems improvements
Experience in ICT policy development at corporate and broader levels

Language skills

Excellent English communication skills (oral and written)

Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

Excellent interpersonal and representational skills with experience in building and maintaining effective working relationships with a range of different individuals and organisations

Salary, terms and conditions

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

Remuneration – The ICT Manager is a Band 13 position in SPC’s 2023 salary scale, with a starting salary range of 4,087‒5,109 SDR (special drawing rights) per month, which currently converts to approximately FJD 12,057–15,071 (USD 5,477–6,846; EUR 5,188–6,485). 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.

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.

Application procedure

Closing Date: 28 May 2023 at 11:59pm (Fiji time)

Job Reference: MC000005

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

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):

What experience do you have managing an IT team of 25-30 people and overseeing technology infrastructure and cybersecurity?
What is your experience with implementing and managing enterprise software solutions and video conferencing solutions.
Describe a time when you successfully managed a project from conception to completion. What was your role in the project, and what steps did you take to ensure its success?

Position Description

Adviser - European Union Finance and Business Process

2023-05-17T09:06:37.215Z

Suva-based position (Fiji)
Attractive expatriate package
Join the principal development organisation in the Pacific region

Description

The European Union Project Management Unit (EU PMU) was established within SPC in 2018. The European Union supports SPC in the financing of technical projects that meet the priorities of the Pacific region. Over the past several years, EU-funded projects were managed by the implementing divisions with varying degrees of compliance to financial management, procurement and standards policies. The purpose of the EU PMU is to ensure that SPC effectively manages all EU-funded projects in a standard, centralised manner, and to drive greater levels of project execution.

The role – Adviser – European Union Finance and Business Process will provide practical support, advice, and training in financial management of EU contracts to implementing teams for EU projects across SPC in compliance with contractual conditions related to finance and procurement. This role will be responsible for the coordinating and facilitating information and experience exchange, developing standardised guidelines and trainings, providing recommendations to address gaps in existing internal SPC policies and procedures, and the review of business processes impacting the EU funded projects for improvements.

The key responsibilities of the role include:

Provide advice and support in EU financial management to technical and leadership teams ensuring EU grants are managed in full compliance with the financial requirements as laid down in the relevant EU agreements and SPC policies and procedures.
Strengthening the SPC capacity to meet contractual obligations with the EU in finance and procurement related areas by developing guidelines and trainings.
Provide quality assurance of all upcoming EU-funded projects, ensuring that budgets, work plans, sub-granting schemes and procurement plans are of highest standards to cater for an excellent project execution and management.
Provide recommendations for improvements of existing systems, standards and procedures in SPC from a business process review perspective to meet contractual obligations in the most efficient way.

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

Key selection criteria

Qualifications

Degree in a relevant discipline such as accounting, financial management or programme management

Technical expertise

At least 8 years of experience in project management working with large and complex EU or other donor-funded multi-beneficiary projects
Experience with supporting EU projects, including EU financial reporting requirements and EU procurement requirements
Experience in identifying gaps in systems and procedures, reshaping and implementing change successfully
Direct experience in accounting and financial reporting procedures
Experience in training, mentoring and coaching staff
Sound understanding of EU conditions, organisation, funding frameworks, processes and agreements
A team player with well-developed innovation and analytical skills
Sound understanding of procurement and auditing procedures and requirements
Initiative and ability to determine and achieve objectives
Excellent PC-based computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, and Internet

Language skills

Excellent English communication skills (oral and written)

Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

Ability to work in a multicultural, inclusive and equitable environment

Salary, terms and conditions

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

Remuneration – The Adviser – European Union Finance and Business Process is a band 10 position in SPC’s 2023 salary scale, with a starting salary range of 2,575‒3,218 SDR (special drawing rights) per month, which currently converts to approximately FJD 7,595–9,494 (USD 3,450–4,313; EUR 3,268–4,085). 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.

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.

Application procedure

Closing Date: 28 May 2023 at 11:59pm (Fiji time)

Job Reference: CB000337

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

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):

Based on your experience with large and complex EU or other donor-funded multi-beneficiary projects, kindly identify and explain 3 lessons learnt that would assist you in this role.
Based on your experience, what particular challenges do you foresee in reshaping existing financial and business process procedures and implementing change successfully? And how would you address those challenges?

Position Description

Human Resources Officer - Remuneration and Systems Support

2023-05-17T09:06:37.217Z

Suva-based position (Fiji)
Competitive expatriate package
Join the principal development organisation in the region

Description

The role – The Human Resources Officer – Remuneration and Systems Support will provide support to HR and all system users towards the design, testing, development, implementation and maintenance of the information systems, analytics and tools that support HR business processes and decision-making including remuneration reviews and market analysis.

The key responsibilities of the role include:

HR reporting

Compile and assist with data reports and summaries for HR including but not limited to leave reports, overall staff lists, new starter list, probation reports, PDS reports. Extract tailored data for organisational wide audit reports.
Work with the HR team to maintain the accuracy of the HRIS ensuring it reflects the current status of staff including undertaking data quality checks.
Work with the HR Adviser (Remuneration, Systems & HR Projects) to develop and implement monthly Master Data reports and provide HR Dashboards that will enable regular reporting to the Divisions.

HR Systems Administration and support – Cornerstone/PayGlobal Support/ESS

Resolve HR queries and issues relating to the use of HR systems i.e., Cornerstone, ESS. Assist with data integration issues between PG and Cornerstone.
Work with HR Adviser and HR team to prepare configuration guides, training materials, update intranet pages and documentation for HR systems training as and when required.
Work with system providers when changes/upgrades are implemented to provide input and ensure appropriate levels of testing are conducted.

Remuneration and benefits administration

Support the annual remuneration (GMI, PDS and allowances) changes to prepare for payroll processing.
Support annual salary and benefits surveys as required.
Support the HR Adviser Rem with job evaluation & maintaining certification in SP10 methodology.

Learning Management System (LMS) Support

Supporting the implementation of a learning management system.
Support the HRD & HR Adviser Rem in coordinating online certification for staff e.g. Performance Management, Risk Assessment, Health & Safety, Sexual harassment & bullying.
Determine type of issues for learning management system are escalated and resolved and/or escalated to relevant parties.

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

Key selection criteria

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in human resource management, business management or a related discipline.

Technical expertise

At least 5 years of HR experience.
Excellent computer skills and proficiency in the use of MS Office, including relevant experience with a Human Resources Information System.
Experience using HR Systems and supporting Employee Self-service.
Excellent numeracy skills particularly with Excel and designing spreadsheets.
Excellent time management skills and organisational skills
Strong customer service skills.
Familiar with working in a dynamic and challenging multi – faceted environment.
Be committed to quickly gaining an understanding of the organisation conditions, policies and procedures.

Language skills

Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).

Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

Excellent interpersonal and representational skills with experience in building and maintaining effective working relationships with a range of different individuals and organisations.

Salary, terms and conditions

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

Remuneration – The Human Resources Officer – Remuneration and Systems Support is a band 8 position in SPC’s 2023 salary scale, with a starting salary range of 2,044‒2,555 SDR (special drawing rights) per month, which currently converts to approximately FJD 6,030–7,537 (USD 2,739–3,424; EUR 2,595–3,243). 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.

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.

Application procedure

Closing Date: 21 May 2023 at 11:59pm (Fiji time)

Job Reference: JM000420

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

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):

Please provide an overview of your HR systems management experience along with examples. Can you give us an example where you have had a challenge in managing aspects of a HR system? What was the challenge and what did you do to improve the outcome?
Describe your experience in preparing and providing materials for HR systems training. What do you think are the important factors to ensure this is successful when delivered?
Please give us two examples where you had to deliver reports to senior executives in a manner that is easy to understand and that enables informed decisions. What do you think is important about reporting?

Position Description

Human Resources Officer - Advisory and Operations (x2)

2023-05-17T09:06:37.220Z

Suva-based position (Fiji)
Competitive expatriate package
Join the principal development organisation in the region

Description

The role – The Human Resources Officer – Advisory and Operations is responsible for providing timely, high quality and customer-focused advice, support and services to managers across a broad spectrum of HR needs and under the direction of the HR Manager support employee relations, performance management, HR operations, change management and policy advice.

The key responsibilities of the role include:

HR Advisory services

Under direction of the HR Manager (HRM) advise, coach and support managers to manage their staff and take responsibility for people issues, performance management, employment relations, and interpretation of employment agreements and policies.
In collaboration with the HRM, provide support for the planning, implementing and monitoring of change management processes.
Provides orientation to new managers and ongoing training on HR systems and processes.
Conduct Job Evaluations - in collaboration with the HR certified job evaluators, size and evaluate roles after ensuring the descriptions are coherent and duties are well encapsulated. Report the outcome and have discussion with managers as needed.

HR Services

Work with assigned portfolios to proactively manage; Staff Contracts, HR system data management, Employee mobility/off-boarding, Employee induction, Employee benefits, Payroll coordination, Recruitment (temporary roles), Role Approvals and Visas
Collation and organization of key audit documents for audit verification exercises.
Advice managers on processes around internship, secondees and PHD, volunteer placements.
Support the HRM with medical and life insurance processes.

HR Projects, Policy and Process Development

Contributes to the updating and publishing of HR forms, templates, best practice process (SOPs) and guidelines to be accessible for managers.
Assists with the development, review and implementation of HR policy, tools, and best practice guidelines.
Identify and implement system and process improvements (including SOPs) to support the ongoing delivery of HR advice and support to managers.

Team Effectiveness

Contribute to a positive team culture that enables high performance of the HR team.
Practice a continuous improvement approach by reviewing own work methods and maintaining a positive approach to solving problems/issues.
Contribute to the efficient delivery of HR support, being flexible, adaptable and operating as a team, undertaking work in other areas where necessary.

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

Key selection criteria

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in human resource management, industrial relations or a related discipline.

Technical expertise

At least 5 years of HR experience, with 3 years in a similar role ideally in an international setting and medium to large organisation structure in the Pacific region.
Sound knowledge and experience across a range of HR Practices and Policies.
Ability to coach, communicate and be credible with a wide range of people.
Good level of computer literacy, confident using the Microsoft Office suite and able to learn new applications when required.
A high level of organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize work.

Language skills

Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).

Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

Excellent interpersonal and representational skills with experience in building and maintaining effective working relationships with a range of different individuals and organisations.

Salary, terms and conditions

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

Remuneration – The Human Resources Officer – Advisory and Operations is a band 8 position in SPC’s 2023 salary scale, with a starting salary range of 2,044‒2,555 SDR (special drawing rights) per month, which currently converts to approximately FJD 6,030–7,537 (USD 2,739–3,424; EUR 2,595–3,243). 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.

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.

Application procedure

Closing Date: 21 May 2023 at 11:59pm (Fiji time)

Job Reference: JM000419

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

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):

Describe a change that you had to contribute to or implement in your current or previous organization. What was your role and the challenges faced, if any? Please also share any lessons learnt from your experience.
Tell us about your experience in conducting training on either HR systems or HR policies/procedures? How would you describe your communication style?
Give an example where you had to provide advice on a complex staffing issue (e.g., poor performance).

Position Description

Systems Analyst Developer (GIS)

2023-05-17T09:06:37.222Z

Noumea-based position
Attractive expatriate package
Join the principal development organisation in the region

Description

The role – the Systems Analyst Developer (GIS) will work within a cross functional team from the Pacific Data Hub (PDH) and Pacific Community Centre for Ocean Science (PCCOS) programmes and will collaborate with subject matter experts from SPC’s technical divisions. The role will be responsible for designing, developing, upgrading, and maintaining science-based open-source decision support tools and platforms, as well as supporting SPC’s geospatial and time series data management and scientific computing facility. This role’s primary focus will be developing and supporting decision support tools as part of the Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) process led by the Government of Palau.

The key responsibilities of the role include the following:

Decision support system

Design, develop, document, maintain and enhance science-based decision support tools
Ensure that GIS datasets, reference maps, thematic maps and other cartographic quality products created and provided to support the marine spatial planning process
Monitor performance and use of the system and continuously improve tools
Work with stakeholders to gather requirements and develop GIS solutions to support business needs
Troubleshoot and resolve issues with GIS applications and systems, ensuring high availability and performance
Collaborate with other developers, GIS analysts, and data scientists to integrate GIS applications and systems with other SPC applications
Keep up-to-date with GIS community trends, new technologies, and emerging best practices

Data Management

Support the management of geospatial and time series data management systems and GIS Geodatabases
Enable holistic data dissemination and facilitate open access to information and data
Support Linux-based high-end scientific computing facility (high powered computing)

Capacity Building

Train national staff in the use of ocean data
Share knowledge and provide assistance for bespoke applications
Fulfil requests by partners and member countries
Provide technical support and training to users of GIS applications and systems.

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

Key selection criteria

Qualifications

Tertiary degree in information technology or related field.

Technical expertise

5 years’ experience in systems and tool development.
Proven programming skills in multiple languages including Python.
Strong understanding of Git/GitHub.
Experience in working with the client to get their information system requirements.
Good knowledge of networking, computing hardware and Linux operating systems.
Ability to communicate technical climate/oceans/geodetic information to non-technical audiences, including as a comprehensive training programme.

Language skills

Good communication skills in English.

Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

Ability to work and travel in a multicultural and multilingual environment.
Knowledge of Pacific Island countries and territories is an advantage.

Salary, terms and conditions

Contract Duration – This vacant position is budgeted until 30 September 2025 and is subject to renewal depending on funding and performance.

Remuneration – the Systems Analyst Developer (GIS) is a band 9 position in SPC’s 2023 salary scale, with a starting salary range of 3,209–3,915 SDR (special drawing rights) per month, which currently converts to approximately XPF 486,099–593,079 (USD 4,300–5,246; EUR 4,074–4,970). 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.

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

Application procedure

Closing date: 21 May 2023 – 11:00 pm (Noumea time)

Job Reference: SH000315

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

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):

What has been the most challenging and/or rewarding GIS-related project you have been involved in your career? Briefly explain how this was challenging and/or why it was rewarding for you.
Describe and provide examples of how geospatial data products derived from marine spatial planning activities, can help Pacific Island Countries and Territories make informed evidence-based decisions to improve livelihoods and support action towards achieving their development goals?
When developing geospatial data applications, what are some practical measures that you have undertaken to ensure that the data you are sharing is findable, accessible, interoperable, and reusable?

Position Description

Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Adviser

2023-05-17T09:06:37.234Z

Suva-based position (Fiji)
Friendly and supportive team environment
Join the principal development organisation in the region

Description

The Human Rights and Social Development (HRSD) Division has a vision for just, equitable and resilient Pacific societies. It aims to achieve this by advancing human rights, equality and social inclusion for all Pacific people, grounded in cultural values and principles.

In line with its vision, the work of the Division encompasses the following objectives:

Objective 1: Governance for human rights and social development: Strengthen inclusive, transparent and active governance for human rights and social development.

Objective 2: Gender equality and social inclusion: Mobilise, empower and build conditions for gender equality, equity and social inclusion in society and development.

Objective 3: Culture: Promote, preserve and protect positive expressions of culture.

Objective 4: Enhance knowledge, learning and innovative solutions to accelerate impact on human development priorities.

As the key implementing partner for the Pacific Women Lead portfolio, SPC leads the Pacific Women Lead (PWL) at SPC programme (PWL at SPC), located within SPC’s HRSD Division. The PWL at SPC programme receives more than AUD 55 million under the Australian Government’s AUD 170 million PWL portfolio. PWL at SPC has funding for five years from 2021−2026.

The PWL at SPC programme goal is that Pacific women and girls, in all their diversity, are safe and equitably share in resources, opportunities and decision-making, with men and boys. There are three outcomes: (1) Women’s leadership promoted; (2) Women’s rights realised; and (3) Pacific regional partners increase the effectiveness of regional gender equality efforts. Joining PWL at SPC, other central partners include PWL Enabling Services (PWLES); AIR (Amplify – Invest – Reach) partnership of women’s funds, civil society organisations and coalitions; and the Australian Government’s direct relationships with development partners for regional programmes, such as the United Nations (UN).

The Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Adviser for PWL will provide technical advice, assistance, and capacity building across the Pacific Women Lead programme. The role will also support other objectives across the HRSD Division.

The key responsibilities of the role include:

Provide technical assistance on gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) across the PWL at SPC programme in the areas of women’s leadership, women’s rights, and disability inclusion.

Provides advice and programme support to PWL at SPC activities in the areas of enhancing women’s voices in decision making spaces, women’s health, women’s safety, women’s economic empowerment, enhancing agency and ending violence against women.
Assist in research and analysis that informs activity design and implementation,
Implement the PWL at SPC Disability Inclusion Guidance Note to ensure a strategic approach to disability inclusion and interventions are inclusive of women with disability.

Provide capacity development support to the PWL at SPC programme, including grantees, Technical Advisers, and other relevant stakeholders such as the HRSD on gender equality and social inclusion

Assist the team in identifying capacity development needs and skills for the team and relevant partners and other stakeholders.
Develop and deliver capacity support through formal and informal training on human rights and GESI through grants management, convenings, Community of Practice, Technical Assistance, Design/Evaluations, and other modalities.
Monitoring and evaluation of capacity building support is conducted to meet desired outcomes.

Support stakeholder engagement, networking, and coordination across the PWL at SPC programme, HRSD, SPC and other key stakeholders

Support stakeholder engagement, networking, and coordination to advance programme and divisional objectives at national, regional, and institutional levels.
Actively engage in working groups, Communities of Practice, Task Forces, and other technical committees.
Represent and promote PWL at SPC and HRSD throughout the region.

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

Key selection criteria

Qualifications

A post graduate qualification in social sciences, gender, development, or a related discipline.

Technical expertise

5-10 years of development experience working in the field of human rights, gender equality and social inclusion, and/or youth development, in the Pacific region.
Demonstrated understanding of contemporary gender issues in the Pacific region.
Programming experience, including developing, delivering, and reporting against work plans.
Experience developing capacity building initiatives and delivering sessions for diverse government and non-government audiences.
Ability to provide practical gender and social inclusion analysis to a range of stakeholders.

Language skills

Excellent English communication skills (oral and written) with strong writing ability at a project donor reporting level.

Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

High level interpersonal skills with ability to work in a multi-disciplinary and cross-cultural team.

Salary, terms and conditions

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

Remuneration – The Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Adviser is a band 10 position in SPC’s 2023 salary scale, with a starting salary range of 2,575‒3,218 SDR (special drawing rights) per month, which currently converts to approximately FJD 7,595–9,494 (USD 3,450–4,313; EUR 3,268–4,085). 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.

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.

Application procedure

Closing Date: 17 May 2023 at 11:59pm (Fiji time)

Job Reference: JM000411

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

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):

Describe your experience in providing gender-sensitive or gender-related technical assistance for programming and capacity support in women’s leadership, women’s rights, and disability inclusion.
Please describe five key gender inequality issues in the Pacific islands countries and how would you address them.

Position Description