Employment Opportunities – Program Manager (SBD 167,064 – 191,688 pa)
Closing date for applications: 11:00pm 3 February 2025
The Australian High Commission is looking to recruit Program Managers to contribute to the implementation, management, and promotion of Australia’s development program in Solomon Islands.
This is an amazing opportunity to progress your development career as part of a professional team and deliver on Solomon Islands development priorities. Successful applicants may be used to fill Program Manager vacancies in education, infrastructure, humanitarian, economic growth, health, gender equality, governance, justice, or public communications teams.
As a Program Manager, you will be able to work autonomously under the direction of an Australian officer to manage Australia’s development assistance program, in accordance with the International Development Programming Guide. You will manage and prioritise tasks, build relationships, monitor contract and program performance, and undertake research. Applicants who do not meet the requirements of the role may be offered a position at the Assistant Program Manager level [SBD135,816 – SBD155,832].
Selection criteria
1. Demonstrated ability to manage complex development programs, including contracts and
reporting, to achieve results.
2. Demonstrated ability to develop effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders.
3. High level of initiative, flexibility and judgement, and excellent problem-solving capabilities.
4. Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Pidgin.
5. Relevant tertiary qualifications from a recognised, high-quality institution.
Applications must include:
- Current CV/Resume with details of experience and evidence of relevant work history and/or relevant tertiary qualification
- 1-2 page Statement addressing the selection criteria above
- Names and contact details of two work-related referees
Note on Statement of claims against selection criteria
Your statement of claims against the selection criteria is the most important part of your application and should be presented in a clear, concise and focused manner. In addressing the selection criteria, you should use specific examples of work you have done, describing how you have contributed to a process or an outcome, and how this relates to the criteria you are addressing.
The position is full-time ongoing and includes a Housing Safety Net of SBD20,000 per annum. Applications can be emailed to: [email protected]
Or hand delivered to: Australian High Commission, Corner of Hibiscus and Mud Alley Ave.
Closing date for applications: 11:00pm 3 February 2025 Applications received after this date will not be considered. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
Employment Opportunities – Senior Health Adviser (SBD239,256 – SBD274,548 pa)
Closing date for applications: Open of Business on 27 January 2025.
The Australian High Commission is looking to recruit a suitably qualified and experienced Senior Health Adviser in the Human Development Section to manage the delivery of a range of Australian bilateral, regional, and global health programs in Solomon Islands.
As the Senior Health Adviser, you will work closely with your team and collaboratively with other areas of the Australian High Commission and DFAT (including Global Health Division and the Office of the Pacific) and engage externally with senior Solomon Islands government stakeholders (including the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) senior executive and Provincial Health officials), development partners, contractors, aid-funded advisors and implementing partners on a range of high profile and high priority issues.
For further details of the position please see the position description available on our website: https://solomonislands.embassy.gov.au/honi/Employment.html
Applicants who are not successful for this role but display the requisite skills and abilities will be placed on a merit list and may be offered a role in the future.
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Selection criteria 1. Demonstrate the ability to lead complex development programs and systems to achieve results 2. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Pidgin 3. Demonstrated ability to develop effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders 4. High level of initiative, flexibility and judgement, and excellent problem-solving capabilities 5. Ability to supervise, mentor and lead others in a multicultural team 6. Analytical and strategic thinking |
Applications must include:
• Current CV/resume with details of experience and evidence of a relevant tertiary qualification
• 1-2 page statement addressing the selection criteria above
• Names and contact details of two work-related referees
The application process will include assessment of: CV, statement addressing the selection criteria (stated above), interview, written exercise (performed just before or after interview) and referee comments. Note on Statement of claims against selection criteria
Your statement of claims against the selection criteria is the centrepiece of your application and should be presented in a concise and focused manner. In addressing the selection criteria, you should use specific examples of work you have done, describing how you have contributed to a process or an outcome, and how this relates to the criteria you are addressing.
The position is full-time ongoing and includes a Housing Safety Net of SBD20,000 per annum.
Applications can be emailed to [email protected] or hand delivered to:
Australian High Commission, Cnr of Hibiscus and Mud Alley Ave.
Closing date for applications: OOB 27 January 2025. Applications received after this date will not be considered. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
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AGENCY |
Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade |
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POSITION NUMBER |
HO20052 |
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POSITION TITLE |
Senior Health Adviser |
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CLASSIFICATION |
LE7 |
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SECTION |
Human Development Section |
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REPORTS TO (TITLE) |
First Secretary, Health |
About the Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade
The role of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is to advance the interests of Australia and Australians internationally. This involves strengthening Australia’s security, enhancing Australia’s prosperity, delivering an effective and high-quality overseas development program, and helping Australian travellers and Australians overseas.
The department provides foreign, trade and development policy advice to the Australian Government. DFAT also works with other Australian Government agencies to drive coordination of Australia’s pursuit of global, regional, and bilateral interests.
About the position
Under broad direction, the Senior Health Adviser will manage the delivery of a range of Australian bilateral, regional and global health programs in Solomon Islands. The role requires strategic thinking and project management skills as well as strong negotiation and relationship management expertise.
As part of the Human Development Section, the Senior Health Adviser will play a critical role in the successful implementation of Australia’s new bilateral health program – the Solomon Islands Australia Partnership for Health 2025 – 2028 (Health Partnership) – and improving health services and health outcomes in Solomon Islands in line with the National Health Strategic Plan 2022 – 2031, the Australia – Solomon Islands Development Partnership Plan 2024 – 2029, and Australia’s International Development Policy.
The Senior Health Advisor will work collaboratively with other areas of the Australian High Commission and DFAT (including Global Health Division and the Office of the Pacific) and engage externally with senior Solomon Islands government stakeholders (including the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) senior executive and Provincial Health officials), development partners, contractors, aid-funded advisors and implementing partners on a range of high profile and high priority issues.
The key responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
Policy advice, stakeholder management and coordination
- Support the delivery of Australia’s health program in Solomon Islands, including the new Health Partnership and other key bilateral, regional and global health investments.
- Manage and build strong and productive working relationships with all implementing partners, including Solomon Island Government officials, ASIPS+ health program management team, as well as representatives from health sector NGO’s and CSO’s.
- Work in close collaboration with colleagues from Global Health Division and Office of the Pacific in Canberra to support progress and implementation of key regional and global health programs.
- Produce and deliver a range of high-quality written materials, including briefings, speeches, reports, and correspondence on health support, as well as on complex and technical policy issues.
Program management of bilateral investments
- Provide expert strategic analysis and evidence-based advice on operational issues, strategic program directions and program planning to deliver key operational outcomes.
- Manage key investments under the bilateral program (Direct Funding Arrangement with MHMS, managing contractor) as required including contract and financial management and investment quality reporting, and maintain oversight of the bilateral budget.
- Monitor program implementation and support evaluations, which may include conducting site visits, coordinating project review missions and reviewing performance and progress reports.
- Proactively manage risk and ensure compliance with DFAT aid management (including safeguards, PSEAH and fraud management) and other corporate processes/policies.
- Support effective procurement and contract management, financial management, risk management and monitoring and evaluation as it supports bilateral, regional and global programming requirements.
Other business duties
- Represent the Australian High Commission on health-related issues and promote Australian outcomes in Solomon Islands.
- Analyse and report on key strategic health issues as they relate to Australia’s health support and broader Australian interests in Solomon Islands.
- Perform a leadership role in the Human Development Section, including team management/supervision (health team) and building capability of LES officers.
- Undertake other duties as required.
Qualifications/Experience
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex relationships, programs or contracts and systems to achieve results.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Pidgin.
- Experience working with Solomon Islands Government partners to deliver projects and outcomes.
- Sound knowledge and proven experience with DFAT systems and processes - including financial, program management and quality and performance systems, and proven proficiency in the delivery of Australian development assistance.
- High level of initiative, flexibility and judgement, and excellent problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively with others in a multicultural team.
Desirable qualities
- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field
- Well-developed organisational and time management skills
- Flexibility and a willingness to perform a wide range of varied tasks.
- Demonstrated ability to work as an effective and reliable team member and to build working relationships with a range of stakeholders.
- Ability to prioritise workloads, maintain confidentiality and work effectively under pressure.