Implementation Support Officer - Melanesia
Quick answer
Pacific Community is hiring a mid-level Implementation Support Officer - Melanesia in Vanuatu, paying approximately $3,846–4,743 per month, to support the delivery of PHWP activities through coordination, procurement, and stakeholder engagement.
- Role
- Implementation Support Officer - Melanesia
- Organization
- Pacific Community
- Location
- Vanuatu
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- 2,870–3,540 SDR per month, which currently converts to approximately USD 3,846–4,743
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Implementation Support Officer - Melanesia will provide country and sub-regional coordination support for the delivery of PHWP activities across Melanesia, supporting implementation through coordination, procurement, and stakeholder engagement.
What you'll do
- Coordinate and support the implementation of PHWP activities in Melanesian countries
- Act as the primary in-country and sub-regional focal point for PHWP implementation
- Support implementation of programme priorities, ensuring alignment with Results Framework, Greening, GEDSI and Localisation commitments
- Facilitate the procurement of goods and services and support the engagement of consultants and contractors
- Support identification and coordination of capacity strengthening opportunities
- Maintain implementation records and contribute information for programme reports
What it takes
- A bachelor’s degree from a recognised institution (or equivalent work experience) in a discipline relevant to program management, international development, infrastructure development, climate resilience or disaster risk management
- At least 7-8 years in program coordination/management position in the Pacific region
- Strong understanding and experience in program management, including with: program-cycles; financial forecasting and reporting; grant and contract management; MERL; and risk management
- Knowledge of procurement and financial management systems, and implementing programs across multiple government agencies in the Pacific
- Experience with facilitating multi-stakeholder participatory, consultative, gender and social inclusion approaches to development, and mitigating adverse environmental impacts
- Experience with infrastructure delivery processes, including permitting, contractor engagement and stakeholder coordination
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Housing allowance of USD 1,000–2,000, establishment and relocation grant, removal expenses, airfares, home leave, medical and life insurance, and education allowance for eligible employees and their recognized dependents. 25 days of annual leave and access to SPC’s Provident Fund.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Vanuatu.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is 2,870–3,540 SDR per month, which currently converts to approximately USD 3,846–4,743.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, at least 7-8 years of experience in program coordination/management, and strong understanding of program management, financial forecasting, and risk management.
How do I apply?
Applicants must apply online at http://careers.spc.int/ and provide an updated resume, cover letter, and responses to screening questions.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 15 November 2026, 11:00 pm (Noumea time).
How to apply
Apply directly on Pacific Community's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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