Project Implementation Officer

• Suva-based position (Fiji)
• 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 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 Land Resources Division (LRD) provides effective expert scientific advice, capacity building and services on conservation, development and utilization of plant genetic resources, forest and landscape management, resilient agricultural systems, diversification of livelihood strategies and access to markets to maintain ecosystem services and improve land productivity and the food, nutrition security and resilience of Pacific communities. LRD has expertise in genetic resource conservation, resilient agriculture, biosecurity, pest and disease management, agricultural extension, plant pathology, entomology and animal health. It collaborates with governments, regional organisations, civil society and other SPC divisions to pinpoint the needs and priorities of Pacific countries and communities and provide technical expertise to address them. This mission is realized through four main thematic work areas, or pillars, and a progressively integrated approach to programming that works towards achieving SPC’s development goals.

The role – Project Implementation Officer is to support the implementation of the USA-SPC Global Health Security (One Health) program through supporting activity management and coordinating the planning, monitoring, evaluation and learning of the program.

The key responsibilities of the role include:

Program activity management

• Support the One Health Coordinator with the planning and implementation of program activities including establishing annual and/or periodic workplans, budgets and activity schedules.
• Provide program progress information on a timely basis and analyse information to inform reporting and management decision making.
• Assist the One Health Coordinator with preparation and compilation of program briefs, program reports for donor submissions and key stakeholder meetings.
• Ensure that activities are well linked to the program log frame and budget for ease of reference and reporting.
• Support the One Health Coordinator to convene the program steering group, donor meetings, sub-regional steering committee meetings, and other regional events for the program as relevant.

Program Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL)

• Work closely with the PMEL Advisers of LRD and PHD to design and implement a MEL Plan (MEL framework and calendar) for the program that is clear and succinct and in line with SPC, Divisions and donor requirements.
• Assist the coordinator with monitoring of the program workplans and MEL plan and ensure any changes required are put through the relevant processes for endorsement and approval.
• Support the development of the progress reports against program indicators.
• Support the identification and documentation of performance/impact stories for communication products
• Develop necessary MEL tools to track activity implementation, analyze and visualize data, document and share lessons

Stakeholder Management and effective collaborations

• Provide support to the One Health coordinator to map key stakeholders and develop and maintain effective relationships and open channels of communication.
• Seek out and actively manage key internal and external stakeholder relationships based on open and regular discussions and feedback, to ensure effective interface between program development, planning, service design and policy implementation.
• Ensure that a detailed database of key stakeholders is maintained and updated regularly.
• Work effectively with team members towards mutual continued development and provide feedback to each other on program work undertaken.
• Ensure that the program is represented in any relevant SPC stakeholder consultations / forums that may affect operations.

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

Key selection criteria

Qualifications

• A degree in project management, business administration, international development, evaluation, or another relevant field and or equivalent body of knowledge and experience.

Technical expertise

• At least 8 years of practical experience in international development, MEL and/or project management areas
• Strong understanding and experience in the project management cycle, including log frames, MEL and risk management.
• Demonstrated experience in relationship building and working with a wide variety of stakeholders.

Language skills

• Excellent English communication skills (oral and written) with a working knowledge of French being an advantage. 

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 Project Implementation Officer is a band 9 position in SPC’s 2025 salary scale with a starting salary range of 2,399‒2,998 SDR (special drawing rights) per month, which currently converts to approximately FJD 7,220–9,025 (USD 3,190–3,988; EUR 2,938–3,672). 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. 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 Staff in a position advertised internationally (EPAI) whose duty station is Suva – SPC provides a housing allowance of FJD 1,500–5,200 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 10% 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: 25 January 2026 at 11:59pm (Fiji time)

Job Reference: TT000164

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.

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):

1. Planning and Implementation: Describe a time when you had to develop and manage a workplan for a project. How did you ensure the activities aligned with organizational objectives and donor requirements
2. MEL Framework Development: Tell us about your experience in designing a MEL plan for a project. How did you ensure that it was clear, aligned with organizational requirements, and easy to implement?
3. Stakeholder Mapping: Describe a time when you had to map and engage with key stakeholders for a project. How did you ensure effective communication, stakeholders’ engagement and maintain relationships?