Australian High Commission Vanuatu Program Manager Various Fixed-Term and Ongoing Contracts

About the Australian aid program in Vanuatu: The Australian Aid Program promotes Australia’s national interests by contributing to sustainable economic growth and poverty reduction. In Vanuatu, our aid program is guided by a bilateral partnership between the governments of Vanuatu and Australia. Please visit our website: http://www.vanuatu.embassy.gov.au/pvla/home.html The Australian High Commission delivers a high quality aid program across four strategic objectives:  Building resilient infrastructure and an environment for economic opportunity;  Improving early education and essential health services;  Improving community safety and resilience; and  Supporting cyclone recovery and reconstruction. The program is delivered in partnership with key government ministries and a diverse range of NGO, multilateral and other partners. More information on the Australian Aid Program can be found at: http://aid.dfat.gov.au/Pages/home.aspx About the role Under general direction, the program manager provides support for the management of one or more sectors of the aid program in Vanuatu. Program managers also support improved coordination and reporting (financial, fraud, performance and quality) across the program. Key responsibilities         

Support service delivery and system strengthening with design and implementation of the development program. Develop and maintain strong relationships with the Vanuatu Government, other donors and implementing partners. Manage program administration and finances including accountability for all financial and contractual management, risk management, and procurement. Evaluate Australia’s development programs in Vanuatu to ensure outcomes are achieved effectively and efficiently. Represent and liaise with a range of stakeholders including Vanuatu and Australian government officials, specialists and consultants, civil society and community groups, and other development organisations. Assist with the management of risk in implementing the program in a complex operating environment. Provide input into drafting high quality and evidence based reporting at the program level. Provide administrative support to the program including logistical assistance to visiting consultants, paper based and electronic records management and data entry. In the event of a disaster, the position may be required to be part of the post-disaster team.

Aid Management, Development Policy and Country/Region knowledge   

An operational knowledge of aid management; An operational knowledge of development policy; and Knowledge of Vanuatu and government systems and language.

Qualifications/Experience The position requires tertiary qualifications, technical expertise and/or experience in public policy, development or related sectors. Essential Requirements Strong written and spoken English is essential and spoken Bislama is highly desirable. Applicants should hold Vanuatu citizenship or residency that permits you to work in Vanuatu. The Australian High Commission is an equal opportunities employer. The position descriptions are available from reception at the Australian High Commission or on the Australian High Commission’s website at www.vanuatu.embassy.gov.au. Applications should identify that you are applying for position of Program Manager and must include:  a Curriculum Vitae;  a statement in support of the application addressing the key responsibilities of the position you are applying for (totalling no more than 3 typed pages); and  the names and contact details of at least two referees. Applications should be addressed to the Human Resources Manager at the Australian High Commission, P.O. Box 111, Port Vila or emailed to [email protected]. Please direct enquiries about the positions to the Human Resource Manager on +678 22777. Applications close on Monday 8 February 2016. Only applicants who are shortlisted for interview will be contacted.