11 Community Services & Development jobs

Habitat for Humanity Fiji (HFH Fiji} is dedicated to the eradication of substandard and poverty housing in Fiji. It is a registered Fiji Charitable Trust and its affiliates have programmes and offices in nearly 70 countries worldwide. Our mission is to help families in need to construct decent homes in Fiji without regard to race, religion or ethnic origin. HFH Fiji is committed to provide a workplace with equal employment opportunity for all.  HFH Fiji is looking for a motivated individual to join our team in the role of a Knowledge and Learning (K&L) Officer. If you are someone who loves to travel and carry out field assignments, has the passion for community related work and is looking for a new challenge, than this is the right job for you. The successful candidate will be provided with a contract, attend knowledge and learning training, attain valuable practical experience and an opportunity to work for an international NGO. PERSONAL SPECIFICATION  Minimum Degree in Education/ Journalism/ Communications/ or 4 years relative experience in related field Excellent written communication skills as demonstrated in quality lesson learnt report writing, newsletters, short documentary videos, annual report and email correspondence. Ability to analyze field data and be able to translate it into meaningful information. Ability to work autonomously, with minimal supervision. Demonstrated empathy with the values of Habitat for Humanity. Ensure effective management and implementation of project knowledge and learning process. Good verbal communication skills in an individual and group setting. Fiji Driver’s License (Group 2 Manual Full License) with 3 years driving experience. Flexibility to travel remote areas throughout Fiji to conduct field assessments. Competency in word processing and basic spread sheets. HOW TO APPLY HFH Fiji is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages male and female candidates from all religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization.  All HFH Fiji staff, consultants and volunteers are required to undergo a police clearance check and working with children check prior to commencing employment. HFH Fiji has zero tolerance policy on child exploitation and abuse. For interested applicants, please submit a full CV, cover letter {1 page) explaining why you are the best candidate for this position. Applications are to be emailed, addressing the key competencies to abinesh_ veitamani@habitatfiji.org.fj Call 3312012 for more details. Applications close : Friday 31st January, 2020

Transcend Oceania is a Pacific regional Peacebuilding organization located in Suva, Fiji. We seek to recruit suitably qualified and experienced persons for the following position The Project Officer will manage our flagship regional project “Oceania Men and Boys Engage!” Key Roles and Responsibilities: Design, coordinate and implement Oceania Men and Boys Engage (OMBE) project in the Pacific region. Facilitate trainings, cross-gender dialogues, comparative leaming exercise and training of trainers Develop manuals, posters, documentaries required for the project Monitor and Evaluate Project. Prepare internal technical reports, briefs, donor reports, documentation of activities, outputs and outcomes Applicants must have: Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Peacebuilding, Gender or in any other related field Minimum 3 years proven experience in Peacebuilding, Gender and primary prevention work to end violence against women and girls Fluency in written and spoken English and excellent facilitation skills Applications, (identifying the position applied for) enclosing a Cover Letter, Current Resume, names and contact details of 3 Professional Referees should be emailed to: info@transcendoceania.org or hand delivered at 8 Des Vouex Rd, Suva no later than 30th January, 2020. Contact Director Programs at paulo.b@ptranscendoceania.org  or 7110749 for questions

The Seventh-day Adventist Church in Fiji is looking to employ an Accountant to provide specific financial and administrative support to the Treasury team. The suitable person needs to be a committed baptised member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Fiji. To qualify for this position the incumbent should; Provide proof of having sound understanding of accounting principles and practice.  Have a working knowledge of the MS Office suite and a proficient user of the MS Excel spread sheet package  Possess experience in the use of relevant computer based accounting packages.  Familiar with accounting processes associated with the preparation and presentation of monthly and annual  financial reports.  Have good analytical skills.  Documents financial transactions by entering account information.   Summarizes current financial status by collecting information; preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports.  Ensures compliance with established internal control procedures by examining records, reports, operating practices, and documentation.  Prepares special audit and control reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing operating information and trends. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Remuneration for the above position will be in accordance with Seventh-day Adventist Denominational Policy. We invite applicants who have completed a University Degree in Finance, Accounting and Administration or equivalent with 2 years relevant work experience. Applicant must be willing to participate in the activities of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Please send your application with, a current curriculum vitae, copies of qualifications and character references. Applications close on the 31st January, 2020, and can be sent by post to: The HR Manager Fiji Mission of the Seventh-day Adventist Church PO Box 297 SUVA

Transcend Oceania is a Pacific regional Peacebuilding organization located in Suva, Fiji. We seek to recruit suitably qualified and experienced persons for the following position The Research and Communications Officer will be responsible for Research and Communications. Key Roles and Responsibilities: Develop Research designs and implementation strategies Collect, analyse secondary and primary data including field survey data and produce reports Author, co-produce and edit reports, briefing notes and articles Manage and maintain social media output and website  Applicants must have: A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field At least 3 years relevant experience in research and communications Highly articulate with demonstrable ability in writing and publication Skilled in qualitative and quantitative data collection methods and analysis Applications, (identifying the position applied for) enclosing a Cover Letter, Current Resume, names and contact details of 3 Professional Referees should be emailed to: info@transcendoceania.org or hand delivered at 8 Des Vouex Rd, Suva no later than 30th January, 2020. Contact Director Programs at paulo.b@ptranscendoceania.org  or 7110749 for questions

WG Genera is a fast growing Fumigation and Pest Control Company based in Central and Westem Division. We are currently looking for an energetic candidate who is willing to work flexible hours and is willing to pursue a career in the fumigation and pest control business. The position will be based in our Lautoka Office. The successful candidate must possess the following: AFAS accreditation  Valid Ozone Depleting License - ODS  Experience in the Pest Control Industry desirable  Experience in Sales would be an added advantage  Form 6 pass with some agriculture background  Excellent communication & Interpersonal skills  A valid driver's License  The successful applicant must also be in good health to handle the physical demands of the position If you would like to be part of a dynamic team please send your application with a detailed CV no later than 28 January, 2020 to: WG Genera Vacancies (state position applied for) Human Resources Manager Williams & Gosling Limited PO Box 79 Suva

The Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) is an intemational non-govemment organisation committed to working with communities, government and other partners, to protect Fiji's biodiversity and natural resources through sound management practices. The WCS Fiji Office is recruiting an Agricultural Officer position with the following qualifications and requirements: Bachelor's degree in agricultural sciences. Minimum of 5 years’ experience working directly with local farmers; background in agricultural extension preferred. Knowledge of best practice soil conservation measures. Knowledge of Fiji agricultural legal and policy systems. Demonstrated skills and experience in mentoring, training, facilitating and leading workshops. Good communication and presentation skills; able to effectively communicate to a broad range of audiences. Must demonstrate  Strong verbal and written skills in English. Knowledge of Taukei language required.  Position is for one year with the possibility of extension. Please provide a cover letter addressing EACH of the position criteria listed above, AND a curriculum vitae with references by email to recruitmentfiji@wes.org or by post to 11 Ma'afu Street, Suva. All electronic files MUST, without exception, have the applicants name clearly labelled in the file name. Closing date for applications is close of business on Wednesday, 29 January 2020.

WG Genera is a fast growing Fumigation and Pest Control Company based in Central and Westem Division. We are currently looking for an energetic candidate who is willing to work flexible hours and is willing to pursue a career in the fumigation and pest control business. The position will be based in our Lautoka Office. The successful candidate must possess the following: School leaver who is willing to pursue a career in Pest Control Industry  Experience in the Pest Control industry/Agricultural background would be an added advantage Excellent communication & interpersonal skills  Group 2 driving license mandatory  Must be in good health and physically fit with excellent hygiene  Ability to work under minimum supervision, committed, dedicated and team player If you would like to be part of a dynamic team please send your application with a detailed CV no later than 28 January, 2020 to: WG Genera Vacancies (state position applied for) Human Resources Manager Williams & Gosling Limited PO Box 79 Suva

Suva-based position (Fiji) 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 26 country and territory members. In pursuit of sustainable development to benefit Pacific people, our organisation works across more than 20 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  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 programme currently has eighteen internationally recruited and five locally recruited staff, and an annual budget of around USD 4 million. The role  – The position holder will be attached as an  Aquaculture Intern  to the Aquaculture section of SPC’s FAME Division, and will assist in the implementation of tilapia aquaculture development projects at various locations throughout the Fiji Islands, including operation of a tilapia brood stock holding facility and tilapia hatchery using incubator technique. The  Aquaculture Intern  will be responsible for daily husbandry and rearing of tilapia fish, and the maintenance of any aquaculture facilities being operated by SPC or external partners of SPC, and will assist in SPC extension work at commercial and community-based aquaculture farms. The key responsibilities of the role include the following: feeding of fish measurement of water quality parameters sampling of fish in ponds to estimate growth and calculate feeding rates checking of aquaculture systems for any problems or faults record keeping and data entry into logbook or spreadsheet construction and operation of a tilapia incubator hatchery system and aquaponics system general upkeep of tilapia hatchery and farm work areas   Key selection criteria Applicants must be enrolled at a tertiary institution in Fiji in a programme of study that has a specific specialisation in aquaculture, and that includes a work experience attachment requirement in order to graduate The successful candidate will need to seek a letter of endorsement from their institution as evidence that an internship is a compulsory requirement for the completion of their studies   Salary, terms and conditions Required starting date  – As soon as possible Remuneration  – FJD $20 to $40 per day (based upon relevant experience) Duration  – There is one full-time internship available for 6 months. The duration of the internship will depend upon the tertiary institution’s course requirement for a work experience attachment and not exceeding 6 months. Working hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 am–4:30 pm.   Application procedure Closing Date: 29th January 2020 – 11:45pm Fiji time Applicants must apply online. Hard copies of applications will not be accepted. To be considered for this role, you must provide us with: a cover letter describing your interest in the internship and why it is important to your career development an updated resume a copy of your course enrolment document a copy of grade transcripts for coursework so far completed in the programme of study a letter of endorsement from the institution confirming that an internship is a compulsory requirement of the course at least two character reference letters from your lecturer or previous employer in support of your application Please ensure your documents are in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format. Only Fijian citizens are eligible to apply for this role.

Eligibility criteria Candidate age: between 18 and 29 throughout the entire duration of their assignment. Applicants must be nationals of or legal residents in the country of assignment. Description of task Under the direct supervision of UN Resident Coordinator in Suva, Fiji, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: Collects and documents the voices of youth, women and people living with disabilities in small island developing states to document the impact of climate change. Acts as a focal point for convening youth and supporting them as drivers of UN75 – encouraging dialogues on climate change and environmental sustainability. Supports UN75 outreach activities in-country, especially amongst the three target groups – Women & Girls, Persons with Disabilities and Youth. Assists the Communications & Advocacy Analyst in the designing, drafting and implementation of UN75 activities as part of the Pacific Listening Tour in the host country. Supports the drafting of a one-page report/summary of any UN75 activities held in-country. Participates in the designing, drafting and sharing of news stories, success stories, blog posts, posters, videos, infographics and other products pertaining to UN75 as well as general UN activities in-country. Supports the creation and maintenance of a photo bank. Participates in the weekly RCO meeting with the UN country coordination specialist to provide updates related to UN75. Qualifications/Requirements Required degree level:  Bachelor degree or equivalent Education - Additional Comments: Environmental Sciences, Climate Change ,  Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, International Relations, Social Sciences or other related field Required experience: Experience remark: Demonstrated interest and/or experience (up to 2 years) in  community outreach, advocacy,   communications or public relations; Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture, (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded. Language skills: English(Mandatory), Level - Fluent Area of expertise:  Other communications-related experience, Community participation and development, Other energy, environment and climate change-related experience Driving license:  No Competencies values: Accountability, Adaptability and Flexibility, Building Trust, Client Orientation, Commitment and Motivation, Commitment to Continuous Learning, Communication, Creativity, Empowering Others, Ethics and Values, Integrity, Judgement and Decision-making, Knowledge Sharing, Leadership, Managing Performance, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Self-Management, Technological Awareness, Vision, Working in Teams Application procedure: Eligible candidates must be between 18 and 29 years of age throughout the duration of their service. * Not yet registered in the UNV Talent Pool? First register your profile at  https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/signup . Important: After creating your account, complete all sections of your profile and submit it. Then go to ‘My Page’ at  https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage  and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink. Lastly, select the special call to which you would like to apply. * Already registered in the UNV Talent Pool? First update your profile at  https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/profile . Then go to ‘My Page’ at  https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage  and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink to select the special call to which you would like to apply. Watch this video for the specific steps you must follow to register on the UN Volunteers' Global Talent Pool  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VT5uJ_FolWU This is a national UN Volunteer assignment, therefore only nationals of Fiji and legal residents in Fiji with a residency permit, the status of refugee or with the status of being stateless are eligible to apply.

Attractive and competitive 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 26 country and territory members. In pursuit of sustainable development to benefit Pacific people, our organisation works across more than 20 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  Operations and Management Directorate (OMD)  provides organisational governance and support to SPC divisions and programmes in areas including administration, finance, human resources, ICT and knowledge management. The  Assistant Accountant  will responsible for the provision of effective and efficient financial services including  customers, vendors and assets management, staff training and development, processing, general ledger reconciliations and assisting in process improvements and compliance.  The key responsibilities of the role include the following: Cash books, treasury and bank accounts reconciliations Vendor and customer management and reconciliations Fixed assets processing and reconciliations General journal posting and ledger reconciliations Assist with any process reviews and improvement functions and training of divisional finance staff Other general duties as and when required For a more detailed account of the key responsibilities, please refer to the job description provided.   Key selection criteria Qualifications Degree in accounting or any other related field from a recognised institution Knowledge and experience   At least 3 years of relevant experience Strong numeric skills and finance-related work background Experience in use of computerised accounting systems and reporting tool Essential skills Excellent communication skills required with strong client orientation Able to participate effectively in a team-based, information-sharing environment, collaborating and cooperating with others Demonstrated organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload and complete work within deadlines 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 Remuneration  – This is a full-time position at Band 7 in SPC’s 2020 salary scale, with a commencing taxable salary range of FJD 2,232-2,790 per month, plus local staff benefits. An offer of appointment for an initial contract will 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. SPC is committed to  child protection , irrespective of whether any specific area of work involves direct contact with children. SPC’s Child Protection Policy is written in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Successful candidates will be required to provide a police clearance certificate.   Application procedure Closing Date: 3rd February 2020 – 11:45pm Fiji time Applicants must apply online. Hard copies of applications will not be accepted. To be considered for this role, you must provide us with: an updated resume 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. Applicants should not attach copies of qualifications or letters of reference. These documents may be requested at a later stage. Please ensure that you respond to all of the screening questions.  If you do not respond to the screening questions, your application will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed at shortlisting stage. Only Fijian citizens are eligible to apply for this role. Screening Questions Describe your experience in managing fixed assets, bank reconciliations, customers and vendors through computerised accounting system? How are General Ledger reconciliations performed? Why is it important for reconciliations to be performed in a timely manner? What is your understanding of subsidiary ledger reconciliations?

Attractive and competitive 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 26 country and territory members. In pursuit of sustainable development to benefit Pacific people, our organisation works across more than 20 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  Regional Rights Resource Team (RRRT)  of the Pacific Community (SPC) was established in 1995 and has been a pioneer in providing human rights capacity-building, research, policy, legal and technical assistance in the Pacific region. RRRT’s mission is to advance human rights and good governance standards for the sustainable and equitable development of the region and the benefit of all Pacific peoples. The  Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Data Assistant  will be responsible for the management of MEL data including collation, entry/storage and verification for RRRT monitoring and reporting purposes. The key responsibilities of the role include the following: MEL data management Management of the RRRT trainees database including trainee tracking Support to donor and SPC Corporate reporting MEL support to RRRT capacity building activities For a more detailed account of the key responsibilities, please refer to the job description provided.      Key selection criteria Qualifications A tertiary certificate in Information Management, Monitoring and Evaluation or Finance/Administration and/or a School Leavers Certificate with 1-3 years’ experience in collecting, entering and filing information Knowledge and experience   At least 1-3 years of experience in data/information management, or monitoring and evaluation Demonstrated attention to detail and multitasking skills Skilled user of databases for entering, processing/cleaning and extracting data Knowledge of MS Excel Essential skills Proven ability to meet deadlines and flexible approaches to problem solving with demonstrated experience in setting priorities Strong people skills and ability to work in a multicultural and gender sensitive environment 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  – Until 30 June 2021 Remuneration  – This is a full-time position at Band 4 in SPC’s 2020 salary scale, with a commencing taxable salary range of FJD 1,229-1,537 per month, plus local staff benefits. An offer of appointment for an initial contract will 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. SPC is committed to  child protection , irrespective of whether any specific area of work involves direct contact with children. SPC’s Child Protection Policy is written in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Successful candidates will be required to provide a police clearance certificate.   Application procedure Closing Date :  30 January 2020 – 11:45pm Fiji time Applicants must apply online. Hard copies of applications will not be accepted. To be considered for this role, you must provide us with: an updated resume 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. Applicants should not attach copies of qualifications or letters of reference. These documents may be requested at a later stage. Please ensure that you respond to all of the screening questions.  If you do not respond to the screening questions, your application will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed at shortlisting stage. Only Fijian citizens are eligible to apply for this role. Screening Questions Please describe your experience working with MS Excel databases or other information management tools. Please describe your experience managing large volumes of data from multiple data sources. What are some of the challenges you could face? Please describe any experience you have in using SPSS and/or Kobo Toolbox