Job Description & Skills/Qualifications Required
The Opportunity
The Digital Integration Specialist – Estates & Infrastructure leads the digital transformation of USP’s facilities, security, and infrastructure-related systems within the Shared Services enterprise model. Embedded within the Estates & Infrastructure Section and integrated with the University’s Enterprise Digital Services Team (ITS), the role ensures all section-specific systems—including Facilities Management Systems (FMS), Security and Access Control Systems, Booking and Timetabling platforms, Building Automation, equipment monitoring and diagnostics, and all digital tools supporting maintenance and service delivery—are automated, integrated, secure, and aligned across USP functions and campuses.
The role operates within a cross-functional product and delivery environment, collaborating with Business Analysts, digital systems specialists, and professional units across the University. It leads or contributes to enterprise initiatives that strengthen end-to-end processes, eliminate manual workarounds, and enable consolidated reporting and decision-making at institutional level. It ensures all development, enhancement, and integration work on E & I systems reflects shared, cross-functional priorities across all USP functions and campuses.
The scope includes oversight of all E & I systems, data governance practices, training, change management, and ongoing system innovation. By driving interoperability and enterprise-wide outcomes, the position promotes shared ownership and supports a cohesive, standards-driven digital environment across USP’s 12 member countries.
The role is responsible for the design, optimization, integration, and ongoing evolution of all digital systems supporting the Estates & Infrastructure (E&I) portfolio. Operating within a matrix accountability structure, the Digital Integration Specialist - E&I reports functionally to the Head of Digital Business Solutions while embedded in the Estates & Infrastructure section to ensure solutions are practical, user-centred and aligned with business needs.
Specific Duties
Specific duties may include:
Key Performance Expectations & Outputs
- 1.Integrated Systems Delivery
- E & I systems are fully interoperable with enterprise digital infrastructure, systems and applications in Learning/Teaching, Finance, HR, SAS, Planning and other platforms.
- Consistently high system uptime (99%) ensuring uninterrupted E & I and USP operations.
- 2.Data Quality & Reporting Excellence
- E & I data meets enterprise standards for accuracy, consistency and timeliness.
- Consolidated, enterprise-wide reporting is available for decision-making.
- Improved analytics capabilities supporting strategic planning and resource allocation.
- 3.Risk & Compliance Assurance
- E & I systems meet all compliance, audit, and security standards.
- Risks proactively identified, documented and mitigated.
- Clear evidence of controls and monitoring to safeguard USP information.
- 4.Innovation & Continuous Improvement
- Regular delivery of system upgrades and enhancements aligned with enterprise priorities.
- Demonstrated efficiency gains through automation and process redesign.
- Adoption of innovative solutions that improve scalability and user experience.
- 5.Capability & Adoption Outcomes
- Staff, contractors and vendors are trained and confident in using systems effectively.
- High adoption rates of new tools and processes across all sections and campuses.
- Positive user feedback on system usability and support.
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The Person we Seek
To be considered for this position, applicants must have:
- A degree and a postgraduate qualification from a relevant discipline; and
- Five (5) years of relevant experience and proven management expertise in large multi-user environments.
- Experience with facilities management systems, security systems, diagnostics tools, or similar platforms.
- Expertise in integration, databases, programming, and business process redesign
- Digital transformation and project management experience.
- Strong project management skills with experience in digital transformation initiatives.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and leadership skills.
- Knowledge of data governance, cybersecurity, and compliance frameworks.
Desirable
- Preference will be given to applicants with work experience in a higher education setting, with demonstrable achievements in E&I enhancements
Enquiries and further information: myhr@usp.ac.fj
The position is available for a term of three years and may be renewed by mutual agreement.
Salary Range
- FJD 81,690.16 to FDJ 100,073.95 per annum.
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is: 16 August 2026
How to Apply
Click the Apply button to apply for this position online.
The advertisement criteria is available on our University website (www.usp.ac.fj) under Employment Opportunities.
Please include the following documents in your application: Academic Credentials/Transcripts, Cover letter clearly addressing key Selection Criteria and Resume with names of three referees, one of which must be your current or most recent direct work supervisor. Referees will only be contacted if you are selected.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The University of the South Pacific is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and equitable environment that protects the rights of children; nurture, promote and facilitate mutual respect, constructive empowerment and progress amongst its employees, students, stakeholders including visitors, without being hampered by any form of sexual harassment, sexual abuse or sexual exploitation. We reserve the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure a safe environment.
USP is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. USP encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities.
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The University of the South Pacific (USP) is the premier provider of tertiary education in the Pacific region and an international centre of excellence for teaching, consulting and training on all aspects of Pacific culture, environment and human resource development