Australian High Commission
Honiara
Solomon Islands

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Employment Opportunities – Senior Program Manager (SBD206,940 - SBD237,468)

The Australian High Commission invites applications for Senior Program Manager roles to contribute to the implementation, management, and promotion of Australia’s development program in Solomon Islands. This recruitment process will be used to fill vacancies across the Australian High Commission.

These positions will work with local and Australian staff to oversee and manage development programs and communicate with the Solomon Islands public about the investments under the Solomon Islands-Australia partnership. Senior Program Managers provide advice on policy and strategy development and contribute to the broader work of the High Commission. All Senior Program Managers also coach and mentor junior staff and work closely with the Solomon Islands Government and other partners to achieve agreed development objectives.

This recruitment process will be used to fill vacancies across the Australian High Commission. A merit list will be established to fill future vacancies. We are seeking applicants who could manage programs in sectors including health, education, governance, justice, economic development, infrastructure, climate change, gender equality and security.

The key responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

  • Contributing to the effective design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of investments delivered through the Solomon Islands-Australia Partnership.
  • Contract management, including financial management, preparation of budgets, and reporting on investments.
  • Establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with key stakeholders including in parliament, government, civil society, development partners, and international organisations.
  • Preparing speeches, briefing papers, social media posts and other content to effectively communicate with the Solomon Islands public about activities delivered under the Solomon Islands-Australia Partnership.
  • Effectively communicating in a well-informed manner when representing the Australian High Commission in public.
  • Coordinating risk assessments and risk management activities.
  • Maintaining excellent records of all work and mentoring staff to do the same.
  • Planning and delivering events for the Australian High Commission which effectively promote the Solomon Islands Australia Partnership.

Selection Criteria (required capabilities):

  1. Demonstrated ability to manage and implement complex development programs to achieve results.
  2. Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Pidgin.
  3. Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain effective working relationships and networks with a diverse range of stakeholders.
  4. Demonstrated ability to work independently subject to limited direction, to deliver quality outcomes and meet deadlines in complex areas of work.
  5. High level of initiative, flexibility and judgement, and excellent problem-solving capabilities.
  6. Ability to supervise, mentor and lead others in a multicultural team.
  7. Relevant tertiary qualifications from a recognised, high-quality institution (desirable).

Applications must include:

  • Current CV with details of experience and qualifications
  • 1-2 page statement addressing the selection criteria above
  • Names and contact details of two work-related referees

Note on Statement of claims against selection criteria

Your statement of claims against the selection criteria is the centre piece of your application and should be presented in a concise and focussed manner.  In addressing the selection criteria, you should use specific examples of work you have done, describing how you have contributed to a process or an outcome, and how this relates to the criteria you are addressing. 

The position is full-time 3 year contract and includes a Housing Safety Net of SBD20,000 per annum.

Applications can be emailed to:  [email protected]

Or hand delivered to:   Australian High Commission, Corner of Hibiscus and Mud Alley Ave

Closing date for applications: Friday 22 November 2024. Applications received after this date will not be considered. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.