Vacancy 33 of 2026 – Budget Analyst Infrastructure Sector
Salary Band F, Salary Range: $24,989.57-$31,534.46Posted today
Closes in 10 days
About the company
The Ministry of Finance is a Fijian Government ministry responsible for managing national expenditure policy, the Annual Budget, and the implementation of the National Development Plan. It coordinates budgetary processes across government agencies and works with sector teams such as Infrastructure Services on project monitoring and financial reporting.
About the role
The Budget Analyst supports the day-to-day operations of the Infrastructure Services Sector, assisting with policy analysis, project and programme monitoring, and processing, monitoring and reporting on budget expenditure. The role contributes to formulating and implementing national documents such as the National Development Plan and Government's National Budget. The incumbent reports to the Manager Infrastructure Services Sector and liaises with Ministry staff, agency staff, multilateral agencies, donors and other stakeholders. There are no subordinates attached to this position. The duty station is Ro Lalabalavu House, Suva. Performance is measured on coordination and consultation that enables timely implementation of the budget process, policy papers and cabinet paper comments meeting required standards and timelines, and improved budget awareness across government agencies.
Key responsibilities
- Assist in the provision of quality advice on Government expenditure policy and formulation and development of policy papers.
- Assist in the formulation, implementation and monitoring of Government's Annual Budget and ensure that budgetary processes are implemented within the set financial regulations and Ministry's guidelines.
- Assist in the monitoring and implementation of the National Development Plan and other Government policy initiatives.
- Undertake regular site visits and inspections on Sector projects.
- Participate in various meetings and consultative forums and assist in Budget Awareness, including dissemination of information to other government agencies and stakeholders.
- Actively contribute to all corporate requirements of the Ministry including planning, budgeting, performance management and selection activities where required.
About the successful candidate
- At least 2 years of experience and exposure in policy planning, budget preparation and implementation in any public sector or large corporate organisation.
- Practical working experience of conducting analytical data interpretation in order to provide high level policy and budget related advice.
- Sound knowledge of Fiji's economy, national policies, machinery of government and associated development challenges and opportunities.
- Understanding of the need for sensitivity and creativity when implementing needed change in a diverse organisation, and understanding of the Fijian Constitution (2013) and applicable financial regulations and legislation.
- Ability to analyse and solve problems with practical solutions; well versed in MS Office applications including PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, seek guidance when needed, and multi-task without loss of quality in output delivery.
- Good oral and written communication skills, with capacity to utilise computer programs to support daily operations and a service-oriented approach.
- Must be of good character with a background demonstrating commitment to public service values in the Fiji Constitution; applicants must be a Fijian Citizen, preferably under 60, in sound health, with a clear police record, and provide a medical certificate and police clearance prior to taking up duty.