Project Implementation Officer – International Trade Centre
SDR 2,399 - 2,998 per monthPosted 13 days ago
Closes in 18 days
About the company
The Pacific Community (SPC) is the principal scientific and technical organisation in the Pacific region, supporting development since 1947, and is owned and governed by 27 country and territory members. The Land Resources Division (LRD) provides expert scientific advice, capacity building and services on conservation, development and utilization of plant genetic resources, forest and landscape management, resilient agricultural systems and access to markets to improve land productivity and food and nutrition security for Pacific communities. LRD collaborates with governments, regional organisations, civil society and other SPC divisions to address the needs and priorities of Pacific countries and communities.
About the role
This role supports the implementation, coordination and delivery of the International Trade Centre (ITC) funded project EU-ACP Business Friendly, which supports value chains through inclusive policies, investment promotion, alliances and access to finance. The position provides technical and operational support to ensure effective delivery of project outcomes across Fiji, Papua New Guinea and Vanuatu. It involves engaging with the Programme Leader on strategic planning, management and implementation of the project. The role also covers monitoring, evaluation, learning and reporting, as well as financial management, procurement and contract administration for the project.
Key responsibilities
- Engage with the Programme Leader to support the strategic planning, management and implementation of the project across Fiji, Papua New Guinea and Vanuatu.
- Support the development and oversight of annual workplans, budgets, procurement plans and implementation schedules.
- Ensure project activities are aligned with donor agreements, divisional priorities and approved workplans.
- Provide implementation and coordination support to project staff, consultants and implementation partners.
- Provide input to the development and strengthening of public-private value chain alliances.
- Participate in the facilitation of partnerships between farmers, MSMEs, exporters, buyers, investors and service providers.
- Provide input on project monitoring, evaluation, learning and reporting systems, and prepare timely technical, narrative and donor reports.
- Support project financial planning, expenditure monitoring and forecasting, and contribute to procurement planning and contract compliance.
About the successful candidate
- Degree in Project Management, international development, agriculture or equivalent body of knowledge and experience.
- At least 7-8 years' experience in international development, project or programme management, agricultural development, value chain development or partnership management.
- Knowledge of Pacific agricultural value chains.
- Demonstrated experience coordinating complex multi-country donor funded projects or programmes.
- Strong experience in project planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting.
- Proven experience in stakeholder engagement and partnership development.
- Experience managing procurement, contracts and budgets.
- Excellent English communication skills (oral and written) with a working knowledge of French being an advantage.