- Full time 12-month contract, with possibility of extension
- Based in Suva, Fiji.
The Program
The Fiji Program Support Facility (the Facility) was established in 2017 to support and implement Australia’s aid programs such as health, education, Australia Awards and governance in Fiji. The Facility also supports the Australia Awards and education programs in Tuvalu. The Facility integrates cross-cutting themes, including gender equality, disability inclusion, climate change, emergency preparedness and response and civil society engagement, across sectoral programs. In particular, the Facility seeks to strengthen program outcomes by better addressing the needs of targeted beneficiaries including those who are often marginalised.
The Position
The Project Coordinator will provide support to coordinate the implementation of key Facility projects and activities
The Coordinator’s support to activity or project ‘Leads’ will be critical to ensure the effective implementation of activities or projects according to the activity or project design, work plans, budgets and overarching activity or program goals.
The Person
The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years demonstrated experience coordinating development activities or projects or similar business environment where efficient and effective delivery is the priority. In addition, the candidate will be knowledgeable of the principles of effective project implementation/project management as well as knowledge of typical purchasing or procurement processes for projects. The candidate will be able to work independently and flexibly and be able to identify and communication risks for activity implementation.
Tertiary qualification in relevant field to project coordination and management such as business administration, project management, etc, and other qualifications such as PRINCE2 would be advantageous.
This position is locally engaged and is open to National citizens of Fiji only.
How to apply:
How to Apply
To apply for this position or to view a detailed position description, please visit www.coffey.com/careers and search for job number 498588. Please note that applications will only be accepted via the online application process on Coffey Careers.
For any enquiries, please contact IDEV.HRServices@coffey.com and quote the job reference number 498588.
Applications close: Sunday, 15 November 2020 at 6:00pm (Suva)
This program is managed by Coffey, a Tetra Tech company, on behalf of the Australian Government.
Coffey is an equal opportunity employer of choice and is committed to child protection.