About the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat
The Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat (Forum Secretariat) is the region’s premier political and economic policy organisation, with a vision of helping to create a region of peace, harmony, security, social inclusion and prosperity, so that all Pacific people can lead free, healthy, and productive lives.
The international organisation works to achieve this vision by fostering cooperation between governments, collaboration with international agencies, and by representing the interests of its members - including directly engaging with community members in order to identify pressing needs of the region.
The Forum Secretariat has undergone an organisational restructure, with a view to achieving greater consistency across the organisation in the way workforce capability is developed, and capability gaps are identified and addressed. As such, the organisation continues to build a highly professional workforce that is capable of creating and delivering high quality outcomes for the people of its member countries.
About the opportunity
The Forum Secretariat is looking to employ a suitably qualified and experienced individual to the role of Research Officer - Communications, based in Suva, Fiji. The incumbent, under the supervision of the Communication Adviser, will be supporting the Public Affairs team with a focus on website content management, research and news drafting. Some key areas of responsibility will include (but will not be limited to):
We are looking for candidates with a degree in Communications, Public Relations, Multimedia, International Relations or Journalism with at least at least five years of relevant work experience in the media, private sector or development, with a focus on content creation & management.
Applicants must be able to work with minimal supervision and meet tight deadlines, have strong international & regional level in research and analytical skills, the ability of graphic design and in layout and with video production and editing experience, and to draft research reports when required on key deliverables.
Capabilities
Applicants are also required to demonstrate their abilities in accordance with the Secretariat’s Core Capabilities of: planning and prioritising, communicating with purpose and effect, leading and collaborating, applying critical thinking, developing & strengthening relationships and delivering value. To understand what these mean at the different levels of the organisation, applicants should view the Secretariat’s Capability Framework on our website.
Supplementary Capabilities required for these positions include: building for the future, promoting effective workplace practices, managing and coordinating projects as well as using systems, tools and technology.
About the benefits
The appointments carries a remuneration package between FJD30,293 to FJD45,439 (dependent upon qualifications and experience). The benefits package includes medical and life insurance. Click here to apply or to view the information package containing the job description, qualification requirements and remuneration details. Candidates must include in either their application or Curriculum Vitae the full contact details of three referees. The duration of these positions are three years subject to performance and funding.
To be eligible for these positions, applicants must be Fiji nationals. Deadline for applications is 14 June, 2019 at 5 pm, Fiji time.
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