18 July, 2016

Australian Volunteers for International Development (AVID) Positions

See this link for details on all positions


Job Title / Host Name
Months
Location
Adult Language Literacy Numeracy Volunteer 
Vanuatu TVET Sector Strengthening Program
15
Port Vila, Vanuatu
This assignment seeks to support staff of the Vanuatu Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Program and partner training providers to implement activities of the Language Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Framework and develop a National Language Literacy and Numeracy Strategy.
Communications and Marketing Officer 
Vanuatu Qualification Authority
6
Port Vila, Vanuatu
A communications and marketing strategist is needed in Vanuatu. If this is your field of interest, this is your opportunity to assist and experience life in the islands
Communications Support Officer
CARE International in Vanuatu
17
Port Vila, Vanuatu
Come and work in Vanuatu and help us tell the story about our work to build resilient and empowered communities.
Community Based Rehabilitation Program Officer
Vanuatu Society for Disabled People
12
Port Vila, Vanuatu
Join the team at Vanuatu Society for Disabled People (VSDP) as a Community Based Rehabilitation (CBR) Program Officer! You will be sharing your skills to build organisational capacity to improve quality of life and opportunities for people with disabilities in Vanuatu.
Early Intervention Program Officer 
Vanuatu Society for Disabled People
12
Port Vila, Vanuatu
Join the Vanuatu Society for Disabled People (VSDP) and help strengthen staff skills in the planning and effective delivery of early intervention programs and services for people, especially children living with disabilities, ensuring they reach their full potential. 
Information Management Support Officer 
National Disaster Management Office (NMDO)
16
Port Vila, Vanuatu
Got an appreciation for data? Use your information management skills to assist the Vanuatu National Disaster Management Office as they work to improve their systems following Cyclone Pam.
Nutrition and Dietetics Advisor
Vila Central Hospital Ministry of Health
12
Port Vila, Vanuatu
Are you an experienced Dietitian? An exciting opportunity is available to be involved in building up the nutrition services offered by Vanuatu’s main referral hospital.
Research Officer
Department Of Agriculture and Rural Development
12
Port Vila, Vanuatu
Climate change and its subsequent impacts on agricultural productions is becoming a major challenge for farming communities especially for a country like Vanuatu with about 80% of its population is relying on food crops they grow themselves.
Resilience and Response Support Officer 
CARE International in Vanuatu
17
Port Vila, Vanuatu
The Resilience and Response Volunteer role will be responsible for supporting long term Resilience programs. This includes supporting the Resilience team in their program planning, monitoring & evaluation and development of new initiatives.
Rural Health Officer
Ministry of Health - Sanma Provincial Health Office
3
Luganville, Vanuatu
Get involved in health promotion and organisational development at the Sanma Provincial Health Office (SPHO) in Vanuatu!
Tourism Rating Project Officer
Department of Tourism Vanuatu
14
Port Vila, Vanuatu
Tourism celebrates Vanuatu’s culture and environment, empowers its people and captivates its visitors throughout the islands. We are seeking a Tourism Rating Project Officer to assist the Department of Tourism in the development and implementation of Vanuatu’s Tourism Rating System.
Training Curriculum Development Officer
Vanuatu Emergency Medical Services Association (VEMSA)
12
Port Vila, Vanuatu
Join the Vanuatu Emergency Medical Services Association (VEMSA) and support them to become a Registered Training Organisation!
Women’s Economic Empowerment Support Officer
Department of Women’s Affairs (DWA), Government of Vanuatu
18
Port Vila, Vanuatu
Play a part in the economic empowerment of women in Vanuatu!

See this link for details on all positions

The AVID program is open to either: Australian citizens (you must provide proof of citizenship), OR Australian Permanent Residents (you must provide proof of permanent residence status), OR New Zealand citizens currently and permanently residing in Australia (you would have obtained a Special Category Visa to indicate that you are currently residing in Australia, and you must be residing in Australia at the time of application)


AVID Volunteer Allowances

15 July, 2016

6402 Human Resource Officer

Iririki Island Resort & Spa

Industry:
Hotel, Restaurant & Tourism
Location: 
Port Vila, Vanuatu
Job Hours:
Full Time
Due Date
22-July-16



Job Description:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
In conjunction with the Managing Director:
  • Develops and maintains a human resources system that meets top management information needs
  • Oversees the analysis, maintenance, and communication of records required by law or local governing bodies, or other departments in the organization
  • Recruits, interviews, tests, and selects employees to fill vacant positions
  • Plans and conducts new employee orientation to foster positive attitude towards Company goals
  • Advises management in appropriate resolution of employee relations issues
  • Responds to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs
  • Administers benefit programs such as life, medical insurance, vacation, sick leave, leave of absence, and employee assistance
  • Prepares employee separation notices and related documentation, and conducts exit interviews to determine reasons behind separations
  • Prepares reports and recommends procedures to reduce absenteeism and turnover
  • Contracts with outside suppliers to provide employee services, such as temporary employees, search firms, or relocation services
  • Envisioning and maintaining office systems, including data management and filing
  • Arranging travel, visas and accommodation and, occasionally, travelling with the manager to take notes at meetings and provide general assistance during presentations
  • Screening phone calls, enquiries and requests, and handling them where appropriate
  • Meeting and greeting visitors at all levels of seniority
  • Organising and maintaining diaries and making appointments
  • Dealing with incoming email, faxes and post, often corresponding on behalf of the manager
  • Organising and attending meetings and ensuring the manager is well prepared for meetings.

        Criteria:
        Knowledge & Experience:
        • An HR qualification or similar is ideally required 
        • The post holder must have strong user level IT skills, especially MS Office Suite including Powerpoint
        • Must speak Bislama & English, with French an advantage
        • Be able to explain employment standards and legislation such as workers compensation, labour standards, VNPF and the Vanuatu Employment Act
        • Previous Human Resource experience within a large organisation (especially Hotel/Resort) is an advantage
        • Excellent interpersonal skills are required, able to liaise and work closely with people at all levels, as well as external contacts.

        Salary:

        Not Stated

        Language:

        English, Bislama

        How To Apply:
        Email - Please send your application including current resume with references to the Human Resource Manager - ea@iririki.com.
        Contact Person:

        Human Resource Manager

        Phone:

        Not Stated
        Address: 
        Not Stated

        Email:

        ea@iririki.com


        Website:
         Not Stated
        ______________________________________________________________
        Source: 
        15-July-16 Direct from Employer

        For further information on the above Vanuatu job please see the source or contact the employer directly.

        13 July, 2016

        6401 Assistant Broker

        International Finance Trust Company Ltd 


        Industry:
        Other 
        Location: 
        Port Vila, Vanuatu
        Due Date
        Not Stated




        Job Description:
        Chartered Pacific Insurance Broking is an existing insurance broker in Port Vila and is looking for an Assistant Broker to assist, develop and maintain a portfolio of new and existing clients.

        Responsibilities
        • Ensure standard response times are met for client base
        • Comply with all relevant regulations when handling customers
        • Ensure credit control procedures are being followed
        • Document daily payments for banking and reconciliation
        • Follow up on quotes and renewal terms from insurers as required
        • Client reception/customer services
        • Respond to queries
        • Daily administration of the office
        • Manage stationary supplies
        • Compliance with all relevant statutory and the insurance broker requirement
        • Receipting of client payments
        • Preparation of insurance documentation
        • Data import into Ibais  
        Criteria:
        • While experience in insurance will be an advantage, we will consider well presented candidates with strong customer relationship skills from other business backgrounds willing to pursue a career in insurance.

              Salary:

              Not Stated

              Language:

              Not Stated

              How To Apply:
              Send CV to, Ref: 4126, International Finance Trust Company Ltd, PO Box 95, Port Vila or email to iftc@iftc.com.vu.

              Contact Person:

              Not Stated

              Phone:

              Not Stated
              Address: 
              Ref: 4126, International Finance Trust Company Ltd, PO Box 95, Port Vila, Vanuatu

              Email:
              iftc@iftc.com.vu
              Website:
               Not Stated
              ______________________________________________________________
              Source:
              13-July-16 Daily Post  (Issue # 4835)

              For further information on the above Vanuatu job please see the source or contact the employer directly.

              6400 Ward Secretary - Anamburu/Melcoffee Ward

              Port Vila Municipal Council (PVMC)


              Industry:
              Government Department 
              Location: 
              PVMC Headquarters, Port Vila, Vanuatu
              Due Date
              01-Aug-16




              Job Description:
              The Council wishes to recruit a suitable individual for the position of Ward Secretary, Anamburu/Melcoffee Ward.
              Post Number: 200/16/01-05
              Grade: M3.1
              Division: Finance & Administration Division

              Criteria:
              • Be a year 13 or year 14 and/or Certificate or Diploma in Community development or equivalent
              • Be experienced in the field of Community development for over 2 years
              • Be knowledgeable about PVMC role and regulations
              • Be knowledgeable of community and custom service
              • Be knowlegeable of project management and event experience, including budget management and the management of casual staff and volunteers
              • Be able to organize or have some experience in undertaking survey, research, investigations, analysis and assessment
              • Be an individual with exceptional interpersonal skills, including negotiation and conflict resolution skills
              • Be an individual with excellent communication skills in Bislama, French and English
              • Be an individual with a high level computer literacy
              • Be able to work flexible hours, dependent on work requirements
              • Be an individual with a good understanding and experience in the implementation of Equal Employment Opportunity and Occupational Health and Safety Regulations and principles
              • Be a analytical and practical thinker with outstanding listening, communication and report writing skills
              • Be able to work as a team and also possess outstanding leadership qualities
              • Be able to work under pressure and also work unsupervised
              • Be an individual that respects his or her superior and also commitment to the Council.

                    Salary:

                    Annual - VT 488,976

                    Language:

                    English, Bislama, French

                    How To Apply:
                    The application should address the Selection Criteria of the advertised position and must be accompanied with photocopies of supporting documents enclosed in a sealed envelop and addressed to the Town Clerk, PO Box 99, Port Vila. Supporting documents should include Curriculum Vitae of no more than 5 pages detailing employment background and other supportive details and also demonstrating the capacity to meet the selection criteria. The contact details (Phone, email, etc...) for 2 current Referees must be included with a reference supporting the applicant. The closing date for this application is 1st Monday of August 2016 at 16:30pm.

                    Contact Person:

                    Not Stated

                    Phone:

                    Not Stated
                    Address: 
                    Town Clerk, PO Box 99, Port Vila, Vanuatu

                    Email:
                    Not Stated
                    Website:
                     Not Stated
                    ______________________________________________________________
                    Source:
                    13-July-16 Daily Post  (Issue # 4835)

                    For further information on the above Vanuatu job please see the source or contact the employer directly.

                    6399 Ward Secretary - Southern Ward

                    Port Vila Municipal Council (PVMC)


                    Industry:
                    Government Department 
                    Location: 
                    PVMC Headquarters, Port Vila, Vanuatu
                    Due Date
                    01-Aug-16




                    Job Description:
                    The Council wishes to recruit a suitable individual for the position of Ward Secretary, Southern Ward.
                    Post Number: 200/16/01-05
                    Grade: M3.1
                    Division: Finance & Administration Division

                    Criteria:
                    • Be a year 13 or year 14 and/or Certificate or Diploma in Community development or equivalent
                    • Be experienced in the field of Community development for over 2 years
                    • Be knowledgeable about PVMC role and regulations
                    • Be knowledgeable of community and custom service
                    • Be knowlegeable of project management and event experience, including budget management and the management of casual staff and volunteers
                    • Be able to organize or have some experience in undertaking survey, research, investigations, analysis and assessment
                    • Be an individual with exceptional interpersonal skills, including negotiation and conflict resolution skills
                    • Be an individual with excellent communication skills in Bislama, French and English
                    • Be an individual with a high level computer literacy
                    • Be able to work flexible hours, dependent on work requirements
                    • Be an individual with a good understanding and experience in the implementation of Equal Employment Opportunity and Occupational Health and Safety Regulations and principles
                    • Be a analytical and practical thinker with outstanding listening, communication and report writing skills
                    • Be able to work as a team and also possess outstanding leadership qualities
                    • Be able to work under pressure and also work unsupervised
                    • Be an individual that respects his or her superior and also commitment to the Council.

                          Salary:

                          Annual - VT 488,976

                          Language:

                          English, Bislama, French

                          How To Apply:
                          The application should address the Selection Criteria of the advertised position and must be accompanied with photocopies of supporting documents enclosed in a sealed envelop and addressed to the Town Clerk, PO Box 99, Port Vila. Supporting documents should include Curriculum Vitae of no more than 5 pages detailing employment background and other supportive details and also demonstrating the capacity to meet the selection criteria. The contact details (Phone, email, etc...) for 2 current Referees must be included with a reference supporting the applicant. The closing date for this application is 1st Monday of August 2016 at 16:30pm.

                          Contact Person:

                          Not Stated

                          Phone:

                          Not Stated
                          Address: 
                          Town Clerk, PO Box 99, Port Vila, Vanuatu

                          Email:
                          Not Stated
                          Website:
                           Not Stated
                          ______________________________________________________________
                          Source:
                          13-July-16 Daily Post  (Issue # 4835)

                          For further information on the above Vanuatu job please see the source or contact the employer directly.