An opportunity to be a part of the Australian Infrastructure Financing Facility for the Pacific (AIFFP) program’s Support Unit and coordinate AIFFP’s external communications activities in the Pacific region.

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The opportunity

• Fiji based position
• Full time role until June 2026

Position: Communications Assistant

Program: Strongim Bisnis

Location: Honiara, Solomon Islands with provincial travel

Duration: Full time, fixed term

Line Manager and Direct Report To: Communications and Engagement Director (DTL), Strongim Bisnis

Works With: Communications, Partnerships, Finance and Operations, and MRM teams

Background
Strongim Bisnis is an innovative pro-business program funded by the Australian Government.

Strongim Bisnis supports Solomon Islands businesses to increase productivity, access greater income earning opportunities and higher value markets; with the intention of enabling greater resilience and creating jobs. Poverty reduction will be the desired result. Strongim Bisnis also supports the private sector and the Solomon Islands Government to work together effectively to increase opportunities for trade and investment and accelerate business growth. A key focus of the program ensures that Solomon Islands women, youth and people with disability have increased economic opportunities.

The program takes a market systems development (MSD) approach to unlocking opportunities for growth in selected sectors (cocoa, coconut, tourism, timber, horticulture, financial services, and waste management). MSD requires Strongim Bisnis to carefully select partnerships, and design interconnected activities that deliver tangible and measurable results. For each activity it must be possible to track progress from improving the performance of Solomon Islands enterprises, to achieving resilient systemic change in markets, and ultimately increasing income and employment. In this way, Strongim Bisnis avoids ad hoc activities and seeks deep engagement with market actors.

Strongim Bisnis activities may include developing and testing new business models, sharing the risk of new ventures in partnership with private sector actors, facilitating market access, supporting structural changes to the ‘business enabling environment’, product marketing to bring about greater scale, and improving women, youth, and people with disability’s participation in markets and their access and control over productive resources.

Position Summary and Justification for the Role
The Communications Assistant supports the Communications team in executing campaigns and activities aligned with the communications strategy. This role plays an operational part in ensuring effective financial management within the communications function and assisting with administrative and coordination tasks that enable the team to deliver high-quality outputs in a fast-paced environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Event Coordination Support:

• Assist with event planning and coordination in collaboration with the Communications team, implementation team, and program partners.

• Support the coordination of travel arrangements including creating and managing Travel and Event TEAF (Travel, Event, and Activity Forms) where applicable.

   

2. Finance and Administration:

• Support the tracking and processing of communications expenses and invoices.
• Process cash advance requests and document acquittals for communication events.
• Provide administrative, financial, and event coordination support as required to the Communications Officer.

3. Website Monitoring and Updates:

• Support the Communications and Engagement Director to regularly update and publish new content on the website.
• Ensure content accuracy, relevance, and quality to align with programme goals.

4. Branding and Style Guidelines:

• Support communications copy and materials follow the correct use of Strongim Bisnis branding and Australian Government style guidelines.

5. Media Monitoring:

• Track and monitor media outlets to ensure accurate project exposure and capture relevant media coverage.

6. Content Strategy Implementation:

• Support the Communications team in implementing the Communications Content Strategy.
• Assist with the execution of campaigns and activities in line with the communications plan.

7. Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Support the communications team in obtaining approvals for content and ensuring alignment with program goals.

Other Responsibilities:

• Assist the Communications and Engagement Director with various communications-related activities as needed.

About the Proposal

People living with disabilities often encounter substantial barriers which can hinder them from having full and meaningful participation in society. Such obstacles can make those living with disabilities more vulnerable to all forms of exploitation, violence, abuse and exclusion.

Despite the magnitude of the problem and the critical need for improved understanding and responses, the current research and action surrounding the nexus of disability and trafficking in persons remains limited. The recent study conducted by the Australian government-funded ASEAN-Australia Counter Trafficking program (ASEAN-ACT), has identified significant gaps – whether in laws, policy, and practices including in victim support and data – which will require all stakeholders to work together towards the full and meaningful participation and inclusion of persons with disability in countering trafficking in persons.

ASEAN-ACT seeks to provide small grants for selected Organisations of Persons with Disability (OPDs) and/or relevant Non-Government Organisations (NGOs) in Cambodia, Lao PDR and Vietnam building on the success of similar initiatives in Indonesia, the Philippines and Thailand. The grant intends to foster changes in policy and practices towards counter-trafficking responses, ensuring they are more inclusive of and sensitive to the needs of persons with disabilities.

Location: Suva, Fiji. Some travel across the Pacific and Timor-Leste may be required

Subject: Invitation to Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) for the construction of key infrastructure at the
Bloody Ridge National Park

Introduction
The Ministry of Culture and Tourism (MCT) of the Solomon Islands and Australia’s Strongim Bisnis invites your esteemed company to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) for the construction of key infrastructure at the Bloody Ridge National Park. This project aims to enhance the historical significance of the site while providing modern facilities to visitors.

Project Overview
The Bloody Ridge National Park is undergoing a significant development phase that includes the construction of key infrastructure:
1. Water Supply (borehole with water tower)
2. Visitor Ablution Block
3. Visitor Shelters
4. Guardhouse/Park office

Scope of Work
The selected construction firm will be responsible for:
1. Site preparation: Clearing and leveling designated areas, ensuring proper groundwork for construction in accordance with project specifications.
2. Foundation and structural work: Excavating, pouring concrete, and constructing structural element as per the approved building plans.
3. Building construction: Assembling and erecting buildings and facilities using specified materials and construction methods.
4. Adherence to plans and standards: Following architectural and engineering designs, ensuring compliance with building codes, safety regulations, and MCT’s specifications.
5. Project cleanup and handover: Removing construction debris, conducting final inspections, and ensuring the site is ready for use upon project completion.
6. Cultural and historical sensitivity: Constructing facilities with respect to the historical significance of Bloody Ridge National Park, following guidelines that preserve its heritage.

Key Deliverables
• Water Supply: Installation of a borehole and water tower connected to the security hut and ablution block. (Note: The borehole drilling will be done by the Ministry of Mines, Energy & Rural Electrification in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism).
• Visitor Ablution Block: A well-constructed, visually attractive restroom facility with appropriate plumbing and sanitation systems.
• Two large Visitor Shelters: Sturdy, weather-resistant shelters designed to provide shade and comfort for park visitors.
• Guardhouse/Park office with adjoining restroom: A secure, durable structure to accommodate park rangers, ensuring controlled access and site safety.

Request for Proposal – Regional Trade for Development Program

Event Organisation and Management for an on-site event on AISP Project “Implementing AANZFTA Data Rules: Advancing Cross-Border E-Commerce.

About RT4D

The Regional Trade for Development (RT4D) initiative is funded by both the Governments of Australia and New Zealand. It assists ASEAN Member States (AMS) in meeting their commitments and realising the advantages offered by the Agreement establishing the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Area, or AANZFTA, and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, or RCEP.

Through the AANZFTA Implementation Support Program (AISP) and the RCEP Implementation Support Program (RISP), RT4D provides tailored support to enhance the capabilities of ASEAN Member States by strengthening skills, building networks, facilitating policy options and ensuring that trade benefits everyone, including Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), women and people with disabilities.

Also operating under RT4D is the Trade and Gender Equality Incubator (TGEI), an initiative funded by the Australian Government. The incubator tests ideas and methods, drawing on promising examples, that integrate gender in trade policy, technical cooperation, and development programming.

The Governments of Australia and New Zealand have committed up to AUD 48.7 million to fund RT4D from 2020-21 to 2027-28.

Project Summary

The AANZFTA Implementation Support Program (AISP), implemented RT4D Facility, aims to support AMS to realise the full benefits of AANZFTA through the provision of capacity-building support and access to technical expertise.

The following project is approved under AISP.

•Project Name: Implementing AANZFTA Data Rules: Advancing Cross-Border E-Commerce.

•Project Objective:

• The Regional Workshop is intended to deepen mutual understanding of the regulatory landscape, promote alignment, and support the development of business-friendly policies. It will also provide an opportunity to seek preliminary recommendations for best practice principles, ensuring their relevance and practicality for AANZFTA economies.
• To foster discussions on challenges, successes, and best practices in implementing cross-border data rules. This activity directly supports the project’s objectives of enhancing regulatory alignment and strengthening the implementation of cross-border data rules across the AANZFTA region.

Abt Global is seeking a highly qualified individual to fill the Localisation Manager role on the Australia PNG Subnational Program. This role is based in Buka, Autonomous Region of Bougainville, Papua New Guinea and open to PNG Citizens only.

Request for Proposal – AANZFTA Implementation Support Program (AISP) - Promoting AANZFTA through Communications and Business Engagement

About RT4D

The Regional Trade for Development (RT4D) Facility supports ASEAN Member States to maximise benefits from the upgraded ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (AANZFTA) and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) Agreement. Through the AANZFTA Implementation Support Program (AISP) and the RCEP Implementation Support Program (RISP), RT4D provides tailored support to enhance the capabilities of ASEAN Member States by strengthening skills, building networks, facilitating policy options and ensuring that trade benefits everyone, including Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), women and people with disabilities.

Also operating under RT4D is the Trade and Gender Equality Incubator (TGEI), an initiative funded by the Australian Government. The incubator tests ideas and methods, drawing on promising examples, that integrate gender in trade policy, technical cooperation, and development programming. The Governments of Australia and New Zealand have committed up to AUD 48.7 million to fund RT4D from 2020-21 to 2027-28

Project Summary

This project will support a series of connected communications activities to promote AANZFTA throughout the Financial Year 2024-25 (until June 2025) under the AANZFTA Implementation Support Program (AISP) to strengthen public and private sector stakeholders' awareness of its economic benefits.

Objectives:

(i) Increase understanding of AANZFTA, the AANZFTA Upgrade, and AISP activities.

(ii) Build on 2023 AISP-ECWP communications and business engagement initiatives, including:

• A Communications Package on AANZFTA Upgrade benefits.
• Regional and national business roundtables.

(iii) Develop business engagement resources to strengthen partnerships with diverse and potentially marginalised communities.

Key Outputs:

1. Explainers for ASEAN businesses
2. Business Roundtable Factsheets
3. Four Case Studies on AISP success
4. AEM-CER Communications Package and Video

• Based in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
• Full time, fixed term until June 2027
• Open to both International and national candidates

Request for Proposal – Regional Trade for Development

Implementation Consultant and Event Organiser for Building Institutional Capacity for Sanitary and Phytosanitary Standards (SPS) Implementation under RCEP

About RT4D

The Regional Trade for Development (RT4D) Facility supports ASEAN Member States to maximise benefits from the upgraded ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (AANZFTA) and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) Agreement. Through the AANZFTA Implementation Support Program (AISP) and the RCEP Implementation Support Program (RISP), RT4D provides tailored support to enhance the capabilities of ASEAN Member States by strengthening skills, building networks, facilitating policy options and ensuring that trade benefits everyone, including Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), women and people with disabilities.

Also operating under RT4D is the Trade and Gender Equality Incubator (TGEI), an initiative funded by the Australian Government. The incubator tests ideas and methods, drawing on promising examples, that integrate gender in trade policy, technical cooperation, and development programming. The Governments of Australia and New Zealand have committed up to AUD 48.7 million to fund RT4D from 2020-21 to 2027-28.

Project Summary

This project was created to implement activities that align with RCEP Chapter 5 on SPS. The objective is to enhance the practical application of SPS measures by promoting transparency and understanding of the development processes and applications among relevant stakeholders. The project seeks to strengthen coordination, communication, and consultation among the domestic parties involved in SPS measures, adhering to international standards, guidelines, and recommendations. With support from RCEP and the RT4D program, the fundamental goal of this project is to build the institutional capabilities of key stakeholders at the central and provincial levels under the leadership of FDD. This will set up a foundation to establish a modern, comprehensive, high-quality, and mutually beneficial economic partnership, facilitating regional trade and investment expansion and contributing to global economic growth.

Improving inter-departmental coordination is another crucial component of the project; it will establish a collaborative, dynamic platform for stakeholders such as the FDD, Department of Agriculture (DOA), Department of Livestock and Fisheries (DOLF), and Department of Planning (DOP) to monitor and evaluate the implementation of SPS chapters. This initiative aims to promote transparency, ensuring senior decision-makers and policy formulators have a unified understanding of the SPS chapter and the ASEAN Sectoral Mutual Recognition Arrangement for Inspection and Certification Systems on Food Hygiene for Prepared Foodstuff Products (MRA) guidelines, alongside developing implementation regulations that clarify procedural and operational parameters. This framework seeks to mitigate arbitrary decision-making while reinforcing compliance with national legal standards through stringent oversight and formalised inspection processes.

The specific objectives of this project are to:

• To provide capacity building on implementing the SPS measures and provisions, focusing on Chapter 5 of RCEP commitments
• To strengthen economic cooperation and dialogue that supports the implementation and utilisation of key provisions within the SPS agreement 
• To increase public and stakeholders’ awareness of the benefits and impact of the RCEP and SPS Chapter to enhance access to information for businesses, especially Micro-Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (MSMEs), on the SPS requirements as well as MRA on import-export 
• To strengthen cooperation and exchange experience with RCEP Parties in the SPS Chapter, particularly on the collective participation approach at the ASEAN SPS committee meeting.