* Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM AEST on Tuesday 15 April 2025. We encourage you to apply early as the position may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found *

REnew Pacific

Palladium is a global leader in the design, development, and delivery of Positive Impact – the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value.  We work with governments, businesses, and investors to solve the world's most pressing challenges. With a team of more than 4,000 employees operating in 90-plus countries and a global network of over 35,000 experts, we help improve economies, societies, and, most importantly, people's lives. 

REnew Pacific is a AU$75M program over 4.5 years. It aims to scale and expand on the critical lessons learned in the DFAT-funded Business Partnerships Platform (BPP) pilot to support DFAT and the Australian Infrastructure Financing Facility for the Pacific (AIFFP) to address climate infrastructure mitigation, adaptation and resilience among Pacific states and help Australia be the climate infrastructure partner of choice in the Pacific.
 

Purpose of Position

The Portfolio Manager is an integral part of the REnew Pacific program and leads the in-country management of the program’s portfolio of renewable energy projects in Vanuatu. The Portfolio Manager assists in the development and granting of projects and manages the day-to-day interactions with recipient partners, monitoring progress and supporting implementation. The role also contributes to implementation of REnew Pacific strategies and plans including related to  GEDSI, localisation and monitoring, evaluation and learning.

REnew Pacific

Palladium is a global leader in the design, development, and delivery of Positive Impact – the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value.  We work with governments, businesses, and investors to solve the world's most pressing challenges. With a team of more than 4,000 employees operating in 90-plus countries and a global network of over 35,000 experts, we help improve economies, societies, and, most importantly, people's lives. 

REnew Pacific is a AU$75M program over 4.5 years. It aims to scale and expand on the critical lessons learned in the DFAT-funded Business Partnerships Platform (BPP) pilot to support DFAT and the Australian Infrastructure Financing Facility for the Pacific (AIFFP) to address climate infrastructure mitigation, adaptation and resilience among Pacific states and help Australia be the climate infrastructure partner of choice in the Pacific.

The Portfolio Manager is an integral part of the REnew Pacific program and leads the in-country management of the program’s portfolio of renewable energy projects in Vanuatu. The Portfolio Manager assists in the development and granting of projects and manages the day-to-day interactions with recipient partners, monitoring progress and supporting implementation. The role also contributes to implementation of REnew Pacific strategies and plans including GEDSI, localisation and monitoring, evaluation and learning.

The Australian Water Partnership (AWP) is seeking an experienced and qualified professional to fill the role of AWP Pacific Coordinator based in the Pacific region. The position will remain open until filled. 

The AWP Pacific Coordinator will support AWP in the implementation of allocated DFAT funds under the Agreement and provide AWP with a physical presence in the Pacific subregion, in proximity to DFAT Posts, Pacific governments, regional organisations, and stakeholders. 

The position will preferably be based in the Pacific, ideally in Fiji, Samoa, the Solomon Islands or Vanuatu. Other locations within the Pacific region will also be considered.