The Australian Infrastructure Financing Facility for the Pacific (AIFFP) is Australia’s largest and most significant infrastructure investment in the Pacific. This $4 billion infrastructure initiative is actively engaging with countries in the region to significantly boost Australia’s support for infrastructure development in Pacific countries and Timor-Leste. The Facility uses grant funding combined with loans to support the development of high priority, quality infrastructure.

The AIFFP Investment Preparation and Support Unit (SU), managed by Tetra Tech International Development, is contracted to support the AIFFP meet its objectives.

The Nadi Flood Alleviation Project (NFAP) is a critical infrastructure initiative aimed at reducing flood risk in Nadi and surrounding areas through the construction of a large detention basin, a dyke system, channel works, and road raising. The project has undergone extensive study over the past decade, with significant contributions from AIFFP, JICA, and ADB, including detailed design, hydraulic modelling, and environmental and social (E&S) assessments.

In order to progress towards a financing arrangement, AIFFP, the Government of Fiji (GoF), and JICA require a clear understanding of the current estimated costs of the project, confirmation of the E&S Safeguard Risk Category, and an updated project risk schedule identifying construction-related risks for flood mitigation infrastructure.

AIFFP therefore requires an appropriately qualified and experienced consultant to undertake the services as set out in Part B, in summary being:

• Review the existing reference designs from AIFFP and JICA in existing reports (Stage 1) and supplement with sufficient details to inform a more precise cost estimate;
• Deliver an updated and validated cost estimate for Stage 1;
• Confirm the E&S Safeguard Risk Category for the project;
• Develop a Project Risk Schedule, specifically addressing construction risks for flood mitigation infrastructure; and
• Develop a Recommended Implementation Plan, providing a roadmap for project execution.

Fiji Program Support Platform (FPSP)

• Long term personnel 
• Based in Suva, Fiji 

The Australian Infrastructure Financing Facility for the Pacific (AIFFP) is Australia’s largest and most significant infrastructure investment in the Pacific. This $4 billion infrastructure initiative is actively engaging with countries in the region to significantly boost Australia’s support for infrastructure development in Pacific countries and Timor-Leste. The Facility uses grant funding combined with loans to support the development of high priority, quality infrastructure.

The AIFFP Investment Preparation and Support Unit (SU), managed by Tetra Tech International Development, is contracted to support the AIFFP meet its objectives.

AIFFP are seeking consultants with experience in the civil engineering and infrastructure development industry, with a particular focus on flood risk management and hydraulic structures. Previous experience with development partners and the Government of Fiji (GoF), will be expected, with an ability to clearly communicate and provide documentation for a wide range of audience and technical capabilities.

Services are expected to be up to 30^th June 2026.

The consultants may assist the AIFFP with flood management expertise, through services such as:

• Provision of technical support at multiple stages of the NFAP, including inputs towards the development of reference and detailed designs.
• Modelling of flood management and mitigation options.
•  Provision of expert advice and support, including participating in project working groups and workshops.
• Preparation and review of flood management development documentation.
• Supporting AIFFP’s technical oversight in the preparation, design and delivery of this project.
• Supporting the AIFFP’s understanding of potential contractors for future stages of the project by supporting any market sounding and analysis.

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Background

The Fiji Program Support Platform (FPSP, also referred to as the ‘Platform’) is an Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) funded initiative. Commencing from January 2025, it will contribute to the delivery of Fiji’s national development priorities, in line with Australia's International Development Policy, the Fiji-Australia Vuvale Partnership and the Development Partnership Plan.  

The Platform will deliver key bilateral programs, such as health, education, scholarships, social infrastructure, governance and emergency preparedness and response. Platform activities will identify and address climate risks, promote climate action, and gender equality, disability and social inclusion (GEDSI) across and beyond the sector programs.  The Fiji Program Support Platform will operate until 30 September 2029.

Fiji Program Support Platform (FPSP)

• Short term personnel 
• 15 input days between 1 April and 30 May 2025
• Based in Suva, Fiji 

Program Overview:    

FPSP, also referred to as the ‘Platform’, a Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) investment, will contribute to the delivery of Fiji’s national development priorities, in line with the Australia’s International Development Policy, the Fiji-Australia Vuvale Partnership and the Development Partnership Plan. 

The Platform will deliver key bilateral programs, such as health, education, scholarships, social infrastructure, governance, climate and emergency preparedness and response. Platform activities will identify and address climate risks, promote climate action, and gender equality, disability and social inclusion (GEDSI) across and beyond the sector programs.

The Platform has three functional Outcomes: 

1. The Platform has delivered its sector program outcomes, including through supporting strategic coherence, planning, partnerships management, data and learning across the portfolio of investments.
2. The Platform has prioritised gender equality, disability-inclusive development, and climate and disaster resilience, in its systems and practices. This includes in how it undertakes sector programming and its engagement with selected Government of Fiji (GoF) agencies.
3. The Platform administers timely and efficient programming that is: value for money; maximises use of local supply chains; and supports good governance, and public diplomacy, effective decision making and risk management.

The Platform implements over fifty percent of Australia’s bilateral development support to Fiji across a range of sector programs in education, health, Australia Awards, disaster response, cyclone recovery, social infrastructure and technical assistance to improve public sector governance in Fiji.   

The Platform integrates cross-cutting themes, including gender equality, disability and social inclusion (GEDSI), climate and disaster resilience, across sector programs. In particular, the Platform seeks to strengthen program outcomes by better addressing the needs of targeted populations including those who are often marginalised. 

Fiji Program Support Platform (FPSP)

• Long Term Role - commencing early 2025 (3-year contract, with potential 2-year extension)
• Based in Suva, Fiji
• Integrating and coordinating cross cutting priorities including GEDSI, safeguarding, climate change and disaster resilience and Indigenous participation and engagement
• Open to all applicants. 

Program Overview: 

FPSP, also referred to as the ‘Platform’, a Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) investment, will contribute to the delivery of Fiji’s national development priorities, in line with the Australia’s International Development Policy, the Fiji-Australia Vuvale Partnership and the Development Partnership Plan.  

The Platform will deliver key bilateral programs, such as health, education, scholarships, social infrastructure, governance, climate and emergency preparedness and response. Platform activities will identify and address climate risks, promote climate action, and gender equality, disability and social inclusion (GEDSI) across and beyond the sector programs. 

The Platform has three functional Outcomes:  

1. The Platform has delivered its sector program outcomes, including through supporting strategic coherence, planning, partnerships management, data and learning across the portfolio of investments.
2. The Platform has prioritised gender equality, disability-inclusive development, and climate and disaster resilience, in its systems and practices. This includes in how it undertakes sector programming and its engagement with selected Government of Fiji (GoF) agencies
3. The Platform administers timely and efficient programming that is: value for money; maximises use of local supply chains; and supports good governance, and public diplomacy, effective decision making and risk management. 

Position Summary:

The Cross Cutting Priorities (CCP) Hub is responsible for providing specialist GEDSI support across program teams to strengthen program performance in addressing gender equality and disability inclusion; for supporting GEDSI officers in partner Government of (GoF) agencies and administering a flexible fund for the provision of technical assistance to GoF agencies. The Hub will also be responsible for managing and implementing safeguarding, identifying and addressing climate risks, providing disaster resilience advice, as well as facilitating participation of First Nations Australians and indigenous-to-indigenous engagement. The Hub will support the achievement of End of Platform Outcome (EOPO) 2 by integrating and coordinating cross cutting priorities throughout the portfolio and across the program management cycle. 

The Lead is responsible for the effective delivery and performance of the Hub. They will drive meaningful cross-cutting approaches across the Platform-managed investments. The Lead will work in close collaboration with Abt partners Talanoa Consulting, Clear Horizons and Ninti One; and oversee Hub priorities including the development of GEDSI Strategy and Action Plan, the Climate and Disaster Resilience Strategy, Risk and Safeguarding Management Plan and the First Nations Engagement Framework and Implementation Plan.   

The Lead plays a crucial role in linking and integrating GEDSI, safeguarding, climate and disaster resilience, locally led development (LLD) and indigenous engagement strategies across sector programs. 

Application Deadline 

3rd November 2024, 11:59pm AEDT

Position Summary

The Communications Adviser will provide strategic communications leadership to support P4A’s objectives, ensuring the program’s achievements and messages are effectively communicated to a wide range of stakeholders, including DFAT, Pacific Island governments, aviation sector partners, and the public. This role will also involve capacity building within the P4A team and supporting cross-cutting initiatives such as GEDSI and climate resilience.

The Communications Adviser will develop and implement communication strategies, produce high-quality communication materials, manage program visibility, and ensure that P4A’s communications align with DFAT’s standards and strategic objectives.

Application Deadline

3rd November 2024, 11:59 PM AEDT

Position Summary

The Operations Lead will oversee the day-to-day running of P4A program operations. The Operations Lead will ensure that program activities and interventions are adequately supported by effective and efficient administrative, procurement, logistics, and financial systems and that they are conducted in accordance with operational guidelines and governance standards.

The Operations Lead will lead the Operations Team, consisting of Logistics and Operations Manager, Finance and Procurement Manager, Finance Officer, and Logistics Officer. The Operations Lead will also be responsible for capacity-building within the Operations Team. The Operations Lead will implement the operational inception of P4A and the establishment of the P4A operating platform and office, including logistical and finance systems, capital procurement of assets and program office, and the mobilisation and movement of P4A team members. They will also lead the establishment of an Aviation Operations Services Panel, for aviation goods and services.

The position is full-time, based in Nadi, Fiji and will regular travel with the Pacific region.

This is a leadership role – and the successful candidate is expected to lead both directly and situationally to support program delivery and a stronger, safer and more resilient aviation sector in the Pacific.

Application Deadline 

11:59 PM AEDT on November 3, 2024

Position Summary 

This is a leadership role – and the successful candidate is expected to lead both directly and situationally to support program delivery and a stronger, safer and more resilient aviation sector in the Pacific. 

The Head of Technical Advisory will provide aviation technical advice across the program and will be responsible for the management of a Technical Advisory Panel (TAP). The TAP is yet to be formed and will be stood up in 2025. The role will be responsible for developing a range of best-fit options to deliver identified technical advisory support needs. They will also be responsible for the development of tasking notes for TAP services and quality assurance of outputs. The Head of Technical Advisory will report to the P4A Team Leader and will work closely with the Executive Director (DFAT), who is responsible for the overall strategic oversight, partnership engagement and leadership of the Program. 

The role will also support existing (and new) country aligned Aviation Policy Advisers. There are already Aviation Policy Advisers working in a number of Pacific countries. 

The position is full-time, based in Nadi, Fiji and will require regular travel in the Pacific.