The Mekong Support Unit (MAP SU) is seeking a skilled and strategic Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Manager to lead the MEL function for its flagship Leadership & Skills Program. This is a rare opportunity to join the program at its inception, to co-design and implement a best-in-class MEL system.

Location: Remote

Location: Remote

Pre-Tender Notice

PNG Biosecurity Infrastructure Project

On behalf of the Australian Government, the Economic and Social Infrastructure Program (ESIP) will soon invite tenders from suitably qualified contractor(s) to construct a new polymerase chain reaction (PCR) suite at the National Agriculture and Quarantine Inspection Authority (NAQIA) headquarters in Kila Kila, Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea.

The scope of works will include:

1. Construction of a purpose-built PCR laboratory facility with ancillary spaces and secure access.
2. Provision of specialised building services including HVAC, electrical, ICT, plumbing, and laboratory waste systems.
3. Laboratory fit-out and integration of specialist equipment.
4. Associated civil and site development works including foundations, external services, and security upgrades.
5. Compliance with relevant Australian and PNG building codes and occupational health and safety requirements.

The upcoming tender will be open to contractors that meet the eligibility and capability requirements outlined in the tender documentation, which will be released in the coming weeks.

Location: Jakarta

About the Proposal

We are seeking consultancy services from a professional with strong experience in helping drive growth along specialty cacao value chains. You will be able to review progress made against the existing 2020-2025 National Cacao Strategy, analyse the current status for the sector within the context of global market ambitions, consult with stakeholders across the value chain, and provide advice about key considerations to be taken into account when Vanuatu develops the 2026-2030 National Cacao Strategy. You will need to be available to complete this work before 28 February 2026.

Deliverables

An advisory report that the Vanuatu Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Forestry and Biosecurity (MALFB) can use to inform the development of the Vanuatu National Cacao Strategy 2026 - 2030, including but not limited to:

• A summary of key messages received from different groups of stakeholders (farmers, exporters, government officials etc.) during the consultations.
• Advice about key constraints along the value chain and potential ways to address these.
• Advice about the current positioning of Vanuatu’s specialty cacao industry within global markets, strategic opportunities that are available, and how Vanuatu could make the most of these opportunities in the next five years.
• Options and priorities for building more inclusive opportunities across the value chain.
• Suggestions for key activities and sequencing, to take forward strategic ‘next steps’ for the growth of Vanuatu specialty cacao.

Qualification and Knowledge Requirements

• Proven experience in supporting specialty cacao sector development including for export markets, and preferably experience in gender, youth and/or disability inclusion.
• Ability to deliver within specified deadlines.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, Bislama language skills preferred.
• Experience working in the Pacific or similar small island states with transferable experience.

Responsibilities

• Undertake desktop analysis of the current strategy, Vanuatu trade data and international market analysis.
• Develop a consultation plan with the PHAMA Plus Country Manager (including identification of key stakeholders, scheduling and key consultation questions).
• Lead delivery of consultations in accordance with this plan.
• Provide drafts of the advisory report for review and comment by the PHAMA Plus team and agreed stakeholders prior to finalisation.

Be part of a dynamic team as Scholar and Alumni Engagement Manager, inspiring meaningful connections and empowering a vibrant Mekong alumni community.

Full time opportunity in Funafuti, Tuvalu.

Location: Jakarta, Indonesia

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