Summary
The Program
The Vanuatu Australia Infrastructure for Development (VAI4D) program is a five-year (2024-2029) investment funded by the Government of Australia through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). VAI4D supports the Government of Vanuatu’s Ministry of Infrastructure and Public Utilities (MIPU) to achieve sustainable and well-maintained infrastructure and services for all, through inclusive and effective partnerships. VAI4D continues Australia’s assistance to MIPU/PWD to effectively and efficiently managed Vanuatu’s public roads network while expanding support for strengthening the capacity of MIPU to deliver infrastructure projects in civil aviation, ports and marine, and public buildings.
The VAI4D investment is focused on three end of program outcomes (EOPOs):
- EOPO 1: MIPU PWD manages Vanuatu’s public roads network effectively and efficiently.
- EOPO 2: MIPU (civil aviation &/or ports and marine &/or public buildings) use improved systems, processes, and technologies.
- EOPO 3: GoV agencies deliver infrastructure portfolios and projects more coherently, effectively, and efficiently, in coordination with GoA partners.
VAI4D also mainstreams and spotlights cross-cutting areas, including gender equity, disability and social inclusion (GEDSI), climate change & disaster risk resilience, social and environmental safeguards, localisation, and asset management through the identification, planning, design, implementation, and monitoring of projects.
Description
We have an exciting opportunity for a part-time (up to 36 days PA), remote communications adviser to develop and deliver the communication plan for the newly established Vanuatu Australia Infrastructure for Development program VAI4D. This program builds on the previous Roads for Development 2 program, expanding from roads into civil aviation, ports and marine, and public buildings.
We are seeking someone with the ability to establish new relationships within the Vanuatu Ministry for Public Utilities and work with the broader VAI4D team to promote the program’s message and to present the achievements of the GoA/GoV partnership in relation to VAI4D. The adviser will also support the capacity building of MIPU/PWD, particularly in knowledge management, the development of strategic communications, information-education-communication (IEC) materials and the use of social media.
This position will require some travel to and within Vanuatu.
More information on the duties and responsibilities and required qualifications and experience, can be accessed through the link above.
How to Apply
Please apply online. Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis.
Applications should include a one-page cover letter addressing the required qualifications and experience, a CV of no more than three pages and the contact details of three professional referees.
Applicants are also requested to provide a sample of work of up to 10 pages with your CV. The sample may include external communication products, social media posts, briefing materials, or a previous strategy paper. Work samples should be in a PDF format and may be redacted to remove confidential information.
This position will be recruited through Adam Smith International (ASI). ASI is committed to continually improving the diversity of our workforce through the attraction, retention, and development of a diverse range of talented people. Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We want people to be comfortable bringing their whole self to work and recognise that inclusion brings further opportunities for innovation and creativity.
