The PEV In-Country Program Lead will be responsible for ensuring the Pacific Engagement Visa Offshore Support Service, is implemented in line with project expectations within their country. We are seeking someone on a casual basis to conduct this role in FSM.

Working closely with the Island Spirit Australia PEV Project Manager and head offices in Australia, you will be the main point of contact in the country driving project implementation. You will be expected to build awareness and educate on the PEV program, and implement and manage the optional in-country visa application assistance program, including the successful delivery of pre-departure briefing services.

Using your project implementation experience and cultural knowledge, you will assist in the design of a suitable roll out plan to promote the PEV in your country. Integral to this role will be your ability to provide insights on the best way to create an equitable community reach, as well as providing feedback on the best way to deliver program requirements, whilst staying within budget guidelines.

With your solid understanding of local customs and culture, you will be able to deliver the program in a way that is respectful and well received. This includes meetings with visa applicants in a support role.

Location:
Federated States of Micronesia (Chuuk or Pohnpei)

Contract Type: Part Time / Casual

Key responsibilities:
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with community leaders, organisations, and stakeholders in participating countries.
• Develop and implement the program's in-country strategy, work plan, and budget.
• Deliver education workshops and seminars regularly to promote the awareness of the PEV to the wider community.
• Deliver education seminars to qualified visa applicants and conduct pre-departure briefings.
• Provide guidance and support to the in-country coordinator and support officer.
• Monitor and evaluate the program's activities and outcomes to ensure they align with the program's objectives.
• Identify new opportunities and partnerships that can enhance the program's impact and sustainability.
• Ensure compliance with program and organisational policies, procedures, and regulations in all in-country service deliverables.
• Report regularly to the program manager on progress, challenges, and opportunities.
• Some travel may be required

About you:
• An energetic, skilled and ambitious individual looking for their next exciting career challenge
• Responsive and efficient with your time
• Bachelors Degree in a relevant discipline (business management, international relations, community development, marketing)
• Fluent in English plus local language/s
• Experience delivering and facilitating community meetings, small events, and briefings
• Proven stakeholder relationships within your country (e.g. churches, NGOs, government or other groups)
• Excellent communications skills, along with great time-management and problem solving
• 5+ years of industry experience, preferably in a corporate or government setting
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and management
• Ability to work autonomously, yet thrive as part of a small team
• At least 5 years of experience in project management
• Excellent communication, networking, and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.

Why choose us?
Island Spirit Australia has a team spread through 11 countries in the Pacific region and Timor-Leste. Through its network of communities and businesses we are able to forge a strong understanding of the needs of the region from a local lens. Based in Melbourne, Australia our Management Consulting services have assisted business for over 20 years, from small family businesses to National corporations, we've helped companies understand their values and grow. Its subsidiary companies have won various awards in Financial Advice and Community Services.

As part of the team you will be joining an organisation that is committed to the sustainable growth of the countries in which it operates. Our motto is "Happy People. Happy Planet" our purpose is to help all people achieve personal happiness and create a ripple effect that changes the world.


Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (DEI):
Island Spirit Australia is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve and treating all applicants equitably. This starts with recruitment, including making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process. The methods used in the recruitment for a role may vary, but the sorts of processes used may include: application form, resume and cover letter, online cognitive testing, work test, written response task, assessment centre, in-person or video interview.
We welcome applicants to share any health condition, impairment, and/or cultural/linguistic background, so that we may make any necessary adjustments to enable you to equitably participate in the recruitment process.

Safeguarding:
We're committed to ensuring that everyone who joins Island Spirit Australia – and the communities and clients we serve – are treated with respect and dignity. That their personal safety is assured and they can work free from threat of harm.

We take our obligations to uphold Australian Government standards of probity, safety and ethics seriously. Whether it's ending modern slavery, safeguarding children, promoting diversity or preventing corruption, our focus on governance is comprehensive.

All successful candidates will be subject to character and police checks, and must complete training in relevant policy areas prior to commencement.

All consultants engaged by Island Spirit Australia must demonstrate a commitment to the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (PSHEA) and the protection of children. Successful applicants will be required to complete criminal history/suitability screening checks, participate in a safeguarding orientation session, and sign the Island Spirit Australia Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct. Island Spirit Australia may seek information from agencies with which consultants have previously had engagement, and specifically discuss any conduct of concern in relation to safeguarding.

• • • Start Date: Immediate.• • •

Our team will review all applications and should your application be successful in progressing to the next stage, we will be in contact to discuss your experience further.

If your application is not successful, we will ensure that you are updated on the status of your application as quickly as we can via email.

Thank you for your interest in this position. We'll be in touch.