• Based in Port Moresby, PNG • 2 years (fixed term, full time) • Open to PNG nationals only

We are searching for an experienced Program Manager, IPEF Supply Chain Resilience to be based in Suva, Fiji, within the Fijian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade.

Program Overview:
IFTAEC is a four-year, $25m investment by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) that supports the implementation of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF), with a focus on the Supply Chain Resilience Agreement.   
 

Through IFTAEC (2024-2027), DFAT and its implementing partners deliver capacity building projects and technical assistance to assist ODA-eligible IPEF member countries implement IPEF standards and frameworks.  
 

IFTAEC’s end-of-program outcomes are:  
 

1. ODA-eligible IPEF countries have enhanced capacity to 1) progress or 2) translate commitments into domestic law, implement new laws, engage industry and participate in uptake of international standards.
2. Australia and ODA-eligible IPEF countries are cooperating effectively on IPEF standards and frameworks that are gender and disability inclusive, and build climate-change resilience, driven by country counterparts.

IFTAEC is managed by the IPEF Coordination and Strategy Section (ISC) in DFAT, Canberra, with the support of Palladium.

IPEF Overview:
Fiji is the only Pacific Island member in the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF), representing a significant step in integrating the Pacific’s second largest economy into our region’s economic architecture. Australia and Fiji have both signed the four IPEF agreements that have been substantially concluded by IPEF Ministers: the IPEF Supply Chain, Clean Economy, Fair Economy, and Overarching Agreements. The Fijian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade is Fiji’s coordinating agency on IPEF, led by its Trade Unit, which also has responsibility for domestic and international trade initiatives, including bilateral, regional and multilateral commitments and initiatives.  
 

Following intensive IPEF negotiations over 2021-2023, the Trade Unit needs to focus on its other domestic and international responsibilities. Additional support is needed for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade to coordinate and report on IPEF commitments across Government of Fiji including providing support for line ministries to guide legislative drafting and technical readiness assessments.
 

Under Australia’s IPEF Fund for Technical Assistance and Economic Cooperation (IFTAEC), Australia is providing tailored support for Fiji to implement its IPEF commitments, with priority placed on the Supply Chain Resilience Agreement.

 

Fiji Program Support Platform (FPSP)

• Seeking a qualified Project Manager with experience procuring and contracting architectural and construction services – preferably in the Pacific
• Working with the Fiji Revenue and Customs Service (FRCS)
• 12-month contract commencing early 2026 (February - March)
• Open to International and National applications
• Ideally the candidate will be located in Suva, Fiji but consideration will be given to remote work arrangements with travel to Suva for applicants based outside of Fiji  

FPSP Overview: 

The Fiji Program Support Platform (FPSP, or the ‘Platform’) is a Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) investment that contributes 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 delivers 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 and 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 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. 

Project Overview:

The Fiji Revenue and Customs Service (FRCS) is currently progressing a project to establish a Container Examination Facility (CEF) capability in Fiji.  

The CEF project was initiated to enhance security, compliance and efficiency in the inspection of containers arriving in Fiji. The facility will support national and international trade regulations and ensure the safety of goods entering Fiji as well as preventing illegal activities such as smuggling and trafficking. 

The primary objective of the CEF project is to establish a modern facility equipped with technology solutions for non-intrusive and physical inspection of containers. The scope of the project includes the identification of suitable technology solutions, the design, construction and commissioning of the CEF, including all necessary utilities and technologies to operate the facility.  

The project will be delivered over the following phases:

• Initial project scoping, consulting, detailed design and business analysis (including identification of suitable technology solutions that will achieve the project objectives).
• Site preparation.
• Architectural and civil works assessment and the construction of the scanning hall.
• Technology and equipment procurement.
• Equipment installation and commissioning.
• Systems testing and commissioning.
• Operational handover.

Job Title: Timor Leste Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning Manager  
Project Name: Pacific Labour Mobility Support Program (PLMSP)
Job type:  Full-time employee until June 2028
Location of Position: Australia or Timor-Leste
Reporting to: Pacific and Timor Leste Monitoring Evaluation and Learning Senior Manager - (with additional reporting lines to the Timor Leste scale-up manager and the Timor Leste engagement manager depending on task)
Remuneration: In line with market rates.
Citizenship: Right to work in Timor-Leste and/ or Australia
Language Requirements: Excellent written and spoken English, particularly for the purpose of professional written reports
Application Deadline: January 11, 2026
 

Objective of the Assignment

The objective of this assignment is to assess the MRM process and its ability to capture systemic change, direct and indirect impact. The second objective is to propose targeted improvements to the MRM process, including KPI measurement methodology, where necessary.

The assignment also includes practical project work on aggregating annual results for the Annual Report, in collaboration with the MRM Director. The Consultant will support the aggregation process and propose tools and process improvements to strengthen annual aggregation in future reporting cycles.

KEY INFORMATION
Job Title: Deputy Agriculture Lead
Sector: Customs, Trade and Investment Climate
Position Type: Full-time
Duration/Level of Effort: Long-Term
Position Location: Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Contractual arrangement: Eligible for Cambodian residents/citizens only

SUMMARY OF THE PROJECT
The CAPRED Facility is Australia's flagship bilateral economic development program in Cambodia. It focuses on economic recovery and resilience over the next four years, with a possible three-year extension.
 
The Facility supports Cambodia in implementing economic interventions and reforms to accelerate the country's economic transition. These interventions and reforms encourage productive and inclusive public and private investment, promoting a resilient, inclusive, and sustainable economy (RISE).
 
CAPRED interventions fall under three technical components: Agriculture Production; Agro-processing, Trade, Investment, and Enterprise Development; Infrastructure Development; and a cross-cutting component comprising Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI), as well as Climate Resilient initiatives and policy support. GEDSI is at the heart of all that CAPRED does.

This position is open to both International and National

KEY INFORMATION
Job Title: Investment Officer
Sector: Customs, Trade and Investment Climate
Position Type: Full-time
Duration/Level of Effort: Short-Term (possibility of extension)
Position Location: Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Contractual arrangement: Cambodian citizens or residents only

SUMMARY OF THE PROJECT
The Cambodia-Australia Partnership for Resilient Economic Development (CAPRED) is Australia's flagship bilateral economic development program in Cambodia. It will focus on economic recovery and resilience over the next four years, with a possible three-year extension.
 
The Facility supports Cambodia in implementing necessary economic interventions and reforms to maintain the country's economic transition. These efforts aim to encourage more productive and inclusive public and private investment, promoting a resilient, inclusive, and sustainable economy (RISE).
 
CAPRED interventions fall under three technical components, including Agriculture and Agro-processing, Trade, Investment, and Enterprise Development, and Infrastructure Development. Additionally, there are three Cross-Cutting components: Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI), Climate Resilience initiatives, and policy support. GEDSI is at the heart of all that CAPRED does. 

Program: Strongim Bisnis   

Location: Honiara, Solomon Islands

Duration: Full-time, initial contract until 30 April 2026 with possibility of extension

Reports to: Paul Valemei, MRM Manager

Works with: Finance, MRM, Operations and Partnership Teams

Under the direct supervision of the MRM Manager, the MRM Coordinator supports the achievement of the MRM team Annual workplans, as well as ensures that program monitoring and measurement activities adhere to processes and practices described in the Strongim Bisnis MRM Manual. The MRM Coordinator will also work alongside the MRM Field Researcher to lead research scoping and impact assessment activities. This will range from the initial design of studies, to conducting analysis and final writeup of reports. The MRM Coordinator will also provide support to the MRM Manager during the periodic aggregation of results for program performance reporting to key stakeholders.

Position: Partnership Manager - Multiple Roles at various grades
This position is open to Solomon Islands nationals or third-country residents with a valid work permit to work in the Solomon Islands. Proof of eligibility will be required.
 

Program: Strongim Bisnis

Location: Honiara, Solomon Islands with provincial travel

Start date: Starting January / February 2026

Line manager and Directly report to: Partnerships Director or Senior Partnerships Manager

Works with: Strongim Bisnis Partners, other Partnership Managers, Communications, MRM, and Operations team members
 

*People living with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.
 

Position summary and justification for the role

Strongim Bisnis is seeking Partnership Managers of all levels of experience to expand its team. We are looking for people with experience or enthusiasm for entrepreneurship and social inclusion in Solomon Islands.

Working closely with the team, the selected individuals’ focus will be to support the program implement, monitor, and communicate uptake of partnerships.