10 December, 2015

5979 Chief Executive Officer (CEO) | Part-Time Commissioner

Ministry of Finance & Economic Management

Industry:
Government
Location: 
Port Vila, Vanuatu
Due Date
01-Feb-16, 4.00pm




Job Description:


The Government of Vanuatu through the Ministry of Finance & Economic Management, is recruiting for a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and part-time Commissioner to the Vanuatu Utilities Regulatory Authority (URA) and is seeking Expression of Interests for this position.
The primary responsibilities of the CEO and part-time Commissioner include, but are not limited to the economic regulation of water and electricity subject to the Utilities Regulatory Authority Act No. 11 of 2007.

About the Utilities Regulatory Authority
The URA was set up under the Utilities Regulatory Authority Act No. 11 of 2007. The Authority acts independently of the Government and its primary purpose is to increase access to safe, reliable and affordable electricity and water services, and to promote the long-term interests of consumers throughout Vanuatu. In addition, the Authority manages consumer disputes and advises the Government on matters related to electricity and water. It also reviews tariffs under the rules of the Concessions Agreements and relevant legislation. 

Criteria:
Core Competencies
The CEO and Part-time Commissioner shall have the following core competencies
  • A Ni-Vanuatu person of high caliber with deep knowledge of financial, economic and business applications pertaining to regulated utility services, preferably in energy and water sector
  • Broad experience in national and international arena in regulatory practices particularly in developing countries [Minimum 10 years experience]
  • Demonstrated track record in organization leadership and public administration and managing a professional organization
  • Ability for capacity building, stakeholder relationship management with Government, private sector and public sound understanding of the electricity and water industries, especially background in electricity and water laws, economics, technical and financial applications
  • Knowledge of key areas of electricity and water regulation including, licensing, dispute resolution, competition issues, safety and reliability standards, tariffs, consumer protection and contract administration
  • Knowledge and experience of electricity and water sector issues in the South Pacific region and/or other small island economics is highly desirable
  • Fluency (written and spoken) in English, and/or French is highly desirable and knowledge of Bislama is desirable. 

Eligibility
While it is the preference of the Government of Vanuatu to appoint a Ni-Vanuatu (citizen) to this position, any qualified international experts with requisite experience and background may apply.

Salary:
Not Stated
Language:
English, French (highly desirable), Bislama (desirable).

        How To Apply:
        To request a Request for Expression of Interest (REOI) form and details relating to the scope of service for this position, please contact:
        Lizzie Taura-GovanManager Regulation, Utilities Regulatory Authority Tel: (+678) 23335 (extn. 302); Email: lgovan@ura.gov.vu; Skype: lmarguerite1 

        The REOI should be submitted and addressed as “Confidential: REOI MFEM/URA CS01/15” to the Acting Secretary at the mailing address provided below.
        REOI closing date for submissions is Monday 1st, February 2016 at 16.30 PM Vanuatu Time (GMT +11).

        Contact Person:

        Lizzie Taura-Govan (Manager Regulation)|Acting Secretary (Central Board).

        Phone:

        (+678) 23335 (extn. 302)
        Address: The Acting Secretary , Central Tender Board Office , Ministry of Finance and Economic Management, PMB 9058, Top Floor, S.I.P Building, Rue Pasteur, Port Vila, Vanuatu.

        Email:
        lgovan@ura.gov.vu



        Website: 
        Not Stated
        ____________________________________________________________________
        Source: 
        10-Dec 15 Direct from Employer

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        5978 Manager

        Santo Travel Centre

        Industry:
        Hospitality, Restaurants, Tourism
        Location: 
        Luganville, Santo, Vanuatu
        Job Hours:
        Full Time
        Due Date
        22-Dec-15




        Job Description:


        To manage the Santo Travel Centre (STC) as a booking and information service for current and intending visitors to the Northern Provinces of Vanuatu on behalf of the Centre’s accredited accommodation and tour operators.

        The Santo Travel Centre (STC) is a Not for Profit organisation founded through a join initiative between the Vanuatu Tourism Office, Department of Tourism and local tourism stakeholder associations.

        STC was established in 2014 to provide local Ni-Vanuatu owned tourism businesses in northern Vanuatu with access to online marketing and bookings facilities while simultaneously assisting destination marketing and the promotion of all northern Vanuatu tourism businesses. 

        Criteria:
        Required Qualifications and Experience
        • Minimum Education Certificate IV at APTC or higher
        • Minimum three years experience in a management capacity within the tourism industry
        • Minimum 5 year sales and reservations experience
        • Working Knowledge of MYOB, Reservation Master and Microsoft Office Suite
        • Ability to communicate fluently in English
        • Ability to lead a team and communicate effectively with external stakeholders.

        Desirables
        • Working knowledge of the French language
        • Experience managing a website, business Facebook page and/or instagram
        Salary:
        100,000VT per month (negotiable).
        Language:
        English, Bislama, French - desirable

              How To Apply:
              Email, Post - All applicants should send their resumes and a cover letter highlighting relevant experiences. You may access the Position job description via this link.
              Contact Person:

              Linda Kalpoi

              Phone:

              (+678) 22515
              Address: PO BOX 209, Port Vila, Vanuatu

              Email:

              lkalpoi@vanuatu.gov.vu


              Website: 
              www.santo.travel
              ____________________________________________________________________
              Source: 
              10-Dec 15 Direct from Employer

              For further information on the above Vanuatu job please see the source or contact the employer

              5977 WASH Senior Officer (Engineer)

              CARE International Vanuatu

              Industry:
              Non Government Organization
              Location: 
              Tanna, Tafea Province, Vanuatu with travels to outer islands
              Due Date
              14-Dec-15




              Job Description:
              Job Reference: CIV1505
              CARE is an international humanitarian and development organisation fighting global poverty, with a vision to which focuses on empowering women and girls to fight poverty and bring lasting change to their communities. We work in over 80 countries around the world. We work with partners to achieve lasting results for marginalized communities.
              We are looking for a WASH Senior Officer (Engineer) to join our team based in Tanna, Tafea Province with travel to outer islands.
              This position is responsible for the technical and logistical management of the desalination activities, jerry can distributions, hygiene promotion, and fuel delivery to the Provincial Disaster Committee (PDC). The successful candidate would ideally have experience organising groups, working with communities, and have an understanding of mechanics and logistics. Experience liaising with hygiene promoters and organising distribution is desired. The Candidate should have good problem solving skills and the ability to ensure that women, children, older people, and people with disabilities participate in and are involved in decision making around WASH issues.

                    Criteria:
                    Required Qualification and Skills
                    • Bachelor degree or diploma in a related field (engineering, natural resource management, etc.)
                    • Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
                    • Demonstrated experience managing logistically intense projects
                    • Experience implementing WASH projects and activities
                    • Experience managing a team of at least three people
                    • Strong ability to plan ahead and organize multiple activities simultaneously
                    • Strong communication skills, including representation, negotiation and demonstrated interpersonal skills
                    • Demonstrated awareness and sensitivity to the particular needs of women in WASH
                    • Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
                    • Ability to work well under pressure and in response to changing needs
                    • Written and oral fluency in English, Bislama, and local languages
                    • Ability to work independently and efficiently
                    • Strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point)
                    • Willingness to be based in Tanna and travel to the outer islands.

                          Salary:

                          In return for your commitment you will benefit from ongoing professional development and a comprehensive benefits package. 

                          Language:

                          Not Stated

                          How To Apply:
                          To find out more about this rewarding opportunity please sent your cover letter and CV in English
                          before 14 December 2015, quoting the reference ‘CIV1509’ as the subject of the email/letter.
                          • Mail:   Port Vila Nelly Daniel Human Resource Coordinator, PO Box 1129 Port Vila Vanuatu
                          Tanna: John Bill Charley Tanna Field Coordinator, CARE office Isangel Tanna
                          Only successful candidates will be contacted for interview.
                          Contact Person:

                          Nelly Daniel|John Bill Charley

                          Phone:

                          Not Stated
                          Address: PO Box 1129 Port Vila Vanuatu

                          Email:

                          Nelly.Daniel@careint.org


                          Website: 
                           Not Stated
                          ______________________________________________________________
                          Source: 
                          10-Dec 15 Direct from Employer

                          For further information on the above Vanuatu job please see the source or contact the employer

                          5976 WASH Officer

                          CARE International Vanuatu

                          Industry:
                          Non Government Organization
                          Location: 
                          Tanna, Tafea Province, Vanuatu with travels to outer islands
                          Due Date
                          14-Dec-15




                          Job Description:
                          Job Reference: CIV1506
                          CARE is an international humanitarian and development organisation fighting global poverty, with a vision to which focuses on empowering women and girls to fight poverty and bring lasting change to their communities. We work in over 80 countries around the world. We work with partners to achieve lasting results for marginalized communities.
                          We are looking for a WASH Officer to join our team based in Tanna, Tafea Province with travel to outer islands.
                          This position is responsible for the technical implementation and operation of the desalination activities as well as assisting with the jerry can distributions and facilitating the fuel delivery to the Provincial Disaster Committee (PDC). The successful candidate would ideally have a background in mechanics and experience organising groups and coordinating with logistics. The candidate should have good problem solving skills and the ability to ensure that women, young people, and people with disabilities participate in and are involved in decision making around WASH issues. 

                                Criteria:
                                Required Qualification and Skills
                                • Bachelor degree or diploma in a related field (engineering, natural resource management, etc.)
                                • Minimum two years of work experience
                                • Technical skills in mechanics and operation of machines is desirable
                                • Strong communication skills and community mobilisation
                                • Demonstrated awareness and sensitivity to the particular needs of women, children, older people, and people with disabilities in WASH
                                • Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
                                • Ability to work well under pressure and in response to changing needs
                                • Written and oral fluency in English and Bislama; Tanna local languages preferred
                                • Ability to work independently and efficiently
                                • Strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point)
                                • Willingness to be based in Tanna with potential travel to other islands if required.

                                      Salary:

                                      In return for your commitment you will benefit from ongoing professional development and a comprehensive benefits package. 

                                      Language:

                                      Not Stated

                                      How To Apply:
                                      To find out more about this rewarding opportunity please sent your cover letter and CV in English
                                      before 14 December 2015, quoting the reference ‘CIV1509’ as the subject of the email/letter.
                                      • Mail:   Port Vila Nelly Daniel Human Resource Coordinator, PO Box 1129 Port Vila Vanuatu
                                      Tanna: John Bill Charley Tanna Field Coordinator, CARE office Isangel Tanna
                                      Only successful candidates will be contacted for interview.
                                      Contact Person:

                                      Nelly Daniel|John Bill Charley

                                      Phone:

                                      Not Stated
                                      Address: PO Box 1129 Port Vila Vanuatu

                                      Email:

                                      Nelly.Daniel@careint.org


                                      Website: 
                                       Not Stated
                                      ______________________________________________________________
                                      Source: 
                                      10-Dec 15 Direct from Employer

                                      For further information on the above Vanuatu job please see the source or contact the employer

                                      5975 Sub-Grants Officer

                                      CARE International Vanuatu

                                      Industry:
                                      Non Government Organization
                                      Location: 
                                      Port Vila, Vanuatu
                                      Due Date
                                      14-Dec-15




                                      Job Description:
                                      Job Reference: CIV1507
                                      CARE is an international humanitarian and development organisation fighting global poverty, with a vision to which focuses on empowering women and girls to fight poverty and bring lasting change to their communities. We work in over 80 countries around the world. We work with partners to achieve lasting results for marginalized communities.
                                      We are looking for a Sub-Grants Officer to join our team based in Port Vila.
                                      This position is responsible for ensuring compliance of all sub-grant related matters as per CARE and donor rules and regulations. The Sub Grants Officer will provide support in reviewing partner financial reports and also conducting financial verification. The Sub-Grants Officer will also extend support to partners as per their capacity needs. The Sub-Grants Officer is responsible for the following areas:
                                      • Financial Management and Compliance
                                      • Partnership Management
                                      • Program Support
                                      • General duties

                                            Criteria:
                                            Required Qualification and Skills
                                            • Bachelor degree in a related field (business administration, finance, law, etc.)
                                            • At least three years’ experience working in finance or contracts-related work. Experience working in an international NGO preferred
                                            • Prior experience and familiarity with US Government (USAID/OFDA) and Australian Government (HPA/ANCP) donor regulations, procedures and requirements
                                            • Experience using accounting systems and software; Sun systems preferred
                                            • Leadership, organising, planning and problem solving skills
                                            • Training and facilitation skills
                                            • Ability to prioritize, problem-solve, and meet agreed deadlines
                                            • Strong computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point).

                                                  Salary:

                                                  In return for your commitment you will benefit from ongoing professional development and a comprehensive benefits package. 

                                                  Language:

                                                  Not Stated

                                                  How To Apply:
                                                  To find out more about this rewarding opportunity please sent your cover letter and CV in English
                                                  before 14 December 2015, quoting the reference ‘CIV1509’ as the subject of the email/letter.
                                                  • Mail:   Port Vila Nelly Daniel Human Resource Coordinator, PO Box 1129 Port Vila Vanuatu
                                                  Tanna: John Bill Charley Tanna Field Coordinator, CARE office Isangel Tanna
                                                  Only successful candidates will be contacted for interview.
                                                  Contact Person:

                                                  Nelly Daniel|John Bill Charley

                                                  Phone:

                                                  Not Stated
                                                  Address: PO Box 1129 Port Vila Vanuatu

                                                  Email:

                                                  Nelly.Daniel@careint.org


                                                  Website: 
                                                   Not Stated
                                                  ______________________________________________________________
                                                  Source: 
                                                  10-Dec 15 Direct from Employer

                                                  For further information on the above Vanuatu job please see the source or contact the employer