5215 General Manager - Funds Management

Vanuatu National Provident Fund (VNPF)

Industry:

Banking and Financial Services

Location:

Port Vila, Vanuatu.

Job Hours:

Not Stated

Due Date:

31-Oct-14

Job Description:

The Vanuatu National Provident Fund (VNPF) is a body established by the the Vanuatu National Provident Fund Act CAP 189 to provide for member contributions to and the payment of members benefits out of the Fund.

Do you have passion for entrepreneurship with excellent skills and abilities to make financial and investment decisions and strategies? The board is seeking for someone with a mindset and desire to contribute to the economic development of the Fund, with strong leadership and excellent financial management skills, sound technical ability to produce investment and business models and

provide value advice to the CEO and Executive Management of VNPF that promotes, protects and maximise the fund's retirement benefits for its members.

The Fund is now seeking to recruit for its Head Office in Port Vila, a senior professional with suitable qualifications and experiences for the position of General Manager, Funds Management. This is a senior executive position reporting directly to the CEO of the Fund.

This is a demanding and technical position and the incumbent will have the responsibility to assist the CEO in developing strategies to advance the institution's vision, mission and objectives to promote all corporate services, head the business operations of the Fund, including but not limited to developing emerging business and investment opportunities through well researched and

developed qualitative and quantitative analytical processes to improve business opportunities and potential avenues for increasing financial returns for the Fund.

Key Outcomes:

- Development of the investment, finance and contribution divisions of the Fund; Provide regular analytical reports to executive management; Strategize, review and approve divisional work plans, programmes and budgets in consultation with the team leaders within the division; Oversee planning and conduct of research, training and development; Undertake financial and investment

analysis and make recommendations on emerging investment market opportunities; Develop and maintain effective business networks, partnerships and contacts with financial professionals, fund managers, investors and entrepreneurs; Provide support towards an effective and efficient team investment analysts;

For a copy of the detail job description of this position, please contact the Human Resources section of the Fund on phone 23808 ext; 1130 or by email to Linges.Jones@vnpf.com.vu

Key Attributes and Requirements:

Criteria:

- Demonstrated excellent financial and investment qualifications and experience;

- Demonstrated skills in staff training and development;

- Have strong negotiation skills with high integrity and proven skills in building relationships;

- Demonstrated project management skills, including planning, scheduling, and problem solving skills;

- Personal drive and inspiration to enhance the role of developing and empowering an effective Fund's division and its functions;

- High level of confidence with understanding of internal and external market activities;

- Appreciation of business control routines and precision to detail;

- Ability to document work and influence others both internally and externally;

- Ability to work and provide effective investment and financial advise;

- High interpersonal & effective communication skills;

- Conversnt with monitoring, assessing and analyzing investment and marketing activities, trends and situations;

- Ability to work under pressure with high standard outputs;

- The desired candidate shoul have a Master's degree or higher from a recognized tertiary Institution preferably in one or more of the following disciplines: Finance, Accounting, Investment, Business

Administration/Commerce, Economics or related disciplines;

- Preferably with more than 5 years practical experience in similar role;

Salary:

An attractive salary commensurate with qualifications, experience and abilities would be negotiated with the successful candidate.

Language:

Not Stated

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How To Apply:

Applications must addressed as follows:

Contact Name:

Mr Santos Vatoko

Phone:

+678 23808

Email:

Linges.Jones@vnpf.com.vu

Address:

Mr Santos Vatoko, General Manager & CEO, VNPF, PO Box 420, Port Vila, Vanuatu.

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5214 GIS Specialist

Vanuatu Meteorological and Geo-hazards Department

Industry:

Government Department

Location:

Port Vila, Vanuatu.

Job Hours:

40 days

Due Date:

10-Oct-14

Job Description:

The Vanuatu Meteorological and Geo-hazard Department (VMGD) and National Diaster Management Office (NDMO) have secured funding from the World Bank for two large-scale national adaptation and disaster risk reduction projects designed to address Vanuatu's immediate climate change adaptation needs and mitigate natural disaster risks.

The main task of the Gis Specialist is to support strengthening capacity of the IRCCNH project components and their respective implementing Agencies (IA) to produce maps supporting projects activities and project developments. The consulatnt will be responsible for providing advice on the framework for collecting, managing and disseminating existing spatial data, also for structuring

and training on geo-referencing of the data; developing the GIS database and standard operation procedures. The consultant will also be responsible for providing short training on geo-referencing of the data; developing the GIS database and standard operation procedures. The consultant will also be responsible for providing short training to designated (to be identified) staff to enable

them to use, maintain and update the database.

The GIS Specialist will be contracted for 40 days, and be based in the VMGD Project Management Unit.

Further information, Terms of Reference and full qualification requirement are available from Connie Sewere at csewere@meteo.gov.vu.

Required Qualifications:

Criteria:

- A post graduate degree in GIS, mapping or related discipline;

- Minimum 10 year experience in information and data management, specifically in spatial database/GIS, preferably in Vanuatu.

- Experience with governmrnt institutions, preferably with the Mapping Unit of the Lands Department;

- Proven ability to mentor and train staff in all aspects of database and goegraphic information systems, and develop multi-sector capacity building planning and implementation programs;

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including demonstrated experience in workshop facilitation planning; and

- Ability to link a multi-platform database with multi agencies;

Salary:

Not Stated

Language:

Not Stated

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How To Apply:

Interested applicant should send their application letter, resume, and name and current contact details of three referees to Connie Sewere via email or mail to 'confidetial' and to the address below.

Contact Name:

Connie Sewere

Phone:

+678 22331

Email:

csewere@meteo.gov.vu

Address:

VMGD, PMB 9054, Port Vila, Vanuatu.

Website:

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5213 Procurement Officer

Vanuatu Meteorological and Geo-hazards Department

Industry:

Government Department

Location:

Port Vila, Vanuatu.

Job Hours:

6 Months.

Due Date:

10-Oct-14

Job Description:

The Vanuatu Meteorological and Geo-hazard Department (VGMD) and National Diaster Management Office (NDMO) have secured funding from the World Bank for two large-scale national adaption and diaster risk reduction projects designed to address Vanuatu's immediate climate change adaptation needs and migtigate natural diaster risks.

The Procurement Officer will work with the PMU/VMGD in the implementation of these two projects with the respective implementing agencies. The Procurement Officer will be contracted to ensure that appropriate, time and cost effective procurement of goods and works, and reporting are made during the course of the projects, and build capacity of the PMU for procurement in

accordance with the Governmet and World Bank Requirements. TheProcurement Officer, acting in accordance with agreed Projects budgets and guide lines will be responsible for the day-to-day actvities relating to all works procurement under IRCCNH and MDRR.

The Procurement Officer will be cotracted for 6 months renewable, and be based in the VMGD Project Management Unit.

Further information, Terms of Reference and full qualification requirement are available from Connie Sewere at csewere@meteo.gov.vu.

Required Qualification:

Criteria:

- University Degree from a recognized institution in a relevant discipline: procurement, commerce, engineering, law, etc.;

- Demonstrated at least three years of experience in adminstration of public procurement in accordance with government procurement policies and procedures; and/or

- Demonstrated at least three years of experience in the procurement of Good, Services and Work in accordance with a development institutions procurement policies and procedures;

- Demonstrable in the competence in the use of information technology, including Word, and Excel, and access to computer resources for the generation and exchange of documents;

- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, to manage multiple deadlines and to pay attention to detail ensuring accuracy in outputs;

- Excellent writing skills, and ability o prepare clear, concise reports and presentations to a broad range of audiences;

- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team to meet deadlines and project objectives;

- Fluent in spoken and written English with Bislama and French an advantage;

Salary:

An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful applicant.

Language:

Bislama, English, French

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How To Apply:

Applicant should send their application letter, resume, written work samples and name and current contact details of three referees to Connie Sewere via email or mail to 'confidential' or address below.

Contact Name:

Connie Sewere

Phone:

+678 22331

Email:

csewere@meteo.gov.vu

Address:

VMGD, PMB 9054, Port Vila, Vanuatu.

Website:

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5211 Branch Manager - Santo Branch

Westpac Bank

Industry:

Banking and Financial Services

Location:

Luganville, Santo, Vanuatu.

Job Hours:

Not Stated

Due Date:

13-Oct-14

Job Description:

The Branch Manager role has the prime responsibility to the position Westpac as the number one financial services business within their local area. This role is responsible for running and growing the business by:

- Management of expense budget

- Leading and coaching a high performing service team to realise our ambition of delighting our customers and earning all of their business

- Developing and delivering on a business plan for their local area

- Build up a position high profile in the local community, actively promoting Westpac and developing strong relationships with key members of the local community to develop a strong referral base.

The person will also be responsible to lead a team of four(4) staff and will report directly to Bank Manager in Port Vila.

Major Accountabilities in the role include:

- Run the local business; Lead and coach the team; Superior Customer Service; Operations Management; Community Partnership.

Key Business Relationship/Interactions:

- External and Internal customers; Branch Team; Local Business and Community partners; Business Banking Manager; Personal Banking Manager.

To be successful in the role, the applicant should display the following competencies:

Criteria:

- Track record in leading a team of specialised sales professionals with successful results

- Experience in consumer & business lending

- Commercial acumen and some experience in running a retail business

- Highly developed influencing skills

- Strategic planning skills

- Personal business development drive to build relationships in the community

- Risk and compliance discipline focus

- Demonstrated passion for delivering customer experience that delights customers, increases referrals and earns all your customers business

- Presentation and networking skills

- Excellent interpersonal skills.

- Banking experience of five (5) years experience including staff leadership or relevant experience in a similar industry.

Salary:

Not Stated

Language:

Not Stated

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How To Apply:

Applications should be submitted (marked confidential) and send to the address provided below.

Contact Name:

The Executive Assistant

Phone:

Not Stated

Email:

Address:

The Executive Assistant, Westpac Banking Corporation, P O Box 32, Port Vila, Vanuatu.

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5210 Executive Chef

Holiday Inn Resort

Industry:

Hotels, Restaurant and Tourism

Location:

Port Vila, Vanuatu.

Job Hours:

Not Stated

Due Date:

03-Oct-14

Job Description:

Holiday Inn Resort Vanuatu continues to look dynamic individuals to join their greeta team! If you would like to be part of this innovative experienced and passionate about delivering great customer service then we want uou!

We are looking for an Executive Chef to lead our Kitchen team and if you think you are passionate, experienced and qualified for this position or have the below criteria, send in your application and CV.

If this sounds like the perfect move for you, apply now! Get in touch and tell us how you could bring your passion and your individual skills to IHG. Holiday Inn Hotels look for genuine people who keep it real and do what they say they will. Come and Join us and Stay real!

Criteria:

- You must have at least 5 years experience in an Executive Chef Position or a similar role in a recognized 4 star international food & Safety hygiene.

- You must be fluent in English and have formal qualifications in international food & safety hygiene.

- you must possess a strong Occupational Health & Safety(OH&S) knowledge and the ability to train and develop strong internal succession program with the kitchen team.

- You should have leadership skills, have exceptional communication, organizational and administrative skills and have proven effective management of a department's budget & forecasting plan.

- You should be able to motivate team members with key leadership skills and hands on approach.

- Must have excellent interpersonel skills combined with execllent verbal and written communication in English.

- You must have knowledge of Operah PMS System and Micros System is a great advantage.

Salary:

In return we will give you a competitive salary benefit package, hotel discounts worldwide and opportunities to grow your career with IHG.

Language:

English

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How To Apply:

If you think you've got what it takes to be part of this dynamic team then please forward your resumes to the address below.

Contact Name:

Thomas Tait

Phone:

Not Stated

Email:

Thomas.tait@ihg.com

Address:

The General Manager, Holiday Inn Resort Vanuatu, PO Box 215, Port Vila, Vanuatu.

Website:

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5209 Administration Officer

Anglican Church of Melanesia

Industry:

Other Business Services

Location:

Luganville, Santo, Vanuatu.

Job Hours:

Not Stated

Due Date:

03-Oct-14

Job Description:

Applications are invited for the position of Administration Officer within the Anglican Church of Melanesia (ACOM) Vanuatu Office, Luganville, Santo.

The main function of the position is to oversee the smooth administration of ACOM office personnel services to ensure effective use of resources within the Office.

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

- Coordinate all travel arrangements - both overseas and local for provincial, diocesan or institutional delegates

- Coordinate labour, immigration and employment applications and renewals for students and church officials including extension of permits etc...

- Coordinate medical and police clearance certificate applications

- Coordinates office services, such as personel, budget, and records management control

- Provide administrative and logistical support to staff and church officials

- Administer and organize church protocol services to bishops and church officials

- Provide adminstrative support to the Deputy General Secretary

- Perform any other duties as directed from time to time by Deputy General Secretary and Heads of Departments.

Requirements:

Criteria:

- Active Anglican communicant, with interest and experience in travel, church protocol labour, immigration and employment procedures;

- Young and energetic and prepared to work extra hours;

- Possess good general education or better etc...

- Successful candidate to start immediately.

Salary:

Remuneration, Allowance and Other Benefits will be governed by the ACOM Salary Structure and the terms and conditions for Church lay employees of the Anglican Church of Melanesia.

Language:

Not Stated

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How To Apply:

Applications with two referees, to be addressed to the addresses provided below.

Contact Name:

The Deputy General Secretary

Phone:

Not Stated

Email:

Address:

The Deputy General Secretary, Anglican Church of Melanesia, P O Box 212, Luganville Santo, Vanuatu

Website:

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5208 General Manager Award Winning Boutique Resort in Vanuatu

Villa 25 in Dream Cove

Industry:

Hotels, Restaurant and Tourism

Location:

Dream Cove, Port Vila, Efate

Job Hours:

Full Time

Due Date:

03-Oct-14

Job Description:

General Manager required for boutique waterfront, luxury accommodation in the exclusive gated community of Dream Cove in Port Vila, Vanuatu.

This is a live in position with accommodation more suited to a single person, 4WD vehicle and two return airfares per annum are all part of the package, work visa and residency permit paid by the company. This position is not suitable for anyone with children.

If you think you have what it takes to meet the above criteria and work and live on a tropical island at a property that has won The World Travel Awards as Vanuatu's Leading Boutique Resort in 2013 and again in 2014 and finalist in Australia’s elite Gold List Awards as Best Overseas Boutique Property, Villa or Lodge send a cover letter with a comprehensive CV to Kris Shepherd -

relax@villa25.vu today.

The kind of person we would like to talk to will be an exceptional General Manager with demonstrable experience in the following: -

Criteria:

• Management in premium lodge or boutique resorts

• Hosting and liaising with guests

• Driving business growth through passion and commitment

• Business and financial acumen

• Sound knowledge of sales and marketing in tourism based businesses

• Must be fluent in English

Salary:

Not Stated

Language:

English

______________________________________________________________

How To Apply:

Email your applications to the address provided below.

Contact Name:

Kris Shepherd

Phone:

(+678) 7764439

Email:

relax@villa25.vu

Address:

Not Stated

Website:

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5207 Driver

World Health Organization

Industry:

Other Business Services

Location:

Port Vila, Vanuatu.

Job Hours:

Not Stated

Due Date:

30-Sep-14

Job Description:

The World Health Organization invites qualified candidates to apply for the position of driver based at its country office in Port Vila. As a member of the Country team, the staff member is expected to perform quality work. The contract that we offer is for 2 years, with a 3-month probationary period, and a competitive sal;ary and benefits package. The driver will work under supervision

of the WHO Liaison Officer.

Summary Duties

1. Drives the official vechicles of the CLO Vanuatu for the transport of authorized personnel and delivery/collection of mails, documents, consignments and other items;

2. Meets official personnel at the airport and facilitates immigration and custom formalities as required;3. 3. Responsible for day-today maintenance and cleanliness of the assigned vehicle, checks oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc. Performs minor repairs and arranges for other repairs;

4. Logs Official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc;

5. Ensures that steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accident;

6. Ensures vehicle insurance, vehicle taxes, etc. Are renewed on time

7. Performs miscellaneous errands as required;

8. Performs duties not directly related to driving activities when required to do so (e.g photo copying, packing materials for despatch, etc)

9. Performs other duties as when required;

Eligibility

Criteria:

- Must possess valid driver's license to drive automobile/minibuses.

- Excellent and up-to-date knowledge of driving and traffic rules and regulations.

- An excellent knowledge of the layout and streets of Port Vila and environs.

- Skills in motor Vehicle mechanics.

- Ability to work harmoniously as a member of a team, adapt to diverse educational and cultural backgrounds, and maintain a high standard of personal conduct.

- He/She should have a good command of English and Bislama. Good command of French is an advantage.

- Completion of primary education.

- Two or three years' experience as a driver with safe driving record.

Salary:

Not Stated

Language:

Bislama, English

______________________________________________________________

How To Apply:

Submit your application in writing with a cover letter and CV addressed to the address provided below.

Contact Name:

Country Liaison Officer

Phone:

(+678) 27683

Email:

Address:

Country Liaison Officer, WHO Country Office, PO Box 177, Port Vila, Vanuatu.

Website:

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