7209 Construction Support Officer

Live & Learn

Industry: Non-Government Organization Location:  Port Vila, Vanuatu with areas of work including the peri-urban areas of Port Vila on Shefa Province Job Hours:  Short Term - 8 months Due Date: 20-Oct-17

Job Description: Responsible to: Live & Learn Vanuatu Management, WASH Country Project Manager, Technical Advisor - Construction Position Objective: Support and monitor the 2 community based sanitation enterprise construction team in Blacksand and Erakor Half Background Live & Learn will support local community-based enterprises to effectively deliver sustainable sanitation and hygiene services to urban informal communities through development of supportive sanitation markets and enabling environments. A key mechanism for advancement of urban sanitation and innovation will be through empowering local communities and mobilizing multiple changes agents and creating partnerships between these. Environmental health risk to children from flooding and disaster are key demand triggers, and an inclusive approach will ensure women will play a leading role and sanitation facilities are safe and accessible for people with disabilities, the elderly, and children. Criteria: Qualifications/Experience: A tertiary qualification in a relevant field of building design, construction or plumbing At least five years’ experience in constructing or plumbing /sanitation. Experience in project costing, quantity surveying and budgeting Skills/Abilities: Essential: Proficient oral and written communication skills in English and Bislama with some understanding of French is required  Review and assess existing and potential supply chain actors, and demand and size of target market Support the day to day activities of each CBSE construction team, including technical mentoring, logistics and organization of activities Record and update toilet costing and material lists on weekly or monthly Contribute to improving the design of toilet options that the community based sanitation enterprise (CBSE) are using for toilet construction Co-ordinate and communicate activities with LLV WASH staff on daily basis and help support WASH staffs for activities related to the sanitation enterprise Support community-based sanitation enterprise development, in liasing with hardware and suppliers Engage with stakeholders from community level, to supply chain actors, government staff, and other relevant contacts. This includes supporting and coordinating the national sanitation marketing working group with stakeholders from key government departments Commit to developing an excellent working knowledge of climate change, water, sanitation, health & hygiene management issues Provide budgets, reports and acquittals on fieldwork as required by the Live & Learn Good Practice Manual Undertake monitoring and evaluation as required through the project. This includes baseline assessments, regular updates, and collection of feedback for refinement of sanitation marketing models Undertake reporting requirements to WASH Program Manager, Live & Learn Vanuatu management, as well as to donors Any other tasks required by the WASH Project Manager, Technical Advisor – Construction and the Live & Learn Management team. Desired: Workshop facilitation and presentation skills in both formal and non-formal settings Sound cross-cultural, gender-awareness, interpersonal and networking skills Proven ability to write reports, develop budgets and prepare acquittals Excellent organisation and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and lead a team of junior officers, community enterprises, and volunteers, to achieve own objectives and contribute to overall project success Sound knowledge and understanding of climate change and water security management relevant to Vanuatu and Melanesia Proven ability to develop training programs and lesson plans Proven ability and experience in water, sanitation, health and hygiene management Understanding of installation, maintenance, and management of sanitation, health & hygiene infrastructure such as Ventilated Improved Pits (VIP), Compost Toilets, Pour Flush and Flush Toilet Systems Must have a valid driving license. Values: Commitment to consultative and participatory engagement processes with all stakeholders including staff Commitment to environmental conservation; community-based work; sanitation enterprise marketing; health & hygiene; sustainable development; and community development values. Salary: Not Stated Language: Not Stated How To Apply: If interested please submit a cover letter and CV and mail it to: Live & Learn Environmental Education PO Box 1629 Port Vila OR email to: nathalie.kenneth@livelearn.org Application close on the 20th October 2017 before 4.30pm Live & Learn are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to the wellbeing and safety of all children, and employees are required to agree and abide by our Child Protection Policies, our Good Practice Manual, and follow our Code of Conduct. Contact Person: Nathalie Kenneth Phone: Not Stated Address:  Live & Learn Environmental Education, PO Box 1629, Port Vila, Vanuatu Email: nathalie.kenneth@livelearn.org Website:  Not Stated ______________________________________________________________ Source:               12-October-17 Direct from Employer For further information on the above Vanuatu job please see the source or contact the employer directly.

7208 Ni-Vanuatu Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Survey staff (short-term consulting work)

Vanuatu Monitoring, Evaluation & Research (a Development Services team)

Industry: Other Location:  Not Stated Job Hours: Short-term (1 to 2 weeks) contracts throughout the year Due Date: 20-Oct-17

The Vanuatu Monitoring, Evaluation and Research team is seeking Ni-Vanuatu Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Survey staff for short-term consulting work.

Job Description:

Open meeting Friday 20th October: 12 - 1.30pm for recruitment and information.  Contact kmullins@devservices.net or Kylie at 7727356 for more information. The Vanuatu Monitoring, Evaluation and Research team is a Vanuatu team of experienced professionals working on aid and development projects. We conduct  research activities such as: surveys, consultations, focus groups and case studies monitoring and evaluation activities such as reflection workshops, participatory evaluation activities, and interviews logistics for agency evaluation and monitoring missions and  locally staffed evaluations within Vanuatu. VMER are looking for experienced, capable, reliable members to expand our existing team of Ni-Van M+E consultants. Note, this is not a full-time position - as a consultant you will go on the register to be contacted when research opportunities arise, and will be paid at very competitive consultant daily rates. We are interested in consultants located in any of the islands of Vanuatu. Criteria: We’re seeking people with a range of experience to join the team. Selection criteria includes: Essential: Experience in monitoring, or evaluation, or research activities, or survey administration  Committed and professional in your approach to work  Honest and able to manage sums of money for expenses, and collect and record receipts for all expenditure  Reliable  Available to take on short-term contracts between November 2017 and March 2018 (availability to be reviewed every 6 months)  Contactable by phone Mondays to Friday  Willing to sign a Child Protection Code of Conduct, and to provide a Police Clearance certificate  Able to access email at least once per week  Either English or French speaking, and must speak and write Bislama fluently Desirable: Able to travel to other islands as needed Experience in organising transport between communities and meeting schedules  We are also looking to increase our report writing team. If you have experience in writing long documents or reports or assignments in English, please also note this, and provide a sample of your writing  We are also looking for people with experience in infographics and statistical analysis. If you have experience or training in these areas, please detail your experience/training and provide samples.

Salary:

Competitive daily rates

Language:

Bislama, English or French desirable

How To Apply:

People interested in being listed in the VMER register as a short-term consultant should send a CV with contact details of two referees to Kylie Mullins: kmullins@devservices.net. We are also hosting a lunch meeting on Friday 20th October, 12 - 1.30pm, at the Vanuatu Chamber of Commerce building (opposite Shefa Province) for those who would like to learn more.

Contact Person:

Kylie Mullins

Phone:

(+678) 7727356 Address:  Not Stated

Email:

kmullins@devservices.net Website:  www.devservices.net

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Source:               11-October-17 Direct from Employer For further information on the above Vanuatu job please see the source or contact the employer directly.

7207 Purchasing & Operations Manager

Iririki Island Resort & Spa

Industry:

Hotel, Restaurant & Tourism

Location: 

Port Vila, Vanuatu

Job Hours:
This is a full time position to commence immediately. 

Due Date

31-Oct-17

Job Description: Iririki Island Resort & Spa is seeking a suitable candidate to appoint for the following position. The Purchasing & Operations Manager will directly supervise aspects of purchasing and be heavily involved in the overall resort operation and supply logistics.   Key Roles & Responsibilities: Establish relationships with suppliers in order to ensure cost effectiveness Source the most economical route in order to achieve budgeted costs Establish and maintain good and effective storage system Work in conjunction with F&B Cost control to maintain par levels Responsible for maintaining good guest relations within the Resort Oversee F&B Operations in cooperation with the Food & Beverage Manager Expect and react promptly to guests’ requirements and enquires Actively listen and resolve guests’ complaints Oversee and coordinate all arrivals and departures of special guests (VIPs, SAs etc) Formulate budgets and prepare monthly revenue/expense forecasts Maintain customer service/satisfaction standards; handle customer service issues Maintain and operate all computer equipment Supervise, roster, and train Front Office staff & Reservations Staff including security and boat drivers Ensure Daily postings and Direct billings are accurate and timely Ensure the Resorts pricing policies are adhered to Implement yield management principles to ensure the Resorts average room rate and occupancy levels are maintained at the highest possible levels Perform the timely completion of Month End and ad hoc rooms reporting as required by the Resort Owners, General Manager, Sales force or department heads Forecast levels of demand for services and products Keep a constant check on stock levels Conduct research to ascertain the best products and suppliers in terms of best value, delivery schedules and quality Liaise between suppliers, manufacturers, relevant internal departments and customers Build and maintain good relationships with new and existing suppliers Negotiate and agree contracts, monitoring the quality of service provided Process payments and invoices Keep contract files and use them as reference for the future Forecast price trends and their impact on future activities Develop a purchasing strategy Produce reports and statistics using computer software Evaluate bids and make recommendations, based on commercial and technical factors Ensure suppliers are aware of business objectives Train and supervise the work of other members of staff Responsible for the entire Front Office & Reservations process of the Resort. Criteria: Requirements: Experience of at least 4 years in Food & Beverage Management Understanding of overall management of a 4.5-5star hotel operation Have good relationships with suppliers on Efate The ability to adapt to different client needs and to develop and maintain successful working relationships The ability to make important decisions and cope with the pressure of demanding targets and tight deadlines. Salary:

Attractive benefits will be given to the right candidate and applications close 31st October 2017.

Language:

Not Stated

How To Apply: Applications to be made in writing to; Human Resource Officer Iririki Island Resort  PO Box 230 Port Vila Vanuatu Contact Person: Human Resource Officer Phone: Not Stated Address:  PO Box 230, Port Vila, Vanuatu Email: ea@iririki.com Website:  Not Stated ______________________________________________________________ Source:               11-October-17 Direct From Employer For further information on the above Vanuatu job please see the source or contact the employer directly.

7188 Restaurant Staff Wanted

Cafe Vila | Nasama Resort

Industry:  

Hotels, Restaurant & Tourism

Location: 

Pango Road, Port Vila,  Efate, Vanuatu

Job Hours:

Full Time

Due Date

As soon as possible

Job Description: Business is great!  We are so busy that we need more staff to help us: Chef Duty Manager Waiter Bartender  Staff will receive the following benefits: Very attractive salary (we pay above market rate) Bus fare to and from work Duty meals Criteria: Successful candidates will possess the following skills: Two years’ experience in a similar position Able to work in a very busy restaurant with up to 90 people per shift Speak fluent English (French an advantage) Available to work Monday-Sunday & Public Holidays - day and evening shifts Able to work split shifts if necessary Able to follow directions given by the Owner, Managers or colleagues Loyal, Trustworthy Good attention to detail Work as part of a team. Salary: Not Stated Language: English How To Apply: Please deliver resume to Café Vila at Nasama Resort, Pango Road or email info@cafevila.vu or mail to Café Vila, PO Box 1035, Port Vila, Vanuatu Contact Person: Dorah Yiu Hing Phone: Not Stated Address:  Café Vila, PO Box 1035, Port Vila, Vanuatu   Email: info@cafevila.vu Website:  www.nasamaresort.com | https://www.facebook.com/CafeVilaVanuatu/  ______________________________________________________________ Source:               04-October-17 Direct from Employer For further information on the above Vanuatu job please see the source or contact the employer directly.