Program Officer, Solomon Islands, Australian Volunteers Program

• Full-time, fixed-term role until 30 June 2027

Join our Honiara Team! AVI is looking for a Program Officer to support the Australian Volunteers Program.

AVI supports the implementation of the Australian Volunteers Program on behalf of the Australian Government. The Australian Volunteers Program supports skilled Australian volunteers to work alongside organisations to sustainably support capacity development of people, organisations and communities in various countries across the Pacific, Asia and Africa.

The Program Officer is responsible for providing high quality and proactive support to the Australian Volunteers Program in Solomon Islands. The Program Officer contributes to a wide range of functions, including supporting Australian volunteers; developing partnerships with a wide range of organizations in Solomon Islands; supporting partner organizations to develop volunteer assignments; and arranging workshops and other program activities.

Position Requirements

• Formal administration qualifications or relevant, equivalent experience, in a similar position/s
• Demonstrated experience supporting international programs, preferably in a development context, including administration, finance and information management.
• Proven people skills, coupled with an empathic approach and the ability to effectively and efficiently respond to a diverse range of people issues
• Excellent organisational and time management skills including the ability to take initiative, be flexible in work practices, set priorities, meet deadlines and achieve objectives.
• A high level of cross-cultural awareness as well as some understanding of the challenges faced when working in an international development context

Application Procedure:

• For a full outline of the position and applicant requirements please see the Position Descriptions on the AVI website https://avi.elmotalent.com.au/careers/careers/job/view/141 and submit a cover letter and a current resume with two referees
• Application Closing date: Thursday, 22 May 2025

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