• Adviser Remuneration Framework (ARF) – D4 (AUD $14,335 to $17,918 per month)
• 12 + 12 month role
• Based in Tarawa, Kiribati

The Director of Engineering Services will be responsible for the overall management of the Ministry of Infrastructure and Sustainable Energy (MISE) engineering departments, which includes civil and construction works, architecture and design, and quality assurance including services related to energy and water and sanitation. The Director will support the delivery and implementation of MISE organisational capacity development plan including the development of local staff capacity. He or she is required to draft cabinet papers, provide strategic planning and spearhead ministerial (and often national) policies.

You will be accountable to, and managed by Secretary of Ministry of Infrastructure and Sustainable Energy

This role is expected to commence in November for a period of 12 months.

Key Objectives:

• Ensure the government is provided with prompt and accurate technical advice/guidance relating to infrastructure development
• Civil construction and other infrastructure projects are reviewed in terms of technical inputs, structural integrity, safety and economic value to Kiribati before, during and after implementation
• Lead the Public Works Division which consists of the Civil Engineering Unit, Water & Sanitation Engineering Unit, Energy Planning Unit, Building & Furnishing Unit, Architectural Unit, and Cost Engineering Unit

Selection Criteria:

• Degree (Master Degree preferred) in Civil Engineering

Skills and Experience:

• At least 10 years of experience as an Infrastructure Civil Engineer overseeing and managing civil infrastructure construction and building construction
• Proven ability to review the design and costing for civil infrastructure, building construction and work closely with stakeholders to make needed adjustments before actual project implementation
• Proven experience within project and complex contract management for Civil Engineering projects, including procurement
• Proven senior level experience in infrastructure engineering for key projects in the Pacific region
• Proven experience in the management and capacity building of civil engineering teams, providing guidance, mentorship and professional development support
• High level analytical skills with the ability to apply sound judgement and negotiate to achieve outcomes

Personal Attributes:

• Highly developed interpersonal skills to build consensus and to work with people of other cultures and stakeholders within the organisation
• Commitment to team work, coaching and mentoring other people
• Ability to cope with cultural isolation including travel to the outer islands and to adapt to new environment
• Patience, tolerance and flexibility
• A preparedness to work with limited resources within a challenging environment

The Benefits:

• Remuneration in line with the ARF – D4 ($14,335 to $17,918)
• Mobility and special location allowances
• Flights, medicals, and insurance
• Pre-departure briefing and in-country orientation
• Ongoing assignment monitoring and support

Scope Global – Engaged in the present to develop the future

Scope Global is a specialist project management company with people as the focus of its program delivery. We have a history of successfully managing projects in the international development and international education sectors.

The Pacific Technical Assistance Mechanism Phase 2 (PACTAM2) is an Australian Government initiative, funded through the Australian aid program and managed by Scope Global. It places highly skilled Advisers with Partner Governments in participating Pacific Island countries to build capacity and to meet identified human resource needs. If you are interested in other PACTAM2 opportunities and would like to receive updates, please register your interest.

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