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RECRUITMENT OF A PACIFIC E-COMMERCE PROGRAM MANAGEMENT OFFICER
(CONSULTANT)

The Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat (PIFS) is inviting tenders from interested English-speaking applicants for the position of Pacific E-commerce Program Management Officer (Consultant).

The main activities for this assignment include assisting the PIFS E-commerce Unit to deliver its Multi-Annual Work Plan 2024-27, which involves coordination and implementation activities. The Pacific E-commerce Program Management Officer would support the implementation of PIFS e-commerce projects in the region.

This entails, among other things, (1) supporting the development of National E-commerce Strategies and Assessments, (2) supporting the implementation of the activities agreed upon by the Pacific E-commerce Alliance, (3) supporting the implementation of the secondment program for National M&E Officers, (4) managing the eCove Community, (5) implementing the PIFS E-commerce Rules course for Pacific policymakers, (6) implementing the PIFS E-Biz Plus program, which assist the Pacific private sector in transitioning online, (7) implementing the Pacific E-commerce Statistics Development program, and (8) developing financial and activity reporting on the projects under implementation.

We are looking for a consultant with recognised qualifications in Economics, Development Studies, Business Administration or Management and experience in managing development projects. The ideal candidate must be capable of managing the full project lifecycle from design to reporting with expertise in project management methodologies, procurement processes, and financial management. They should be experienced in liaising with donors, international and national development agencies, the public sector, the private sector and NGOs. Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential, along with relevant regional or sector-specific experience. Proficiency in English and the ability to adapt to dynamic project environments are also required.

While this is a consultancy position, the Officer is expected to work full-time and perform duties similar to those of a staff member. The Officer will need to be a team player and actively contribute to the PIFS E-commerce Unit, which operates within the Trade Division under the leadership of the Team Leader – Trade and the Programme Advisor (Trade). Prior experience as a consultant is neither required nor preferred. The Terms of Reference (ToR) for this Consultancy can be downloaded at: www.tenders.net/forumsec.

INFORMATION

Only applicants who meet the following criteria are eligible to take part in tenders issued by the Secretariat:
• Are financially solvent and able to conduct business operations in a professional and successful manner;
• Are not involved in any court proceedings which may affect their ability to conduct business or deliver the services tendered; and
• Do not appear on the World Bank’s listing of ineligible firms.

HOW TO APPLY

Method of Submissions:

Tender applications comprising cover letter, résumé, description of how the applicant meets requirements, referees, copies of academic qualifications and proposed fees are to be submitted in PDF format following the instructions at www.tenders.net/forumsec.
All applicants will need to register at www.tenders.net/forumsec to make a submission.

Deadline for Submissions:

Submissions need to reach the Secretariat by 11.59pm on 07 March 2025 (Fiji time). Late or incomplete tenders will not be considered.

All queries or requests for information must be submitted via the Question-and-Answer Forum on www.tenders.net/forumsec before 5pm on 24 February 2025 (Fiji time).

All queries will be responded to via the Question-and-Answer Forum on www.tenders.net/forumsec before 5pm on 03 February 2025 (Fiji time).

Note:

The Secretariat will not be responsible for non-receipt/non-delivery of the submissions due to any reason whatsoever.

Any complaints regarding the Secretariat’s tender must be directed to the following email: Tender.Complaints@forumsec.org. This email address will forward your complaint to a person that is independent and removed from the tender process. Complaints must be well founded and should not be used as a mechanism for notifying displeasure with the outcome of a tender award.

In the event that further information is required by the Secretariat in relation to the tender for consultancy, the Secretariat reserves the right to seek the required information without the need for calling for resubmission of proposals.