Hiring Infrastructure Project Management Specialist (Long Term Personnel), Solomon Islands Australia Education Partnership, - APAC

About the Solomon Islands Australia Education Partnership

The Solomon Islands-Australia Education Partnership (Edukeson fo iumi) focuses on supporting access to quality basic education, investing in the success of SINU, and providing scholarship and skills opportunities for Solomon Islands leaders and professionals. Building strong Solomon Islands-Australia education relationships at all levels is a priority.

The program - Stronger Education Together (SET) - aims to improve equitable school access and enhance the quality of education. Investing up to AUD 44 million over eight years in basic education in Solomon Islands, the program will support the Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development (MEHRD) to deliver accessible school infrastructure suitable for boys and girls; Solomon Islands National University (SINU) to train effective teachers in modern and inclusive practices; and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) to support, promote and advocate for education for both boys and girls and children with disabilities.

The program provides funding through sector budget support to MEHRD to support infrastructure development in schools and in SINU.

The program is managed under the Australia-Solomon Islands Program Support (ASIPS) Facility by DT Global.

About DT Global Asia Pacific

At DT Global Asia Pacific, we aim to positively impact people’s lives through delivery excellence. As a leading implementing partner across Asia and the Pacific, we co-create locally led solutions in partnership with governments, communities, and stakeholders. We bring together talented teams and deep regional expertise to deliver initiatives that promote inclusive economic growth, essential services, and resilient, secure communities. With over 1,500 staff, experts in 22+ countries and more than 60 years of development experience, we tackle complex community, national and transnational challenges — from governance and justice systems to climate resilience, infrastructure and social equity — with innovative thinking and a commitment to long-term impact.

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The Role

The Infrastructure Project Management Specialist will support MEHRD's Asset Management Division (AMD) in the planning, delivery, and successful completion of school infrastructure projects funded through DFAT's Earmarked Sector Budget Support (ESBS) and other development partner initiatives.

The role will also strengthen AMD's project management, construction supervision, quality assurance, and contract administration capabilities while supporting ongoing improvements to asset and infrastructure management.

Working closely with MEHRD staff, provincial education providers, schools, and development partners, the Specialist will help deliver quality, sustainable infrastructure outcomes across the education sector.

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About You

You should meet the following criteria:

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

1 Essential

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience managing infrastructure or construction projects from planning through to completion, including project scoping, cost estimation, tendering, contract administration, construction supervision, quality assurance, and project close-out.
• Demonstrated knowledge and practical application of the Solomon Islands Building Code and construction quality standards.
• Experience mentoring and building the capability of technical staff in infrastructure and construction project delivery.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Project.

2 Desirable

• Experience developing asset management policies, procedures, and maintenance systems for infrastructure assets.
• Experience delivering infrastructure projects within international development programs, particularly in the Solomon Islands, Melanesia, or the wider Pacific region.
• Experience facilitating training and capacity-building initiatives for infrastructure stakeholders and school management teams.

Why join the Stronger Education Together program?

By joining the Stronger Education Together program, you will be part of an environment where you can collaborate with leading experts from diverse backgrounds, access development programs to achieve your career goals, and be challenged to take a global outlook.

HOW TO APPLY
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Please submit
1) Your CV
2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteria

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Monday 17 August, 11:59pm – Solomon Islands Local Time.
Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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