This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to work with SPREP, one of the world’s leading
regional environmental organisations. The Secretariat is seeking a suitably qualified and motivated
person for the role of Pacific Islands Global Ocean Observing System Coordinator. This person will
focus mainly on expanding the PI-GOOS programme by identifying and securing additional funds,
leading strategic programme development, and coordinating and managing the full range of
activities expected of the PIGOOS programme.
Applicants should have a minimum qualification of a Bachelor degree in the field of Science,
including marine and oceanography or related field with at least 5 years relevant experience
specifically in dealing with marine environmental issues, at least 2 of those years working in a
developing country and preferably within the public sector.
The appointment carries a competitive remuneration and benefits package. Remuneration for this
post falls within Band 10 of SPREP’s salary scale and will be in the range of SDR25,597 to SDR38,395.
Currently, the equivalent in Samoan Tala is SAT$101,212 (USD$41,996) to SAT$151,818
(USD$62,995) per annum. Other staff entitlements include a Cost-of-Living Differential Allowance
(COLDA), housing & education allowances, medical benefits, life & personal accident insurance, etc.
Full details of the PIGOOSC’s responsibilities, requirements, remuneration package and lodging an
application can be obtained from the Employment section of our website: www.sprep.org or by
contacting the Personnel Officer on telephone: +685 21929 Ext. 230, Fax: +685 20231, or direct
Email: luanac@sprep.org
Applications should include:
1. A detailed curriculum vitae containing full personal details;
2. A statement to address how each Essential Selection Criteria is met;
3. Names and contact details of at least three professional referees who are prepared to provide
testimonials – prefer the most recent employers and/or supervisors; and,
4. Indication of possible starting date if successful.
All applications to be clearly labeled “Application for Pacific Islands Global Ocean Observing
System Coordinator”. We encourage all interested applicants to send their applications through
email to sprep@sprep.org. Alternatively, please send to: The Director, SPREP, P O Box 240, Apia,
SAMOA.
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