Director of Corporate Services

Your Next Opportunity

Reporting to the Deputy Director-General as part of the Executive Team, you will lead the Corporate Services Division and oversee essential corporate functions supporting FFA's strategic objectives in Honiara, Solomon Islands.

Duties

• Lead, manage, and coordinate the activities of the Corporate Services Division
• Oversee Agency business planning, Annual Work Programme, and Budget
• Provide strategic policy and technical advice to the organisation
• Oversee human resources management, administration, facilities, and contracts
• Support the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Framework

What You’ll Bring to the Team

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, HR, Public Administration, or related field with postgraduate training
• 10+ years of senior executive leadership in public service or corporate operations
• Demonstrated ability to lead diverse corporate functions and drive organisational improvement
• Excellent awareness of fisheries issues and stakeholder protocols across the Pacific region
• Highly developed communication, organisational, and change management capabilities

Benefits on Offer

• Tax-free salary USD $93,239 – $139,858 plus 16.25% Location and 17.5% COLDA allowances
• 7.5% superannuation contribution and six weeks' annual leave per year
• Full medical, dental, optical, and comprehensive insurance coverage for you and dependants
• Substantial accommodation assistance and paid relocation expenses with establishment grant
• 75% education allowance and paid school travel for dependent children

The Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency

The Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) is an intergovernmental organisation of 17 Pacific member nations dedicated to managing, controlling, and developing valuable offshore tuna fisheries. Headquartered in Honiara, FFA's Secretariat includes approximately 85 regional and international staff.

Application Process

To apply for this position, all candidates must submit the following:

• Cover Letter addressed to the Manager, Human Resources and Administration
• Completed Application Form
• Curriculum Vitae

All applications must be submitted via email to [email protected]

Downloadable Resources and Additional Information:

• Download Information Package
• Download Terms of Reference
• Download Application Form

Applications close at 5:00 pm on Monday, 31 August 2026.