Location: Honiara

• Director-level leadership opportunity based in the Solomon Islands
• Competitive salary at SDR72,523 equivalent to US$97,237 and with allowances (COLDA and Location) bringing the annual salary toUS$133,660.00 p.a TAX-FREE for citizens of most countries! (subject to exchange rates)
• 3 year, full-time contract position with Pacific Island Forum Fisheries (regional organisation) based in Honiara, Solomon Islands
• A host of additional benefits such as insurance, medical, education and rental allowances!

About the Organisation

The Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) is an intergovernmental organisation working to strengthen national capacity and regional solidarity so Pacific island countries can manage, control, and develop their valuable tuna fisheries now and into the future.

Based in Honiara, Solomon Islands, FFA’s 17 member nations are Australia, Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Nauru, New Zealand, Niue, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu.

Since 1979, FFA has facilitated regional cooperation so that all Pacific countries benefit from the sustainable use of tuna – which currently contributes around USD $1 billion per annum to Pacific
economies through access revenue and contribution to GDP, and is important for many people’s livelihoods in the Pacific.

About the Opportunity

FFA now has a rare opportunity for a Director to head the Fisheries Development division. This appointment is made on a three-year term and may be renewable for a further three years subject to availability of funds, ongoing need for the position and performance.

Reporting to the Director, Fisheries Development, this job has two major purposes:

Reporting to the Director-General through the Deputy Director-General, this is an executive leadership position which exists to-:

• Lead and supervise the work of the Fisheries Development Division in delivering on the FFA Strategic Plan and Annual Work Programme and Budget;
• Provide advice and support to FFA members in the development of their offshore fisheries, including in relation to:
• fishery development planning;
• economic analysis and intelligence;
• market access and trade; and
• investment evaluation and facilitation.
• Provide oversight of the implementation and management of donor funded projects, including from the EU and World Bank, often in collaboration with other Divisions and organisations.
• Provide advice and reports to Executive, the Forum Fisheries Committee and, where appropriate, to other regional and international organisations on tuna fisheries development issues .

About You

To be considered for this position you will have tertiary qualifications in Fisheries, Economics, Resource Management or related field with a minimum of 7 years of senior executive leadership experience at the national level in public service, regional or international organisations, or equivalent private sector with at least 10 years operational experience in fisheries development, economics, investment, commercial fishing operational management or related field.

Experience working in the Pacific region and/or within an Intergovernmental Organisation (IGO) or similar public institutions (University faculties, etc

The proven ability to develop high-level economic policies and provide quality analysis and reporting to a broad range of stakeholders will be key in this role. You will be an innovative and influential leader who can provide high-level strategic direction to the organisation; promote positive change and reform within the region; and advocate for and negotiate effectively with donors, FFC and member delegations.

Please Note: Previous experience living and/or working within a remote or international location will be highly regarded.

About the Benefits

The Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) is offering the successful candidate a competitive salary at SDR72,523 equivalent to US$97,237 and with allowances (Location and COLDA) bringing the annual salary to US$133.660.00 TAX-FREE for citizens of most countries.

An appointment offer is normally made at 85% of the salary grade for the position. Where justified the Director-General has the discretion to appoint at a higher level within the salary grades and ranges.

You will also have superannuation paid at 7.5% into either a nominated fund or as an additional cash supplement. FFA reimburses all reasonable medical, dental, and optical expenses for yourself and dependents. Insurance coverage is also provided for personal accident, life, medical & repatriation.

Education for dependent children will be reimbursed at 75% of tuition fees (Conditions apply). If your dependent child is educated overseas, paid school travel may be available for you or your child to visit each contract year.

Accommodation assistance is also available.

Additionally, relocation expenses will be paid, with an establishment grant paid on arrival in Honiara.  Annual airfares back to your country of domicile will be provided. There is also a retention incentive of 21% of your base salary which will be paid on the completion of your 3 year contract.

On top of all this, you will have access to 6 weeks of annual leave each year.

To be considered for the role interested candidates must submit the following documents-:

1. Cover Letter
2. Completed Application Form and
3. Curriculum Vitae

All applications must be sent via email to recruitment@ffa.int

Applications close 10.30pm Solomon Islands Time, Friday 28 November 2025

Downloadable Resources and Additional Information; Application Form, Remuneration Package, Terms of Reference