Project Officer – Transport and Connectivity (Local Agent Group I)
We are
The European Union (EU) is an economic and political partnership between 27 European countries. It plays an important role in international affairs through diplomacy, trade, development aid and working with global organizations. Abroad, the EU is represented through more than 140 diplomatic representations, known also as EU Delegations, which have a similar function to those of an embassy.
The EU Delegation to the Pacific in Suva, Fiji works in close coordination with the Embassies and Consulates of the 27 EU Member States. We are a fully-fledged diplomatic mission and represent the European Union in dealings with the Government of Fiji and of the 12 other Pacific Island Countries, The Section of the EU Delegation called “Regional Partnerships in the Pacific” oversees the EU’s bilateral and regional development assistance benefitting the 13 Pacific Island Countries, the three French Overseas Countries and Territories (OCTs) in the Pacific and (as of 01/09/2026) Papua New Guinea.
We offer
The post of Project Officer (Group 1) is offered in the Delegation’s Regional Partnerships Section, under a fixed-term employment contract of 2 years. For internal candidates holding an indefinite-term contract, alternative contractual arrangements may apply in accordance with institutional policies. The team consists of 50+ people and there are occasional atypical working hours, in the evening/morning, to accommodate online meetings with headquarters and stakeholders based in Europe.
The recruited person will be attributed functions depending on the needs of the Delegation which may evolve over time. The successful candidate will serve under the supervision and responsibility of the Head of Regional Partnerships and a Team Leader, providing analytical, operational and coordination support across a range of regional cooperation priorities, including project and programme management, policy analysis and dialogue, engagement with financial institutions and development partners, communication, and monitoring and evaluation. The portfolio may include infrastructure, transport, digital connectivity and other regional cooperation priorities.
The following main tasks and duties are currently required:
Project and programme management
- Support the identification, formulation, implementation and follow-up of projects and programmes within the Delegation’s portfolio, including infrastructure, transport, digital connectivity, and other regional cooperation actions.
- Contribute to the full project cycle, including planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting and closure, in line with applicable procedures and tools.
- Contribute to financial and contractual management, including contract follow-up, verification of supporting documentation, payment-related checks, and updates in relevant European Commission systems.
- Assist with procurement and grant-related processes, including drafting terms of reference, supporting launch and evaluation processes, and contributing to implementation follow-up.
- Monitor implementation progress, identify risks and delays, and support corrective action where needed.
Monitoring, evaluation and reporting
- Support results monitoring, data collection, reporting and evaluation for actions under the portfolio.
- Contribute to internal and external reporting, including briefing notes, implementation updates, portfolio reviews and contributions to Delegation reports and publications.
- Promote a results-oriented approach, including the tracking of outputs, outcomes, risks, lessons learned and recommendations.
Policy analysis and dialogue
- Monitor and analyse sectoral, economic and policy developments relevant to the Delegation’s portfolio at national and regional levels, including infrastructure, transport, and digital connectivity.
- Contribute to policy dialogue with partner countries and regional organisations, and provide analysis and advice on policy trends, partner priorities, and opportunities for EU engagement.
- Support the identification of strategic opportunities for EU cooperation and investment in line with EU Global Gateway strategy and priorities, partner country needs and regional frameworks.
Coordination with financial institutions, donors and partners
- Develop and maintain working relations with multilateral financial institutions, European financial institutions, international organisations, bilateral donors, implementing partners, governments and other stakeholders relevant to the portfolio.
- Track relevant initiatives, investment pipelines and financing opportunities in line with the Global Gateway priorities, and identify complementarities, coordination opportunities and possible co-financing.
- Participate in donor coordination mechanisms, sector working groups and partner consultations, and report on key outcomes and follow-up points.
Representation and participation
- Assist in representing the EU Delegation in meetings, workshops, technical discussions, regional forums and coordination platforms related to the portfolio.
- Support the preparation of briefing materials, speaking points, meeting reports and follow-up actions.
- Maintain constructive contacts with public authorities, regional organisations, financial institutions, development partners, private sector representatives and other stakeholders.
External communication and visibility
- Contribute to the Delegation’s communication and visibility activities relating to the portfolio, including preparation of briefings, updates, presentations, visibility events and results communication.
- Provide input for communication materials, reports, website content, social media and public information products, and help disseminate lessons learned and good practices.
The base salary will depend on relevant and verified employment experience, typically starting from FJD 7,966 monthly. There is a competitive benefits package, subject to certain conditions, including personal leave days and public holidays, health insurance and a retirement savings plan.
The expected start date will be as soon as possible.
Minimum requirements / eligibility criteria (necessary for the application to be considered)
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Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, business administration, economics, international development, political science, international relations, or a related field;
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Minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience in the public or private sector in project management, aid management, international cooperation, or related fields;
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Working knowledge (C1) of English;
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Excellent computer literacy and command of standard office and digital collaboration tools;
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Right to residence and work in Fiji;
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Medically fit to perform the required duties;
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A clean police record and ability to produce a clearance report when requested.
Assets / selection criteria (basis for awarding points to select the best applicant)
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Higher university degree (Engineer, master’s or above) ) in civil engineering, business administration, economics, political science, international relations, or a related field;
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Experience in infrastructure project management, including transport and digital connectivity.
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Experience working with multilateral financial institutions and international organisations.
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Experience in donor coordination and multi-stakeholder engagement.
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Experience working in the Pacific region or other Small Island Developing States.
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Knowledge of French
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Knowledge of AI tools and technologies
How to apply
The applicant must apply by sending:
- a motivation letter, signed
- a detailed Europass Curriculum Vitæ (to include, at the minimum, exact job titles, employer names and detailed task descriptions) using one of the Europass templates available at:
All documents to the following email address:
And mention in the email subject:
"Ref: 512894 – PROJECT OFFICER TRANSPORT AND CONNECTIVITY + NAME OF APPLICANT"
no later than 4pm Fiji time on Monday 05/10/2026.
Caution: The applicant must verify that he/she fulfils all the conditions. The absence of one of these conditions or documents is a reason for the rejection of the application.
The process
After the deadline for applications, the eligible applications will be admitted to the Selection by the Committee set up for this purpose.
Depending on the number of applications received, successive phases of Selection may include shortlisting of candidates based on assessment of the information provided in the motivation letter and CV; practical testing and interviews. The best candidates will be invited to the final interview.
Only candidates admitted to each successive selection phase will be contacted individually. The Delegation will not supply additional information or discuss the selection procedure. During the selection process, please do not contact the members of the Selection Committee, but address your questions and comments to the Delegation's Administration.
The successful candidate will be subject to a medical check and background check.
Candidates who wish to lodge a complaint regarding the recruitment process may submit a written communication to the functional mailbox to which they sent the initial application. Upon receipt, the Delegation will review the matter and, where appropriate, consult Headquarters before providing a response.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES:
The European Union is committed to an equal opportunities policy for all its employees and applicants for employment. As an employer, the EU is committed to promoting gender equality, preventing discrimination on any grounds and ensuring a zero tolerance approach to any form of harassment. It actively welcomes applications from all qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds. We aim at a service which is truly representative of society, where each staff member feels respected, is able to give their best and can develop their full potential.
If pre-selected, candidates with disabilities are invited to contact the Delegation: eeasjobs-230@eeas.europa.eu in order to accommodate any special needs and provide assistance to ensure equality of opportunities with other candidates.
If a candidate with a disability is selected and recruited, the EEAS is committed to appropriate measures in order to accommodate his or her special needs to the working place or working conditions in accordance with Art 4 of the Decision ADMIN(2025)13 of the Director-General for Resource Management of the European External Action Service on providing reasonable accommodation for local staff with disabilities working in Union Delegations.
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