Region: Pacific

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Country, (City:) Tuvalu (Funafuti)

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Type: Contract, Full-Time to 31st December 2025 (with possibility of extension, subject to DFAT approval.)

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Role description: 

Island Spirit is seeking a dedicated and compassionate In-Country Lead to help deliver the Falepili Pathway Support Service, a key initiative supporting Tuvaluans migrate to Australia under the Pathway created as part of the Australia-Tuvalu Falepili Union Treaty. The Treaty stream visa offers Tuvaluan nationals the opportunity to live, work, and settle in Australia.  

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Responsible for ensuring the mobility pathway is implemented in line with project expectations within Tuvalu. Build awareness and educate on the mobility pathway and implement and manage the optional in-country visa application assistance program, including the successful delivery of pre departure briefing services. Assist in the design of a suitable rollout plan to promote the mobility pathway in Tuvalu. Provide insights on the best way to create an equitable community reach, as well as providing feedback on the best way to deliver program requirements, whilst staying within budget guidelines. 

 

​Key responsibilities: 

• Establish and maintain effective relationships with community leaders, organisations, and stakeholders in Tuvalu. 

• Develop and implement the program’s in-country strategy, work plan, and budget. 

• Deliver education workshops and seminars regularly to promote awareness of the mobility pathway to the wider community. 

• Deliver education seminars to qualified visa applicants and conduct pre departure briefings. 

• Provide guidance and support to the in-country coordinator and support officer. 

• Monitor and evaluate the program’s activities and outcomes to ensure they align with the program’s objectives. 

• Identify new opportunities and partnerships that can enhance the program’s impact and sustainability. 

• Ensure compliance with program and organisational policies, procedures, and regulations in all in-country service deliverables. 

• Report regularly to the program manager on progress, challenges, and opportunities. 

About you:

You are an energetic, skilled, and ambitious individual seeking your next exciting career challenge. With a deep understanding of Tuvaluan culture and society, you are well-connected within your community and possess the ability to build trust and navigate complex relationships.

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You will thrive in this role if you:

• Are fluent in both Tuvaluan and English, with excellent communication skills. 

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline such as business management, international relations, community development, or marketing. 

• Have at least 5 years of experience in project management, preferably in a corporate or government setting. 

• Demonstrate experience in stakeholder engagement and management, with proven relationships within your country (e.g., churches, NGOs, government, or other groups). 

• Possess strong analytical and strategic thinking skills. 

• Have experience delivering and facilitating community meetings, small events, and briefings. 

• Are responsive and efficient with your time, capable of working autonomously yet thriving as part of a small team. 

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Why choose us?

Island Spirit Australia is a purpose-driven consulting firm specialising in cross-cultural government advisory, private sector development, and inclusive economic growth across the Pacific. We deliver high-impact solutions through a values-based, locally led approach and work closely with governments, development partners, and private enterprises to strengthen community resilience and economic participation.

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With a presence in 12 countries including Australia, the Pacific, and Timor-Leste, Island Spirit helps communities and organisations design practical, culturally aligned programs that generate lasting value.

Our work is guided by the belief that when people are supported to thrive, communities and ecosystems do too. That’s why our motto is: Happy People. Happy Planet.

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Safeguarding:

We’re committed to ensuring that everyone who joins Island Spirit– and the communities and clients we serve – are treated with respect and dignity. That their personal safety is assured and they can work free from threat of harm. 

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We take our obligations to uphold Australian Government standards of probity, safety and ethics seriously. Whether it's ending modern slavery, safeguarding children, promoting diversity or preventing corruption, our focus on governance is comprehensive. 

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All successful candidates will be subject to character and police checks, and must complete training in relevant policy areas prior to commencement.  

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All consultants engaged by Island Spirit Australia must demonstrate a commitment to the prevention of sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse (PSHEA) and the protection of children. Successful applicants will be required to complete criminal history/suitability screening checks, participate in a safeguarding orientation session, and sign the Island Spirit Australia Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct. Island Spirit Australia may seek information from agencies with which consultants have previously had engagement, and specifically discuss any conduct of concern in relation to safeguarding.

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Start Date: 16th of June 2025.

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Our team will review all applications and should your application be successful in progressing to the next stage, we will be in contact to discuss your experience further. 

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If in this instance your application is not successful, we will ensure that you are kept updated on the status of your application as quickly as we can via email.

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Thank you for your interest in this position. We’ll be in touch.