Region: Pacific

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Country, (City:) Tuvalu (Funafuti)

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

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Role description: 

Responsible for providing administrative support to the in-country Program Lead and coordinator to ensure the smooth delivery of support services.

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​Key responsibilities: 

• Provide administrative, logistical, and operational support to the in-country team. 

• Ensure the effective and efficient management of program resources, including project assets, supplies, and equipment. 

• Assist in coordinating and implementing project activities, events, and meetings. 

• Support the preparation of financial and administrative reports, including budget tracking, expense reports, and purchase orders. 

• Support the procurement and logistics processes, including vendor selection, negotiation, and contracting. 

• Provide interpretation and translation services as needed. 

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and files.  

• Other ad-hoc duties as required. 

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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:

• Fluent in Tuvaluan and English, with strong interpersonal and communication skills. 

• At least 3 years of experience in administrative, procurement or logistical support 

• Strong organisational, coordination, and administrative skills 

• Responsive and efficient with your time 

• Strong attention to detail 

• Excellent communication skills, along with great time management and problem-solving 

• Can work independently and proactively, while actively contributing to a team. 

• Bring a solutions-focused mindset and a strong sense of personal responsibility to your work. 

 

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.