Contracts and Procurement Officer
Updated: Sep 21
Vanuatu Australia Infrastructure for Development (VAI4D)
Applications closed Sunday, 20 September 2026
● Exciting opportunity to work in the Procurement Space
● Contract part-time position open to Vanuatu Citizens only
● Based in Port Vila
The Organisation
The Vanuatu Australia Infrastructure for Development (VAI4D) program is a five-year (2024-2029) investment funded by the Government of Australia through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). VAI4D supports the Government of Vanuatu’s Ministry of Infrastructure and Public Utilities (MIPU) to achieve sustainable and well-maintained infrastructure and services for all, through inclusive and effective partnerships. VAI4D continues Australia’s assistance to MIPU/PWD to effectively and efficiently managed Vanuatu’s public roads network while expanding support for strengthening the capacity of MIPU to deliver infrastructure projects in civil aviation, ports and marine, and public buildings.
The Position
The VAI4D Contracts and Procurement Officer will provide quality assurance, technical assistance and guidance to MIPU/PWD in the development of procurement processes and the administration of contracts.
Essential Selection Criteria
►Relevant qualifications in procurement or other related field, ideally with a focus on engineering, transport infrastructure or roads.
► Demonstrated experience supporting procurement on infrastructure roads programs, ideally in the Pacific or similar setting and on a DFAT funded project.
► Demonstrated experience working within public sector agencies in the Pacific or similar settings.
► Demonstrated experience in developing procurement capacity of government agencies and staff, ideally in the Pacific or similar setting.
►Demonstrated commitment and capacity to undertake activities in a participative, culturally sensitive and consultative manner that enables counterparts to actively participate and develop an understanding and ownership.
► Understanding of and commitment to DFAT safeguard issues, specifically child protection, gender mainstreaming and disability inclusion.
► Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and relationship management skills.
Job Description
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Apply Online
Applications for this role must be submitted online using the link below.
Do NOT email your application.
Vanuatu citizens are strongly encouraged to apply
Applications closed Sunday, 20 September 2026
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