Kia ora, Nisa Bula Vinaka and warm Pacific greetings,
Te Whāinga | Our Purpose is
Te Hono Tangata - Te Huringa Ora.
Ka hono a Te Tūao Tāwāhi i ngā tūao pūkenga ki ngā whakahaere me ngā hapori i te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa me tua atu, hei tautoko i ngā wawata kua tautuhia ā-rohe, ā, kia tutuki ai te panoni toitū.
Connecting People – Transforming Lives.
Volunteer Service Abroad connects skilled volunteers with organisations and communities in the Pacific and beyond to support locally identified aspirations and achieve sustainable change.
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About the role
This is your opportunity to become a VSA Volunteer to share your experience, skills and knowledge to serve and build capacity in Fiji. Work alongside our local partner organisation to plan and create a brighter future for all.
We are looking for someone with experience in climate related policy and legislation or someone with the right level of transferrable skills, who understands and shares the spirit of volunteering, with a keen interest in building capability in the Pacific (while embracing a new cultural experience). The length of this assignment in Fiji will be 12 months.
VSA will support you by funding and organizing your flights, visas, insurances, accommodation, living allowance and utilities while you are on assignment.
Ngā tino Pūkenga/Wheako – Essential skills/experiences for the role
If you are interested in this opportunity, below are some of the key skills and experiences that we’re looking for.
Our Partner Organisation: The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change
The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change was established by the Fiji Coalition Government in December 2023 with the recognition that that climate change and the preservation of Fiji’s natural environment share many inherent linkages. The Ministry’s mandate and function is legislated under the Environment Management Act 2005 and the Climate Change Act 2021 respectively. The EMA 2005 specific purpose is for the protection of the natural resources and for the control and management of development, waste management and pollution control.
The Ministry’s overall purpose and organisation overview is to become a reliable environment and climate change regulator, a trusted leader providing reliable science-based policy advice; and guide decision making process on environment and climate related matters at national, regional
and international level. Provide reliable stewardship and protection of Fiji’s environment as a prized fortune for all Fijians and their future generations.
The Assignment:
The assignment designated to the Climate and Environment Law Advisor is to provide technical and advisory support both oral and written pertaining to climate and environment related scope of work assigned by the Permanent Secretary and Director Climate Change with oversight.
The position will contribute to the Ministry’s improvement of legislative and policy process through the implementation of the Climate Change Act 2021 and related policy and legislative guidelines aimed to improve efficacy and efficiency of the Ministry’s regulatory processes and practices. The role will support the Director Climate Change in establishing the required mechanism and
instrument for enforcement of CCA upon gazettal and entry into force of parts and sections of CCA.
The Country – Fiji
Fiji includes the other 3 cultural groups called Fijians -Rotuma, Rabi, and Kioa (Rabian and Kioans) were resettled in Fiji after being evacuated from Ocean islands, Tuvalu and Kiribati).
It is a destination attraction for its coral reefs, clear lagoons, and tropical landscapes. Fijian indigenous society is very communal, with great importance attached to the family unit, the village, and the vanua (land). With the introduction of traditions such as Indian and Chinese and significant influences from Europe and Fiji's Pacific neighbours, particularly Tonga and Samoa, these various cultures have come together to create a multicultural national identity for Fiji.
Fiji has several development goals they are focusing on as a country such as lowering youth unemployment rates, reducing poverty, reducing child mortality and gender inequality, increasing environmental sustainability, and improving the health and education status of its citizens.
Me pēhea te tuku tono| How to apply:
Apply for this opportunity through our website.
For more information or if you have any questions on this assignment, email volunteer@vsa.org.nz.
To review the full assignment description please copy and paste the below link into your browser:
For a copy of the Assignment Description, please click the apply button which will direct you to the VSA website. You will be able to download a copy from the advertisement.
Te Whāinga | Our Purpose is
Te Hono Tangata - Te Huringa Ora.
Ka hono a Te Tūao Tāwāhi i ngā tūao pūkenga ki ngā whakahaere me ngā hapori i te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa me tua atu, hei tautoko i ngā wawata kua tautuhia ā-rohe, ā, kia tutuki ai te panoni toitū.
Connecting People – Transforming Lives.
Volunteer Service Abroad connects skilled volunteers with organisations and communities in the Pacific and beyond to support locally identified aspirations and achieve sustainable change.
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About the role
This is your opportunity to become a VSA Volunteer to share your experience, skills and knowledge to serve and build capacity in Fiji. Work alongside our local partner organisation to plan and create a brighter future for all.
We are looking for someone with experience in climate related policy and legislation or someone with the right level of transferrable skills, who understands and shares the spirit of volunteering, with a keen interest in building capability in the Pacific (while embracing a new cultural experience). The length of this assignment in Fiji will be 12 months.
VSA will support you by funding and organizing your flights, visas, insurances, accommodation, living allowance and utilities while you are on assignment.
Ngā tino Pūkenga/Wheako – Essential skills/experiences for the role
If you are interested in this opportunity, below are some of the key skills and experiences that we’re looking for.
- A minimum of five years of full-time work experience in climate change, environment or related fields.
- Strong research and analysis skills
- Experience in developing and delivering training or mentoring
- Strong writing and presentation skills
- Project management skills
Our Partner Organisation: The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change
The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change was established by the Fiji Coalition Government in December 2023 with the recognition that that climate change and the preservation of Fiji’s natural environment share many inherent linkages. The Ministry’s mandate and function is legislated under the Environment Management Act 2005 and the Climate Change Act 2021 respectively. The EMA 2005 specific purpose is for the protection of the natural resources and for the control and management of development, waste management and pollution control.
The Ministry’s overall purpose and organisation overview is to become a reliable environment and climate change regulator, a trusted leader providing reliable science-based policy advice; and guide decision making process on environment and climate related matters at national, regional
and international level. Provide reliable stewardship and protection of Fiji’s environment as a prized fortune for all Fijians and their future generations.
The Assignment:
The assignment designated to the Climate and Environment Law Advisor is to provide technical and advisory support both oral and written pertaining to climate and environment related scope of work assigned by the Permanent Secretary and Director Climate Change with oversight.
The position will contribute to the Ministry’s improvement of legislative and policy process through the implementation of the Climate Change Act 2021 and related policy and legislative guidelines aimed to improve efficacy and efficiency of the Ministry’s regulatory processes and practices. The role will support the Director Climate Change in establishing the required mechanism and
instrument for enforcement of CCA upon gazettal and entry into force of parts and sections of CCA.
The Country – Fiji
Fiji includes the other 3 cultural groups called Fijians -Rotuma, Rabi, and Kioa (Rabian and Kioans) were resettled in Fiji after being evacuated from Ocean islands, Tuvalu and Kiribati).
It is a destination attraction for its coral reefs, clear lagoons, and tropical landscapes. Fijian indigenous society is very communal, with great importance attached to the family unit, the village, and the vanua (land). With the introduction of traditions such as Indian and Chinese and significant influences from Europe and Fiji's Pacific neighbours, particularly Tonga and Samoa, these various cultures have come together to create a multicultural national identity for Fiji.
Fiji has several development goals they are focusing on as a country such as lowering youth unemployment rates, reducing poverty, reducing child mortality and gender inequality, increasing environmental sustainability, and improving the health and education status of its citizens.
Me pēhea te tuku tono| How to apply:
Apply for this opportunity through our website.
For more information or if you have any questions on this assignment, email volunteer@vsa.org.nz.
To review the full assignment description please copy and paste the below link into your browser:
For a copy of the Assignment Description, please click the apply button which will direct you to the VSA website. You will be able to download a copy from the advertisement.
We are looking for a volunteer with:
- Bring your experience and specialist knowledge to Fiji !
- Flights, accommodation and other expenses covered by VSA
VSA covers flights, accommodation, insurance and some expenses. A living allowance is also provided.
Does volunteering with one of the largest and most experienced agency in international development interest you?