Volunteer with VSA

• Once in a lifetime volunteering opportunity in the Solomon Islands
• Bring your Asset or Property Manager skills to this amazing role
• 12 month assignment - flights and accommodation provided

About Our Partner Organisation
The National Referral Hospital (NRH) provides secondary to tertiary health care services. It has 49 departments, mostly covering direct patient care although some are for corporate services and non-clinical public health services. It admits around 14,000 per year and has a nursing education programme.

What You’ll Do
As a VSA Volunteer, you'll immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the Solomon Islands, aiding and guiding the NRH with the development of systems and procedures for the management of all tangible hospital assets. You will undertake an audit of assets and ensure that systems and processes are in place to manage assets day-to-day as well as life-cycle management and reporting to ensure hospital leadership have full visibility of hospital assets.

Your Skills and Experiences

• A qualification in Business Administration or Logistics, or experience as an Asset Manager, Stock Controller, Inventory Manager etc
• Working knowledge of Asset Management/Inventory management software
• Prior experience of Asset Management audits
• Experience in development and review of Asset Management policies and procedures

Discover the Solomon Islands
Explore the natural beauty and rich cultural heritage of the Solomon Islands, a breathtaking archipelago nestled in the South Pacific. You’ll discover pristine coral reefs teeming with marine life, lush rainforests, exotic birds and cascading waterfalls. Join us and let the welcoming Solomon Islanders leave an unforgettable mark on your soul.

Volunteering with VSA
For over six decades, Volunteer Service Abroad Te Tūao Tāwāhi (VSA) has been leaving a legacy across the Pacific. Through remote, in-country, and local volunteer programs, we empower volunteers to make a difference, fostering friendships that transcend borders.

How to Apply
Seize this incredible opportunity by applying through our website. For further details on this assignment, reach out to volunteer@vsa.org.nz. Applications close 1 August 2024.

We cover most expenses, including flights, visas, insurance, accommodation, living allowance, and utilities during your assignment. Please note that VSA Volunteers must be New Zealand citizens or permanent residents.

We are looking for a volunteer with:

• Full-time 12-month volunteer assignment based in Honiara
• Flights, accommodation and living expenses funded by VSA.
• Bring your asset management skills to the Solomon Islands and change your scene!