This role is for local applicants only
Program Overview
The Vanuatu Australia Health Partnership (VAHP) represents a 15-year bilateral investment from the Australian Government to support Vanuatu’s Ministry of Health (MoH) to deliver the health components of the National Sustainable Development Plan 2016–2030. VAHP has 4 focus areas – Health Governance, Public Health Priorities, Provincial Health Services and Inclusive Workforce. This role will support the Public Health and Provincial Focus areas.
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Position Overview
The Provincial Finance and Audit Officer will play a key role in strengthening financial management and health financing systems at the provincial level to support the effective utilisation of Australian funds through the Direct Financing Arrangement (DFA). This position will work closely with the Ministry of Health to ensure that DFA funds are managed in alignment with Vanuatu Government procurement and financial regulations while maintaining transparency and accountability to DFAT. The role will focus on capacity-building initiatives, improving financial oversight mechanisms, and enhancing the integration of DFA funds into government systems to strengthen public financial management (PFM) within the health sector. Additionally, the officer will support provincial health teams in budget planning, expenditure tracking, and financial reporting, ensuring that funding allocations are aligned with provincial health priorities and used efficiently.
Objectives of Roles
The role is responsible for:
- Strengthening Health Finance Systems
- Ensuring Compliance with Financial Regulations
- Financial Oversight and Reporting
- Capacity Building and Technical Support
- Risk Management and Accountability
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About You
Selection criteria:
- Appropriate Pacific-level qualifications in accounting and managing funds through Government of Vanuatu systems
- A tertiary degree in financial management and/or accounting is desirable, but relevant experience will be taken into account
- 5-10 years’ experience in accounting, preferably within government systems
- Proven management, organisational, and communication skills
- Strong spoken and written English and Bislama skills
- Strong financial management and reporting skills, with specific knowledge of financial management practices within the Vanuatu Government
- Experience with financial reporting and Vanuatu Government financial management information system (SmartStream) is highly desirable
DT Global is committed to child protection and safeguarding the welfare of children in the delivery of our international development programs. We are committed to Safety and the Prevention of Sexual Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), and bribery prevention. DT Global is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage women, men, people with diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities to apply. This program is funded by the Australian Government and Managed by DT Global.
How to Apply:
HOW TO APPLY
Please click the link to apply: https://tinyurl.com/4ej3c35a
Please submit
1) Your CV
2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteria
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Sunday, 23 February 2025, 11:59pm AEST
Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. All applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
