Program Support Officer, Education (Australia Fiji Education Program)

About the role

The Australia Fiji Education Program (AFEP) is an Australian Government initiative working with the Ministry of Education (MoE) to improve quality education delivery for all Fijian children. The Program Support Officer – Education provides support to implement AFEP activities in partnership with the MoE, builds and maintains close working relationships with MoE officers at an operational level and may need to spend time inside the Ministry. The position is based in Suva, Fiji, for 15 months with a possible extension, and is reserved for Fiji nationals only.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Team Leader and technical team in engaging with the MoE so that program activities stay on track and results are maximised
• Work with the technical team and MoE staff to align government and program policies and protocols
• Provide finance, procurement and administration support for activities and events when needed
• Coordinate staff travel logistics (flights, accommodation, advances) and training logistics (venue, scheduling, equipment, catering, allowances)
• Raise purchase orders, follow up tax invoices, manage monthly coach allowances and prepare quote evaluations for procurement
• Coordinate contract administration, risk assessments in the Partner Portal and supplier performance
• Prepare and monitor the Activity Planning Budget, highlighting risks and delays
• Organise program events, workshops and functions, and maintain the program file management system
• Support recruitment, advertising, interviews and onboarding, and carry out ad hoc tasks and Platform-level working group representation

Required profile

• Degree in Finance, Project Management or another relevant field
• At least 3 years' experience in project management
• Experience supporting program activities, administration, record keeping and quality systems
• Administrative experience, preferably with finance or travel support exposure
• Knowledge of Government of Fiji systems and protocol
• Analytical thinking, independent and collaborative work, and flexibility

Required skills

• MS Office (essential)
• Time management and prioritisation

Applications close on 9 November 2026 and must be submitted online with a cover letter and CV.