Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade of New Zealand

Bina Region Arrangements for Governance (BRAG) Coordinator - Solomon Islands

Last update: Jun 27, 2025 Last update: Jun 27, 2025

Details

Location:New Zealand
New Zealand
Category:Consulting services
Status:Awarded
Sectors:Fisheries & Aquaculture, Project Management
Languages:English
Contracting authority type:Consulting organization
Eligibility:Individual
Budget:N/A
Date posted: Feb 12, 2025

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Description

RFx ID : 31054380
Tender Name : Bina Region Arrangements for Governance (BRAG) Coordinator - Solomon Islands
Reference # : WPG-0104881
Open Date : Wednesday, 12 February 2025 1:30 PM (Pacific/Auckland UTC+13:00)
Wednesday, 12 February 2025 2:30 AM (Asia/Nicosia UTC+02:00)
Close Date  : Tuesday, 4 March 2025 5:00 PM (Pacific/Auckland UTC+13:00)
Tuesday, 4 March 2025 6:00 AM (Asia/Nicosia UTC+02:00)
Department/Business Unit : Crown Funding
Tender Type : Registration of Interest (ROI)
Tender Coverage : Sole Agency  [?]
Categories :
  • 70000000 - Farming and Fishing and Forestry and Wildlife Contracting Services
  • 77000000 - Environmental Services
  • 80000000 - Management and Business Professionals and Administrative Services
  • 81000000 - Engineering and Research and Technology Based Services
  • 83000000 - Public Utilities and Public Sector Related Services
  • 93000000 - Politics and Civic Affairs Services
  • 95000000 - Land and Buildings and Structures and Thoroughfares
Regions:
  • International
Required Pre-qualifications : None
Contact : Jessica McKinnon
jessica.mckinnon@hudson.com
Alternate Physical Delivery Address  : jessica.mckinnon@hudson.com
Alternate Physical Fax Number  :  
 
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Overview

The New Zealand Government, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT), is partnering with the Solomon Islands Government (SIG) to support the establishment of the Bina Harbour Tuna Processing Plant (BHTPP). As part of this, the MFAT and the Solomon Islands Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (MFMR) are seeking a Bina Region Arrangements for Governance (BRAG) Coordinator to lead and coordinate the work to establish area governance arrangements to ensure equitable benefits to communities and individuals who will host the project on their customary lands, seas, and waters.

This role will sit in the BRAG unit of the Bina Harbour Project Office (BHPO) and be contracted directly to MFAT. This role will manage staff and consultants of the BRAG Unit.

This role is ideal for a strong Project Coordinator with experience in land governance and community engagement. If you have a deep understanding of local arrangements, cultural awareness, and a proactive approach to project delivery, we encourage you to apply. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a significant development initiative that will have a lasting impact on the livelihoods of Solomon Islanders. The initial assignment will be for a maximum of 480 days over 24 months. The role is based full-time in Honiara with travel to Malaita Province. The contract will commence in April 2025.

Closing date for applications: 5:00pm (NZ Time) on Tuesday 4th March 2025.
For some of the key functions and qualifications required for this role, please see: https://www.seek.co.nz/job/81974514?ref=search-standalone&type=standard&origin=jobTitle#sol=b589ac05bf531309554787feb1dddb9

Hudson Global Resources has been engaged to manage this procurement process. If you would like to discuss the contract terms or have any queries about the package details, please reach out for more information. For all correspondence, requests, or to obtain a copy of the full Role Description, please contact:

Jessica McKinnon | Account Manager
Phone: +64 27 277 4865
Email: jessica.mckinnon@hudson.com

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About the Funding Agency

NZAID - New Zealand Aid Programme delivers New Zealand’s official support for developing countries. 

The purpose of New Zealand’s aid is to develop shared prosperity and stability in the Pacific and beyond, drawing on the best of New Zealand’s knowledge and skills. We support sustainable development in developing countries to reduce poverty and contribute to a more secure, equitable and prosperous world. 

MFAT staff in Wellington and at posts are responsible for managing the New Zealand Aid Programme, working with a wide range of partners.

 

About the Sectors

Fisheries & Aquaculture

Encompasses the harvesting, farming, and management of fish and other aquatic organisms for commercial, subsistence, or conservation purposes.


Key areas:
  • Capture fisheries and fishing activities
  • Aquaculture and aquatic farming systems
  • Sustainable management of aquatic resources

Project Management

Focuses on planning, coordinating, and delivering projects effectively within defined scope, timelines, and budgets while managing resources and stakeholders.


Key areas:
  • Project planning and implementation management
  • Coordination of teams, partners, and country operations
  • Monitoring progress against scope, time, and budget
  • Project leadership and delivery oversight