Human Resources Specialist

Program Background

About the Solomon Islands Australia Partnership for Health

The Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) is committed to delivering quality healthcare services to the people of Solomon Islands. A robust, efficient, and strategic Human Resources (HR) function is critical to achieving this mission, ensuring the right health workforce is in the right place with the right skills.

Currently, the MHMS needs to finalise the HR Strategy, develop a staff database, update staff records and develop a training plan. This Short-Term Assignment (STA) aims to provide dedicated, expert capacity to address these immediate priorities, strengthen systems, and build the HR team's internal capacity to ensure sustainable improvements.

About DT Global Asia Pacific

At DT Global Asia Pacific, we aim to positively impact people's lives through delivery excellence. As a leading implementing partner across Asia and the Pacific, we co-create locally led solutions in partnership with governments, communities, and stakeholders. We bring together talented teams and deep regional expertise to deliver initiatives that promote inclusive economic growth, essential services, and resilient, secure communities. With over 1,500 staff, experts in 22+ countries and more than 60 years of development experience, we tackle complex community, national and transnational challenges — from governance and justice systems to climate resilience, infrastructure and social equity — with innovative thinking and a commitment to long-term impact.

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The Role

The primary objective is to provide high-level technical assistance to the MHMS HR Section to enhance its operational effectiveness, compliance, and strategic contribution to the health sector. This will be achieved by delivering specific, measurable outputs that address critical gaps
 

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About You

You should meet the following requirements:

Qualifications and Experience

· Education: Advanced degree in Human Resources Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field. A Bachelor's degree with extensive additional experience may be accepted.

Experience:

· Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in human resources management.

· Proven experience working within or closely with government ministries, preferably in the health or public sector.

· Demonstrated expertise in HR policy development, review, and implementation.

· Strong practical experience in recruitment, staff records management, and HR administration.

· Experience in capacity building and mentoring national staff.

Skills and Competencies:

· In-depth knowledge of the Public Service Commission rules and labour laws.

· Excellent analytical, writing, and presentation skills.

· High proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

· Strong interpersonal and facilitation skills.

· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and under pressure.

· Discretion and a high level of integrity in handling confidential information.

As required for all Short-Term Personnel (STP) roles, the successful candidate must have a Solomon Islands Inland Revenue TIN number Certificate and candidate must be able to maintain insurance cover, including but not limited to public liability, professional indemnity, property insurance, and worker's compensation or workplace personal accident and illness

Remuneration

Commensurate to the technical knowledge and years of relevant experience and in accordance with the DT Global and ASIPS remuneration framework
HOW TO APPLY
 

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Applicants must provide details of any circumstances or relationships that constitute, or may constitute, a conflict or potential conflict of interest regarding this application, or any obligations under any formal agreement with the Australia Solomon Islands Program Support Facility, DT Global, or the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. 

Please submit
1) Your CV
2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteria

  
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Sunday 1 March 2026, 11:59 pm (Solomon Islands Standard Local Time)

Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.  Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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