Meet Our Team

The Pacific Island Development Forum has a dedicated team of  five (5 ) local staff that support the work of the Secretariat.  Based in Suva, Fiji, the Secretariat collaborates with member countries, private & public sectors and Government to advance sustainable development, climate resilience, blue economy initiatives, and regional cooperation across the Pacific.

Though modest in size, our team of five (5) local staff members forms the heart of the Secretariat’s daily operations — supporting programmes, partnerships, administration, communications, and community engagement with professionalism and Pacific warmth.

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Email: arpana.pratap@pidf.int       Mobile: +679 9469433

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Email: secretariat@pidf.int

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Email: natasha.wahid@pidf.int

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Email: laiseana.nasiga@pidf.int

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Email: admin@pidf.int

Vacancies

Finance Officer – Vacancy 09/2026

The PIDF is a multilateral and multi-stakeholder organization focused on a distinctive Pacific model of green growth and blue economies aligned to sustainable development principles. It is a space for catalyzing, mobilizing and mainstreaming action in support of sustainable development through green/blue economy in Pacific Island Countries. We are looking for a suitable candidate to fill the position of Finance Officer. 

This position reports to the Secretary General and is responsible for ensuring sound financial stewardship, regulatory compliance, and efficient administrative support to programmes and operations.

Responsibilities include overseeing financial management, budgeting, reporting and administrative operations, developing annual budgets and periodic financial forecasts, including cash flow projections, preparing month-end and year-end financial statements and reports, assisting in coordinating internal audits and supporting external audit processes, maintaining prudent and effective financial management systems, internal controls and proper maintenance of financial records and supporting procurement, logistics, and asset management processes where required.

Requirements

• At least a University Diploma or Higher in Accounting, Financial Management, Administration or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in finance and administration management.
• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and audit coordination.
• Strong knowledge of accounting systems and financial management software, including MYOB.
• Strong finance/accounting and analytical skills, highly motivated, rational thinker with a pro-active attitude.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

How to Apply:

• For further information or Terms of Reference for Vacancy No. 9/2026, please contact laiseana.nasiga@pidf.int
• Please submit an email application, indicating the position and vacancy number, CV and detailed cover letter to laiseana.nasiga@pidf.int
• All applications will be treated with confidence, and only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Closing Date: November 15, 2026

 

– PIDF is an equal opportunity employer –