Protected Area Network Coordinator (Department of Resource & Development) Pohnpei

The Government of the Federated States of Micronesian (FSM) seeks well qualified individuals to fill the position of Protected Area Network Coordinator, FSM National Government at the Department of Resources and Development.

Duties & Responsibilities:
Manage the process of collecting and reviewing funding requests, working closely with Management Units- during the annual budget cycle, the MCT – during any competitive solicitations’ cycles, the technical committee, and the Secretary (R&D). Serve as Secretariat of the technical committee, including but not limited to setting and organizing and preparing agendas for all technical committee meetings, taking notes and minutes, and keeping all records of technical committee decisions; Collect and house all monitoring and reporting information provided by the state focal points, MCT, and/or other sources related to the implementation of the Protected Areas Network. Assist in formulating additional policies. Any national legislation, or regulations, as necessary, to implement the Protected Areas Network; Prepare Annual PAN reports to be provided to relevant stakeholders; Coordinate national protected area data reviews and updates for the World Database on Protected Areas, working closely with relevant SPREP and the Micronesia Challenge Regional Office personnel; Assist with Facilitating access to national and/or site-based protected area management effectiveness evaluation reports for the Global Database on Protected Area Management Effectiveness (GD-PAME); Assist with identifying and designating other effective area-based conservation measures (OECMs) for FSM and facilitate reporting on these areas to the World Database on OECMs (WD-OECM); Facilitate contributing vetted and approves protected area datasets to the SPREP and for uploading to FSMs national Environment data portal; Support the FSM Micronesia Challenge Focal Points (Assistant Secretary for Marine and State Focal) to compile information, track status, support presentations and other requests for information as required by the FSM; perform other duties.

Qualification Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in biodiversity-related environmental science, natural/environmental sciences, environmental management, resource management or related natural science disciplines plus at least five (5) years of experience in protected areas, biodiversity conservation and other relevant areas, particularly for the Federated States of Micronesia.

Salary:  $769.23 biweekly.

To Apply: Submit application, resume, and other supporting documents to the following addresses:

 Department of Resources and Development (R&D)  Office of Personnel

P.O. Box PS-12                                                          P.O Box PS-35

Palikir, Pohnpei FM 96941                                     Palikir, Pohnpei FM 96941

Email: fsmrd@rd.gov.fm                                        Email:personnel@personnel.gov.fm

Telephone number: 320-5133                               Telephone number: 320-2618/2642

The Office of Personnel will be accepting application/resume from today March 03, 2026 until filled.

THE FSM AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER



Manager, Sea Transportation System Development (FSM of Transportation, Communication & Infrastructure) Pohnpei [closing date: 3/17/2026]

It is the policy of the FSM Government that qualified FSM citizens first priority for employment consideration; with other Micronesia and U.S. citizens utilized in positions for which no qualified FSM citizens are available.

POSITION AND SALARY:
Manager, Sea Transportation System Development
PL-38/1
$954.69B/W + $40.00 COLA = $994.69B/W

This is the minimum rate at step one of the grades. Higher rates may be authorized in cases of hard-to-fill positions where it is appropriate to the qualification of the appointee.

LOCATION:
Department of Transportation, Communication & Infrastructure
FSM National Government
Palikir, Pohnpei FM  96941

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:
Assist in promulgation and implementation of a maritime safety program for the FSM; develops and maintains an FSM vessels registration program; inspects and certifies safety of vessels utilized for sea transportation in the FSM; assists the private shipping operations in the FSM in development of safety procedures for maintenance and operation of the vessels to meet the FSM’s registration program; monitors the applications of established safety standards through appropriated inspections and surveys; conduct inspection and surveys of vessel’s safety equipment and makes recommendation to the Secretary of TC&I for issuance of appropriate certifications; develop innovative programs for the social welfare of the FSM seafarers; performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATON REQUIREMENTS:
Graduation form an accredited College or University with a degree in Naval Architecture, Marine engineering, maritime safety administration or related fields plus five 3 to 5 years of work experiences.

Secure Application Forms From and Return to FSM National Government Personnel Office or send your application to email address personnel@personnel.gov.fm




Collection Officer (FSM Department of Finance and Administration)Pohnpei [closing date: 4/3/2026]

It is the policy of the FSM Government that qualified FSM citizens is given first priority for employment consideration; with other Micronesian and U.S. citizens utilized in positions for which no qualified FSM citizens are available.

POSITION AND SALARY:
Collection Officer
PL-28/1
$609.68 B/W + $40.00 COLA = $649.68 BW

This is the minimum rate at step one of the grade.  Higher rates may be authorized in cases of hard-to-fill positions where it is appropriate to the qualification of the appointee.

LOCATION:
Department of Finance- CTA
FSM National Government
Pohnpei, FSM 96941

DUTIES (ILLUSTRATION ONLY):

The purpose of the role is to manage tax collections efficiently, which involves proactive case management, negotiation, and communication with taxpayers, ensuring timely payments, collaborating with professionals, and facilitating integrated services within CTA. Proactively manage allocated cases for timely completion and target achievement; Provide taxpayers with information to enhance understanding of tax compliance and future obligation; Conduct follow-up activities as needed to ensure compliance; Utilize relationship skills to influence customers’ future compliance behavior; Collaborate with team members to control, checks, and update records; Issue reminder notices to prompt timely tax payment and return filing; negotiate with customers for outstanding tax payment and return filing; Liaise with professionals such as tax agents and accounts during negotiations; recommend payment arrangement within delegated authority levels; Escalate complex and non-compliant cases to higher authority when necessary; Collaborate with Audit and Taxpayer Services  for seamless taxpayer service; Share information to enhance voluntary compliance among taxpayers; Engage actively in ongoing training, development, and performance planning; Contribute to planning own work program; Provide input into team planning; Identify areas for process improvement within the CTA Field Office, Implement best practices, and explore innovative approaches to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness in operations; Meet the obligations as an employee and comply with all policies and practices including the CODE of Conduct; Understand all applicable legislation, regulations, and other technical requirements; Follow and support work practices that are safe and promote personal wellbeing; Complete other tasks, assignment and projects as requested by the Field Office Manager on an ad hoc basis, that are within the incumbent’s capabilities; perform other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in Business, accounting or related field plus two (2) years of work experience and nature of specialist, operational, business support or managerial familiarity required. This experience is in addition to formal education.

Secure Application Forms From and Return to FSM National Government Personnel Office
or send your application, resume, along with other credentials to the below email address:
personnel@personnel.gov.fm



Financial Management Specialist (FSM Department of Finance and Administration) Pohnpei [closing date: 4/3/2026]

It is the policy of the FSM Government that qualified FSM citizen is given first priority for employment consideration; with other Micronesians and U.S. citizens utilized in positions for which no qualified FSM citizens are available.

POSITION AND SALARY:
Financial Management Specialist
PL 32/1
$706.22 B/W + $40 COLA = $746.22B/W

This is the minimum rate at step one of the grades.  Higher rates may be authorized in cases of hard-to-fill positions where it is appropriate to the qualifications of the appointee.

LOCATION:
Department of Finance & Administration
Division of Treasury
FSM National Government
Palikir, Pohnpei 96941

DUTIES (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY):
Responsible in preparing the funds status reports on all CFSM Funded Projects for the FSM State CFSM projects and all other funds that the President/Vice President are the allotees; Ensure that all transaction of all the funds were posted accordingly and that expenditures do not exceed the authorized funding level; maintain manual ledgers for all the CFSM Projects accounts; prepares schedules needed for financial statements upon requests by the Auditors and assists the Auditors with their transition, ledgers and all needed documents during the auditing period in the Division; certifies funds availability of all Federal Programs, General Funds and CFSM funds; and perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Graduation from an accredited college or University with a Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or closely related fields plus three (3) years of work experience in financial management, preferably in Accounting area.

Secure Application Forms From and Return to FSM National Government Personnel Office
or send your application, resume, along with other credentials to the below email address:
personnel@personnel.gov.fm

 




Accounts Payable Specialist (FSM MiCare Health Insurance Plan Office) Pohnpei

It is the policy of the FSM Government that qualified FSM citizens is given first priority for employment consideration; with other Micronesian and U.S. citizens utilized in positions for which no qualified FSM citizens are available.

POSITION AND SALARY:
Accounts Payable Specialist
PL-32/1
$706.22 B/W + $40.00 COLA = $746.22 BW
This is the minimum rate at step one of the grade.  Higher rates may be authorized in cases of hard-to-fill positions where it is appropriate to the qualification of the appointee.

LOCATION:
MiCare Health Insurance Plan Office
FSM National Government
Pohnpei, FSM 96941

DUTIES (ILLUSTRATION ONLY):
Managing accounts payable using accounting software and other programs; Handling accounts payable for separate entities and vendors; medical Claims Payable, Administration Payables; Ensuring bills and payroll for FSM and Manila staff are paid in a timely and Accurate manner while adhering to departmental procedure; Processing due invoices for payments; Comparing purchase orders, process, terms of payment, and other charges; Processing transactions and performing accounting duties such as account maintenance, recording entries, and reconciling books of accounts; Performs processing of on-island and off-island reimbursements and reconciliation of accounts from different on-island clinics and pharmacies; Prepare monthly aging of payables to on-island clinics and pharmacies for the company cash flow program; Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements:
Graduation from a College or University with a Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field plus three (3) to five (5) years of relevant accounts payable or finance experience; Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (spreadsheets, formulas) and Quick Book; High attention to detail to ensure accuracy and prevent fraud; Excellent verbal and written skills for vendor communication.

Secure Application Forms From and Return to FSM National Government Personnel Office
or send your application, resume, along with other credentials to the below email address:
personnel@personnel.gov.fm




Behavioral Health and Wellness Program (BHWP) Finance Manager (FSM Department of Health and Social Affairs) Pohnpei

The Government of the Federated States of Micronesian (FSM) seeks well qualified individuals to fill the position of FSM Behavioral Health and Wellness Program (BHWP) Finance Manager, FSM National Government at the Department of Health and Social Affairs.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Responsible to oversees the financial and administrative aspect of the FSM Behavioral Health and Wellness Program (FSM BHWP); manages the financial fund including of program expenditure report; prepares and submit financial status report to the FSM BHWP Director and the Coordinators; assist and guide the four BHWP field offices with respect to grant management and financial record keeping; coordinate and compile financial documents for budgetary formulation; prepares sub-grant financial status reports for review; coordinate reimbursement and payment request to the FSM National Finance; review and reconciles financial statements and balance sheet; track payroll, manages contracts and financial activities with project consultants; develop, implements and evaluates strategies to direct the agency’s financial management; assist with facilitating year-end audit and positive audit outcome and conduct audit functions on a routine basis; and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting or related field plus five (5) years of experience in financial work, auditing, federal grant management or finance.

Salary:A Salary range up to $21,000 to $26,450per annum depending upon the qualifications of the applicant.

To Apply:Submit resume or application by mail to the following addresses:

Office of Personnel Office of Health & Social Affairs
P.O. Box PS-35 P.O. Box PS-70
Palikir, Pohnpei FM  96941 Palikir, Pohnpei FM  96941
Phone: (691) 320-2618/2642 Phone: (691) 320-2619/2643
Email: personnel@personnel.gov.fm Email: health@fsmhealth.fm

The Office of Personnel will be accepting application/resume from today March 2, 2026 until filled.

THE FSM AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

 




State Opioid Response(SOR) Data Analyst ( FSM Department of Health and Social Affairs) Pohnpei

The Government of the Federated States of Micronesian (FSM) seeks well qualified individuals to fill the position of State Opioid Response(SOR) Data Analyst, FSM National Government at the Department of Health & Social Affairs.

Duties & Responsibilities:
Work closely with National Staff, State SOR Coordinators, and State Data specialists to ensure timely and accurate collection and submission of required data and reports in line with project goals and objectives; Compile and Analyze data to measure program performance, progress, and outcomes for national and state-level reporting requirements; Develop and maintain data management systems and databases to ensure proper documentation, accuracy, and accessibility of program information; Work with the FSM  BHWP Director, Project Coordinator, Program’s Finance and Administrative staff and Project Evaluator to align data reporting with programmatic and fiscal requirements; Assist in preparing quarterly, annual, and ad-hoc reports for submission to FSM BHWP, the Department of Health & Social Affairs, and grantor; Provide technical assistance and training to State SOR Coordinators and data specialists in data collection, entry, reporting procedures, and use of reporting tools; Support program evaluation activities, including data verification, quality assurance, and interpretation of trends and outcomes; Participate in program-related meetings, trainings, and workshops as required; Travel, as necessary, to the States and/or regional SOR meetings; Assist the Project Coordinator in entering program data on SPARS; Perform other duties as assigned by the FSM BHWP Director or SOR Project Coordinator.

Qualification Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems, Data Management, Health Science, Public Health, or a related field, plus five (5) years of experience in data collection, analysis, and management—preferably within a Behavioral Health Program or similar setting. Experience in community development and/or collaborative activities are also required.

Salary: A Salary range from $20,000 to $24,000 per annum depending upon the qualifications of the applicant.

To Apply: Submit resume or application by mail to the following addresses:

Office of Personnel Department of Health & Social Affairs
P.O. Box PS-35 P.O. Box PS-70
Palikir, Pohnpei FM  96941 Palikir, Pohnpei FM  96941
Phone: (691) 320-2618/2642 Phone: (691) 320-2619/2643
Email: personnel@personnel.gov.fm Email: health@fsmhealth.fm

The Office of Personnel will be accepting application/resume from today until filled.

THE FSM AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER



Finance & Administrative Assistant (FSM Department of Transportation, Communications & Infrastructure (DTC&I)) [open until filled]

The Government of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) is seeking well-qualified individuals to fill the position of  for the FSM National Government at the Department of Transportation, Communications & Infrastructure (TC&I). This position will be based in Chuuk and will support the Project Management Unit (PMU) – Project Management Office (PMO).

Duties & Responsibilities:
Responsible for overseeing the financial operation of the Department; Prepare monthly Quarterly and Annual Financial Report; Review monthly progress invoices submitted by contractors/ consultants and ensure complete documentation before submission for approval. Review change orders for contract extension and ensure complete documentation before submission for approval; Assist in the procurement of supplies, materials, equipment etc. for the accounting system for the office; Establish material control procedure; Prepare annual budget for the Fiscal Year in consultation with the management for submission to the Budget Review Committee, after approval by IPIC; Attend BRC and legislative hearings related to budget; Perform other related duties as assigned by the Project Manager and / or IPIC.

Qualification Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited college with a BA Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field and/or five (5) years of experience in Finance related work.

Salary: A Salary range from $23,000 to 25,000 per annum depending upon the qualifications of the applicant.

To Apply: Submit resume or application by mail to the following addresses:

Office of Personnel
P.O. Box PS-35
Palikir, Pohnpei FM  96941
Phone: (691) 320-2618/2642
Email: personnel@personnel.gov.fm

The Office of Personnel will be accepting application/resume from today until filled.

THE FSM AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER



Human Trafficking Investigator I (FSM Department of Justice) Kosrae [closing date:3/19/2026]

It is the policy of the FSM Government that qualified FSM citizens is given first priority for employment consideration; with other Micronesians and U.S. citizens utilized in positions for which no qualified FSM citizens are available.

POSITION AND SALARY:
Human Trafficking Investigator I
PL-26/1
$554.84 + $40.00 Cola = $594.84 B/W

This is the minimum rate at step one of the grade.  Higher rates may be authorized in cases of hard-to-fill positions where it is appropriate to the qualification of the appointee.

LOCATION:
Department of Justice
FSM National Government
Kosrae Field Office

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct criminal case investigations, support National Anti-Human Trafficking Coordinator in providing victims services; provides status updates; collect materials evidence when possible; interview potential witnesses; transport victims/witnesses are aware of trial calendars when to appear; keep files on criminal cases being investigated and till open; maintains criminal case files on those cases that investigational work and court decisions has been rendered and  those cases pending investigation; compiles and files to the Secretary, Department of Justice a Complete comprehensive investigatory report of assignment; observes all circumstantial evidence pertaining to the investigation; and performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIRMENTS:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, law enforcement or other related fields plus three (3) years of work experiences in related field.

Secure Application Forms From and Return to FSM National Government Personnel Office or send your application to email address personnel@personnel.gov.fm




Fisheries Observer Trainer (FSM National Oceanic Resource Management Authority(NORMA)) Pohnpei [closing dat:3/19/2026]

It is the policy of the FSM Government that qualified FSM citizens is given first priority for employment consideration; with other Micronesian and U.S. citizens utilized in positions for which no qualified FSM citizens are available.

POSITION AND SALARY:
Fisheries Observer Trainer
PL-32/1
$609.71 B/W + $40.00 Cola = $649.71B/W

This is the minimum rate at step one of the grade.  Higher rates may be authorized in cases of hard-to-fill positions where it is appropriate to the qualification of the appointee.

LOCATION:
National Oceanic Resource Management Authority (NORMA)
FSM National Government
Palikir, Pohnpei FM  96941

DUTIES &RESPONSIBLITIES:
Oversee and manage the delivery of observer debriefing services for the National Observer program in accordance with the PIRFO standards; provide training, supervision and assessments for all trainer debriefers; assist fisheries observers in assessing their performance and demonstrate how observers can improve all necessary at- sea data collection requirements; when required, be available to assist the National Observer Program including placement of observers, meeting with vessel captains and undertake observer trips on commercial or research vessels; ensure all work practices and training activities are delivered in line with relevant organizational and statutory policies, including health and safety, employment and equality laws; oversee and mange the training of all fisheries observers for the National Observer Program; conduct full observer training and refresher training in collaboration with regional and sub regional organizations such as SPC,FFA,PNAO, and WCPFC; participate in other  regional observer training in accordance with PIRFO standards; participate in fisheries research cruises in the FSM EEZ and on regional cruises; perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Graduated from an accredited College or University with a Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries Science or a related field, with at least 2–3 years of experience as a fisheries observer or in a fisheries-related program.

Secure Application Forms From and Return to FSM National Government Personnel Office or send your application to email address personnel@personnel.gov.fm