The Government of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) is seeking a highly qualified individual to fill in the position of Project Coordinator for Phase II of the Building Safety and Resilience in the Pacific (BSRP II) project at the Department of Environment, Climate Change, and Emergency Management (DECEM) within the FSM National Government in Palikir, Pohnpei, FM 96941.

INRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND:
BSRP II is a component of the EU Intra-ACP Natural Disaster Reduction (NDRR) Programme funded under the 11th European Development Fund (EDF. BSRP II operates in 14 Pacific Island Countries and in Timor-Leste. The EUR 14 million project started in September 2022 with implementation scheduled to end in October 2026.
The project has a number of regional and national activities arranged around four expected outputs:
I.) Increased availability of reliable disaster and climate risk data, information and knowledge;
II.) Enhanced integration of risk-informed regulations, planning and financing;
III.) Strengthened capabilities, collaboration and coordination for risk reduction, response and recovery;
IV.)Increased risk awareness and risk reduction actions with sub-national, community and local stakeholders.

PROJECT GOVERNANCE:
BSRP II is managed and administered by a Project Management Unit (PMU) based at SPC in Suva. The PMU consists of a Project Manager, two Project Implementation Officers, a Finance Officer, Project Administrator and a Communications Officer. A Project Steering Group (PSG) has been established to provide project over-sight at the regional level. National Project Steering Committees (NPSC) has been established in all participating countries. The project partners with, and operates through, National Disaster Management or FSM-Department of Environment, Climate Change and Emergency (FSM-DECEM) at the national level.
BSRP II IN FSM:
With a country allocation of EUR 505,000 FSM has identified seven national activities under five Key Result Areas (KRAs) to be implemented under the project.

• KRA 1: Risk-informed planning and budgeting
  • 1.1 Facilitate printing and socialization of FSM National and State Disaster Management Plans and Standard Operating Procedures.
• KRA 2: EOCs, evacuation centers and/or pre-positioned supply facilities
  • 2.1 Procure furniture and equipment for renovated Chuuk EOC
  • 2.1 Backup power supplies for Chuuk and Kosrae EOC
• KRA 3: Emergency communications strengthened and safeguarded
  • 3.1 Upgrade/repair of Yap AM radio station system
• KRA 4: Communications
  • 4.1 Communications, engagement, awareness and visibility
• KRA 5: Coordination of project activities
  • 5.1 Country Coordinator
  • 5.2 National Project Steering Committee

REPORTING LINES:
The BSRP II Project Coordinator – FSM will report to the Assistant Secretary for Emergency Management and the BSRP II Project Implementation Officer responsible for FSM.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Serve as coordinator and technical focal poi t for FSM activities under BSRP II;
2. Liaise with the Assistant Secretary for Emergency Management members of the NPSC and relevant in-country stakeholders to provide detailed inputs to the PMU for activity planning and budgeting;
3. Preparing procurement documentation and technical specifications to progress endorsed project activities;
4. Source potential vendors and consultants in country and maintain regular contact with those selected to ensure timely delivery of goods r services;
5. Serve as secretariat to the NPSC;
6. Provide regular email updates to Assistant Secretary for Emergency Management and the PMU on progress and challenges with implementation and timely identification of solutions;
7. Ensure that all essential paperwork and information is shared with the PMU to enable procurement processes, acquittals and payments;
8. In consultation with Assistant Secretary for Emergency Management, PMU and relevant stakeholders prepare annual project workplans to be endorsed by the NPSC;
9. Prepare monthly progress reports aligned to the annual project workplan;
10. Keер a timesheet of days worked and activities undertaken and submit monthly invoices;
11. Establish and maintain a record of all financial transactions pertaining to project activities;
12. Maintain records of all project related activates and consultations;
13. Provide inputs to Activity Reports to aid monitoring and evaluation of project activities;
14. Provide inputs to PMU and Deputy Secretary for Emergency Management quarterly and annual reporting requirements;
15. Liaise with in-country stakeholders with key interests in, or roles relevant to, the BSRP II Project i.e. similar projects and organization: that work in the CCA/DRM space;
16. Support Assistant Secretary for Emergency Management and PMU with project awareness activities and initiatives;
17. Additional tasks that may be identified by the Assistant Secretary for Emergency Management or PMU that contributes directly to the successful implementation of BSRP II activities in FSM.

QUALIFICATION REQURIEMENTS:

• A university degree or equivalent in disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation, environment or a related field. Additional qualifications in Project Management or Business Administration will be an advantage;
• At least 5 years of project coordinator experience in implementing interdisciplinary development projects at National and Sub-National levels, preferably with a focus on Disaster Risk Management and/or Climate Change Adaptation. Experience with EU funded projects along with recruiting and managing Technical Assistants will be an advantage;
• Familiarity with government regulations and permitting processes for building construction in the FSM;
• Experience in project administration and ranging procurement processes. Experience in managing construction contracts will be an advantage;
• Good written and spoken English and ability to effectively communicate in with stakeholders;
• Ability to manage project budgets and meet project deadlines;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in culturally diverse environments;
• Ability to use Microsoft Office software aid teleconferencing software such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom
• Ability to travel to remote project locations by sea or air in challenging travel conditions

SALARY, BEDEFIT&TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

The BSRP II Project Coordinator – FSM will be contracted to the Department of Environment, Climate Change and Emergency Management (DECEM). The salary range for this position is between USD 21,120-26,400 per annum depending on qualifications, experience and skills. A monthly telecommunications budget of USD 30 will also be provided to the successful applicant for the duration of the contract. The DECEM Daily Sustenance Allowance will be utilized for all official travel within the FSM.
Contact Duration:
The contract will commence upon signing by both parties, the contract duration is for 12 months. The contract may be extended subject to availability of project funds.
TO APPLY:
 Send application, resume, credentials, and other supporting documents to the following addresses:

Department of Environment, Climate Change             Office of FSM Personnel
& Emergency Management (DECEM)                              P.O.Box PS-35                                   

P.O. Box PS-69                                                                                 Palikir, Phone FM 96941

Palikir, Phone FM  96941                                                              Phone: (691) 320-2618/2642

Phone: (691) 320-8815                                                                 Email: personnel@personnel.gov.fm

Email: laylanny.phillip@decem.gov.fm & tanyakeller04@gmail.com

The Office of Personnel will be accepting application/resume from March 28, 2025 until filled.

THE FSM AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER