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

 




Expired: Field Office Manager (Department of Finance and Administration) Kosrae {closing date: February 22, 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:
Field Office Manager
PL-38/1
$954.69 B/W + $40.00 COLA = $994.69

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 & Administration
Division of Custom and Tax Administration
FSM National Government
Kosrae Field Office

DUTIES (ILLUSTRATION ONLY):

Lead and manage a Field Office of CTA, a division of National Department of Finance and Administration (DOFA); Advise and assist the Assistant Secretary of DOFA on matters related to Customs and tax; Supervise and direct the daily operation of taxpayer services, tax collections, and tax audit programs within the Field Office; Supervise and direct the Customs activities of the Field Office; Assign and schedule Field Office staff to CTA activities; Monitor staff and activities to ensure targets and objectives are met; Set good attendance requirements, monitor attendance, and prepare timesheets; Provide to the Assistance Secretary of CTA, and other authorized Departments and agencies, tax, and Customs information and data; Make decisions at a delegated level on the administration of the Field Office; Make decisions at a delegated level relating to tax and Customs matters; Manage and review the performance of Field Office staff on a regular basis, and provide regular feedback to those staff on their performance; Together with the Assistant Secretary of CTA and the Tax Advisor, review CTA processes, structure, and performance, to improve them where possible; Provide monthly reports to the Assistant Secretary of CTA on the Field Offices performance; Ensure that positions within the Field Office Structure are filled; Request operational Supplies to ensure the smooth running of the Field Office; Ensure that he/she and his/her staff comply with the confidentiality provisions of the Tax Code; Promote and maintain good public relations with taxpayers, imports, and other third parties CTA work with; Provide relevant training to Field Office staff to enable them to perform their duties; Assist with litigation on tax and customs matters; Work cooperatively with the CTA HQ Managers to ensure their program target and objectives are met; Perform other duties assigned by the Assistant Secretary of CTA.

Qualification Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree or major in business administration, accounting, or a business-related field plus the equivalent five (5) years of experience in auditing,

accounting, tax administration, customs, or a related fields.

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



Expired: Budget Analyst IV (FSM Department of Finance & Administration) Pohnpei [closing date: February 22, 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:
Budget Analyst IV                                         2 vacant positions
(Manager, Capitol Projects)
(Manager, Federal Grants & Foreign Grants)
PL-36/1
$862.12 B/W + $40.00 COLA = $902.12

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 and Administration
FSM National Government
Pohnpei, FSM 96941

DUTIES (ILLUSTRATION ONLY):
Reviews, evaluates, and edits budget narrative justification, assuring conformity with the established format and the validity of the expressed need for funds; recommends appropriate action on budget requests; collects and compiles research materials for use as a set of reference on congressional and other hearings; collects information and prepares supporting tables and charts for the apportionment and allotments and related materials prepares by the Division; reconciles and update with accounting records, all allotments prepared and released by the Division; analyzes the relation between budget requests and performance date; assists in representing the Office during Congressional budget hearings on other departments/ agencies budget requests; collect data needed for compilation of the Financial Expenditure Plan for Compact Section required under the terms of the Compact; performs other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field, plus three (3) to four (4) years of relevant work experience.

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




Expired: Travel Support Specialist (FSM Department of Finance and Administration_ Division of Treasury) [closing date: February 20, 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:
Travel Support Specialist
PL-32/1
$706.22 B/W + $40.00 Cola = $746.22B/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 Finance & Administration
Division of National Treasury
Palikir, Pohnpei FM  96941

DUTIES (ILLUSTRATION ONLY):
Assist clients with travel booking and itinerary planning; resolve travel-related issues and provide timely solutions; communicate with clients via phone, email and chat; coordinate with airlines, hotels, and other service requests; manages changes, cancellations, and special requests; stay updated on travel regulations with professionalism; provide expert advice on travel destination and options; ensure high levels of customers satisfaction; and performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Graduate from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or other related fields plus four (4) years of experience in accounting or related fields.

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




Computer Programmer IV (FSM Department of Finance and Administration) Pohnpei [open until filled]

The Government of the Federated States of Micronesian (FSM) seeks well qualified individuals to fill the position of Computer Programmer IV, FSM National Government at the Department of Finance and Administration.

Duties & Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain custom applications for financial reporting and transaction processing; Support integration between legacy systems (e.g., Fund ware) and new platform (e.g., Free Balance FMIS, Revenue Management RMS); Create SQL-based reports and dashboards for budget execution and reconciliation; Collaborate with finance officers to translate operational needs into software solutions; Troubleshoot and resolve system errors, bugs, and performance issues; Document code, workflows, and system configurations for knowledge transfer; Provide training and mentoring to junior staff and state level IT personnel.

Qualification Requirements:
Graduation from a recognized College or University with a degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field plus three (3) years of experience in software development or systems programming; Proficiency in SQL, C#, or Java; familiarity with Crystal Reports, Power BI, BIRT is a plus; Experience working with financial systems or government accounting platforms; Strong problem- solving and communication skills commitment to capacity building and knowledge sharing within FSM.

SALARY:  A Salary range from $23,959 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 Finance & Administration
P.O. Box PS-35 P.O. Box PS-158
Palikir, Pohnpei FM  96941 Palikir, Pohnpei FM  96941
Phone: (691) 320-2618/2642 Phone: (691) 320-2645/2867
Email: personnel@personnel.gov.fm Email: fsmdofa.fm

The Office of Personnel will be accepting application/resume from today August 28, 2025 until filled.
THE FSM AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER




Budget & Economic Advisor (FSM DOFA) – Pohnpei [open until filled]

The Government of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) seeks well qualified individuals to fill the position of Budget & Economic Advisor in the Department of Finance & Administration, FSM National Government, Palikir, Pohnpei FM 96941.

Duties & Responsibilities:
Oversee the review and drafting of updated regulations and procedures manual to support the implementation of the new FMIS; lead the coordination of technical aspects of the updated regulations and procedures at National and State levels, including the coordinating related development partner programs; provide advice and support to Budget management and staff of plan and deliver the Division responsibilities to transition to the new FMIS: assist with review of Project Control Documents to strengthen public project implementation; develop and implement programs to transfer skills and knowledge to government staff to be able to manage Economic Functions; assist with drafting of the Annual Economic and Fiscal Updates; assist with review of Congressional Acts and draft recommendations to the Office of the President; provide general support to the Secretary of Finance & Administration and Assistant Secretary of Budget and Economic Management on economic, fiscal and financial budget implementation; represent DOFA in other Government initiatives relating growth and development of the FSM; performs other duties as assigned by the Secretary, DOFA.

Qualification Requirements:
Graduation from accredited college or university with a Master degree in Economic, Administration, Business and Management or related field plus five (5) years and/or practical experience in private sector or government in Budget.

Salary:
The biweekly salary is $1,538.46, which includes a $40 COLA, depending on the qualifications of the applicant.

To apply:
Send application, resume, credentials, and other supporting documents to the following addresses:

 

Department of Finance & Administration   Office of Personnel, FSM          
P.O. Box PS-158 P.O. Box PS-35
Palikir, Pohnpei FM  96941 Palikir, Pohnpei FM  96941
Phone: (691) 320-2640/5852 Phone: (691) 320-2618/2642
 Email:adurablert7@gmail.com Email: personnel@personnel.gov.fm

The Office of Personnel will be accepting application/resume from December 9, 2024 until filled.

THE FSM AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER