Student Engagement Officer
Solomon Islands Campus
The University of the South Pacific (USP) is a premier regional institution uniquely governed by twelve-member countries and dedicated to providing high-quality education and enhancing regionally relevant research opportunities to its diverse student body across the Pacific Islands. USP aims to empower individuals and communities through education, fostering sustainable development and regional cooperation. USP’s leadership in the Pacific, through academic knowledge, policy advice, and resource sharing, continues to play a key role in advancing the region as a whole.
The USP Solomon Islands Campus delivers the University’s strategic objectives locally and supports Solomon Islands, as a USP Member Country, in the social, economic, and cultural development of its students and communities.
The Opportunity
The Student Engagement Officer will work under the guidance of the Hub Coordinator Student Engagement through a shared services model for the delivery of student events and initiatives, contributing to an inclusive and engaging student experience at the Solomon Islands Campus. The Student Officer Engagement works with the Hub Coordinator Student Engagement to deliver a programme of events and initiatives for students at the Solomon Islands Campus that ensures an equitable and positive student experience during their program of study at USP.
Specific Duties
Reporting to the Hub Coordinator Student Engagement, the Student Officer Engagement will work closely with the Campus Management to plan, organize and deliver student engagement activities. The position will ensure that the campus environments are enabling for students and support for welfare needs are available as required. The Student Officer Engagement will also enhance partnership and sponsorship opportunities in each campus.
The Person we Seek
To be considered for this position, applicants must have:
- An undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline or
- a Diploma with 2 years of subsequent work experience.
- Experience in Microsoft Office Suite packages including MS Outlook, MS Word and MS Excel.
- Experience working with students at the tertiary level or equivalent.
Key Competencies
Customer care and services oriented with a positive attitude.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and community engagement skills
- Strong organisation, planning and event management skills.
- Ability to work with minimum supervision.
- Physically and mentally fit.
- Work experience in a tertiary institution in the Pacific region.
Desirable
- Work experience in a tertiary institution in the Pacific region.
Enquiries and further information:
Please contact Ms. Marica Tabualevu, Director Strategic Projects. & Initiatives. E-mail marica.tabualevu@usp.ac.fj for enquiries and/or further information
The position is available for three years renewable.
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Salary Range
- SBD $93,102.50 - $103,596.78 per annum.
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is: 7 December 2025
How to Apply
Click the Apply button to apply for this position online.
The advertisement criteria is available on our University website (www.usp.ac.fj) under Employment Opportunities.
Please include the following documents in your application: Academic Credentials/Transcripts, Cover letter clearly addressing key Selection Criteria and Resume with names of three referees, one of which must be your current or most recent direct work supervisor. Referees will only be contacted if you are selected.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The University of the South Pacific is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and equitable environment that protects the rights of children; nurture, promote and facilitate mutual respect, constructive empowerment and progress amongst its employees, students, stakeholders including visitors, without being hampered by any form of sexual harassment, sexual abuse or sexual exploitation. We reserve the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure a safe environment.
USP is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. USP encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities.
