LSF011 - Communications Officer
Laucala Campus
Position Number: LSF011 - Communications Officer
The Opportunity
The Communications Officer is responsible for supporting the design, delivery, and monitoring of communication and visibility activities for the Centre for Sustainable Futures (CSF). The role ensures effective promotion of CSF’s initiatives, projects, and events through internal and external communication channels. The Communications Officer will assist with media engagement, branding and knowledge dissemination, and stakeholder communications to enhance CSF’s visibility and alignment with USP’s strategic goals and MFAT project outcomes.
The Communications Officer provides operational support to CSF leadership and works collaboratively with the USP Division of Marketing and Communications, staff, students, and external partners. The role requires a proactive approach to information sharing, strong writing and design skills, and the ability to coordinate communication activities across multiple campuses. The incumbent must manage competing priorities, meet tight deadlines, and ensure high-quality, accurate, and culturally appropriate communications.
Scope of the Role
- Communication support: prepare newsletters, press releases, digital content, event briefs, and communication materials for CSF projects and initiatives.
- Visibility and Branding: ensure CSF activities are consistently branded, aligned with USP and MFAT visibility guidelines.
- Media and Public Engagement: liaise with media outlets, service providers, and partners to promote CSF events and outputs.
- Knowledge Dissemination: support the packaging and dissemination of research findings, project roads, and success stories.
- Digital and Social Media: maintain CSF website and social media presence with timely updates, ensuring content is engaging and accessible.
- Event Communications: provide logistical and communication support for CSF workshops, conferences, and outreach events.
The position description can be downloaded by clicking on the link: PD - Communications Officer.pdf
The Person we Seek
To be considered for this position, applicants must have:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Media, Journalism, Public Relations with two years subsequent relevant experience; or
- In exceptional cases and only with the prior endorsement of the Executive Director People and Workforce Strategy and upon approval from the Vice-chancellor and President, a Diploma in PR or media and communications with four (4) years of relevant experience, in technical or administrative fields may be considered; or
- An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
- Familiarity with Pacific regional contexts.
- Must be a citizen of one of the USP member countries
- Experience in donor-funded projects, higher education institutions, or regional/multi campus contexts.
Enquiries and further information: E: myhr@usp.ac.fj T: 3231000
The position is available for a term of three (3) years and may be renewed by mutual agreement.
Salary Range
FJ$47,921.75 to FJ$56,678.10 per annum.
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is: 04 October 2026
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.
