The Organisation
Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances childrenโs rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child but know this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it is girls who are most affected.
Working together with children, young people, supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges girls and vulnerable children face. We support childrenโs rights from birth until they reach adulthood and we enable children to prepare for and respond to crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.
For over 85 years, we have rallied other determined optimists to transform the lives of all children in more than 80 countries.
We wonโt stop until we are all equal.
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
YECA Project Manager
Plan International is a rights-based development and humanitarian organisation working for better lives for all children. We are independent of government and have no political or religious affiliation. Our purpose is to strive for a just world that advances childrenโs rights and equality for girls. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for more than 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries. Plan International began working in the Pacific in 2012 and has offices and staff in Pacific (SI) and PNG, in Bougainville and has an established regional office in Suva, Fiji.
Plan International Solomon Islands is seeking to hire a full time YECA Project Manager who will be responsible for overall project management of activities on a full-time basis to ensure that The Youth Economic and Climate Action Project is implemented in line with planned activities and expected outcomes. The position holder will also work closely with the Partners, to ensure implementation and technical aspects of the activities are carried out. This is a full-time position based in Honiara with minimal field travel. The role reports to Plan International Country Programme Manager โ Solomon Islands.
The Youth Economic and Climate Action Project aims to strengthen and empower local civil society organisations (CSOs) to engage as actors of governance and development by meaningfully supporting youthโs economic empowerment and driving local climate action in the Solomon Islands, with a particular focus on young women.
Through three specific objectives (SO), the action aims to:
1. support youth, including those not in employment, education or training, to strengthen their capacity to enable them to increase their economic empowerment;
2. create sustainable economic opportunities for youth, especially young women, to ensure they are economically resilient and actively engaged in decent work opportunities of their choosing;
3. increase young peopleโs capabilities to collectively promote their voices and ensure active participation in climate action.
Do you have what it takes to be successful in this role?
Technical, Expertise, Skills and Knowledge
Bachelorโs or Masterโs degree in a relevant field (e.g. climate change, environment studies, sustainable development, business, entrepreneurship, international relations). Proven experience in managing projects related to youth empowerment, climate action, or sustainable economic development. Strong knowledge of climate changes issues, youth engagement strategies and sustainable development concepts. Proven experience in project planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation Familiarity with the socio-political context of Solomon Islands is highly desirable Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to coordinate and empower diverse teams Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with result-oriented approach Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders from various background and cultures Experience in working with government institutions, civil society organisation, and local communities Flency in English (Both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of local languages spoken in Solomon Islands is an advantage Proficiency in using project management software and tools is desirable
Location: Honiara
Type of Role: Project Manager - Youth Economic and Climate Action (YECA)
Reports to: Country Programme Manager - Solomon Islands
Grade: D1 (93,611 - 173,841 SBD)
Closing Date: 06th November 2025
Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.
We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.
We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girlsโ rights and inclusion.
Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.
A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International's Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
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