Business Development and Governance Specialist

We’re looking for a Business Development and Governance Specialist who can live and volunteer for 12 months in Vanuatu. 

• This assignment seeks to establish Governance, Administrative and Financial systems, develop strategic and business planning frameworks, strengthen partnerships, compliance, and external relations, and develop monitoring, evaluation and continuous improvement of framework 
• To be considered for this role, you’ll need a Tertiary qualifications in Business, Accounting or Management, preferably a post-graduate level in business administration and international development or Agribusiness, experiences in Small Business Enterprise or Cooperatives, governance and project or organizational development, with specific strengthen in financial management, budgeting and operational skills, and understanding of local language and culture or willing to learn is essential 
• You will be working alongside with the staff of the Department of Livestock in Port Vila and with the Taraila Farm team 

About the Partner Organisation 

The Department of Livestock, under the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Forestry and Biosecurity (MALFB), is the lead government agency responsible for the sustainable development of Vanuatu’s livestock sector. To enhance national food security and economic resilience, the Department is prioritizing the professionalization of poultry farming through modern agribusiness practices and community-led growth

The Department works in close partnership with emerging private sector leaders like Tariala Farm, a newly established agribusiness dedicated to inclusive and viable poultry farming systems. By supporting the establishment of robust business foundations within these lead farms, the Department aims to create a blueprint for commercial poultry success that can be replicated by farmers nationwide. As a start-up agribusiness, Tariala Farm serves as a critical pilot for the Department’s vision of a modernised poultry industry. Because local expertise in specialized poultry agribusiness management is currently limited, the volunteer will lead the establishment of essential foundations—including governance structures, financial management systems, and operational policies.

About the Australian Volunteers Program  

The Australian Volunteers Program is an Australian government-funded initiative. We support partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to achieve locally led change.  

Volunteers are supported throughout their volunteer journey. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities to volunteer and aim to make the program as accessible and inclusive as possible. If you have accessibility requirements, please contact us to discuss how we can support you to volunteer with us - inclusion@australianvolunteers.com. Learn more about our commitment to inclusion.