Pacific Sub-Regional Office

JOB ADVERTISEMENT

CLOSING DATE: Saturday,20th June 2026         

Background:

The Ministry of National Planning and Development Coordination, in collaboration with the Solomon Islands National Statistics Office (SINSO) is leading the review of the current National Population Policy and the development of the successor policy for 2027 - 2037. This review is a direct response to the 2019 National Population and Housing Census, which indicates that the Solomon Islands' population will continue to grow for several decades. For development planning to be effective at both national and provincial levels, this growth must be integrated into all planning activities. The NPP 2027–2037 aims to harmonize population dynamics with economic and social development to ensure an improved quality of life for all Solomon Islanders. 

The overarching goal of the National Population Policy is to harmonize population dynamics with sustainable development to ensure an improved quality of life for Solomon Islanders, now and into the future. As an integrated framework, the NPP incorporates strategies from the Solomon Islands National Development Strategy (NDS)2016 to 2035 and aligns them with existing sectoral policies. While implementation occurs primarily at the sectoral level, the NPP serves as the central mechanism for coordinating, monitoring and reporting on actions related to population and development across all levels of government. 

Integrating population dynamics into development planning at both national and provincial levels is essential for sustainable growth. Projections indicate the Solomon Islands population will continue to expand over the coming decades; therefore, this growth must be systematically incorporated into all planning frameworks. By aligning development strategies with demographic trends, the government aims to stimulate economic growth and improve social indicators. Over the long term, these integrated planning efforts are intended to transition the population growth rate toward a more manageable and sustainable level. 

The National Population Policy document is designed to complement, rather than duplicate, current or existing sectorial activities. It serves as a strategic framework for enhanced and effective government coordination, alignment, and the monitoring and evaluation (M&E) of population and development issues and activities. To ensure policy coherence, the NPP is systematically linked to national sector policies and plans, as well as regional and international frameworks. Furthermore, the 2027 - 2037 National Population Policy will identify and fully develop population-related areas that are not currently addressed by existing government institutions, building upon the foundations of the 2017 - 2026 NPP. Following the policy review and development process, the government will determine the appropriate institutional arrangements and mandates required to implement the specific objectives and strategies defined. 

In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.

UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results.

How You Can Make a Difference:

UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.

Applications

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Additional Information:

UNFP A does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. UNFP A is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNFP A does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next phase of the selection process.