With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.

Come join our 31,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!

Employee Contract Type:
Local - Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term)
Job Description:
People & Culture Support Officer
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Location: Port Vila, Vanuatu
Position Type: Local Staff
Applicant Types Accepted: Local
World Vision Vanuatu has an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about making a difference by joining a transformational and dynamic team. We are a Christian humanitarian organization dedicated to helping children and their communities overcome poverty and injustice. Since 1981, we have worked alongside the Vanuatu Government to deliver programs in education, health, water and sanitation, and resilient livelihoods. Safeguarding children and adults in the communities where we work is central to everything we do.
Community development is a key focus of World Vision Vanuatu, with many employees working directly within the communities we serve. In line with our purpose, For Children, For Change, For Life (4C4C4L), we are seeking a dedicated and organized individual to join our People & Culture team.
About the Role
The  People & Culture  Support Officer will:
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date staff records, leave balances, payroll documentation, and personnel files.
• Provide administrative and operational support across People & Culture functions.
• Support the implementation of People & Culture policies, procedures, and systems.
• Ensure employee records in Workday are accurate and up to date at all times.
• Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and orientation activities.
• Assist in staff development, performance management, and employee benefits administration.
• Contribute to a positive workplace culture aligned with World Vision Vanuatu's values and strategic objectives.

Required Skills and Qualifications
• Completion of Year 12 Secondary Education.
• Vocational qualification in Administration or a related field.
• Formal training in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline is desirable.
• Minimum two (2) years' experience in an office-based administrative or support role.
• Knowledge of Human Resource functions including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, diversity management, HR information systems, and staff development.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in record management and administrative processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong interpersonal, networking, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• Training, facilitation, and coaching skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural environment.

Applicant Types Accepted: