People & Culture Officer

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!

Key Responsibilities:

PEOPLE & CULTURE OFFICER

Location: Port Vila, Vanuatu

Join World Vision Vanuatu, a Christian humanitarian organisation committed to improving the lives of children, families, and communities across Vanuatu. Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults is central to everything we do.

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented People & Culture Officer to drive effective recruitment, maintain accurate HR information systems (HRIS), and support a positive employee experience. This is an exciting opportunity to help attract, onboard, and support the people who make our mission possible.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end recruitment processes, including advertising, screening, interview coordination, reference checks, onboarding, and induction.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and information within the Human Resource Information System (HRIS).
• Monitor staff movements, contract renewals, probation reviews, leave balances, and personnel files.
• Support payroll verification and ensure HR-related documentation is accurate and complete.
• Provide advice and support to managers and staff on People & Culture policies, procedures, performance management, and employee relations matters.
• Assist with staff wellbeing, engagement, spiritual nurture, and capacity-building initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with World Vision policies, safeguarding requirements, and Vanuatu labour legislation.

Key Requirements

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in human resource management, Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in Human Resources, recruitment, administration, or a related role.
• Experience in recruitment coordination, HR records management, and HRIS administration.
• Strong Microsoft Office and HR systems skills.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge of Vanuatu labour legislation and HR best practices is desirable.
• Experience in the NGO or development sector is an advantage.

World Vision Vanuatu is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from Ni-Vanuatu women, men, and persons living with disabilities. Only those candidates short-listed for an interview will be contacted.

Due date for submitting application: Monday 21 September 2026 by 4:30pm.

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