MMERE
25/2026

A Bachelor’s degree in Energy, Energy Studies, Energy Planning, Renewable Energy, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Economics, Sustainable Energy, or another closely related discipline from a recognized tertiary institution.

•      Desirable Qualifications

A relevant postgraduate qualification, preferably at Master’s level or higher, in energy, engineering, economics, public policy, energy planning, renewable energy, sustainable energy or another field relevant to the responsibilities of the position.

•  Experience:

At least ten (10) years of progressively responsible professional experience in the energy sector,

• Capabilities Required

i. Energy-Sector and Technical Expertise

ii. Energy Governance, Legislation and Statutory Administration

iii. Strategic and Divisional Leadership

iv. Energy Planning, Analysis and Decision Support

v. Public-Sector Governance and Resource Management vi. Energy Investment, Project Development and Financing

vii. Stakeholder Engagement, International Representation and Professional Integrity

• Complete requirement and information is provided in the JD (RS Form 2).

A recognized Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Geo-science, Applied Geology, Earth Science or a closely related discipline relevant to the professional responsibilities of the position.

•  Desirable Qualification

A relevant postgraduate qualification, preferably at Master’s level or higher, in Geology, Geoscience, Applied Geology, Earth Science or a closely related discipline.

•  Essential Experience

At least ten years of progressively responsible professional experience in geology, geoscience or a closely related field, including substantial experience at senior management or leadership level.

•  Capabilities Required

i. Geo-science and Technical Expertise

ii. Strategic and Divisional Leadership

iii. Geo-science Information and Decision-Support Systems

iv. Strategic Analysis and Professional Advice

v. Public-Sector Governance and Resource Management

vi. Stakeholder Engagement and Strategic Partnerships

vii. Communication, Representation and Professional Integrity

•  Complete requirement and information is provided in the JD (RS Form 2).

MMERE
27/2026

Director – Petroleum & Exploration Division(3 Years Contract)

A recognized Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Geoscience, Petroleum Geology, Geoscience/Earth-Science,
Petroleum Engineering, Energy Economics, Natural Resource Governance, or another closely related
discipline relevant to the responsibilities of the position.

• Desirable Qualification

A relevant postgraduate qualification, preferably at Master’s level or higher, in Petroleum Geoscience,
Petroleum Geology, Geo-Science, Petroleum Engineering, Energy Economics, Natural Resource Governance,
Public Policy, Law, Business Administration, or another closely related field.

• Essential Experience

At least 10 years of progressively responsible professional experience in petroleum resources, geoscience,
energy, extractive industries, natural-resource governance or a closely related field, including substantial
experience at senior management or leadership level.

• Capabilities Required

i. Petroleum Governance and Regulatory Administration
ii. Strategic and Divisional Leadership
iii. Petroleum Policy, Legislative and Regulatory Reform
iv. Technical Analysis and Professional Advice
v. Petroleum Resource and Information Management
vi. Programme Delivery and Risk Management
vii. Stakeholder Engagement and Professional Integrity

• Complete requirement and information is provided in the JD (RS Form 2).

MMERE
28/2026

Financial Controller – Corporate Services Division
(3 Years Contract)

– A recognized Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Financial Management, Commerce, Business
Administration, Economics or another closely related discipline with substantial accounting or financial management content.
– Sound knowledge and practical experience of Solomon Islands Government financial-management
requirements, including Financial Instructions, procurement requirements and other relevant laws, policies
and procedures.

• Desirable

A relevant postgraduate qualification in Accounting, Finance, Financial Management, Public Financial
Management, Business Administration or a related discipline. Membership of, or progress towards
membership of, a recognized professional accounting body would be an advantage.

• Experience

At least five years of relevant professional experience in accounting, financial management or public financial
administration, including substantial responsibility for budgeting, expenditure management, accounting,
financial reporting and financial controls.

• Capabilities Required

i. Financial Management and Accounting
ii Public Financial Management Frameworks

iii. Financial Analysis and Professional Advice
iv. Internal Control, Financial Risk and Audit
v. Demonstrated capability to manage and monitor the financial requirements of development programmes and projects, including project budgets, expenditure, funding arrangements and associated financial accountability requirements.
vi. Financial Systems and Information Management
vii. Team Leadership, Communication and Professional Integrity.

• Complete requirement and information is provided in the JD (RS Form 2)

MMERE
29/2026

(Readvertised)
Chief Economic Geologist – Mines Division

– A University Science degree or Masters degree in Economic Geology, Minerals Economic, Geology with
specialization in resource evaluation, or related discipline.
– At least a minimum of not less than 7-10 years in relevant geological and administrative experience.
– At least 10 years’ experience in applied mineral economics, geological evaluation, and mining project
assessment, with at least 5 years in a managerial or leadership role.

• Capabilities Requirements:

– Familiarity with mineral policy, investment frameworks, and fiscal regimes in the mining sector
– A mature, responsible, approachable, and hardworking nature is required.
– The age range from 25-45 years is desirable.
– Strong leadership and staff management skills, excellent analytical, research and economic modelling skills.
– At least have some good command of oral and written English, and good communication skills.
– Must be able to work under minimal or no supervision.

• Complete requirement and information is provided in the JD (RS Form 2).

(Readvertised)
Principal Energy Officer – Energy Division

– Degree in Renewable Energy/Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering
– Degree in Energy Planning and Development
– Desirable Qualifications
– Degree in Science (Physics) Sustainable Development/Technology studies/Economics
– Capabilities Required
– 5 to 10 years’ experience in the energy sector or climate change mitigation
– 5-10 years in energy developments and projects

• Complete requirement and information is provided in the JD (RS Form 2).

– Degree in Earth Science or preferably a Degree in GIS with better understanding in mineral exploration
programs and sorting tenement maps.
– Mature, responsible, approachable and hardworking nature is required.
– Aged between 30-50 years is desired.
– Good commend or oral and written English.
– Fair knowledge in computing would be an advantage.

• Complete requirement and information is provided in the JD (RS Form 2)

– Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, GIS or a related field, often with relevant experience, is
typically required.
– Experience: Three years of working experience in the water sector, environmental and working on GIS with
a team on database management

• Capabilities Required:
– Strong collaborative and communication skills to work with other divisions and explain data interpretation;

– IT skills, including the use and manipulation of complex databases and spreadsheets;
– Knowledge of specialized software packages such as ArcGIS or ESRI
– Numerical skills with the ability to analyse data and statistics
– The ability to translate client requirements into working solutions
– Team-working skills and the ability to work independently
– The ability to work well under pressure.

• Complete requirement and information is provided in the JD (RS Form 2).

–  University Degree Law, Geology, Mining Engineering, Natural Resources Management, Public Administration or related discipline.

– At least 3-5 years’ experience in mining administration, tenement management or regulatory affairs. – Demonstrate experience in secretariat support and has a strong organizational, drafting, and reporting skills.

– Able to analyze technical and legal information and present it for decision-making.

– Preferences a mature, responsible, approachable and hardworking nature is required.

– Age range from 25-45 years is desirable.

– Have a good command of oral and written English and a good knowledge in Microsoft Office applications and other ICT applications for document management and records keeping.

– Must be able to work under minimal supervision.

•  Complete requirement and information is provided in the JD (RS Form 2).

MMERE
34/2026

– A Certificate Degree in Earth Science preferably in fields of Mining, Exploration, Engineering and Geo techniques would be advantages.
– A minimum of 5 years in relevant geological and administrative experience.
– A proven management and administrative ability to interpret and implement Government Policies that
are related to the postings and suggest improvement on previous established regulation and be able to
facilitate and execute task assigned.

• Complete requirement and information is provided in the JD (RS Form 2).

– Certificate in management or relevant qualifications in store management.
– Or a minimum of Form Six Certificate with two (2) years of experience in logistics, procurement, inventory
control.
– Must have valid driving licence (Both Manual & Automatic Transmission).

• Complete requirement and information is provided in the JD (RS Form 2)

•  Application for Employment Cover Sheet Forms (RS Form 6),

•  Job Description (RS Form 2)

•  And detailed Information Packs for the position is available and can be obtained from the Ministry of Mines, Energy and Rural Electrification at Lengakiki, West Honiara or via email by contacting Ms. Morna Ale on email:  m_ale@mmere.gov.sb.

Documents Required

1. RS Form 6 – Application for Employment Solomon Islands Government Cover Sheet (For SIG Serving Officers applicants please attach a copy of your confirmation letter for your current position)

2. Letter of Application (SIG Format)

3.  Curriculum Vitae (SIG Format)

4. Certified copies of your qualifications/transcripts/references & etc. Failure to certify your documents will be considered as incomplete application.

You will need to post or hand deliver the certified copies of your qualifications, as these cannot be sent by email. Do NOT send originals.

Please note:  All documents submitted as part of the application will remain the property of the Solomon Islands Government and will not be returned to applicants.

Medical Report and Police Clearance:

You do NOT have to provide copies of medical report or policy clearance when you apply, but if you are shortlisted this will be discussed with you.

Queries:

For all queries about the application process or the position/s please contact:

Name:  Ms. Morna Ale
Phone:     (677) 45444
Email:   m_ale@mmere.gov.sb

Send your applications addressed to:

Permanent Secretary
Ministry of Mines, Energy & Rural Electrification
P.O. Box G37 Honiara.

Attention: Human Resource Manager

State the Position Title and Vacancy Number at the back of the envelope.

Please take note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.