📣 ANNOUNCEMENT - #Procurement Training/Travel Funding for #SMEs The #Pacific #Infrastructure #Business Opportunities Seminar (#BOS) is for international, regional, and local contractors and consultants interested in contributing to the infrastructure development activities in the Pacific. Hosted by the Government of Fiji and the Asian Development Bank, in partnership with the Australian Government and the World Bank Pacific. 💡 Key Dates: 📅 22-23 May 2024 - Business Opportunities Seminar 📅 24 May 2024 - post-BOS procurement training workshop on Effective Bidding & Tendering. Funding support is available to cover partial or full travel expenses. The deadline to apply is April 30. Travel funding is available on a competitive basis, for SMEs based in developing member countries in the Pacific region and outside of the host country (Fiji) ℹ Full event details can be found here: 🔽 https://lnkd.in/gN-8-AHp [more information] The event brings the business community together with key representatives from Pacific governments and development partners to discuss the infrastructure development priorities for the Pacific region, especially growing opportunities in transport, energy, water, ICT, social (health and education) infrastructure sectors. The event will cover: • pipeline of infrastructure projects and initiatives in 2024-2025 in Pacific island countries • expertise and technologies relating to infrastructure of interest to Pacific governments and international financial institutions • new features in procurement guidelines and processes • useful information for new entrants • opportunity to provide market feedback to public buyers and funders • potential opportunities for companies in the region • networking and Q&A opportunities with development partners and governments Travel funding is available on a competitive basis, for SMEs based in developing member countries in the Pacific region and outside of the host country (Fiji), to attend the BOS event on 22-23 May and a post-BOS procurement training workshop on ‘Effective Bidding and Tendering’ facilitated by ADB, Australian Infrastructure Financing Facility for the Pacific (AIFFP) and the World Bank on 24 May. Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce & Industry, International Chamber of Digital Commerce Solomon Islands | ICDC Soloman Island, Vanuatu Chamber of Commerce and Industry, David Dewar, Joe Fuavao, Pacific Islands Forum, Pacific Community-SPC

📣 [New publication] Scoping Procurement Harmonization Framework for Aviation in the Pacific The resurgence of the aviation industry is crucial to post-COVID-19 economic recovery in the #Pacific. Pacific countries recognized that the recovery and sustainable development of the #aviation sector will require long-term cooperation between governments, airlines, international development partners, and regional organizations. This report outlines the development of a harmonized procurement framework as part of broader regional cooperation. Recognizing that this is a long-term objective, the framework proposes a phased approach whereby the alternative regional collaboration arrangements on procurement can be initiated in a relatively short time frame. Read more here: 🔽 https://lnkd.in/gbY-HssP

PRIF is hiring!   PRIF is looking for two ICT specialists to support a PRIF regional project to identify common challenges in using ICT infrastructure and recommend the best prospects for regional enabling interventions to strengthen digital readiness and resilience among PRIF member countries. For more information about the role, please read the terms of reference for the position in the link provided for each position, and ensure you address the selection criteria when applying.   ICT Specialist/Team Leader – https://lnkd.in/grrqBfE6 ICT Specialist (Appraisal Lead) – https://lnkd.in/gXiqWgWm For inquiries, please contact enquiries@theprif.org The closing date is 17 April 2024

FEDERATED STATES OF MICRONESIA WORKSHOP TO REVIEW IDP2016 The first national workshop was held in #Pohnpei on 12th March to review the FSM Infrastructure Development Plan (IDP). Senior representatives and governors of the four states including #Chuuk, #Kosrae, #Pohnpei, and #Yap participated in the workshop. Carlson Apis, Secretary for Transportation, Communication, and Infrastructure said "the PRIF assistance is timely as FSM has just signed the Compact on 9 March 2024". He emphasized that the new plan be tailored to the realities of each of the four states. The workshop will discuss the challenges and achievements of the IDP and identify lessons to inform the development of the 2024 plan.

📣#SOLOMON ISLANDS #INFRASTRUCTURE PRIORITY PRIF commends the Government of the #Solomon Islands for the release of the Solomon Islands National Infrastructure Priority Pipeline 2023, assisted by the Government of Australia, a key PRIF partner. The pipeline is an evolution of previous work supported by PRIF.    PRIF looks forward to working with the Solomon Islands on the development of its national  transport sector plan  and updating the #Solomon Infrastructure Priority Pipeline 2024.   Read the pipeline here: 🔽 https://lnkd.in/gikFTnEy

World Bank opportunity in #Fiji! Are you keen to work on the #Fiji Tourism Development Program in Vanua Levu or ‘Na Vualiku’ Expressions of Interest are requested for the position of Project Manager – Central Project Management Unit https://lnkd.in/gq5GQpVW Expressions of Interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) by 19 March 2024. Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation Attn: Jacinta Lal (Ms) Director of Tourism Level 4, Civic Tower Victoria Parade, Suva Tel:  +679 3315577 E-mail: jacinta.lal.fj@gmail.com The World Bank, Pacific Tourism Organisation, Tourism Fiji

PRIF SUPPORTS THE FEDERATED STATES OF MICRONESIA #FSM REVIEW ITS INFRASTRUCTURE PLAN PRIF and #FSM kicked off the review of the FSM #Infrastructure Development Plan 2016-2025 (IDP) yesterday in a meeting between Secretary Carlson Apis, Department of Transportation, Communication and Infrastructure, Lorena Estigarribia, PRIF, and Maybelline Andon Bing from the ADB. The support will review the implementation of the current IDP, recommend strategies to strengthen #FSM national infrastructure investment planning processes, and develop a plan to update the IDP.

📣 PRIF is hiring! PRIF is looking for 2 maritime specialists to work with the Pacific Community-SPC to develop the Pacific One-Maritime Framework (POMF) For more information about the role, please read the terms of reference for the position in the link provided for each position, and ensure you address the selection criteria when applying. International maritime specialist: 🔽 https://lnkd.in/g5nz6DaZ Regional (Pacific) Maritime Specialist: 🔽 https://lnkd.in/gAd4FM5B For inquiries, please contact enquiries@theprif.org The closing date is 17 March 2024

PRIF is excited to participate in the upcoming #CAA event. Timothy Stats PRIF Technical Assistance Officer will provide an overview of the regional diagnostic study on the application of National Building Codes in the Pacific, undertaken by PRIF, including lessons learnt and recommendations for countries, development partners, and private sectors.  Read the diagnostic study here ▶ https://lnkd.in/gK9qAztV https://lnkd.in/gZDxHJGU

📣 New Release! The uptake of #electricvehicles (#EVs🚗) has now become well-established and Pacific Island Countries (#PICs) are expected to follow this trend, which will involve significant change because the technologies involved are new to PICs and require new skill sets to support them. The #EV standards for the Pacific region report identifies appropriate EV-related international standards, policies, and regulations relevant to EV adoption in PICs, identifies suitable standards, and provides a draft standards development roadmap. Read the report here 🔽 ▶ https://lnkd.in/eFWV2Vg6 Asian Development Bank (ADB), Pacific Community-SPC, International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)