Project & General Assistant

  • Full-time

Company Description

It's more than just water. FIJI® Water, one of the world’s premier bottled water brands, is produced directly from its source in Viti Levu (Fiji Islands) and is known for its iconic square bottle and unique mineral profile. Since 1996, FIJI Water has embodied what it means to be Earth's Finest Water® and is sold in more than 90 countries. FIJI Water is committed to doing business responsibly and seeking opportunities to make a difference. This means investing in sustainability, the environment, and local communities to enable positive change.

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic Project & General Assistant who will report directly to the Assistant General Counsel for the South Pacific, based in our Suva office. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in project management, coordinating meetings and travel, managing vehicle registration and maintenance, conducting research, handling general administrative duties, and supporting our team to ensure the seamless functioning of our office.

What you will be doing:

  • Overseeing special projects from inception to completion.
  • Planning and executing events, including marketing, publicity, and financial planning.
  • Coordinating meetings, appointments, venue bookings, and travel logistics (such as flights, visa arrangements, and hotel bookings), as well as preparing comprehensive meeting agendas and minutes.
  • Acting as a point of contact for external parties and customers through reception services, telephone call screening, and in-person interactions.
  • Managing diaries, meetings, and deadlines for team members.
  • Conducting market research by monitoring media articles and advertisements, researching events, and summarizing findings for internal circulation.
  • Drafting basic press releases and social media posts.
  • Providing administrative support for the LPO process, including obtaining quotes, preparing LPOs, and coordinating the receipt and distribution of materials, as well as preparing payments and verifying them.
  • Monitoring office supply and promotional merchandise inventory levels and performing other office management and secretarial duties.
  • Managing vehicle logistics, maintenance, and registration for the team.
  • Performing miscellaneous tasks as needed.

Qualifications

What you will bring to the table:

  • Possession of a full, clean valid Fiji Driver’s License is essential.
  • Highly detail-oriented with the exceptional ability to multitask.
  • Demonstrated capability to work independently.
  • Previous experience project management is beneficial.
  • Strong interpersonal and networking abilities with a “can do” attitude.
  • Skilled in writing reports, business correspondence, and delivering complex information through PowerPoint presentations.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
  • Understanding and implementation of basic accounting procedures.
  • Expertise in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Open to new challenges and experiences whilst being resilient.

You have the right to live and work in Fiji at the time of applying. The successful candidate may be subject to undergo a Police Check and/or Pre-Employment Drug Test.

Additional Information

  • Competitive benefits package (salary plus bonus).
  • Opportunity for development and internal mobility.
  • Wonderful Giving - allows you to donate company money to causes of your choice.
  • Wonderful Neighbor - spend a day in the community helping with various service projects.
  • Company focused on wellness and health

This is an exciting time to be a part of FIJI Water as we transform our business to ensure we meet our customer’s ever-evolving needs. This role also offers growth and development opportunities that come with working for a large, global organization. If you possess a proactive attitude and are eager to embrace new challenges, then apply now.

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