·        Hybrid (Remote + Short In-Country Missions)

·        Contract: ~80 days over 15 months (July 2026 – September 2027)

The National Environment Service (NES) is seeking an experienced Environmental Information Systems Specialist to design and deliver a national environmental information platform under Project ENUA (Enhancing Nature’s Unique Areas).

This is a high-impact consultancy supporting the development of the National Environmental Information System (NEIS), a critical tool to strengthen environmental management, biodiversity protection, and evidence-based decision-making across the Cook Islands.

Abot the Role

You will lead the design, planning, and delivery of a national data system that integrates environmental and biodiversity information across government and stakeholders.

Working closely with NES and project partners, you will:

  • Lead a needs assessment and system design approach
  • Deliver a feasibility study and implementation roadmap
  • Support vendor selection and system development
  • Provide strategic oversight during system build and rollout
  • Deliver training and guidance to ensure long-term system use and sustainability.

This role combines technical leadership, stakeholder engagement, and project delivery oversight.

About You

You are a data or systems professional with experience delivering complex information platforms, ideally within government or development contexts.

You will bring:

  • Experience in data systems, GIS, digital platforms, or information management systems
  • Proven ability to lead system design from concept through to implementation
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills
  • Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams and government stakeholders
  • Ability to translate technical concepts into practical, user-focused solutions

Experience in the Pacific or small island contexts is desirable but not essential.

Why This Role

  • Lead a national-scale digital system with real environmental impact
  • Flexible, hybrid delivery model (majority remote)
  • Opportunity to work in a unique Pacific context
  • Contribute to biodiversity conservation and climate resilience

 Application deadline: 4pm on Tuesday 30th June 2026 Cook Islands time (GMT-10)

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