ACEO Economic Development

A. HOW TO APPLY: 
 
1. MAKING AN APPLICATION 
a. For your application to be considered you must complete ALL requirements of 
the Application Package  
➢ Complete and signed Application Form (Form 2) 
➢ Certified Copies of all academic achievements/qualifications/training 
etc. 
➢ Recently updated Curriculum Vitae (12 months) 
➢ 3 Referees and their details i.e. (email addresses & phone numbers) 

2. SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION  
a. All applications should be addressed to: 
The Chairman 
Public Service Commission  
Level 2, FMFM II Government Building  
Apia, Samoa  
 
b. Applications can be submitted using the following options;  
• PSC Level 2 – FMFM II Government Building; OR  
• Email at: ses@psc.gov.ws 
 
c. All Applications for the position will be closed on 21st May 2026 at 5:00pm  
 
d. For more information, please do not hesitate to contact the Senior Executive 
Services on email ses@psc.gov.ws or telephone 22123. 

A. Samoa Public Service  
The Samoa Public Service is comprised of government entities which fall under the 
following categories; Constitutional Bodies, Statutory Bodies, Ministries and State-Owned 
Enterprises (Public Bodies).  
 
B. About the Ministry Women, Community and Social Development 
The Ministry of Women, Community and Social Development remains focused in its 
commitment and overall performance for the achievement of community and social 
development outcomes, as clearly underscored in Government's national & sectoral 
strategic priorities.

C. ABOUT THE POSITION: 

JOB DESCRIPTION 

Responsible to: The Chief Executive Officer (M.W.C.S.D) 

Primary Objective: 

The ACEO Economic Development is responsible for providing policy advice, strategy formulation, and implementation coordination of economic empowerment programs for communities with a particular focus on vulnerable families, women, rural villages and youth and persons with disabilities. 

Duties and Responsibilities: 

Policy Advice and Strategy Formulation 

1. Provide strategic policy advice to CEO on economic development and empowerment for 
   communities.
2. Identify priority policy issues relating to the economic development of relevant target groups 
   to inform sound policy initiatives.
3. Lead the EDG and partners in the formulation of strategies to achieve community economic 
   empowerment targets under Community Sector Plan 2016-2021. 

Implementation and Coordination 

1. Ensure the implementation of assigned targets under the Community Sector Plan, relevant 
   national policies, Employment Program and Performance Agreement as directed by the CEO 
   from time to time. 
2. Ensure the dissemination of all relevant / accurate economic empowerment information are 
   available to the community and stakeholders. 

Monitoring and Reporting 

1. Monitor implementation of assigned work and report on the impact of development and 
   empowerment programs of target groups to the CEO/Executive Management and identify 
   issues for intervention.
2. Monitor relevant economic indicators under international conventions, community 
   development sector plan and strategic plan and report thereon.

Leadership and Management 

1. Actively participate as part of the Leadership and Management Team in the decision making and governance processes of the organization. 
2. Assist in the development and implementation of the following Ministry Reports/Plans: 
   • Annual Budget  
   • Annual Public Accounts 
   • Capacity Development Plan  
   • Corporate Plan 
   • Annual Report 
   • Performance Management Plans & Appraisals 
   • OSH Policy, Business Continuity Plan  
   • Any other relevant Plan/Report
3. Lead and role-model the Public Service Values for Divisional team members, organization 
   and wider Public Service.
4. Provide on the job support, mentoring, coaching as well as training for staff to ensure their 
   continuous development.
5. Ensure that effective performance management and evaluation processes are undertaken as 
   per the Performance Appraisal System for Divisional staff
6. Lead and manage the core functions of the Division in order to foster quality assurance 
   and ethical standards of all services and be accountable for the effective and efficient 
   usage of resources.
7. Ensure that internal systems are in place for effective and efficient planning, 
   implementation, monitoring, evaluating and reporting on team performance.
8. Identify priority budgetary requirements for the Division's annual submission of 
   performance measures and budgetary provisions and ensure the Division’s resources are 
   managed in accordance with prevailing policies.
9. Act as the Administration Head of the Ministry in the absence of the CEO as required.
10. Assist with the implementation of the Talofa with a Smile Campaign initiative to promote 
    and enhance good customer service as per the Public Service Commission’s directive. 

Key Deliverables 

1. Ensure successful implementation of the National Policy on Community Economic Development 2021 – 2031.
2. Lead the facilitation of programs/initiatives targeting the following (but not limited to);  - 
   Vulnerable families supported through training on business services and market access  - - 
   Vulnerable youths trained and secure jobs or self-employment  
   Vulnerable youths completed training in employment creation programs (skills 
   development training and internship programs).   
   3. Coordinate and lead the implementation of the Youth Employment Program and report to 
   CEO/Management on a quarterly basis.  
3. Successful implementation of the Ie Samoa Program.  
4. Coordinate the National Youth Week and the International Youth Day with a focus on Economic Development and Empowerment.
5. Coordination of National Peer Education programs to improve self-worth of young people 
   and build their physical and psychological capacity annually.  
6. Conduct ongoing skills development programmes for unemployed young people to 
   strengthen second chance education initiatives.  
7. Achievement of Key Performance Indicators as per Budget Measures every Financial Year.

Selection Criteria 
 
MERITS: SKILLS AND ABILITIES

COMPETENCY: Strategic Thinking (Essential) 

DESCRIPTOR

• Recognizes impact of organization’s direction and role within the government and community.
• Understands organizational direction and aligns/translates strategic objectives into operational 
  activities.  
• Provides advice to CEO based on analysis of a broad range of issues.    
• Considers multiple perspectives when assessing impact of key issues and identifies viable solutions.
• Applies intellect and knowledge to weigh up information and identify critical factors and issues.
• Demonstrates determination in meeting organizational goals and is ambitious to continue in 
  the face of changes and challenges. 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

2. Building and Sustaining Relationships (Essential)

• Is committed to client service, builds and sustains relationships within the organization, across the public service, with the public and other stakeholders.
• Consults broadly to obtain buy-in, draws on knowledge of work partners and fosters teamwork and cooperation through sharing information.
• Capitalises on diversity and harnesses different viewpoints to enhance the operations of the Division.
• Encourages and motivates people to engage in continuous learning and empowers them through 
  delegation of responsibilities for work.
• Mentor, provides constructive feedback and recognizes success and engages in activities to sustain morale.
• Communicates with precision and confidence, clearly and in an articulate manner, adapts methods of communication.
• Adapts communication style and message to meet needs, has a strong grasp of key issues and presents a convincing and balanced rationale.  

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

3. Delivers/achieves results (Essential)

• Focuses on activities that support organizational sustainability and streamlines processes to seek operational efficiency.  
• Monitors and manages resourcing pressures for optimum outcomes.
• Oversees the implementation of multiple change initiatives with a focus on the desired outcomes. Defines high-level objectives and ensures translation into practical implementation strategies.  
• Fosters a culture of achievement and ensure planned targets / projects are realistic.  
• Ensure planned targets are monitored and measured and achieves expected outputs / outcomes.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES 

4. Integrity (Essential)

• Exhibits and applies high integrity and ethical principles.
• Is indisputably trusted and operates professionally.  
• Act professionally in carrying out duties and responsibilities despite personal preferences.
• Adheres to and promotes the Samoan Public Service Values of honesty, impartiality, service, respect, transparency, accountability, efficiency and effectiveness. 

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

5. Commitment/Personal Drive (Essential)

• Defines work in terms of results and pursues success with energy and drive.
• Anticipates obstacles and is prepared with contingency plans to sustain goals / objectives and 
  keeps everyone on track.  
• Helps others to define goals and plan a route for achievement.
• A high achiever with a reputation for success and quality performance.  
• Sets high standards of performance for self and others. 

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

6. Intellect and Judgment (Essential)

• Understands the environment affecting work of the organization and impacts on divisional level.
• Exhibits sound conceptual and analytical skills and apply intellect and knowledge in identifying critical factors and issues.  
• Handles concepts and complexity proficiently, provides insight and understanding for others and 
  appropriately integrates them into the workplace.  
• Has good judgment as to what information is significant and useable in each situation.
• Demonstrates effective judgment to weigh up options and develop realistic solutions.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

7. Creative and Innovation (Essential)

• Develops innovative ideas and methods of doing things.  
• Searches for new and more effective methods, making connections between previously unrelated ideas.  
• Is seen as a motivator and guide for others to generate new ideas in brainstorming sessions. 

EXPERIENCE 

8. Experience (Essential) • Relevant years of Experience.

• Experience in community and local governance work will be an advantage. 

9. Past Work Performance (Essential)

• Proven track record of excellent performance from previous work.
• Able to define goals and plans a route for achievement
• A high achiever with a reputation for success and quality performance.
• Sets high standards of performance for self and others 

QUALIFICATIONS 

10. Educational Qualifications (Essential)

• A Bachelor Degree in Social Sciences, Economic Policyor relevant discipline.