Director Position – SIPA BOARD

In accordance with the State-Owned Enterprises (SOE) Act 2007 and the SOE Regulations 2010, the Solomon Islands Ports
Authority, operating as Solomon Ports, invites applications from suitably qualifi ed individuals interested in joining the Board of
Directors of the Solomon Islands Port Authority.

Established in 1956 as a State-owned Enterprise, the Solomon Islands Ports Authority aims to deliver effi cient Port Services in
the Solomon Islands under the Ports Act. We are looking for candidates who possess recent and/or relevant qualifi cations and
experience in the following areas: -

- Experience in private enterprises and/or SOEs, along with a solid understanding of legislation in the Solomon Islands.
- Candidates with recent board and executive management experience, possessing strong fi nancial and/or business acumen
or relevant industry knowledge.
- Proven management and leadership experience, ideally in a senior role within a large or well-regarded organization.
- A commitment to integrity and high ethical standards, with a clean professional record.
- Suffi cient time to commit to SIPA’s business as a Board Member.
- A demonstrated ability to think independently while working collaboratively.
- The capacity to make decisions and take actions based on principles of reasonable prudence and good faith in board
operations.
- The ability to establish policies for service administration that align with the organization’s objectives.
- Ensuring that the organization’s fi nancial affairs are managed responsibly, in line with established policies and procedures.
- Extensive experience in corporate strategic planning, organizational development, and implementation at the corporate level,
particularly in a commercial context.
- Directors must perform their duties with care, diligence, and skill.

We encourage applications from qualifi ed candidates whose qualifi cations and experience align with the requirements of this
position. Please send your application via email to the Board Secretary for Solomon Ports for inquiries, and reach out at the
following email address: mbongi@sipa.com.sb

Kindly attach your updated CV, which should include your email address, telephone number, qualifi cations, achievements,
work experience, current position, and the names and addresses of three referees. Additionally, please include a cover letter
(maximum of 2 pages) that outlines why you believe you are particularly well-suited for this position.

Interested candidates should ensure they are familiar with the requirements set forth in the SOE Act and the regulations of
2010.

Please send your application to:

The Chairman
Solomon Islands Ports Authority
P O Box 307
Honiara, Solomon Islands

The closing date for the receipt of applications will be the 3rd April 2026.

For any questions regarding the application process please contact Ms. Mary Bongi on the phone 22646/42315.