Telecoms Project Manager

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To apply, please complete our online application form from our vacancy page www.jobs.gov.fk, by clicking on 'Apply Now' and completing the form.

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Telecoms Project Manager

The Falkland Islands Government (FIG) is looking for an outstanding individual to lead policy project work on managing telecommunications. Experience of the telecoms industry, whether from an operational or regulatory perspective, is essential, as is a strong background in working with or for the public sector to deliver commercial outcomes. The role involves managing existing telecoms contracting with our current monopoly provider, and working to introduce a new set of provisions fit for a digital future, within an ambitious three-year timescale.

The Role

This role is a combination of two responsibilities: managing the exit of the current telecommunications provider, and the introduction of new telecommunications services. As the current 12-year licence for telecommunications provision comes to an end, the post holder will be responsible for managing a complex programme of work, using a policy project framework, to successfully manage a transition to new telecommunications provision for the Falkland Islands. This will include managing the contractual exit provisions of the current exclusive licence with the licence holder (Sure South Atlantic), transitional arrangements as needed, and the identification and successful negotiation of future provisioning options to meet the modern telecommunications needs of the Falklands. This is a role with high public exposure, including representing the Falkland Islands Government (FIG) in meetings, with current and potential suppliers, and with the media.

You will support the Director of Development and Commercial Services to ensure strong commercial principles and management, and be responsible for the FIG-wide Telecommunications Programme Board.

The Person

You will be educated to degree level in a relevant subject and have demonstrable experience of telecoms or a closely related subject. You should have sound commercial management experience and an understanding of both the telecoms market and major trends in both demand and supply. We want someone who puts people at the centre of their work, so a track record of developing and delivering stakeholder engagement and bringing people along with you is essential. Within a noisy and often controversial matter, of extremely high public interest, you will be a calm, rational and empathetic professional who can steer FIG through the ambiguities and challenges of delivering top-quality digital and telecoms services.

Core Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience of effectively engaging with government to delivery strategic aims
• Demonstrable telecoms experience gained within the public sector, a government department, or a relevant commercial or consulting organisation.
• A successful track record of leading, and making a key contribution to strategic decision-making and to policy formulation and delivery.
• Demonstrable understanding of the telecoms market and major trends on both demand and supply sides.
• Sound track record of developing effective commercial management and partnerships at a senior level.
• Demonstrable experience of analysing / auditing market data / intelligence and reporting on the findings.
• Experience of working with senior management in the public and private sectors, with the ability to gain their respect and confidence.
• A track record of development and delivering stakeholder engagement activities.
• An understanding of the stakeholder environment, especially in relation to customer issues and the customer voice.

The Package

• Fixed Term Contract for three years
• Starting Salary Grade B £48,428 – £55,424 (depending on qualifications and experience).

• 25% Gratuity, paid upon successful completion of the contract.
• 30 Days Annual Leave, plus government and public holidays (totalling 41 days leave).
• Relocation Allowance, to help with moving costs.
• Opportunity for hybrid working, including some time working outside of the Falkland Islands.
• Flights Package for you and your dependents, including mid-term return flight home.
• Government Housing for rent and a starter pack to help you settle in.
• A stimulating and supportive setting to work in and a unique and beautiful setting to live in

How to Apply

To apply, please complete our online application form from our vacancy page www.jobs.gov.fk, by clicking on 'Apply Now' and completing the form.

Approximate Timetable for Recruitment and Selection Process

Closing Date for Applications – 22nd June 2026

Shortlisting – week commencing 22nd June 2026

Interviews - week beginning 29th June 2026

The Working Environment

The Falkland Islands

Set in the South Atlantic Ocean, around 400 miles east of South America and 8000 miles south-west of the UK, the Falkland Islands are a small, thriving community with a British way of life, benefiting from good local services, a varied social calendar and an absence of traffic jams!

The Falkland Islands’ stunning natural environment provides an unspoiled landscape and amazing wildlife to observe and explore, including penguins, whales and dolphins, all seen from the shore.

For those with a sense of adventure, it provides opportunities which are hard to match anywhere else in the world.

Falkland Islands Government (FIG)

The Falkland Islands is a British Overseas Territory, with full internal self-government.

As the largest employer in the Falkland Islands, we offer many unique and fulfilling job opportunities, across the full spectrum of public services. Our responsibilities include those typically managed by central government – taxation, legislation and policy, as well as those usually managed on a local level such as town planning, health and social services, and education. FIG also provides services specific to the needs of the Falkland Islands, such as fisheries research, power generation and the Government Air Service, FIGAS.

Development & Commercial Services

The Development & Commercial Services directorate is responsible for the development of ‘Place’ across the Falkland Islands, ensuring that the activities of Planning, Leisure Services, and Procurement operate in a co-ordinated manner to efficiently and effectively enable the achievement of the Government’s priorities. The Directorate prioritises strong commercial management of public services, delivering best value to all people of the Falklands.