FIG Job Opportunities

Economist/Senior Economist - Policy, Economy & Corporate Services

POLICY, ECONOMY & CORPORATE DEPARTMENT - Economist/Senior Economist

Department Name: Policy, Economy & Corporate Services Department

Job Title:  Economist/ Senior Economist

FIG Grade: This is a dual grade post with starting salary FIG Grade C commencing from £42,641 - £49,090 per annum (Economist) or FIG Grade B £47,928 - £54,924 per annum (Senior Economist) depending on qualifications and experience. This post attracts a 15% Market Supplement Allowance.

The Opportunity: To provide economic policy analysis and advice across FIG, as well as leadership on the application of economic principles and tools for the evaluation of public policy options and decisions.  The economist also responsible for the preparation and publication of various national economic indicators and forecasts in the national interest.

Essential criteria: include a Masters’ degree (or equivalent) in Economics, Public Policy or in another subject with evidence of equivalent advanced-level courses in economics and/or policy analysis; and 5 years’ relevant post-qualification experience in a public sector, not-for-profit, research organisation or private sector entity with public policy and/or economic analysis responsibility.

Contract Type: This is a permanent post on standard FIG terms and conditions.

Closing Date: 27 March 2026

For further information on the post contact Roddy Cordeiro by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by calling 28431.

To download application forms or job descriptions or to apply please visit https://falklands.gov.fk/jobs  or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Job Description - Economist.pdf

Job Description - Senior Economist.pdf

Data Analyst - Policy, Economy & Corporate Services

POLICY, ECONOMY & CORPORATE DEPARTMENT - Data Analyst

Department Name: Policy, Economy & Corporate Services Department

Job Title:  Data Analyst

FIG Grade: This is a dual grade post with starting salary FIG Grade D2 commencing from £35,774 to £41,168 per annum or FIG Grade C £42,641 to £49,090 per annum depending on qualifications and experience. This post attracts a 15% Market Supplement Allowance.

The Opportunity: To provide leadership on social and economic research, including data collection, analysis and interpretation on behalf of senior Government officials and client Departments. This work covers a diverse range of topic areas including health and social care, education, public safety, emergency services, human resources and culture and recreation. The post-holder is responsible for designing and delivering the national census every five years, as well as for the collection and dissemination of other national and sub-national level data and statistics. The role also involves management of the Government’s Performance Management system.

Essential criteria:  A Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject such as social or population science, social statistics/science, or social/population research methods, with 3 to 5 years’ relevant experience in a public sector or research organisation with social and/or population research and data analysis responsibility. The Grade C role requires a relevant post-graduate qualification and 5 to 10 years’ experience.

Contract Type: This is a permanent post on standard FIG terms and conditions.

Closing Date: 27 March 2026

For further information on the post contact Roddy Cordeiro by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by calling 28431.

To download application forms or job descriptions or to apply please visit https://falklands.gov.fk/jobs  or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Job Description - Data Analyst - Grade D2.pdf

Job Description - Data Analyst - Grade C.pdf

NATURAL RESOURCES - Fisheries Protection Officer

Closing Date:  27 March 2026

The Opportunity: to work as a key member of the Fisheries Protection Service team to provide an efficient service to uphold regulations, prevent/deter illegal fishing and support crew welfare and safety protocols. 

Essential criteria for the role to include a BSc in a relevant subject or a minimum of 5 years’ equivalent experience in a similar role or a Marine Certificate of Competency or Skipper (Full) Fishing Certificate. Applicants must be able to work under pressure, with previous experience of working in Fisheries Protection or Law enforcement and have proven abilities to work effectively as part of a team or with minimal supervision. Applicants must be physically fit to undertake the duties of the post.

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Court Legal Officer - Development & Commercial Services

DEVELOPMENT & COMMERCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT - Court Legal Officer

Department Name: Development & Commercial Services Department

Job Title:  Court Legal Officer 

FIG Grade:   D1 starting salary £35,774 - £41,168 per annum depending on qualifications and experience

The Opportunity:  To provide effective, high level legal, secretarial and administrative support and assistance to the Senior Magistrate and Head of Courts in the day-to-day running of the Law Courts of the Falkland Islands.

Essential criteria for the role to include a degree in law or a related subject with experience of carrying out legal research, a minimum of 2 years’ proven experience working in a secretarial or administrative environment (including in financial and budget management).

Contract Type: This is a permanent post on standard FIG terms and conditions.

Closing Date: 20 March 2026

For further information about the post contact Eirian Rees by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by calling 27271

To download application forms or job descriptions please visit https://falklands.gov.fk/jobs or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Job Description - Court Legal Officer

Learning Support Assistants –FICS, IJS & Camp Education

FIG Grade G1 starting salary £21,135 - £24,279 per annum depending on qualifications and experience.

The Opportunity: Falkland Islands Community School, Infant Junior School & Camp Education are looking for full time Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to work Mon-Fri 08.00 – 16.30 for both Primary & Secondary Schools. The posts involve supporting and assisting students with their educational and social progress and helping develop their learning and understanding. 

Some roles include supporting children with complex special educational needs and challenging behaviours. 

Essential criteria for the role include evidence of a good level of literacy and numeracy i.e. GCSE Grade 4/Grade C or above (or equivalent), in English and Maths, an ability to prioritise tasks, use initiative and a capacity to work with children with behavioural and emotional needs.  Applicants must also have patience, flexibility and be competent at delivering instructions.

Closing Date: 20 March 2026

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Offshore Petroleum - Policy Lead

NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT - Offshore Petroleum - Policy Lead

Department Name: Natural Resources Department

Job Title:  Offshore Petroleum - Policy Lead

FIG Grade A: starting salary £57,216 – £85,631 per annum depending on qualifications and experience.

The Opportunity: The Offshore Petroleum Policy Lead is responsible for developing, maintaining and enhancing all offshore petroleum industry related policies, legislation, codes of practice, and associated technical guidance. You will ensure these frameworks remain robust, up-to-date, and aligned with best practices, enabling the effective and efficient management and regulation of this essential component of national energy infrastructure.

Essential criteria: to include a Master’s degree and significant experience (10+ years) in a senior policy delivery role, which involves delivery of major projects or programmes of national importance. Experience of oil and gas project would be advantageous. Additionally, extensive experience of operating within a public sector or research organisation (government or non-government) with senior policy responsibility.

Contract Type: This position is on standard FIG terms and conditions.

Closing Date: 15 March 2026

For further information on this post please contact James Wilson by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by calling 27260

To download application forms or job descriptions or to apply please visit https://falklands.gov.fk/jobs  or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Job Description - Offshore Petroleum - Policy Lead

Aicraft Fitter - FIGAS - Development & Commercial Services

DEVELOPMENT & COMMERCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT - Aircraft Fitter - FIGAS

Department Name: Development & Commercial Services Department

Job Title:  Aircraft Fitter - FIGAS 

FIG Grade:  F starting salary £24,950 - £28,689 per annum depending on qualifications and experience

The Opportunity:  To ensure that allocated aircraft maintenance tasks are carried out in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with approved maintenance programmes whilst taking into account safety management systems and health and safety practices.  

Essential criteria:  for the role include well educated to secondary level with mechanical experience. The candidate must have a valid driving licence, with the ability to meet deadlines whilst working under pressure.

Contract Type: This is a permanent post on standard FIG terms and conditions.

Closing Date: 13 March 2026

For further information on the post contact Christian Clark by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by calling 27220

To download application forms or job descriptions please visit https://falklands.gov.fk/jobs or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Job Description - Aircraft Fitter - FIGAS

HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT - Community Support Worker

Closing Date:  13 March 2026

The Opportunity:   The Community Support Team have vacancies for full time carers to work within their team. This work enables individuals within their care to achieve their optimum health through providing support to them and to the nurses, families, and other carers within the team. 

Essential criteria applicants must be literate and numerate with good basic IT skills, hold a manual driving licence and have at least 6 months’ relevant experience of working in a social care setting.

Job Description - Community Support Worker

HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES -  Community Support Workers  

Department Name: Health & Social Services  

Job Title: Community Support Workers 

Falkland Islands Government FIG Grade H1 starting salary £18,837 to £21,469 per annum depending on qualifications and experience.

The Opportunity: The Community Support Team have vacancies for full time carers to work within their team. This work enables individuals within their care to achieve their optimum health through providing support to them and to the nurses, families, and other carers within the team.  

Essential criteria applicants must be literate and numerate with good basic IT skills, hold a manual driving licence and have at least 6 months’ relevant experience of working in a social care setting.

Contract Type: This is a permanent post on FIG terms and conditions

 Closing Date: 13 March 2026

For further information on the post contact Leigh Reid by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  or by calling 28048

To download application forms or job descriptions or to apply please visit https://falklands.gov.fk/jobs  or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Stanley House - Houseparent  

Closing Date: 13 March 2026

The Opportunity: Stanley House are looking for a full time Houseparent to provide a safe, caring, boarding environment with a focus on delivering high standards of person-centred care for all boarders.

Essential criteria for the role to include a good level of education with a minimum GCSE grade C/Level 4 or above in Maths & English (or equivalent), a current manual driving licence and three years’ driving experience in order to pass the FIG proficiency test for Minibus and Land Rover. Additionally, experience of working with students in a pastoral capacity (as a parent or in a youth organisation etc.) is also required.

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