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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English Teacher

FIG Grade C starting salary £42,641 per annum, rising to £45,744 per annum for teachers with 5+ years’ experience

The Opportunity: The Falkland Islands Community School is seeking to recruit a qualified, enthusiastic, creative and experienced Teacher of English to start on the 1^st of September 2026.

Essential criteria Applicants must be graduate teachers with Qualified Teacher Status (recognisable in United Kingdom) who have completed their induction as an Early Career Teacher (ECT) and have at least 3 years’ recent experience within the United Kingdom or British curriculum school.

Closing Date: 27 March 2026

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Building Advisor - Development & Commercial Services

DEVELOPMENT & COMMERCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT - Building Advisor

Department Name: Development & Commercial Services Department

Job Title:  Building Advisor 

FIG Grade:  C starting salary £42,641 - £49,090 per annum depending on qualifications and experience.  

The Opportunity: To administer, promote and advance the Islands building control service and be the primary point of contact for professional advice and guidance for all matters pertaining to the Building Regulations.

Essential criteria to include a master’s and bachelor’s degree (or recognised equivalent) in a relevant subject area, full chartered membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), and/or The Chartered Association of Building Engineer (CABE), and/or The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) (or recognised equivalent). The applicant should have a minimum of five years relevant post-qualification experience with an ability to analyse and interpret varied and complex technical information.

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

Closing Date: 20 March 2026

For further information on the post contact Sarah Witherley by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by calling 28482

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 - Building Advisor

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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