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Location: Pacific Eye Institute, Suva, Fiji
About Us
The Fred Hollows Foundation NZ (FHFNZ) works for a world where no one is needlessly blind or vision impaired. In partnership with the Pacific Eye Institute (PEI) in Suva, Fiji, we are seeking a committed and passionate Senior Teaching Ophthalmologist to join our team.
About the Role
This is a senior faculty position at PEI, requiring a highly experienced ophthalmologist who will play a critical leadership role in shaping the next generation of eye health professionals in the Pacific. Reporting to the Chief Consultant Ophthalmologist, you will:
- Teach, supervise, and mentor postgraduate ophthalmology trainees (DO, PGDEC, MMed) through lectures, clinical practice, surgical mentoring, and outreach.
- Deliver high-quality teaching while strengthening and enhancing existing training programs and clinical processes.
- Use PEI/CWMH Eye Clinic services including the Operating Theatre, Outpatient Department, Diabetes Eye Clinic, and Mobile Eye Clinic as platforms for practical training.
- Support skills transfer to faculty members in Glaucoma, Medical Retina, PHACO surgery, and Research.
- Foster a strong research culture by mentoring students in academic projects and supporting faculty research.
- Collaborate with Fiji National University and visiting sub-specialists to ensure alignment with international standards while contextualizing training for the Pacific.
- Bring senior-level expertise and thought leadership to review, streamline, and strengthen internal clinical, training, and operational processes, contributing to continuous improvement and innovation across the institute.
- Act as a role model and senior educator, uplifting teaching standards and building faculty capability.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a highly motivated ophthalmologist with:
- Medical qualifications eligible for registration with the Fiji Medical Council.
- Significant experience in teaching, mentoring, and capacity building (preferably in a senior or faculty role).
- Experience working in developing world or resource-limited settings.
- Strong clinical and surgical skills.
- Competency in small incision cataract surgery (SICS) is compulsory and Phacoemulsification cataract surgery- added advantage
- Demonstrated ability to lead improvements, introduce best practices, and strengthen systems and processes.
- Commitment to advancing ophthalmology training, research, and clinical excellence in the Pacific.
How to Apply
To request the full Job Description or to apply, please email your CV and cover letter to:
Ms. Shiwashna Chandra, Human Resource Manager — schandra@pei.org.fj
+679 310 0424 schandra@pei.org.fj