To deliver expert forensic pathology services that uphold justice, strengthen police operations, and ensure institutional integrity.
Job Summary
- Type: full-time
- Location: Suva
- Category: Healthcare
- Closing Date: 2026-06-05
Key Responsibilities
- Reports directly to the Chief Medical Officer to ensure the efficient daily operation of the Forensic Pathology Unit
- Provides professional overseership of the assigned Police Division, ensuring forensic standards are upheld.
- Conducts forensic pathological investigations into reportable deaths, including autopsies and preparation of comprehensive autopsy reports.
- Performs histology specimen loading and prepares detailed histology reports.
- Manages forensic medicine services and unit administration in the absence of the Chief Medical Officer or designated superiors.
- Ensures ongoing participation in internal and external quality assurance schemes, proficiency testing, and continuous professional development.
- Provides expert advice to stakeholders and affiliated bodies on matters relating to forensic services
- Establishes and maintains effective communication channels, fostering strong working relationships within the unit and across departments to achieve objectives.
- Maintains broad and current knowledge of local issues, police operational procedures, and divisional action plans.
- Actively contributes to all corporate requirements of the Fiji Police Force, aligning with institutional goals and strategic outputs.
Requirements
- Sound oral and written communication skills.
- An understanding of the requirements of the position and a demonstrated strong record of commitment and achievement in meeting customer needs.
- Knowledge of basic computer skills
- Appointee should have at least 2 years’ experience in this particular field of medicine.
- Assessed potential and ability in the performance of the role of Senior Medical Officer.
- Must have a Bachelor in Medicine and Bachelor in Surgery and completed or in the process of completing a Postgraduate Diploma in Pathology.
- All applicants for employment in the Fiji Police Force must be Fiji Citizens, under the age of 55 years, in sound health with a clean police record.
- Only successful applicants will be contacted for interview and will be required to provide a medical certificate and police clearance as a condition of employment.
- The Fiji Police Force is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
- Applications are encouraged from all eligible, qualified applicants
Salary
MD3B $116,889.99
How to Apply
The Commissioner of Police invites suitably qualified and eligible applicants to register their interest for the position through the link provided on our Fiji Police Force Facebook Page as shown below.
forms.gle Process
To apply and be eligible for consideration applicants must submit the following documents only:
1. Signed Application letter
2. Current CV/Resume with three (3) Referees contact details and must contain an active email address and telephone contact of applicant
3. Copies of Academic Transcripts and Certificates
4. Certified True Copy of Birth Certificate
No application will be accepted at the counter/email
Late applications will not be considered.
For further enquires please contact:
Ms. Merlin Marovia on 9905471 or email at Merlin.Marovia@police.org.fj Landline 3343777 Ext 325137 or Ms. Lolohea Hawili on email at Lolohea.Hawili@police.org.fj Ext 325138,325139.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifications and certifications are required to apply for the Principal Medical Officer (Forensic Pathology) role with the Fiji Police Force?
Applicants must hold a medical degree recognised by the Fiji Medical Council, followed by specialist training and certification in forensic pathology, typically through the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (RCPA) or equivalent internationally accredited body. Registration with the Fiji Medical Council is mandatory, and prior experience in medico-legal death investigation within a Pacific or Commonwealth jurisdiction is highly valued.
What does a typical day look like for a Principal Medical Officer (Forensic Pathology) in the Fiji Police Force?
Daily duties include conducting post-mortem examinations on sudden, unnatural, or suspicious deaths across Fiji’s islands, preparing detailed forensic reports for coroners and courts, and liaising with police investigators and legal officers. Travel to regional morgues or crime scenes may be required, and work often involves coordinating with rural health facilities where forensic support infrastructure is limited.
How does the local work culture in Fiji influence expectations for this role?
Respect for hierarchy, strong interpersonal communication, and cultural sensitivity—especially when engaging with iTaukei and Indo-Fijian communities during death investigations—are essential. Punctuality and formal professional conduct are expected, but flexibility is needed given logistical constraints such as inter-island transport delays or community protocols around death and mourning.
What career progression opportunities exist for a Principal Medical Officer (Forensic Pathology) within Fiji’s public health and justice systems?
This role may lead to senior advisory positions within the Ministry of Health, the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, or the Fiji Judiciary’s expert witness framework. Some officers transition into national policy development for death investigation standards or take on mentoring roles for junior pathologists through the Fiji School of Medicine or regional Pacific training initiatives.
What benefits—such as leave, medical aid, and pension—can I expect in this position?
As a public service appointment under the Fiji Public Service Commission, the role includes annual leave, sick leave, and maternity/paternity leave per the Public Service Act. Comprehensive government medical coverage and membership in the Fiji National Provident Fund (FNPF) are standard, with additional allowances possible for remote postings or on-call duties.
How do I apply, and what do Fiji employers specifically look for in candidates for this role?
Applications are submitted through the Fiji Public Service Commission’s official portal or advertised vacancies on the Fiji Government website and Fiji Times. Employers prioritise candidates with proven forensic autopsy experience, familiarity with Fiji’s Coroners Act and Criminal Procedure Decree, and demonstrated ability to deliver clear expert testimony in Fijian courts—fluency in English is required, and knowledge of local languages is an advantage.