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The Opportunity:

As part of Australia’s continued investment in the health of our Region, the Australian Government has launched a five-year $620 million Partnerships for a Healthy Region (PHR) Initiative. PHR will support the prevention and control of communicable and non-communicable diseases, advance sexual and reproductive health and rights, and bolster national health systems in the Region, including regulatory mechanisms and health information systems. It will also progress key cross-cutting priorities, including gender equality, disability and social inclusion (GEDSI), One Health, climate change, and community engagement, including to reflect and embed Australia’s approach to First Nations engagement.

The initiative will be delivered in partnership with a range of development partners including Australian government agencies, multilateral and regional bodies, product development partnerships, and leading health institutions from Australia and the region.

PHR will be delivered in countries of the Pacific (Kiribati, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, Nauru, Niue, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Republic of Marshall Islands, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu) and Southeast Asia (Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam)

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is seeking a PHR Coordinator to support PHR activities and coordination in Indonesia. The role of the PHR Coordinator will be to improve the effectiveness, coherence and quality of PHR activities and ensure alignment with partner government priorities. The position will also support DFAT Post to have a high level of visibility of PHR activities, maximise synergies and avoid duplication with bilateral health programming.

Specific Duties:

The PHR Coordinator will support the implementation of PHR and ensure that Post, GHD and geographic divisions are aware of implementation progress, key developments and risks, by:

• Supporting Post and Canberra priorities including travel to the region of implementing partners and DFAT official visits under PHR, including the preparation of programs and briefings. 
• Monitoring, analysing and providing strategic advice on activities under PHR in Indonesia
• Developing strong relationships across a broad range of stakeholders including partner government officials, multilateral organisations and donors to build local networks and anticipate and respond to stakeholder needs and expectations under PHR. 
• Represent Australia, with senior staff as appropriate in relevant meetings and forums, as required. 
• In concert with GHD’s Communications Team, support PHR communications and reporting, including leading on cable reporting on DFAT’s regional health programs and outcomes in Indonesia.
• Working with Post to identify and deliver public engagement and dialogue opportunities, including to which PHR partners can contribute to enhance visibility in-country. 
• Perform other duties as required. 

The position will also improve alignment between the bilateral program and PHR.

Key Requirements:

Required experience

• 5-10 years’ experience working in international development. Experience in the health sector, Indonesia, and/or with the Australian aid program is highly preferred.

Required qualifications and skills

• Aid management skills, including understanding of aid investment processes and practices including design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, budget management, risk management, and safeguards.
• Understanding of gender equality and disability-inclusive development principles and practices. 
• Demonstrated ability to liaise with multiple, diverse stakeholders, and build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders. 
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and make decisions under the support and general direction of the Post

Cultural & language requirements

• Professionally fluent in English and Bahasa Indonesia
• Demonstrates cross-cultural competence, values diversity, and treats all people with dignity and respect.

Desirable experience

• Demonstrated knowledge of Australia’s relationship to, or interests in Indonesia, including history of relations, current context, risks and opportunities, and key stakeholders.

How to apply:

Please submit your application online on the Abt Global website Partnerships for a Healthy Region – Indonesia Coordinator (National Position) - Abt Global attaching your resume/CV and a cover letter (as a single PDF document) addressing how you meet the key requirements of the role. The closing date for this position is Sunday, 03 November 2024 PM.

For any enquiries, please email us at recruitment@shsglobal.com.au 

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