Program Background

The Southeast Asia and Australia Government Partnerships program (SEAG2G) supports a shared vision for a peaceful, stable and prosperous region. Government partnerships facilitate connections between public institutions across Southeast Asia and Australia to share knowledge and build policy and technical capability between trusted peers. Through deeper collaboration, governments can tackle shared challenges and create enduring, inclusive opportunities for economies, the climate and our diverse and vibrant communities. 

SEAG2G provides resources to deepen and broaden relationships between Australian and Southeast Asian countries across four thematic priorities:

1.     Climate change and energy transition

2.     Education and skills

3.     Sustainable agriculture and food security

4.     Effective and inclusive public institutions

The two outcomes of SEAG2G include:

1.     Broader and deeper partnerships between Australian and Southeast Asian government institutions in targeted areas of mutual interest.

2.     Southeast Asia Government Entities improve policy and practice in identified thematic priority areas in support of economic and social development.

Gender equality, disability and social inclusion (GEDSI) are important priorities for SEAG2G. The program’s approach to GEDSI seeks to ensure that people in all their diversity benefit from SEAG2G activities through the identification and addressing of key GEDSI issues relevant to the program’s sectoral themes and activities.

SEAG2G is led by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) Office of Southeast Asia, with DT Global as the managing contractor. The program works across Australia and Southeast Asia.

 About DT Global Asia Pacific

At DT Global Asia Pacific, we aim to positively impact people’s lives through delivery excellence. As a leading implementing partner across Asia and the Pacific, we co-create locally led solutions in partnership with governments, communities, and stakeholders. We bring together talented teams and deep regional expertise to deliver initiatives that promote inclusive economic growth, essential services, and resilient, secure communities. With over 1,500 staff, experts in 22+ countries and more than 60 years of development experience, we tackle complex community, national and transnational challenges — from governance and justice systems to climate resilience, infrastructure and social equity — with innovative thinking and a commitment to long-term impact.

For more information, please see www.dt-global.com

The Role
SEAG2G is recruiting for a panel of consultants with expertise in the following sectors or areas. This opportunity is primarily home based with potential travel in the region.

• Partnership brokering, training and facilitation
• Gender equality, disability and social inclusion (GEDSI)
• Climate change resilience, integration, mitigation and risk management
• Political economy analysis, localisation and policy development expertise
• Strategic communications, media and public relations, graphic design, social media
• Training or workshop facilitation, secretariat and editorial activity support, event planning and management support

From this recruitment process, SEAG2G will form a technical panel of experts and advisors valid for two years with possible extension. Panel members will demonstrate a range of skills and experience that can be matched to a variety of inputs. Key responsibilities and reporting lines will vary depending on the nature of the technical expertise and the services to be provided.

Successful candidates will be placed on the panel managed by DT Global and contracted through a Deed of Standing Offer. Opportunities will be made available to members on an as-needed basis, and panel members may be invited to quote opportunities (depending on the requirements of the task). Each time a consultant on the Panel is offered an assignment, a services order will be signed outlining the terms of the assignment. 

Please note that being on the Panel does not guarantee work. 

If your application is not considered applicable for the initial needs of the panel, you may be put on a merit list and notified of future roles.

Click on the link or copy paste it to access the full Terms of Reference for this position: https://tinyurl.com/yz8ptnje

About You

• Relevant training or educational qualifications and/or at least 7 years of experience
• Demonstrated communication skills, and experience conveying complex information to stakeholders of varying levels of experience or ability
• Demonstrated understanding of the development context in Southeast Asia or specific Southeast Asian countries (Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam)
• Ability to write high quality written materials including reporting in English
• Ability to review, refine and ensure the clarity and consistency of written materials, meeting style guide and stakeholder expectations
• Highly developed interpersonal skills and an ability to work in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity
• Experience working with Australian and/or Southeast Asian government agencies.
• Experience in development programming in Southeast Asia.
• Experience in DFAT development programming.
• Experience and commitment to applying safeguarding principles.
• Commitment to advancing gender equality, disability equity and rights, and social inclusion.

Personal attributes

• Ability to work under pressure and, at times, meet multiple deadlines.
• Ability to work as part of a team, including with team members in different locations.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work with multiple stakeholders and interrelate with various cultures and sectors.
• Highly developed interpersonal and cross-cultural skills and an instinct for collaboration, working within complex institutional structures.

Why join Southeast Asia and Australia Government Partnerships Program

Southeast Asia and Australia Government Partnerships (SEAG2G) is an Australian whole-of-government initiative to deepen institutional partnerships between Australia and Southeast Asian countries, driven by our shared commitment to a peaceful, stable and prosperous region. The program enables two-way collaboration between agencies to share knowledge and tools and build policy and technical capability. Through stronger, deeper partnerships, Southeast Asia and Australia can create mutual and inclusive opportunities for economies, the climate and our diverse and vibrant communities.

How to Apply

We welcome your interest in becoming an SEAG2G Technical Panel Member. Applications must include the

following:

• Your CV
• A cover letter of no more than 2 pages highlighting your suitability and indicating your specific areas, sectors and countries of expertise, relevant experience or previous assignments and your daily consultant rate in AUD
• At least two referee contacts
• If the applicant is a company/organisation, complete the Preliminary Due Diligence Statement at Annex 1.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Monday 18 May 2026, 11:59 pm Manila time

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only complete applications will be considered and shortlisted applicants contacted.

Other information

Amendments to the position’s terms of reference may be made during the period of the engagement as required.

DT Global Asia Pacific Pty Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or national origin. DT Global Asia Pacific Pty Ltd prohibits discriminating against employees and job applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant.

We can make adjustments during the recruitment process for people with a disability. If required, please contact our recruitment team via email at recruitment@seag2gpartnerships.com to discuss how we can support you. 

Our organisation is committed to child protection and safeguarding the welfare of children in the delivery of our international development programs. Recruitment and selection procedures reflect this commitment. We are committed to safety and the prevention of sexual abuse and harassment, child protection and bribery prevention.

We want to engage with the right people to deliver our client programs. As part of our approach you will be subjected to formal background screening, criminal record checks, employment verification, and periodic compliance checks. All our staff receive safety, compliance and safeguards training and are responsible for contributing to a safer working culture.

Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.  Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

DT Global is committed to child protection and safeguarding the welfare of children in the delivery of our international development programs. We are committed to Safety and the Prevention of Sexual Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), and bribery prevention. DT Global is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage women, men, people with diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities to apply. This program is funded by the Australian Government and Managed by DT Global.