We are seeking a GEDSI Specialist to help embed Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) across ACP4Climate. Working with partners, stakeholders and program teams, you will support inclusive program delivery and strengthen opportunities for diverse communities to participate in and benefit from climate resilience initiatives.
- Join an experienced and fast-growing team on a flagship climate resilience program in Cambodia.
- The role will be located in Phnom Penh, Cambodia and is open to Cambodian nationals only.
- Full-time, fixed-term for 12 months, with potential to extend.
Contribute to a world where people, communities and the planet thrive.
Tetra Tech International Development is a leading development consulting firm working with Government, businesses, and NGOs to solve complex development challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. For more information please visit our website
The Opportunity
Join the Australia Cambodia Partnership for Climate Resilience (ACP4Climate), the Australian Government's flagship climate investment in Cambodia, supporting improved water resource management and climate resilience. ACP4Climate works with government, private sector and community partners to strengthen climate-resilient water governance and improve resilience for vulnerable communities across Cambodia.
As the GEDSI Specialist, you will play a key role in implementing ACP4Climate's GEDSI Strategy and Action Plan and embedding inclusive approaches across program activities. Reporting to the GEDSI Lead, you will provide technical advice and quality assurance, support partners and stakeholders to strengthen GEDSI practice, contribute to monitoring and learning, and help build the capacity of program teams and partners to deliver inclusive and equitable outcomes.
This is an exciting opportunity for a development professional who is passionate about gender equality, disability inclusion and social inclusion, and who wants to contribute to meaningful climate resilience outcomes for diverse communities across Cambodia.
Key responsibilities
- Support the implementation of ACP4Climate's GEDSI Strategy and Action Plan.
- Provide GEDSI technical advice across program activities, partnerships and grants.
- Deliver GEDSI assessments, capacity strengthening activities and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
- Support program teams and partners to strengthen gender equality, disability inclusion and social inclusion outcomes.
- Review plans, tools, grants and technical products to ensure GEDSI is effectively integrated.
- Build the capability of staff, partners and stakeholders through training, coaching and practical guidance.
- Contribute to monitoring, learning, reporting and stakeholder engagement activities across the program.
About You
You are a collaborative and solutions-focused GEDSI professional who is passionate about inclusive development and creating positive outcomes for diverse communities. You can translate GEDSI principles into practical approaches and build strong relationships with a range of stakeholders.
You will bring:
- A relevant qualification in gender, social sciences, development studies or a related field.
- Strong experience in gender equality, disability inclusion and/or social inclusion within development programs.
- Experience providing GEDSI technical advice, capacity strengthening and stakeholder engagement support.
- Knowledge of gender equality, disability inclusion, Indigenous Peoples' participation and intersectional approaches.
- Experience working with government, civil society or representative organisations.
- Strong communication, facilitation and relationship management skills.
- Excellent written and spoken Khmer and English.
- Experience working on DFAT-funded or international development programs will be highly regarded.
How to Apply
If this opportunity has sparked your interest and you have the skills and expertise required, please click the "Apply for job" button via the Tetra Tech careers site.
Please submit:
- Resume
- Statement of suitability (not exceeding two pages), demonstrating how your qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and personal attributes align with the selection criteria.
Apply before 11:59pm AEST, 30 October 2026.
Why Tetra Tech International Development?
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