Tetra Tech International Development, the Managing Contractor for the Australia Awards in Indonesia (AAI) is seeking tenders for the design and delivery of the Strengthening the higher education system in Indonesia short course. Tenders are sought in accordance with the AAI Short Course Guidelines and as per the details more fully described in this Request for Tender (RFT) documentation.

Details of the course are included in Part B – Scope of Services.

To tender to design and deliver this course the lead business must be a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) in Australia or an Australian tertiary institution as defined in the Higher Education Support Act, 2003 Table A, B and C.

AAI will exclude a tenderer on the grounds of bankruptcy, insolvency, false declarations, or significant deficiencies in performance of any substantive requirement or obligation under a prior contract with Tetra Tech International Development or AAI.

Duration

Until 31 October 2025 (6-8 months)

Location

Hanoi, Vietnam

Reports to

P4I Energy Lead

Closing date

04 Apr 2025

About P4I

Partnerships for Infrastructure (P4I) is an Australian Government initiative partnering with Southeast Asia to drive sustainable, inclusive, and resilient growth through quality infrastructure. P4I partners with Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).

P4I works with partners to strengthen infrastructure decision-making and practice across the transport, energy, utilities and telecommunications sectors. P4I’s focus is on the early stages of the infrastructure lifecycle, including planning and prioritisation, financing strategy, and procurement.

The four main services offered by P4I are linkages with Australian government agencies and other institutions, technical and policy advice, infrastructure project advice and knowledge-sharing and learning.
As the foundation of quality infrastructure, P4I also integrates gender equality, disability, and social inclusion, and disaster risk reduction and climate change considerations into all activities.

Delivered through a single team, P4I is led by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) in collaboration with Ernst & Young, Adam Smith International, The Asia Foundation and Ninti One. P4I has a head office in Bangkok, with other staff located around the region.

Scope of Work

The responsibilities of the Expert will depend on specific skills and job requirements, as well as the needs of P4I and ERAV in knowledge sharing and capacity building for ERAV. The Expert will provide support to ERAV’s Power Market Department under the expert-sharing cooperation mechanism. Responsibilities will be based on the Expert’s qualifications and may include (but are not limited to) the following tasks as requested for research by P4I and ERAV.

1. Facilitate ongoing technical collaboration with ERAV through expert support, knowledge sharing, joint research, and capacity-building initiatives.
2. Sharing information on the activities on the survey and Market Analysis and Technical Support as requested
   • Collection of Quantitative Data:
      
     1. Gather historical market data, including electricity demand, generation, pricing trends, and settlement outcomes.
     2. Collect statistics on market participation, such as the number of wholesalers, independent power producers (IPPs), and renewable energy generators.
     3. Obtain data on curtailment rates for renewable energy, grid congestion issues, and system outages.
   • Qualitative Data Collection:
      
     1. Conduct interviews and surveys with key stakeholders, including ERAV, market participants, grid operators, and independent power producers.
     2. Gather insights into operational challenges, regulatory hurdles, and market design concerns directly from stakeholders.
   • Market Analysis and Technical Support:
      
     1. Conduct in-depth analysis of Vietnam’s wholesale electricity market (VWEM), including its design, implementation, and alignment with intended objectives.
     2. Identify challenges and propose practical solutions for improving the VWEM, addressing inefficiencies, transparency, and market participation.
   • Policy and Regulatory Guidance:
      
     1. Provide insights into Vietnam’s regulatory and policy landscape, particularly the New Electricity Law and related regulations (e.g., Circular No. 21/2024/TT-BCT, etc.).
     2. Advise on integrating renewable energy and implementing mechanisms like direct power purchase agreements to foster private sector investment.
   • Knowledge Transfer and Capacity Building:
      
     1. Assist in organizing workshops, training sessions, and stakeholder consultations to share Australia’s experience in competitive power markets and renewable energy integration.
     2. Support ERAV in building institutional capacity to implement and manage wholesale market reforms effectively.
   • Engagement with Stakeholders:
      
     1. Serve as the primary local liaison with ERAV and other key stakeholders (e.g., energy companies, government agencies, and market participants).
     2. Facilitate communication between P4I’s Australian experts and Vietnamese stakeholders, ensuring mutual understanding of technical concepts and recommendations.
   • Program Coordination:
      
     1. Coordinate local logistics for P4I’s program activities, including meetings, site visits, and events.
     2. Monitor program progress and ensure alignment with P4I’s objectives and timelines.

Expression of Interest – Event Management Firms

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The opportunity

• Open for firms/organizations based in Malaysia

Background

The Aus4ASEAN Futures Initiative is a 10-year, AUD204 million investment by the Australian Government, progressing the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) between ASEAN and Australia established in October 2021. It is a vital program in strengthening the relationship and positive dialogue between Australia and ASEAN. At the core of the support is a trust fund that will support jointly approved ASEAN priority projects. Aus4ASEAN Futures will work across ASEAN’s three community pillars, namely the Economic Community (AEC), Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC) and Political-Security Community (APSC). It also supports cross cutting issues within ASEAN and further strengthens engagement between Australia and ASEAN.

DFAT has contracted Tetra Tech to support Aus4ASEAN Futures. As the Managing Contractor for the Technical Services and Support Program (TSSP) component of Aus4ASEAN Futures, Tetra Tech provides technical, logistics, and project support for Aus4ASEAN Futures activities designed to enhance partnership and integration into ASEAN systems across all three ASEAN community pillars.

Events Specialist Consultant – Aus4ASEAN Futures - TSSP

The Aus4ASEAN Futures TSSP is seeking to recruit a dedicated Events Specialist Consultant to lead on the planning, management, organization and delivery of high-quality Aus4ASEAN Futures-funded events during the Malaysia chair year (2025).

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The opportunity

• Based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The Aus4ASEAN Futures Initiative is a 10-year, AUD204 million investment by the Australian Government, progressing the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) between ASEAN and Australia established in October 2021. It is a vital program in strengthening the relationship and positive dialogue between Australia and ASEAN. At the core of the support is a trust fund that will support jointly approved ASEAN priority projects. Aus4ASEAN Futures will work across ASEAN’s three community pillars, namely the Economic Community (AEC), Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC) and Political-Security Community (APSC). It also supports cross cutting issues within ASEAN and further strengthens engagement between Australia and ASEAN.

Aus4ASEAN Futures is embedded in the ASEAN Secretariat (ASEC), mobilizing resources through an ASEAN trust account, and using ASEAN systems. Aus4ASEAN Futures is governed by a Joint Planning and Review Committee (JPRC) comprised of representatives from ASEAN Member States (AMS) and Australia that meets annually to review program progress and approve forward work planning. A Program Management Team (PMT) comprised of the Aus4ASEAN Program Director(s) and representatives from ASEC are responsible for the delivery of the Program within ASEC. They are supported in the implementation of the program by a Program Planning & Monitoring Support Unit (PPMSU), based in the ASEAN Secretariat, Jakarta.

The PPMSU was established in early 2023 when the program primarily supported the ASEAN Economic Community and related cross-cutting priorities, such as Connectivity. It is expected that Aus4ASEAN Futures’ support will continue to expand to increasingly cover the ASEAN Socio-Cultural and Political Security Communities as well. The PPMSU works closely with:

a) The ASEAN Secretariat (ASEC).

b) The DFAT Mission to the ASEAN; and

c) The Technical Services and Support Program (TSSP) Team

DFAT has contracted Tetra Tech to support Aus4ASEAN Futures. As the Managing Contractor for the Technical Services and Support Program (TSSP) component of Aus4ASEAN Futures, Tetra Tech provides technical, logistics, and project support for Aus4ASEAN Futures activities designed to enhance partnership and integration into ASEAN systems across all three ASEAN community pillars.

Malaysia will formally take over the annual rotating chairmanship of ASEAN in January 2025. During its chair year, Malaysia will convene several high-level events involving participants from ASEAN member states and globally, most likely to be supported by Aus4ASEAN Futures. These events will include face-to-face and online components and held in Malaysia throughout 2025.  

The role is best suited to a candidate with strong leadership, strategic thinking, facilitation, and proven experience in regional program management.

The role is best suited to a candidate with strong leadership, strategic thinking, facilitation, and proven experience in regional program management.

Senior Program Officer- Judicial Learning and Development

Are you passionate about supporting rights-based justice in the Philippines? Tetra Tech International Development is looking for an experienced Senior Program Officer- Judicial Learning and Development. This position will support the capacity of judges and court personnel to deliver quality administration and adjudication of cases on a range of specialist and technical areas.

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The opportunity

• Based in Manila, Philippines
• Available to Philippines Nationals
• Initial 12-month contract, with the opportunity for extension

FAIR Justice Program

The Fostering Advancement of Inclusive, Rights Based (FAIR) Justice Program (the Program) will advance Australia and Philippines’ shared commitment to the rule of law, rights-based justice, and strong and accountable institutions, as vital to the stability, security, and prosperity in the Philippines and in the Indo Pacific region. Building on Australia and the Philippines’ longstanding cooperation in law and justice, the Program will support a broader justice system strengthening and ensure greater synergy with DFAT’s investments in promoting rights-based justice, countering terrorism and violent extremism, combatting human trafficking and protecting children against online abuse and exploitation, as well as justice initiatives of other donors and development partners.

Aus4ASEAN Futures

Aus4ASEAN Futures builds on the ASEAN-Australia Development Cooperation Program phase 2 (AADCPII), a highly regarded program which has provided support to the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) for 12 years. Aus4ASEAN Futures is embedded in the ASEAN Secretariat (ASEC) mobilizing resources through an ASEAN trust fund account and using ASEAN procurement systems. This model of partnership and deep integration into ASEAN systems is highly valued by ASEAN and unique to Australia. It demonstrates Australia’s commitment to be responsive to ASEAN priorities and requests, and work as a true partner to ASEAN.

Aus4ASEAN Futures is a $204 million investment over ten years. It will support activities in the ASEAN Political Security Community (APSC), ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC) and AEC. The introduction of these communities will enable Australia to engage with ASEAN across a diverse range of strategic and emerging areas, from climate change to mental health, disaster preparedness to marine debris. Developing stronger links across a wide range of themes, it will increase connections with ASEAN and more effectively support a more resilient and integrated region.

The goal for Aus4ASEAN Futures is a “peaceful, prosperous, and inclusive” ASEAN with the following End of Program Outcomes:

(a) ASEAN member states’ planning, policies and programs more effectively support all Communities to promote:

(i) economic recovery, integration and connectivity.

(ii) inclusive resilient communities; and

(iii) peaceful, rules-based systems.

(b) ASEAN programs, plans and policies more effectively integrate cross-cutting issues including social inclusion, gender equality and disability.

(c) Australia is recognized for its positive contribution to ASEAN.

Key responsibilities

· Develop and implement a Communications and Public Diplomacy strategy, in consultation with both DFAT and ASEAN stakeholders.

· Develop and deliver new social media channels where Program updates will be shared, accessible to both an ASEAN and Australian audience.

· Develop case studies to showcase Program accomplishments and achievements.

· Launch an internal communications campaign, where new branding, social media channels and collective narrative are shared with relevant internal stakeholders, possibly over several weeks through consistent social media posts or other creative communications.

· Set-up a system for collecting and sharing Program impact, including mainstreaming communication into individual projects, and establishing consistent pathways for sharing this content with key audiences. The Comms and PD Adviser should also consider a creative platform for ongoing communications over the duration of the Program.

· Develop training and provide technical support to the ASEAN Secretariat divisions responsible for public affairs, outreach and strategic communications.

· Lead the launch specific flagship events to highlight the Program’s outputs including a Futures Dialogue or Futures Week, which will help to showcase activities related to ASEAN’s post-2025 workplans and speaks to the “futures” theme of the Program’s name; and

· Manage travel and events as part of the Program and public affairs strategy and provide advice on any opportunities for DFAT to engage and collaborate with the ASEAN Secretariat and/or other relevant parties on policy and strategy.