The Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) Manager is the lead project position on GEDSI in REnew Pacific. The GEDSI Manager will lead implementation of the program’s GEDSI Plan and act as the focal point for GEDSI performance and results.

Alinea International is seeking an individual or team to lead an independent review and learning initiative on community-based disaster risk management (CBDRM) and climate change adaptation (CCA) under the Disaster READY program funded by DFAT and delivered across Pacific nations and Timor-Leste. This contract-based role, valued at up to AUD $100,000, will run from May 2025 to February 2026, requiring approximately 70 days of input, including both desk-based work and in-country travel. The review will assess the effectiveness, inclusiveness, and impact of CBDRM/CCA initiatives, foster cross-country learning, and provide forward-looking recommendations. Applications close 28 May 2025.

Abt Global is seeking a suitably qualified individual to fill the role of Evaluation Specialist to be based in Port Moresby, PNG.

Abt Global is seeking a suitably qualified individual to fill the role of MERLA Officer for the Western Province Partnership to be based in Daru, Western Province.

Reporting to the Senior Program Manager, the Program Officer is a key member of a small program team implementing the DFAT-funded Cambodia Development Support Unit (CDSU) program. The Program Officer will support delivery of program activities by undertaking operations, logistics, and administrative functions. A key responsibility is procurement and contract management of technical advisers and other sub-contracted suppliers. The Program Officer also supports project and budget management activities and stakeholder engagement. 

The position is based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia and is a locally recruited role National or returning national candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. 

To apply for this role, please submit a resume and cover letter addressing the below selection criteria to asiapacific@developmentpathways.co.uk. 

Closing Date: Wednesday, 23 April 2025, 11:59 AEST, but applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis 

Abt Global is seeking a highly qualified individual to fill the Localisation Manager role on the Australia PNG Subnational Program. This role is based in Buka, Autonomous Region of Bougainville, Papua New Guinea and open to PNG Citizens only.

• Seeking a qualified professional with knowledge of evaluation concepts and methodologies and experience in the international development sector
• Manage data collection and reporting to support and enhance monitoring, evaluation and research functions of a disability and gender-based violence Program.
• Work with a variety of stakeholders, including Government to meet diverse reporting requirements and provide high quality information and data to influence policy and planning with evidence. 
• Locally engaged position, based in Phnom Penh 

Request for Proposal – Regional Trade for Development

Implementation Consultant and Event Organiser for Strengthening E-Commerce Dispute Settlement Processes in Lao PDR

About RT4D

The Regional Trade for Development (RT4D) Facility supports ASEAN Member States to maximise benefits from the upgraded ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (AANZFTA) and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) Agreement. Through the AANZFTA Implementation Support Program (AISP) and the RCEP Implementation Support Program (RISP), RT4D provides tailored support to enhance the capabilities of ASEAN Member States by strengthening skills, building networks, facilitating policy options and ensuring that trade benefits everyone, including Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), women and people with disabilities.

Also operating under RT4D is the Trade and Gender Equality Incubator (TGEI), an initiative funded by the Australian Government. The incubator tests ideas and methods, drawing on promising examples, that integrate gender in trade policy, technical cooperation, and development programming. The Governments of Australia and New Zealand have committed up to AUD 48.7 million to fund RT4D from 2020-21 to 2027-28.

Project Summary

The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) Implementation Support Program (RISP), implemented through the Regional Trade for Development (RT4D) Facility, aims to support ASEAN Member States (AMSs) to realise the full benefits of RCEP through the provision of capacity-building support and access to technical expertise. The primary objective of this project is to develop institutional capacity and establish a practical framework for resolving e-commerce disputes in Lao PDR, aligning with commitments under the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP). The initiative focuses on building competencies within key government agencies and engaging the private sector and MSMEs to foster a collaborative approach. By developing a roadmap, conducting workshops, and leveraging digital platforms, the project aims to create a sustainable, inclusive e-commerce dispute resolution ecosystem.

Palladium is a global company working to design, develop and deliver positive impact on the lives and livelihoods of people around the globe. We operate in over 90 countries and have a workforce of more than 4,000 talented, motivated, and diverse staff of all religions, races, languages, and gender identities. 

Palladium and the Pacific Labour Mobility Support Program (PLMSP) are seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from qualified consultant firms to deliver economic modelling and analysis on the economic impacts of the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme in Australia. The analysis will provide economic analysis and policy insights at the national, sectoral, regional and local scales.

This EOI is the first step in a two-stage process to select a suitable consultancy firm to provide the required services. Where consultants are shortlisted to the next stage, they will be provided with more detail to prepare a full proposal. After the second stage, a preferred consultant will be selected and engaged to undertake the required work. The timeframe for delivery of these services is from the beginning of May to mid-August 2025.

etra Tech International Development is seeking a Learning and Development Specialist to support the Australia Awards Papua New Guinea (AAPNG) program and work collaboratively with the Government of Papua New Guinea Department of Personnel Management with the implementation learning and development plans.

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The Opportunity

• Short-term adviser position, up to 30 input days over three-months
• Must be available to travel and work in PNG
• Key position working closely with the Department of Personnel Management

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Learning and Development Specialist to work alongside the Secretary for the Department of Personnel Management (DPM). The Learning and Development Specialist will be responsible for providing high-level advice and co-facilitation of workshops for multiple agencies, assisting with the development, review, and implementation of select GoPNG agency learning and development plans.