Request for Proposal – Regional Trade for Development Program 

Australia | Cambodia | Indonesia | Lao People's Democratic Republic  | Malaysia | New Zealand | Philippines | Singapore | Timor-Leste | Thailand | Viet Nam |

Project Summary

The AANZFTA Implementation Support Program (AISP), implemented RT4D Facility, aims to support AMS to realise the full benefits of AANZFTA upgrade through the provision of capacity-building support and access to technical expertise.

The following project is approved under AISP.

• Project Name: Development of Project Design for Technical and Capacity Building Support towards the Implementation of the AANZFTA Full Cumulation Guidelines.
• Project Objective: The project aims to support AANZFTA Parties by providing capacity-building activities and reference materials to facilitate decision-making and implementation of full cumulation provisions under the AANZFTA Second Protocol. The project has the following specific objectives:
  • Develop implementation reference materials that provide Proof of Origin (POO) issuing and customs authorities in AANZFTA Parties with guidance, practical examples and scenarios demonstrating how to implement cumulation in line with the Full Cumulation Guidelines
  • Provide POO issuing and customs authorities in AANZFTA Parties with capacity building support that addresses capacity and knowledge gaps in the implementation of full cumulation under the AANZFTA. This will be done through a hybrid capacity building program—a combination of online learning and in-country workshops—that strengthens the capacity of POO issuing and customs authorities to apply full cumulation provisions effectively.
  • Provide clear guidance to supply-chain participants (producers, suppliers, exporters, authorised exporters and importers) on the benefits and approaches to using full cumulation. This will be done through a Business Handbook that provides case studies and tangible guidance in line with the AANZFTA Full Cumulation Guidelines.

Project Summary

The AISP Implementation Support Program (AISP), implemented RT4D Facility, aims to support AMS to realise the full benefits of the AANZFTA through the provision of capacity-building support and access to technical expertise.

The following project is approved under the AISP.

• Project Name: “Development of Project Design for Providing for an ASEAN Common Guidelines to provide a Legal Framework and Examination Guidelines how Al generated trademarks and trademarks relating to the Metaverse are examined for registrability.”
• Project Objective: The objective of this Project is to develop a high quality and robust project design in close collaboration with the RT4D Facility, the Project Proponent, the ASEAN Secretariat and representatives from AANZFTA Governments. The project design will follow a standard RT4D template and specify in detail activities/tasks, outputs and outcomes, MEL/GEDSI/Communications strategies and approach to risk management for the project “Providing for an ASEAN Common Guidelines to provide a Legal Framework and Examination Guidelines how Al generated trademarks and trademarks relating to the Metaverse are examined for registrability.”

• Full-time to be located in Apia, Samoa. • Locally based role

Program Background

Pacific Australia Skills is a significant Australian investment which stands to make a major contribution to supporting social and economic growth in the region through strengthening the skills and training sector across the Pacific and Timor-Leste. Pacific Australia Skills builds on the achievements of 17 years of Australian Government support for skills and training in the Pacific. 

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

• Full-time to be located in Port Vila, Vanuatu. • Locally based role

This position is open to national applicants only

• Duration up to 31 December 2025 with possibility of extension
• Competitive remuneration and benefits package
• Based in Yaren, Nauru with possibility of flexible working arrangements

This position is open to national applicants only

Position Description

Australia Awards – South Asia & Mongolia is administered by Palladium on behalf of the Australian Government’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). The Program goal is to support eight partner countries – Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Mongolia, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka – in achieving their development goals through education and knowledge transfer, and to build enduring relationships with Australia that advance mutual interests. 

Australia Awards – South Asia & Mongolia is a multi-country program with service delivery offices currently in Colombo, Dhaka, Islamabad, Kathmandu, Thimphu and Ulaanbaatar – and, following an appointment to this position, now in Malé. Leadership, coordination, and support are provided by “the Hub” – a regional team based in Colombo and Australia. 

The first resident Australian High Commission in the Republic of Maldives opened in July 2023. With 700 Australian Awards alumni making significant contributions to Maldives in a range of fields, the High Commission is now stepping up the Australia Awards in-country presence and support.