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.

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The Role

The Application Developer will provide technical expertise on application development projects of all sizes for Pacific Australia Skills, utilizing formal software development and project management methodologies.  

Roles and Responsibilities 

• Maintain the Pacific Australia Skills corporate, operational and educational software systems
• Provide technical guidance to strategic communications Team Leader to maintain the Pacific Australia Skills website including coordination of layout updates requested by content owners and regular spot of checks of site functionality
• Assist the Snr Applications Developer in diagnosing and resolving issues with Pacific Australia Skills Management Information System
• Undertake regular research initiatives (testing and evaluating) to support recommendations for new systems for Pacific Australia Skills as directed by the ICT Manager.
• Develop and maintain the Application Architecture of Pacific Australia Skills with relevant information.
• Evaluate existing applications to reprogram, update and add new features and complete tasks allocated via the ICT Service Desk.
• Develop and administer rollout plans for new or upgraded software for staff and students in use at Pacific Australia Skills including quick guides/support material to ensure successful adoption.
• Ensure effective integration of Pacific Australia Skills software platforms.
• Maintain a current knowledge and awareness of developments in web design and programming languages, server-based database development and associated technologies and software applications.

Selection Criteria

Essential Experience and Knowledge 

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in developing applications in an enterprise environment
• Enterprise level experience working with Microsoft O365 Technologies (Power Platforms)
• Experience with automation; Development and integration of operational workflows.
• Experience working with SQL server.
• Knowledge and experience of application deployment and Source Code Management.
• Experience developing technical documentation for software projects.
• Well-developed analytical and conceptual skills including the ability to evaluate, plan and manage projects.

Desirable 

• A Degree qualification in a related field and minimum 2-year experience in software development. 

• Experience in coding languages and different platform (C#, ASP.Net). 

• Demonstrated experience in website administration using CMS. 

• Knowledgeable in SQL queries. 

• High-level written and verbal communication skills in English with the ability to deliver in-house training to staff. 

• Proven ability to develop system documentation, policies and procedures. 

• Understanding of and commitment to Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI), Child Protection, Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), prevention of human trafficking, environmental protection, anti-corruption and other DFAT safeguarding policies. 

• DT strongly encourages applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds including first nations, diverse SOGIESC and people with disabilities.
   

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HOW TO APPLY
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Please submit
1) Your CV
2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteria

  
APPLICATIONS CLOSE 11:59pm Fiji Time, Tuesday 05 May 2026
  
Should this role be of interest; we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. All applications will be reviewed on a 'rolling basis'. 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.