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

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

Under the guidance of Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) Lead and Advisors, the GEDSI Coordinator will support the integration of gender across Pacific Australia Skills by operationalizing the Gender and Social Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan. The role will support the MEL team to ensure gender and social inclusion are embedded within MEL systems and reporting and ensure gender is incorporated into country plans. The role will also support the Skills Strengthening Manager and Skills Advisers to ensure GEDSI is embedded in training and education programs and partnership activities.  

To support enhanced skills across Pacific Australia Skills, the role will facilitate professional development in gender responsive approaches for Pacific Australia Skills staff and other stakeholders. The role will support the communications team to produce products which demonstrate practices which enable gender equality, equity and rights to shift norms.  

Roles and Responsibilities

·   Support the GEDSI lead and Advisors to undertake consultation to inform the development and implementation of the Gender and Social Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan. 

·    Support the GEDSI lead to develop, implement, monitor and review the Strategy and Action Plan. 

·  Undertake research and literature reviews to inform advice and approaches to GEDSI mainstreaming across Pacific Australia Skills, as well as the programs management and operations. 

·    Facilitate and lead gender professional development training for Pacific Australia Skills and stakeholders. 

·    Supporting women’s leadership in the skills sector through establishing mentorship and accompaniment programs and establishing a community of practice. 

·    Support the communications team to develop communication, public diplomacy and advocacy products which demonstrate practices which enable gender equality, equity and rights, to shift norms.  

About You

Essential Experience and Knowledge

·    Tertiary qualifications in gender, international development, social sciences, or another relevant field. 

·    Demonstrated experience in a similar role preferably in Samoa or across the Pacific and Timor-Leste. 

·    Extensive experience in gender policy, advisory or programming. 

·    Demonstrated understanding of DFAT priorities and development challenges related to gender equity and rights and how they apply in the Pacific region and Timor Leste. 

·    Excellent communication, facilitation and coordination skills.  

·    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.  

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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 19 August 2025
  
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.