The purpose of these Terms of Reference (ToR) is to engage an Independent Evaluation Committee Member to support a live procurement process being led by the Vanuatu National Provident Fund (VNPF). 

Background

VNPF has approached a number of firms to undertake a comprehensive business case study on establishing a VNPF superannuation entity in Australia. The proposed purpose of establishing the entity is to provide an option for Pacific-Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme workers and Vanuatu diaspora.

The objectives of the business case study engagement are to:

a) Assess the feasibility of establishing a superannuation entity in Australia for ni-Vanuatu citizens and recommend possible short-term (Trustee arrangements) and long-term (VNPF Registered Superannuation Entity) options as well to undertake an assessment of how these options could interact with future portability arrangements between Australia and Vanuatu. 

b) Produce a business case for recommended short- and long-term options outlining strategic goals, a proposed governance structure, legal, financial and marketing considerations and a draft implementation roadmap.

About Pacific Labour Mobility Support Program     

The Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme is a signature initiative for the Australian Government that enables workers from 9 Pacific Island Countries (PICs) and Timor- Leste to work in priority sectors in Australia. The Pacific Labour Mobility Support Program’s (PLMSP) role is to provide the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and governments in 9 PICs and Timor-Leste with support to enable workers to access PALM scheme in inclusive ways that maximise the benefits for the workers and national economies while minimising risks from labour mobility participation. Palladium is contracted to deliver PLMSP on behalf of DFAT.  

Timor Leste Scale Up

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Timor-Leste Prime Minister Xanana Gusmão released a joint statement on 21 December 2024 announcing bilateral funding of nearly A$50m (A$48.6m) for the Timor-Leste-Australia Labour Mobility and Skills Partnership, to equip Timorese workers with job-ready skills and provide them with more employment opportunities. The Partnership will help contribute to long term economic growth for Timor Leste and will assist the country to achieve its target of 10,000 workers in the PALM scheme by 2027-28.

This Opportunity  

The Infrastructure Advisor will be responsible for providing strategic and technical advice to DFAT on infrastructure investments, primarily a new centre for labour mobility operations for the Timor-Leste Government’s Secretariate of State for Employment and Vocational Training. 

This role will be required for up to 90 days in the current financial year. 

Leadership Program Coordinator – ASEAN-Australia Centre Leadership Program 

• Fixed term contract up to end April 2026 (with possible extension)
• Competitive salary and flexible work options    
• Australia based 

About Pacific Labour Mobility Support Program     

The Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme is a signature initiative for the Australian Government that enables workers from 9 Pacific Island Countries (PICs) and Timor-Leste to work in priority sectors in Australia. The Pacific Labour Mobility Support Program’s (PLMSP) role is to provide the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and governments in 9 PICs and Timor-Leste with support to enable workers to access PALM scheme in inclusive ways that maximise the benefits for the workers and national economies while minimising risks from labour mobility participation. Palladium is contracted to deliver PLMSP on behalf of DFAT.  

Timor-Leste Scale Up

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Timor-Leste Prime Minister Xanana Gusmão released a joint statement on 21 December 2024 announcing bilateral funding of nearly A$50m (A$48.6m) for the Timor-Leste-Australia Labour Mobility and Skills Partnership, to equip Timorese workers with job-ready skills and provide them with more employment opportunities. The Partnership will help contribute to long term economic growth for Timor-Leste and will assist the country to achieve its target of 10,000 workers in the PALM scheme by 2027-28.

This Opportunity  

The Timor-Leste Scale Up Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the implementation of the Timor-Leste Scale Up project. This will be achieved by managing project activities, a comprehensive budget, and a dedicated team, while adhering to established project management methodologies. The project manager will also pay a key role in quality reporting and risk management.

The role reports to the Labour Mobility Regional Manager (RM) based in Brisbane, whilst receiving regular guidance on policy, internal political sensitives and potential risks from the PLMSP Engagement Manager based in Timor-Leste.

This is a 2-year fixed term contract with opportunity for extension.

Investing in Women is looking for a Philippine-based proponent to develop a gender-informed, life-cycle responsive roadmap to improve women’s workforce participation in the Philippines. 

Location: Brisbane 
Full-time
2-year fixed term contract
Must have valid work rights in Australia

• Play a role in Australia’s humanitarian logistics capability, supporting rapid and coordinated emergency responses across the Indo-Pacific.
• Champion operational excellence, inclusion, and impact in one of Australia’s most critical humanitarian programs.
• Work collaboratively with diverse teams and partners to ensure humanitarian supplies reach the right people, in the right way, at the right time.

Contribute to a world where people, communities and the planet thrive.

Tetra Tech International Development is a leading development consulting firm working with government, businesses, and NGOs to solve complex development challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. For more information please visit our website 

The Opportunity:

The Humanitarian Logistics Capability (HLC), based in Brisbane, plays a vital role in Australia’s rapid and coordinated humanitarian response across the Indo-Pacific. As Response Coordinator, you will contribute to HLC’s humanitarian response and service order management activities by providing essential operational and administrative support.

Reporting to the Humanitarian Response Lead, you will work closely with and support the Response Operations Managers in the delivery of HLC activities and activations. This role offers a hands-on opportunity to assist with logistics planning, coordination, deployment, and operational readiness across the program. You will also engage with key partners, including DFAT, ADF, and humanitarian organisations, helping to ensure the timely and flexible delivery of emergency relief.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in humanitarian logistics, working as part of a high-performing team and contributing to the effective delivery of emergency supplies to communities in need.

Abt Global is seeking a highly qualified individual for an Investment Screening Adviser on the Australia – PNG Economic Partnership (APEP) Program. This role will support the Central Agency Coordinating Committee (CACC), Department of Prime Minister and National Executive Council (PMNEC) and will be based in Port Moresby.

Overview

The Kokoda Initiative Partnership (KIP) is aligned to the Government of PNG (GoPNG) Kokoda Initiative Master Plan (KIMP) established to protect the Kokoda Track, Brown River catchment and Owen Stanley Range; improve services for local communities; enhance the trekking experience; improve safety; and preserve the Kokoda Track region’s unique culture and military history. The KIMP outlines the framework through which GoPNG support and investments are aligned. It depicts three discrete pillars of support, the Track, the People, and the Environment.

The KIP contributes to KIMP through five End of Program Outcomes (EOPOs).

• EOPO 1: The Kokoda Track remains open, safe, and accessible for visitors and community members.

• EOPO 2: NMAG and the Kokoda Track Authority (KTA)/Kokoda Track Management Authority (KTMA) identify, protect, and promote military heritage.

• EOPO 3: Kokoda Track communities are engaged in more diversified income earning activities and have improved health and education outcomes.

• EOPO 4: Women and vulnerable groups have improved access to income generation opportunities and inclusive services.

• EOPO 5: The Kokoda Track Protected Area (the current IPZ) is managed sustainably and consistently with consent of landowners and communities.

Tetra Tech International Development, the Managing Contractor for the Australia Awards in Indonesia (AAI) is seeking tenders for the design and delivery of the challenge of mis and disinformation: fostering information integrity and media literacy in the digital age 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.

The Australia Awards South Asia & Mongolia program is seeking technical proposals from Registered Training Organisations in Australia, or Australian tertiary institutions as defined in the Higher Education Support Act, 2003 Table A, B and C, to design and deliver a Short Course on Championing Excellence: India-Australia Para-Athletic Coaching Short Course (India).