About the Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform
The Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform is an Australian Government initiative funded by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and managed by DT Global. It provides Pacific Countries with a suite of flexible, fit-for-purpose options that support broad governance and stable development outcomes.
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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About the Opportunity
We are keen to hear from senior development professionals with a strong track record in providing strategic leadership and support to adviser‑led investments in small island and fragile contexts. The Program Director will play a critical role in ensuring donor‑funded investments deliver their intended economic governance outcomes across small Pacific Island states, including countries such as Tuvalu, Nauru, Kiribati, and the Republic of the Marshall Islands, through strong strategic leadership, adaptive management, and a focus on continuous learning and improvement.
The role provides overall leadership and stewardship across a cohort of Advisers working collectively towards shared objectives. The Program Director will work closely with government counterparts particularly Ministries and central agencies as well as Australian Government representatives, development partners, and in‑country and remote personnel. A strong understanding of how economic and public financial management systems operate in small island administrations, including the realities of capacity constraints, overlapping roles, and relationship‑based decision‑making, is critical to success in this role.
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About You
This opportunity is suited to a senior development with extensive experience leading people and supporting delivery in complex international development contexts. You will be a strong people leader, approachable, empathetic, and resilient with a proven ability to provide mentoring, professional support, and pastoral care to Advisers working in demanding environments, often away from their usual support networks. This role will require significant in country presence and the ability to mobilize to partner country reflecting the importance of close on the ground engagement to build strong and trusted relations and support effective program delivery.
You will bring excellent relationship‑management and strategic‑thinking skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility with Pacific government counterparts and partner stakeholders. Strong communication and analytical capabilities are essential, including the ability to produce high‑quality reports, briefs, and strategic advice. Desirable experience includes work in economic governance, public financial management, or economics; leading or designing adviser‑based donor investments in the Pacific; and living and working in small island or low‑capacity settings with an understanding of government systems and decision‑making processes.
If you are motivated by supporting people to do their best work, partnering with Pacific governments to deliver practical and meaningful outcomes, and contributing to sustainable economic development in small island states, we encourage you to register your interest.
How to apply
HOW TO APPLY
We welcome your interest in joining the Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform.
To submit your application, kindly click on the link to apply Expressions of Interest – Program Director. Please include:
1. Your resume detailing your work history relevant to the role;
2. Cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (maximum 2 pages)
Only applications submitted through the online portal, with all required documents, will be considered.
Expressions of interest close 5 June 2026 at 11:59 pm AEDT
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. Applicants may be contacted to establish a merit list for similar roles in other Pacific Island countries.
Amendments to the position’s terms of reference may be made during the period of engagement as required.. We can make adjustments during the recruitment process for people with a disability. If required, please contact our recruitment team via email at recruitment@auspacpartnerships.com.au to discuss how we can support you.
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