Job description
- 12 months and up to 24 months extension.
- Accompanied role with a competitive remuneration and benefits package.
- Applicants from this position may be used to establish a merit list for similar roles in other Pacific Island Countries.
The Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform (The Partnerships Platform) is looking for motivated and skilled professionals who are keen to make a difference. We seek passionate staff who work collaboratively to deliver ideas and advice that can help our Pacific Island Country partners meet their governance and stability goals. The Partnerships Platform is seeking an experienced and motivated Infrastructure Adviser with a proven track record of working across governments to improve collaboration across departments and be able to support the Department of Infrastructure Development counterparts in working effectively with all stakeholders.
The Adviser will work across Government of Nauru to improve collaboration across departments and will support Department of Infrastructure Development counterparts to work effectively with all stakeholders. They will have a role in supporting the Government of Nauru to implement Australian aid funded projects and work with the Australian High Commission. The Infrastructure Adviser role reports directly to the Secretary for Infrastructure and has a strong focus on supporting the Department’s capacity development to work across Government.
The Adviser is expected to allocate approximately 60% of their time to providing support to the Department of Infrastructure Development, 20% to supporting whole of Government of Nauru implementation of priority Australian aid-funded infrastructure; and the remaining 20% to the Australian High Commission. The role will have a capacity development focus for staff within the Department of Infrastructure Development.
Objective and Core Functions:
- Advice to the Secretary for Infrastructure
- Relationship Development and Coordination
- Strategic Direction and Planning
- Building Organisational Capacity, Structure and Skills
- Operations and Reporting
The position is an accompanied, 12 months posting with the option to extend for 2 years. A competitive international standard remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate, including housing, and return airfares if required for international candidates.
Click on the link or copy and paste it to access the Candidate Information Pack, including the full Terms of Reference for this position: https://bit.ly/49LAKoI
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 stability development outcomes.
About the Department of Infrastructure Development
For this advisory role, the Partnerships Platform is partnering with the Department of Infrastructure Development, Government of Nauru and Australian High Commission in Nauru.
The Department of Infrastructure Development is responsible for the strategic oversight of Nauru’s infrastructure requirements and activities. The Department is headed by the Secretary for Infrastructure, reporting to the Minister of Infrastructure Development.
Key responsibilities and priorities of the Department include:
- Coordination of housing and road development.
- Sea wall construction and capital infrastructure (e.g. schools, hospitals, sports facilities).
Key projects funded with Australian aid include the port redevelopment project, the airport resurfacing project and the East Micronesia Cable.
The Department of Infrastructure Development provides strategic guidance and coordination of the activities, to ensure Nauru’s strategic priorities are met. The Department’s activities are guided by the Nauru National Sustainable Development Strategy (NSDS) 2019-2030 and the Nauru Integrated Infrastructure Strategic Plan (NIISP).
About You
We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate a high degree of flexibility, respect, resilience and adaptability, and a preparedness to work with limited resources in a challenging environment, this includes the ability to successfully build and manage relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.
To be successful in this role, you will have tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Architecture, Town Planning, Project Management, or related discipline. Experience in Public Sector reform initiatives, including an understanding of public policy and appropriate public sector interventions will be highly valued.
You will be required to demonstrate a strong understanding of, and commitment to Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI), child protection and the Prevention of Sexual Exploitation Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), anti-corruption and other DFAT safeguarding policies.
About Nauru
There are inherent opportunities and challenges that come with living and working in small island states, including considerations unique to remote locations. Applicants should consider these prior to applying.
- Basic location, geography and accessibility
- Cultural attributes and population size
- Long-term development challenges and opportunities, including climate change
- Access to health, education and telecommunications
- Availability of other goods and services
For further information please go to: https://www.dfat.gov.au/geo/nauru/nauru-country-brief
Other Information
Applicants (and approved dependents) will need to undergo psychometric and medical screening prior to deployment. Housing, mobilisation, and demobilisation airfares will be provided as part of the overall remuneration package. This position is accompanied, noting that the deployment of dependants will require assessment and approval by DT Global.
Amendments to the position’s terms of reference may be made during the period of the engagement as required.
Applicants from this position may be used to establish a merit list for similar roles in other Pacific Countries.
DT Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or national origin. DT Global, LLC prohibits discriminating against employees and job applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant.
Our organisation is committed to child protection and safeguarding the welfare of children in the delivery of our international development programs. Recruitment and selection procedures reflect this commitment. We are committed to safety and the prevention of sexual abuse and harassment, child protection and bribery prevention.
We want to engage with the right people to deliver our programs. As part of our approach, personnel are subjected to formal background screening, criminal record checks, employment verification, and periodic compliance checks. All our staff receive safety, compliance and safeguards training and are responsible for contributing to safer and more inclusive working culture. If personnel are suspected of breaching DT Global’s safeguarding policies, a confidential investigation will be carried out. If personnel are found to have breached DT Global’s safeguarding policies, disciplinary action will be taken, including possible termination of engagement.
HOW TO APPLY
We welcome your interest in joining the Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform as an Adviser. Please ensure you review the Candidate Information Pack before applying (click the link or copy and paste it into your browser): https://bit.ly/49LAKoI
To submit your application, kindly click on the ‘Apply Now’ button and ensure you upload your resume as part of the application process. You will also be required to provide a response in 160 words or less, to explain why you believe you are the ideal candidate for this position. Please note that we will only accept applications submitted through the online portal.
Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. 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.
About DT Global
DT Global works in partnership with communities, governments, and the private sector to deliver innovative solutions that transform lives. DT Global – launched in 2019 – is built on legacy companies AECOM’s International Development Services Sector, Development Transformations, IMC Worldwide, and Cardno International Development. To fulfil its profit-for-purpose mission, DT Global is a key donor to the DT Institute, an independent not-for-profit organisation, in support of DTI’s efforts to test new ideas or expand on donor partner priorities to improve as many lives as possible.
Our global team of 2,500 staff and experts work in over 90 countries. We bring over 60 years of experience, relationships, and technical excellence to improve lives on behalf of our partners, clients, and stakeholders. We aim to maximise sustainable development impact across a wide range of practice areas, including Conflict Prevention, Stabilisation & Transition; Economic Growth; Environment & Infrastructure; Governance; and Human Development. Together, we aim to positively impact 500 million lives by 2045.
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.
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