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Our global team of 2,500 staff and experts work in over 90 countries to solve complex problems in the peacebuilding, governance, economic development, environment, and human development sectors. With a track record of technical excellence and more than 60 years of international development experience and relationships, we deliver innovative solutions that transform lives.

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About the Role

DT Global envisage an upcoming opportunity and is seeking Expressions of Interest for the following role:

Role: Climate Change Lead

Location: Suva or elsewhere in the Pacific/Australia, with availability to travel across the Pacific and Timor-Leste as required

Duration: 24 months, with possibility for extension.

The Climate Change Lead will drive sector and country specific climate analyses, strategies and action plans and ensure climate change is integrated across the Program.

We are seeking expressions of interest from those with a strong track record in climate change in the international development sector, who are client-focused, enjoy solving complex challenges, passionate about working collaboratively to deliver ideas and advice that can help our Pacific Island and Timor-Leste Country partners, and being part of a dynamic team. Should you have relevant experience, we are keen to hear from you.

About the Position

Duties and essential requirements for the role will include:

• Oversight of the development and implementation of the Program climate change strategy and action plan.
• Develop and implement climate change activities that contribute to the objectives and outcomes of the climate change strategy.
• Ensure climate change activities are on track and on-budget.
• Lead on cultivating meaningful relationships with stakeholders and partners across the Pacific region and Timor-Leste.
• Provide support to the Team Leader and Leadership Team to develop and maintain high-quality deliverables that demonstrate the Programs’ climate change focus, including Annual Work Plans, Quarterly Updates and other deliverables as required by the donor.
• Work closely with the MEL team to ensure that climate change is integrated into the MEL framework and plan.
• Other tasks and duties as required to ensure the smooth and effective delivery of the program.

About You

You are a team player with a high degree of flexibility, adaptability and resilience, with the ability to deliver high quality deliverables within deadlines. You are a high experienced GEDSI professional in the international development sector, with a strong track record leading high performing teams. You have a demonstrated aptitude for working effectively in a cross-cultural context.

Essential personal attributes:

• High degree of flexibility, resilience, with the ability to adapt quickly in a cross-cultural environment.
• Be open minded, keen to listen and learn and respectful.
• Commitment to meeting deadlines in accordance with set service level agreements.
• Commitment to building relationships in a team environment.
• Demonstrated aptitude for living and working effectively in a cross-cultural context.
• Understanding of and commitment to Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI), Child Protection, PSEAH, prevention of human trafficking, environmental protection, anti-corruption and other DFAT safeguarding policies.
• Ability to travel across the Pacific region and Timor-Leste, as required.

Selection Criteria

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications, with demonstrated experience in DFAT-funded programs.
• Strong experience leading climate change programming and strategies in the international development context.
• Demonstrated experience building relationships and partnerships in an international development context, with focus of supporting locally led programming.
• Proven success in coordinating program activities in multiple country contexts.
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets and resources to ensure timely implementation of deliverables.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to produce high-quality reports, briefs, workshops and other information exchanges with diverse audiences, including stakeholders at different levels.
• Proven experience in partnership engagement, working effectively with (for example) government agencies, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), donor organisations and other stakeholders to achieve shared development outcomes.
• Strategic and independent work approach, with a proactive, adaptable, and innovative problem-solving mindset focused on continuous improvement and achieving development outcomes.
• Experience working in the Pacific region, with an understanding of the local context, challenges, and opportunities to contribute to local development objectives.

How to Apply:

If you satisfy the requirements above and you are looking for a role in which you can make a difference, please attach your current resume and cover letter outlining your category of interest and relevant experience.

Kindly note this will be for long-term in-country program roles. Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to submit your application.

Please submit your details via the "APPLY NOW" button.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities, Pacific Islanders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQ+, women, mature age workers and people with different abilities.

Why join DT Global?

DT Global offers meaningful opportunities for each individual member of our team to grow, make an impact and leave a legacy for local communities, globally. By joining DT Global, you will be part of an environment where you can collaborate with leading experts from diverse backgrounds, access development programs to achieve your career goals, and be challenged to take a global outlook. At DT Global, we take care of the people that keep our business, clients and communities thriving. We offer benefits and initiatives to enhance your health and wellbeing, and to help you balance your career and personal life.

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.