JOB DESCRIPTION

Program Background

DT Global has been engaged by the Australian Government’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) to manage the Building Community Engagement in Papua New Guinea (BCEP) Program. BCEP represents a significant investment in promoting participatory democracy in PNG, with a goal to strengthen citizen-government engagement for improved service delivery and provision of public goods.

About DT Global Asia Pacific

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

To work with the Lead GEDSI Consultant to review and update BCEP’s GEDSI Strategy, ensuring it is contextually relevant, evidence based, and informed by inclusive, participatory consultations with a wide range of PNG stakeholders from government and civil society. The national GEDSI Consultant will lead and facilitate in-country consultations, ensuring local voices, priorities, and lived experiences are central to the updated strategy.

Click on the link or copy paste it to access the full Terms of Reference for this position:

https://tinyurl.com/GEDSI-National-Consultant

About You

 

· Relevant tertiary qualifications in social science, gender studies, or relevant discipline.

· A minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in gender equality, disability, and social inclusion, and/ or social inclusion in development programs.

· Demonstrated experience in facilitating participatory consultations and qualitative research.

· Strong understanding of PNG’s GEDSI context, including national policies, cultural dynamics, and development challenges.

· Familiarity with DFAT’s GEDSI and disability inclusion frameworks.

· Experience supporting strategy development and/or program reviews

· Strong networks with PNG civil society, government, and community organizations.

Why join BCEP?

By joining the Building Community Engagement in Papua New Guinea (BCEP) Program, 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.

HOW TO APPLY
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Please submit
1) Your CV
2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteria

APPLICATIONS CLOSE Tuesday 21st October 2025, /11:59 PM (PNG Time)

Should this role be of interest; we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. 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.

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements