Program Support Officer, Tuvalu

**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 Role**

- **Part time role for initial 3 months with potential to transition into a full – time role**
- **Contract duration 12 months, with the option to extend for an additional 12 months**
- **Locally based role with competitive renumeration and benefits package**

The Program Officer will play a central role in supporting the day-to-day delivery of the Te Ao – Tuvalu-Australia Partnership on Economic Governance Program by providing high-quality administrative, logistical, and coordination support in-country. Reporting to the Program Director, the role serves as the primary local point of contact for program personnel and partners, ensuring smooth operations and effective implementation. Responsibilities include coordinating travel, accommodation, and in-country logistics; supporting inductions for incoming advisers and their families; facilitating stakeholder engagement and events; and contributing to communications and monitoring activities.

The Program Officer will also support staff safety and wellbeing by monitoring the local context and assisting with access to services, helping ensure the program operates efficiently, safely, and in alignment with its intended outcomes.

This is a locally engaged position, initially offered on a part-time basis (three days per week) for the first three months, with the potential to transition to a full-time role subject to performance and program requirements.

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**About You**

This role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to apply sound judgement to achieve practical outcomes, including the confidence to engage and negotiate effectively with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will bring demonstrated experience or a strong understanding of the Tuvalu context, alongside an appreciation of cross-cutting development issues such as gender equality, anti-corruption, and disability inclusion. Excellent communication skills, including clear and concise report writing, are highly desirable. Prior exposure to government or public sector settings in small Pacific contexts will be an advantage

**This role is open to Tuvaluan nationals with the right to live and work in Tuvalu.**