Partnerships Lead Job Listing at Tetra Tech in Australia (Job ID 46593)

Description

Work on a global humanitarian program contributing to saving lives and alleviating suffering.

Contribute to a world where people, communities and the planet thrive.

Tetra Tech International Development is a leading development consulting firm working with government, businesses, and NGOs to solve complex development challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. For more information please visit our website .

The opportunity

• Australia or Fiji
• Open to national and international candidates
• Full-time until 30 June 2029

Australia Assists

Australia Assists is an Australian Government program that deploys skilled humanitarian specialists to support multilateral agencies, governments, civil society and communities to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters and conflict. Australia Assists' Goal is to: Save lives, alleviate suffering, and maintain human dignity during and in the aftermath of conflict, disasters and other humanitarian crises, and strengthen preparedness for the occurrence of such situations. The program's Objective is: Targeted deployment of humanitarian expertise that meets the priorities and needs of Australia's multilateral, bilateral and civil society partners and advances Australia's international humanitarian priorities.

Role Overview

The Partnerships Lead will support the Program Director in the development of a transitional partnerships workplan to establish formal partnerships with identified government, intergovernmental, Civil Society Organisations (CSO's) and other organisations and will have day-to-day responsibility for the planning, implementation and ongoing engagement with these counterparts, in support of Australia Assists activities.

Key responsibilities

• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with a variety of stakeholders
• Lead a review of Standby Partnerships during Inception to evaluate the types and relative merit of different deployments to inform a refreshed approach to prioritisation of partners and deployments to align with Australia Assists' updated theory of change and the new Australian Humanitarian Policy.
• Initiate conversations with partner agencies (initially focussed on those most relevant to Phase II EOPOs) during Transition to prioritise this dialogue and the establishment of partnerships through Inception. The two key stakeholders to enage are the SPC and the AHA Centre.
• Develop a Capacity Development Strategy and Action Plan. This strategy should take into consideration capacity assessments and baselining and provide secondment, exchanges, community of practice, training, learning resources, mentoring and coaching possibilities for host organisations, the roster and the AA Program team.
• Contribute to the overarching cross-cutting themes strategic framework which incorporates a Localisation Action Plan, Climate Change strategy and Workplan, First Nations Participation Plan and a Capacity Development Strategy and Action Plan ensuring alignment with humanitarian principles, national and regional frameworks, and DFAT's priorities.
• Develop a program Climate Strategy and Action Plan informed by detailed analysis of current and emerging priorities, identified partner needs and country-appropriate best practices.
• Manage program employees, contractors and advisors responsible for regional/country programs and cross-cutting priorities such as GEDSI, Climate Change, and localisation, ensuring their effective functioning and alignment with Program goals and standards

Selection criteria

• Bachelor's degree in International Development, Humanitarian Assistance, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining strong professional and collaborative relationships, negotiation and networking with government and community stakeholders.
• Strong strategic leadership, ensuring that the Program's activities align with humanitarian principles, regional frameworks, and DFAT's priorities.
• Extensive experience in program management and humanitarian assistance, with a strong understanding of international humanitarian principles and practices.
• The capacity to adapt Program strategies to changing circumstances and emerging needs in humanitarian contexts.
• Willingness to travel to Program sites or regional offices as needed.

For a complete position description please click here.

How to apply

Please submit your application by clicking "Apply for job" at the top of this page. Applications will only be accepted via the Tetra Tech International Development Website. Emailed applications will be disregarded.

A completed application includes:

• Resume
• Statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), demonstrating how your qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills and personal attributes align with the selection criteria

Apply before 11:59pm (AEDT) Sunday 8 December 2024.

Why Tetra Tech International Development?

As a leading development consulting firm, Tetra Tech International Development works with people and communities to solve some of the world's most complex challenges to achieve a positive impact.

Working at Tetra Tech International Development means working within a values-led organisation that invests in flexible work environments built on trust, safety and well-being. Through unified systems, flexible and supportive workplaces, we provide the foundations required for our team to enjoy the work they do and deliver value every day.

Read more about our culture, purpose and values here.

Tetra Tech International Development is an equal-opportunity employer and has a genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion. We encourage people with disability; First Nations Peoples; and people of all cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences to apply.

Should you require additional support with during as part of your application, please email  IDEV.HRServices@tetratech.com .

Position Type

Project opportunity

Region

Australia and Indo-Pacific Teams and Clients

Sector

Humanitarian Aid (International Development)

Disaster Preparedness, Response and Recovery (International Development)

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