About the opportunity
The Australian Government through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) has commissioned the Partnerships for Social Protection program (P4SP), implemented by DT Global. P4SP is an eight-year program supporting governments in Pacific nations to strengthen their national social protection systems. The Program Officer supports the effective implementation of regional program activities, processes, and logistics—with a particular focus on the development, coordination, and delivery of learning activities, e-learning materials, research, MERLA, communications, and event management. This remote, home-based position may be based in Fiji, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, or Adelaide, with occasional in-person presence at DT Global office locations.
Salary and benefits
- Full-time employment contract from January 2027 to September 2029
- Opportunity to develop deep expertise in social protection within international development in the Pacific region
Who can apply?
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., international development, social policy, public policy, project management, communications)
- A minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Excel), Smartsheet, and Canva
- Strong verbal and written English communication skills
- An understanding of international development
- Experience and skills in program management
- Flexibility, adaptability, strong time management skills, and excellent team working skills
- Ability to work effectively independently
- Australian or Fijian residency or a current work permit
Required documents
- Evidence of current work permit for the location in which the applicant is based
- National and/or International Police Clearance (upon selection)
- Medical clearance (upon selection)
When to apply
- Applications close at 5:00 PM AEST on 21st September 2026
How to apply
- Click on 'apply now' on the DT Global job advertisement via the provided application link
- Submit the required application details
Additional information
- Some intra/interstate and international travel within Australia and the Pacific region may be required
- Some out of hours and weekend work may occasionally be required
- The role reports to the Deputy Team Leader
- DT Global has a zero-tolerance approach to exploitation, abuse, fraud, and corruption, and enforces rigorous safeguarding policies
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Professionals with at least 3 years of experience in international development, social policy, or project management.
- Individuals comfortable working in a remote, home-based capacity with occasional travel.
- Candidates proficient in Microsoft Office, Smartsheet, and Canva who enjoy coordinating learning and research activities.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role requires occasional out-of-hours and weekend work to support regional activities.
- Applicants must hold a valid work permit for their location in Australia or Fiji.
- The position involves some intra/interstate and international travel, which may require flexibility.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is an excellent fit for someone looking to build deep expertise in social protection systems within the Pacific region. It offers a structured, two-year engagement that balances remote work with meaningful international development collaboration.
Our take
This is a strong opportunity for development professionals seeking a remote-hybrid role with a focus on regional impact. It is less suitable for those unable to travel or those without the required residency or work permits in the specified locations.
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