Inclusion and Safeguarding Adviser
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DT Global
Applications close Thursday, 10 September 2026
● Exciting opportunity for GEDSI professionals with the Pacific Australia Skills
● Contract full-time position open to Vanuatu Citizens only
● Based in Port Vila
The Organisation
Program Background
Pacific Australia Skills is a significant Australian investment which stands to make a major contribution to supporting social and economic growth in the region through strengthening the skills and training sector across the Pacific and Timor-Leste. Pacific Australia Skills builds on the achievements of 17 years of Australian Government support for skills and training in the Pacific and Timor-Leste.
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.
For more information, please see www.dt-global.com
The Position
Reporting to the Partnership Manager and under the guidance of the Inclusion Lead and the Regional Safeguards Manager, the Inclusion and Safeguarding Adviser will lead the integration of inclusion and safeguarding systems across Pacific Australia Skills Vanuatu. The role supports the operationalising of the Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, as well as effective implementation of Pacific Australia Skills safeguarding strategy in line with Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) Safeguarding Policies (Child Protection and PSEAH), DT Global safeguarding frameworks, and relevant national and international standards.
To enhance skills at the country level, the adviser will facilitate professional development in safeguarding and inclusive approaches for Pacific Australia Skills staff, partners and other stakeholders in Vanuatu. The role also supports the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) and Communications team to ensure inclusion is embedded within MEL systems, communication products and incorporated into country plans.
Essential Selection Criteria
► Tertiary qualifications in inclusion, international development, social sciences, community development or another relevant field.
► Demonstrated experience in a similar role within development programs or donor-funded projects, preferably Australian Government within Vanuatu.
► Experience supporting the coordination of training, workshops, or capacity building activities.
► Experience supporting partner engagement, program delivery, or project implementation activities.
► Demonstrated cultural awareness and ability to work effectively in Vanuatu context with oral communication skills in Bislama.
►Understanding of and commitment to Social Inclusion, Child Protection, Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), prevention of human trafficking, environmental protection, anti-corruption and other DFAT safeguarding policies.
Desirable Selection Criteria
► Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality
► Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and document management systems
► DT Global strongly encourages applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds including first nations, diverse SOGIESC and people with disabilities.
Job Description
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Apply Online
Applications for this role must be submitted online using the link below.
Do NOT email your application.
Applications close Thursday, 10 September 2026
People with lived experience of the regions in which Pacific Australia Skills operate are strongly encouraged to apply.
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