STA Skills Adviser Leadership & Management

Program BackgroundPacific 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.About DT Global Asia PacificAt 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.comThe RoleThe Skills Adviser, drawing on their prior experience in the skills and training sector across the Pacific and Timor-Leste within the Australia Pacific Training Coalition (APTC) will provide training and technical input to the Pacific Australia Skills team for initiatives that develop national skills development capability to meet the demands of labor markets and nationally accredited qualificationsThe Skills Adviser reports to the Skills Strengthening Manager to develop and implement activities that include training, coaching and mentoring of partner trainers to support improvements in curriculum, learning materials and resources to ensure training and delivery meets the requirements of the relevant national regulator. The Skills Adviser needs to be self-directed and able to work in remote and often difficult locations with the position located occasionally in Suva, but activity expected across Fiji.Roles and Responsibilities* Provide advice and practical solutions to support partner training providers to meet national regulatory requirements for registration, accreditation, training delivery and administration. * Under the direction and guidance of the Skills Strengthening Manager assist with the mentoring, coaching and support of partner institution staff in the development and delivery of training that complies with national regulatory requirements and meets industry demand. * Attend and support the request from Higher Education Commission of Fiji (HECF) for technical assistance and support. * Where allocated support the facilitation of locally led skills development and systems strengthening activities that support national and partner skills development priorities and align with program outcomes. * Lead and manage effective teaching and learning within classroom, workplace, simulated and online learning environments utilising flexible, blended and inclusive techniques. * Provide advice and support to strengthen partnerships with local industry and community and other local stakeholders as and when required. * Provide information as required to support reporting, strategic communications, and planning, monitoring, evaluation and learning requirements. * Actively participate in staff meetings, vocational networks, professional practice meetings and other activities relevant to the role. * Develop and implement Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) strategies where appropriate for each program. * Other tasks as required to support the smooth establishment of Pacific Australia Skills.Selection CriteriaEssential Experience and KnowledgeWithin the context of the role description, the ideal applicant will be someone who has the following key capabilities:* Demonstrated experience in the delivery of vocational training and assessment, along with a minimum of 2 years relevant industry experience in a Leadership and Management position. * Current knowledge of training packages and experience using a wide range of flexible and effective learning methodologies and the ability to implement these in a cultural and inclusive manner. * Demonstrated skills in mentoring and/or coaching others to facilitate capability development and support change in a culturally sensitive manner. * Proven ability to work collaboratively and ethically with local skills development partners, government and stakeholders on quality skills improvement initiatives * Understanding of and commitment to Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI), Child Protection, Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), prevention of human trafficking, environmental protection, anti-corruption and other DFAT safeguarding policies.Desirable* DT Global strongly encourages applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds including first nations, diverse SOGIESC and people with disabilities. * People with lived experience of the countries in which Pacific Australia Skills operate are strongly encouraged to apply. * Understanding of and commitment to Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI), Child Protection, Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), prevention of human trafficking, environmental protection, anti-corruption and other DFAT safeguarding policies.Click on the link or copy paste it to access the full Terms of Reference for this position: https://tinyurl.com/3c6m7d37HOW TO APPLYHOW TO APPLYClick the link to apply: STA Skills Adviser Leadership & ManagementPlease submit1) Your CV2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteriaAPPLICATIONS CLOSE: 11:59pm Fiji Time, Sunday 15 March 2026.Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. All applications will be reviewed on a 'rolling basis'. 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.