About the Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform
The Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform supports Australia and partner Pacific countries as they continue working together to build a stable, prosperous and secure region. The Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform provides Nauru, Kiribati, Tuvalu, and other countries with flexible, fit-for-purpose services that support development investments in governance, stability, and resilience. The Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform is supported by the Australian Government and managed by DT Global.
For more information, please see http://www.partnershipsplatform.org
About DT Global
DT Global is shaping a future where sustainable development and innovation empower individuals, communities, and nations. We work in partnership with local stakeholders to foster inclusive prosperity, social equity, and environmental stewardship. Our global team of 2,500 staff and experts work in over 90 countries to solve complex problems in the peacebuilding, governance, economic development, environment, and human development sectors. With a track record of technical excellence and more than 60 years of international development experience and relationships, we deliver innovative solutions that transform lives.
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The Role
• 2-month duration
• Accompanied role with a competitive remuneration and benefits package.
• Applicants from this position may be used to establish a merit list for similar roles in other Pacific countries.
Position Description
This role will be working with the Revenue Department of the Treasury Division, within the Government of Kiribati’s Ministry of Finance and Economic Development (MFED) in Tarawa, Kiribati.MFED and all relevant Ministries will support this role to ensure that the scoping of the current Revenue Management System (RMS) captures the gaps and the needs of the Government of Kiribati. This will include a process that will be consultative and transparent.
The Tax Commissioner will be responsible for ensuring that the Consultant coordinates and liaises with relevant personnel and Ministries. This may include providing an office space for the Consultant and accompanying the Consultant to relevant meetings.
The purpose of this scoping work would be to determine what work needs to be completed to ensure a successful upgrade of the RMS, the timeframe, and budget. The overall objective is to plan for a smooth operation of an upgrade of the current RMS, within MFED. These in turn will support public financial management reforms for improved service delivery in Kiribati.
Relationship management, performance management and reporting
The Revenue Management Systems Consultant will report to the First Secretary, DFAT, and the Partnerships Platform Country Lead, with performance management undertaken jointly by these parties and the DT Global Contractor Representative.
Key outputs and deliverables will be defined through the development of an agreed workplan and reported against regularly. Click on the link or copy and paste it to access the full Terms of Reference for this position: https://bit.ly/43mG7dX
Selection Criteria
Essential personal attributes of all Partnerships Platform personnel
- High degree of flexibility, and resilience, with the ability to adapt quickly with proven ability to work remotely.
- Be open-minded, keen to listen and learn and respectful.
- Commitment to meeting deadlines in accordance with set service level agreements.
- Commitment to building relationships in a team environment.
- Demonstrated aptitude for living and working effectively in a remote, resource-constrained and cross-cultural context.
- Understanding of and commitment to Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI), Child Protection, PSEAH, prevention of human trafficking, environmental protection, anti-corruption and other DFAT safeguarding policies. Failure to uphold these policies may result in termination.
Essential qualifications and experience
- Tertiary qualifications relevant to information systems, software development, or a related discipline.
- Proven experience in managing and operating of Revenue Management Systems.
- Proven ability to provide strategic and tailored advice within complex organisational and policy settings, preferably within the Pacific.
- High-level analytic skills with the ability to demonstrate sound judgement to achieve outcomes.
- Strong project management skills, including excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to set out detailed steps required, follow assigned tasks to completion, and set up monitoring systems.
- Strong work ethic and demonstrated ability to follow matters through to conclusion.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Must hold a full driver’s licence or be willing to make own arrangements for a driver while in-country.
Desirable experience and knowledge
- Experience living and working in a resource-constrained environment.
How to apply
We welcome your interest in joining the program and the Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform. Please ensure you review the Terms of Reference before applying.
To submit your application, kindly click on the ‘Apply Now’ button and ensure to Upload your resume/ cover letter as part of the application process;
- Please note that we will only accept applications submitted through the online portal.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE THURSDAY, 10 APRIL 2025 AT 11.59 PM AEDT
Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. 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.
