Description
Tetra Tech International Development is seeking a motivated Lead Procurement to provide operational leadership in procurement processes to the Aus4Skills Phase III, ensuring delivery of good practice standards as organisation and client policies.
Contribute your expertise to the Mekong-Australia Partnership Support Unit (MAP SU)
- Commencement: From December 2025 onwards (short-, medium-, and long-term assignments)
- Location: Southeast Asia (including Thailand); remote options available
About the Opportunity
Tetra Tech International Development, on behalf of the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), invites expressions of interest from qualified professionals and institutions to join the Technical Assistance Panel (TAP) as part of the Mekong-Australia Partnership Support Unit (MAP SU).
This is an exciting opportunity to support Australia's engagement in the Mekong subregion through high-quality technical inputs across key thematic areas. The TAP enables flexible, responsive, and impactful programming aligned with regional priorities.
Priority Areas of Expertise
Panel members may be engaged for assignments including:
- Strategic Media and Digital Communications for development
- Development of communication strategies and campaigns
- Media and public diplomacy engagement
- Digital content creation (e.g., photography, videography, infographics, storytelling platforms)
- Social media strategy and behavior change communication
- Gender Equality, Disability Equity, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI)
- Research: GEDSI assessments and scoping studies, GEDSI compliance audits, policy gaps review, GEDSI and sectoral policy briefs, technical analysis of sectoral-related policies, systems, processes, programs, and practices through a GEDSI lens
- Additional capacity building and training for regional stakeholders
- Strategic Planning and Coordination: regional (2+countries) events (or adding to an existing regional event) to discuss regional GEDSI sectoral issues, collaborative leadership, policy dialogues with a GEDSI lens, etc.
- Disability Inclusion
- Strategic guidance on disability-inclusive programming in a Mekong regional context
- Identification of entry points for disability equity and rights
- Disability audits across operations and program areas
- Environment and Climate Governance
- Political economy assessments and policy recommendations transboundary environmental issues (e.g., air pollution, haze, water pollution)
- Support for emerging climate and environmental priorities identified by Mekong government partners
Experience applying these skills in sectors across MAP thematic areas—such as climate resilience, water governance, GEDSI, economic resilience, and transnational crime—is highly desirable. Cross-cutting expertise across multiple areas is also valued.
About MAP SU
The MAP SU supports the delivery of selected Mekong-Australia Partnership (MAP) activities, as directed by the Mekong Hub at the Australian Embassy in Bangkok. This includes:
- Implementing the Leadership and Skills Program
- Providing enabling services for the Transnational Crime Program
- Supporting programming through technical assistance, event coordination, training delivery, and program management
MAP SU plays a key role in ensuring Australia is a trusted and reliable partner in promoting a resilient, inclusive, and sustainable Mekong subregion.
Key Responsibilities
As a member of the TAP, you may be engaged to:
- Provide strategic and technical advice
- Lead or support capacity-building and stakeholder engagement activities
- Conduct research, assessments, and audits
- Contribute to the design and delivery of communications and advocacy initiatives
- Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver high-impact solutions
Assignments will be based on program needs and DFAT priorities and may vary in duration and scope.
What are we looking for?
MAP SU is looking for individuals and/or institutions with demonstrated technical and subject matter expertise and experience in one or more areas within the scope of the listed technical support.
General competencies and qualifications individual members of the panel should demonstrate, include (but are not limited to):
- Tertiary or post graduate qualification in a relevant field such as international development, public policy, economic, public diplomacy, communications, media, gender, disability, climate, environment and water studies, or other relevant areas.
- Have 8+ years of demonstrated technical and subject matter expertise.
- Excellent understanding of Southeast Asia and/or ASEAN context, with demonstrated experience in regional and/or country-specific projects in Southeast Asia (preferably Mekong countries).
- Excellent analytical, writing and communication skills in English (knowledge of Southeast Asian languages is an asset but not required).
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Good management skills to deliver quality work and meet deadlines.
- Have experience working with donor-funded programs and/or ASEAN institutions.
- Committed to safeguarding principles, including gender equality, child protection, and prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse.
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How to apply
Click the "Apply for job" button on the Tetra Tech International Development website.
Please submit:
- Resume (not exceeding four pages)
- Statement of suitability (not exceeding two pages)
Apply before 11:59 PM (AEST) 04 January 2026.
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 your application, please email IDEV.HRServices@tetratech.com or phone (08) 8375 4400.
Position Type
Headquarter position
Project opportunity
Proposal and tender opportunity
Internship
Region
Australia and Indo-Pacific Teams and Clients
Sector
Agriculture and Food Security (International Development)
Climate Change Services (International Development)
Democracy, Rights, and Governance (International Development)
Economic Growth (International Development)
Education (International Development)
Energy (International Development)
Environment and Natural Resources (International Development)
Gender Equity, Disability, and Social Inclusion (International Development)
Health (International Development)
Infrastructure (International Development)
Institutional Strengthening and Localization (International Development)
Land Rights (International Development)
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (International Development)
Stabilization (International Development)
Water Security and Sanitation (International Development)
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