Expression of Interest: Gender Equality, Disability & Social Inclusion (GEDSI) and Safeguarding Lead roles

Job Description

· Pacific Program roles in-country

· Roles may be short or long-term, depending on
program needs

We invite Expressions of Interest from experienced GEDSI and Safeguarding experts who are passionate about advancing equitable, inclusive and safe development outcomes across the Pacific region.

We are seeking senior technical leaders to provide strategic oversight, operational leadership and technical excellence across donor-funded development programs to strengthen outcomes for women, girls, people with disabilities and marginalised communities across Pacific contexts.

Working closely with government counterparts and civil society partners, you will play a critical role in ensuring programs are inclusive, accountable, evidence-informed and compliant with donor safeguarding
requirements.

We are interested in hearing from professionals who bring:

• Demonstrated senior experience in GEDSI and safeguarding leadership within
  international development or humanitarian programs
• Strong understanding of Pacific contexts, including government systems, civil
  society and community-based approaches
• Experience of leading the design and implementation of GEDSI strategies and
  mainstreaming approaches for donor-funded programs (preferably DFAT),
  including safeguarding compliance
• Capacity to providing technical advice and capacity strengthening to program teams
  and partners
• Experience in ensuring robust implementation of Child Protection, PSEAH and
  safeguarding related policies in line with donor and organisational requirements
• Strong people leadership, stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
• A collaborative, inclusive and values-driven leadership style

To register your interest, please submit a CV highlighting your relevant GEDSI, safeguarding and Pacific
experience.

We welcome and thank all applications; however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Closing Date: 19 March 2026 (11:59pm AEST)

About the Organization

JTA is a health and social sector consulting and project management firm with ten years experience operating in Australia and the Asia–Pacific region. JTA offers extensive health and social sector expertise, national and international networks of consultants and tertiary knowledge institutions, and strong, cooperative relationships with partners. JTA has an established track record in implementing a diverse portfolio of large-scale programs, including turn-key projects, multi-site programs and domestic and international consultancies and training activities. Our expertise lie within the following areas of operation: -International Social Sector Development -Mining and Industry Social Services -Public and Community Health -Clinical Health Services -Executive Search and Recruitment Within these areas we provide a unique combination of project management expertise including; capacity building, logistical support, human resource management, financial management, program monitoring and evaluation, technical expertise and an indepth understanding of the country context in which we operate.