Short Term Adviser (STA) - GEDSI Strategy Development Consultant

Job Description

Program Background
The Australia Indonesia Partnership for Justice Phase 3 (AIPJ3) is a five-year, A$63 million investment by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) to work in partnership with the Government of Indonesia (GOI) to support advancement of its priority law and justice reforms. Building on previous phases, AIPJ3 will support partners to deliver activities against agreed policy priorities, while maintaining flexibility to respond to emerging needs and opportunities. The program focuses on seven policy priorities that are important to Australia and Indonesia: accountability and transparency, criminal justice reform, preventing violent extremism, transnational crime cooperation, commercial law, access to justice, and women’s leadership.

The Role
The objective of this assignment is to provide high-quality writing, structuring, and process support for the development of the AIPJ3 GEDSI Strategy, ensuring the document is clear for stakeholders, coherent, analytically sound, and aligned with DFAT GEDSI principles and justice sector priorities.
Under the direction of the Equity Lead, the consultant will:

1. Draft, structure, and consolidate the GEDSI Strategy document in clear, professional English.
2. Translate technical inputs, consultations, and analytical discussions into a coherent and well-structured strategy.
3. Utilise presentation formats including graphics and data that reinforce key arguments and engage readers  
4. Work closely with the Equity Lead and Disability Inclusion Advisor to design and refine the strategy development process, including drafting milestones and review stages.
5. Integrate feedback from the Program team. 
6. Ensure the GEDSI Strategy reflects Indonesia justice sector contexts.
7. Support quality assurance and finalisation of a submission-ready GEDSI Strategy.

The consultant will function as part of the GEDSI Strategy team and will not be expected to work independently of the Equity Lead and Senior Disability Advisor.

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About You

The consultant will deliver:

1. A structured outline of the GEDSI Strategy.
2. Draft versions of the GEDSI Strategy.
3. A final GEDSI Strategy document in polished English, ready for internal, DT Global and DFAT expert review.

The consultant will report to the Equity Lead, working closely with the Senior Disability Advisor and relevant AIPJ3 team members. All deliverables will be subject to review and approval by AIPJ3 and DT Global.

Selection Criteria

1. Must possess at least 10 (ten) years of demonstrated experience in policy, strategy, or analytical writing in English, preferably in international development or donor-funded programs.
2. Strong ability to structure complex ideas into clear, logical written documents utilising presentation techniques to engage readers.
3. Proven experience working collaboratively with technical leads and advisers.
4. Excellent written English.
5. Experience in GEDSI / gender equality, intersectionality, masculinity, and social inclusion.
6. Understanding of the justice sector and justice reform contexts in Indonesia.
7. Familiarity with DFAT programs or similar bilateral/multilateral initiatives.

Why join Australia Indonesia Partnership for Justice Phase 3 (AIPJ3)?
By joining the Australia Indonesia Partnership for Justice Phase 3 (AIPJ3), you will be part of an environment where you can collaborate with leading experts from diverse backgrounds, access development programs to achieve your career goals, and be challenged to take a global outlook.

HOW TO APPLY
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Please submit:

1. Curriculum Vitae.
2. A brief cover letter outlining relevant experience and availability.
3. At least one sample of previous written work in English (e.g. strategy, policy paper, analytical report) related to GEDSI and/or other social justice topic, demonstrating strong writing and structuring capability.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 6 January 2026 04.00 PM (GMT+7)

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.

About the Organization

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.

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