Job Description
Program Background
The first phase of the Australia-Indonesia Partnership for Health Transformation (KITA SEHAT) is a four-year, approximately A$50 million investment by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) to work in partnership with the Government of Indonesia (GoI) to advance Indonesia’s human and animal health agendas in identified areas of high priority. Building on elements from the previous phases of Australia’s assistance in the health sector, including the Australia Indonesia Health Security Partnership (AIHSP), KITA SEHAT will continue to support health security and related systems strengthening in the human health and animal health sectors, while renewing Australia’s support for primary health care in line with Indonesia’s health transformation agenda.
Operating at national and selected subnational levels, the program will provide strategic advice on policy, governance, and service delivery approaches, with a strong alignment in areas where Australia can make distinctive contributions. KITA SEHAT will work through a range of mechanisms including technical assistance, public sector partnerships, research and CSO/NGO grants, and will coordinate with UN agencies and other development partners to ensure complementarity and avoid duplication. Gender equality, disability equity and social inclusion (GEDSI) and climate resilience will be a strong focus of the program and will be integral to achieving national health goals.
The program’s long-term goal will be guided by four end of program outcomes (EOPOs):
- Primary health care policy and governance – national and selected subnational authorities have adopted improved primary health policies, service delivery approaches and governance arrangements.
- Primary health services – selected subnational authorities have improved the quality of and access to primary health services with a focus on stunting prevention and the inclusion of women, people with disability and other marginalised groups.
- Health system enablers – national and selected subnational authorities have enhanced core workforce capabilities in critical human and animal health system enabling functions.
- Health security – national and selected subnational authorities have increased capacity for health security and animal health policy development, strategic planning and the assessment, mitigation and management of acute and emerging health threats.
Objectives of the Role
The Technical Gender Coordinator will be part of the GEDSI Team and will provide technical leadership to ensure gender equality considerations are systematically integrated across KITA SEHAT’s program activities. The role will support the embedding of GEDSI principles across program teams and work closely with the Technical Disability Coordinator and other technical specialists across the human and animal health sectors to strengthen inclusive program design, implementation, and learning.
The coordinator will support the technical design and implementation of gender-responsive interventions at national and sub-national levels, including strengthening the responsiveness of primary health care systems to vulnerable groups and ensuring equitable access to quality primary health care services. The role will also contribute to advancing gender equality within the human and animal health workforce, including promoting women’s leadership pathways, participation in decision-making, and professional advancement.
Working under the guidance of the GEDSI Lead, the Coordinator will support engagement with Government of Indonesia counterparts, DFAT, civil society organisations, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure gender equality priorities are embedded in program planning, partnerships, and implementation. The Coordinator will collaborate with technical, MEL, operations, and communications teams to support quality assurance and the effective delivery of gender-responsive activities.
Roles and Responsibilities
1. Technical Support and Implementation
- Support the day-to-day coordination and implementation of gender equality and broader social inclusion activities in line with the KITA SEHAT strategy and its overall goal of strengthening Indonesia’s health system transformation.
- Contribute technical inputs to ensure gender equality considerations are integrated across program design, implementation, monitoring, and learning processes.
- Work closely with the Technical Coordinator for Disability and technical members to ensure alignment and coherence in the implementation of GEDSI priorities across program activities.
- Support initiatives to strengthen primary health care responsiveness for vulnerable groups, diverse populations, and evolving gender norms influencing caregiving roles in the health sector.
- Support capacity building for the internal KITA SEHAT team to strengthen understanding and application of gender equality in health sector, and broader GEDSI principles in program activities.
- Support the development and application of technical tools, guidance, and frameworks to strengthen gender-responsive governance, service delivery, and workforce approaches.
- Assist in the design and implementation of GEDSI studies, pilots, and national or sub-national capacity-building initiatives, as required.
- Contribute to the preparation of implementation and progress reports, ensuring gender considerations and results are appropriately captured.
2. Stakeholder Engagement and Coordination
- Contribute to the planning and implementation of the GEDSI Strategy and Action Plan, including organising consultations and coordination meetings with relevant government counterparts.
- Support engagement with DFAT and Government of Indonesia counterparts on gender equality and GEDSI priorities within the health sector.
- Coordinate with the technical members and partner organization to ensure alignment and coherence in the implementation of GEDSI priorities across program activities.
- Coordinate with other DFAT-supported programs and partners to strengthen collaboration and knowledge sharing on gender equality and broader GEDSI priorities.
- Support engagement with civil society organisations, women rights organization, Organisations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs)—including organisations of persons with disabilities and organisations for persons with disabilities—as well as relevant and sub-national stakeholders.
- Work closely with the Technical Coordinator for Disability and other technical specialists across human and animal health sectors to ensure coherent GEDSI integration across program activities.
- Support coordination with Program, MEL, Operations, and Communications teams to strengthen the implementation and quality assurance of GEDSI mainstream and targeted activities.
3. Program Management, Compliance, and Reporting
- Assist with resource management, including gender-related work planning, budget allocation, and monitoring of activity expenditure.
- Coordinate with the Operations, Program, and Development Effectiveness teams to support compliance, quality assurance, and monitoring and evaluation of GEDSI-related activities.
- Support the GEDSI Lead in compiling evidence, documentation, and lessons learned for six-monthly and annual reporting, as well as knowledge and learning products from GEDSI implementation.
- Ensure compliance with DFAT, DT Global, and KITA SEHAT policies, including gender equality, disability inclusion, fraud and anti-corruption, child protection, PSEAH, and environmental safeguards.
- Uphold adherence to operational policies, procedures, and manuals issued by DT Global and KITA SEHAT.
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About You
Selection Criteria
Essential Experience and Knowledge
- A bachelor’s degree in social sciences, development studies, gender studies, public policy, public health, or a related field, with at least 5 years of relevant professional experience.
- Demonstrated experience and commitment to gender equality, disability equity, and social inclusion (GEDSI), including sound knowledge of relevant Government of Australia (GoA) and Government of Indonesia (GoI) policies and legislation.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement GEDSI-responsive approaches within programs or organisations.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to synthesise complex information and produce high-quality written reports and documentation.
- Strong attention to detail, with the ability to systematically analyse issues and identify practical solutions.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats with diverse audiences, including government stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and deliver high-quality outputs under tight deadlines.
- Proficiency in both English and Indonesian, with strong communication skills and experience engaging with stakeholders from diverse institutional backgrounds.
Desirable
- Experience working on a DFAT-funded development program and familiarity with DFAT strategies and policies related to GEDSI.
- Experience working in a GEDSI role within primary health care and/or animal health sectors.
- Familiarity with gender equality and women’s rights frameworks, particularly in relation to health systems and workforce development.
- Understanding of Indonesia’s decentralized governance context, including engagement with sub-national governments and local stakeholders.
Other Information
Amendments to the position’s terms of reference may be made during the period of the engagement as required.
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APPLICATIONS CLOSE 5 April 2026/ Jakarta Time
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.
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