Deputy Team Leader - Strategy & Programs

Job Description

Deputy Team Leader - Strategy & Programs About Pacific Labour Mobility Support Program The Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme is a signature initiative for the Australian Government that enables workers from 9 Pacific Island Countries (PICs) and Timor-Leste to work in priority sectors in Australia. The Pacific Labour Mobility Support Program’s (PLMSP) role is to provide the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and governments in 9 PICs and Timor-Leste with support to enable workers to access the PALM scheme in inclusive ways that maximize the benefits for the workers and national economies while minimizing risks from labour mobility participation. Palladium is contracted to deliver PLMSP on behalf of DFAT. This Opportunity The Deputy Team Lead – Strategy & Programs is a member of the PLMSP Senior Leadership Team and will be responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of key PLMSP strategies, including the 4-year integrated delivery strategy, thematic strategies, and 10 partner country engagement strategies. The Deputy Team Leader – Strategy Programs will ensure implementation of PLMSP is guided by strategy that reflects the bilateral and development objectives of the program. This role will provide support to PLMSP streams with strategy implementation, including through annual planning processes, key engagements with LSUs/in-country stakeholders, routine reviews, and reporting. This is a fixed-term opportunity required till September 2028 with the possibility of extension. The Deputy Team Lead will be responsible for: Overseeing the development of key PLMSP strategies, including the 4-year integrated delivery strategy and 10 x country engagement strategies, ensuring that:- The strategies contribute to DFAT’s bilateral objectives, are aligned with relevant DFAT policies, and contribute to PLMSP’s end of program outcomes- PLMSP streams developing strategies are consulting with relevant stakeholders in a proactive, timely, and culturally sensitive way- The strategies are based on evidence and learnings, reflect the political context of implementation in the relevant country, as well as the flexibility required to deliver PLMSP. Regularly engaging with DFAT (including Posts) as well as sending country governments and other relevant stakeholders to ensure PLMSP strategy and implementation reflect bilateral priorities, ensuring that emerging priorities are supported in PLMSP implementation and risks are managed. Supporting the development and maintenance of PLMSP’s relationships/partnerships with relevant stakeholders, including partner governments, sending country governments, in-country organisations, multilateral and regional stakeholders that actively contribute to PLMSP’s strategic objectives. Supporting PLMSP streams with strategy implementation and development of innovative solutions, including through annual planning processes, key engagements with LSUs/in-country stakeholders, routine review, and reporting. As a member of the PLMSP Senior Leadership Team, contributing to efforts on program management, team management, risk management, and program engagement. Providing leadership and direction to the wider team; motivating others to achieve goals through collaboration, trust-building, and creating an inclusive work environment. During the inception phase, DTL – Strategy and Programs will not have line management responsibilities to enable the role to focus on whole of program strategy development. Consideration will be given during this phase as to appropriate line management responsibilities during the implementation phase. We are seeking an individual who: Has at least 15 years of international development experience, including in-program implementation and country-partner engagement. Has a strong understanding of Australia’s bilateral and development objectives in the Pacific and Timor-Leste. Has significant experience working in the Pacific and/or Timor-Leste on DFAT, MFAT, or other international development programs, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and strong interpersonal skills. Has an understanding of current issues in relation to circular labour mobility, including related policy and regulatory frameworks, and the ability to translate these into strategy and implementation. Is highly experienced in developing and providing strategic advice to senior officials. Has demonstrated management experience and capabilities with strong interpersonal and communication skills, with experience leading diverse teams. Has a strong ability to prepare accessible written outputs and to present findings to a wide range of stakeholders. We are committed to building a diverse, geographically dispersed workforce to maximize our support. We encourage applications from candidates from Pacific Island countries, Timor-Leste, and across Australia. You must have valid Australian or country-specific work rights to be considered for this position - visa sponsorship is not available. We strongly encourage people with disabilities to apply. Disclosing your disability will not negatively affect your application. Please tell us as much as you feel comfortable for us to work with you about the appropriate adjustments that you might need. If you would like further information or assistance with this, please contact Please submit your application online, including your CV and brief cover letter, outlining your suitability in line with the requirements of the position. #J-18808-Ljbffr