Are you ready to lead transformative change and create a more inclusive future across the Indo‐Pacific? We are seeking an Associate Director, Inclusion, Justice and Transformation with a passion for driving inclusion and justice in international development.
Contribute to a world where people, communities and the planet thrive.
Tetra Tech International Development is a leading development consulting firm working with government, businesses, and NGOs to solve complex development challenges in the Indo‐Pacific region. For more information, please visit our website.
The opportunity
* Location: Australia (Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane) or Papua New Guinea or Fiji
* Position Type: Full‐time ongoing appointment
The role
The Associate Director, Inclusion, Justice and Transformation is responsible for growing and positioning Tetra Tech's IJT portfolio through business development leadership, strategic client engagement and high‐quality technical advisory. Working closely with DFAT, MFAT and delivery partners, the role ensures inclusive, rights‐based and transformative approaches are embedded across investment design, delivery and learning.
Key responsibilities
* Lead and support business development for priority DFAT and MFAT inclusion, justice and GEDSI‐related opportunities
* Shape inclusion strategies within bids, including win themes, technical approaches, staffing models and pricing inputs
* Build and maintain strong relationships with government clients, delivery partners and sector stakeholders
* Provide high‐quality technical advisory support across investment design, implementation, MEL and independent reviews
* Contribute to thought leadership, market engagement and positioning Tetra Tech as a trusted IJT partner
* Mentor and support teams, fostering a collaborative, inclusive and high‐performance culture
Selection criteria
* Tertiary qualification in social sciences, international development, public policy, business or a related field (or equivalent experience)
* 10+ years' experience in gender equality, disability equity & rights, social inclusion, justice or safeguarding in an international development context
* Demonstrated experience leading or contributing to business development in a competitive consulting or professional services environment
* Strong understanding of DFAT policy frameworks, including GEDSI, safeguarding and PSEAH requirements
* Proven ability to translate inclusion and intersectionality theory into practical, fundable programs
* Strong stakeholder engagement, influencing and relationship‐building skills
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How to apply
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Please submit:
* Resume
* Statement of suitability (not exceeding two pages), demonstrating how your qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and personal attributes align with the selection criteria.
Apply before 11:59 PM AEST, Wednesday, 01 April 2026
Why Tetra Tech International Development?
We are a values‐led organisation committed to flexible working, wellbeing, and creating positive impact. Our culture is grounded in collaboration, trust, diversity, and inclusion. Learn more about our purpose and values here.
Tetra Tech International Development is an equal‐opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of all cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We are committed to child safety, safeguarding, and the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
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 wellbeing. 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.
Should you require additional support with your application, please email IDEV.HRServices@tetratech.com or phone +61 (08) 8375 4400.
Tetra Tech has a zero‐tolerance approach to sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment ('SEAH'), child abuse and exploitation, modern slavery and safeguarding related retaliation, and this zero‐tolerance extends to inaction. Tetra Tech is committed to being a child safe organisation, and to promoting a culture that supports gender equality, and addresses the gendered drivers of violence against women and children. It is committed to fostering a culture where we prevent and respond decisively and appropriately to harm against people, and that all people are treated with dignity and respect, irrespective of country, project, or office where we work. This will require compliance with Tetra Tech's Safeguarding and other Codes of Conduct and our associated safeguarding policies (Child Protection and Child Safety, Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) policy and procedure, and Modern Slavery. Any successful applicants will be required to undertake satisfactory referee and criminal record checks prior to being appointed to any position.
Additional Information
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