Communications Advisor

About the job
About the Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform

The Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform is an Australian Government initiative funded by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and managed by DT Global. It provides Pacific Countries with a suite of flexible, fit-for-purpose options that support broad governance and stable development outcomes.

About DT Global

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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About the Role

The Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform is seeking a suitably qualified individual or communications services provider to strengthen the visibility, influence, and impact of the Platform and its country programs across the Pacific. Working closely with the Senior Communications Officer and broader program team, the consultant/provider will deliver strategic communications advice and hands-on communications support, including content development, stakeholder engagement, public diplomacy communications, graphic design, and visual storytelling.

The role will support the development and implementation of communications strategies, production of high-quality communications and knowledge products, and the creation of engaging visual and multimedia content that showcases development outcomes and impact. The consultant/provider will contribute to strengthening the Platform's communications function through strategic guidance, responsive communications support, and the delivery of consistent, high-quality communications products across the Platform and its country programs.

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About You

This role requires an experienced communications professional with expertise in strategic communications, public relations, graphic and visual design, and communications advisory services. You will have demonstrated experience delivering communications support for government, international development organisations, or donor-funded programs, including developing communications strategies, creating high-quality content and visual products, and engaging diverse stakeholders. Strong project management skills, excellent written and visual communication abilities, and experience working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams are essential. Experience with DFAT-funded programs, Pacific development contexts, and public diplomacy communications will be highly regard.

HOW TO APPLY

We welcome your interest in joining the Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform. To submit your application, kindly click on the 'Apply Now' button. Please include:

Your resume detailing your work history relevant to the role;
A short response to the selection criteria noted above with a detailed budget outlining all costs associated with carrying out the assessment as outlined in the Scope of Services and Deliverables above.

Individuals or consultancies may apply to this request for proposal. Consultancies will need to identify individuals who are being proposed as part of your response to this request. Only applications submitted through the online portal, with all required documents, will be considered.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 8 August 2026 at 11:59 pm AEDT

We can make adjustments during the recruitment process for people with a disability. If required, please contact our recruitment team via email at recruitment@auspacpartnerships.com.au to discuss how we can support you.

Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. All applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Applicants may be contacted to establish a merit list for similar roles in other Pacific Island countries.

People with lived experience of the regions in which DT Global operates are strongly encouraged to apply. DT Global welcomes applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds including First Nations peoples, diverse Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression, and Sex Characteristics (SOGIESC), and people with disabilities.

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