Climate Partnership – Team Leader

Team Leader, Australia Pacific Climate Partnership
About Palladium
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About the Australia Pacific Climate Partnership Support Unit
The Australia Pacific Climate Partnership (the Climate Partnership) was established in 2018 to support Australia’s aid programs to increase the effectiveness of support for climate change action and disaster resilience in the Pacific.

The Climate Partnership Support Unit was established at the outset of the Partnership and is entering its second phase (2022-2024). The Support Unit has a team of technical experts based in Australia and the Pacific who work with DFAT aid investment program managers and their implementing partners to integrate climate change and disaster risk reduction, broker and enable better access to actionable climate change and disaster knowledge in the region, and undertake Program-wide monitoring, evaluation and learning.

About the Role
The Team Leader will be responsible for the overall leadership, management, and implementation of the Support Unit. Accountable to DFAT for day-to-day performance of the Program, the position will lead the program’s technical and operational efforts to integrate climate change action and all-hazards disaster risk resilience into DFAT investments in the Pacific.
The Team Leader position is classified at C4 under the DFAT Aid Adviser Remuneration Framework (ARF). The successful candidate will be offered an initial contract to 30 June 2024.
Responsibilities
The primary responsibilities of the Team Leader are:
Provide strategic leadership, management and support to all Support Unit personnel and support a culture of inclusive learning and improvement with a focus on the achievement of outcomes and an emphasis on sustainability.
Lead the Support Unit to work with DFAT program managers and staff in Canberra and at Posts to support comprehensive integration of climate change action and all hazards disaster risk reduction (DRR) across aid investment planning, program development, activity designs, risk management, and monitoring and reporting, and broader policy frameworks.
Build on and maintain existing relationships and networks, including DFAT in Canberra and at Posts, Program partners, regional organisations, research institutions, civil society, the private sector, and other Pacific stakeholders.
Ensure delivery of the program in accordance with DFAT contractual requirements and the evolving nature of the program, including the implementation of key strategies (knowledge brokering, communications, MEL, GESI) and operational functions.
Identify knowledge gaps and undertake or commission research and analysis, including through collaborations, to support DFAT program managers and the overall work of APCP, to improve performance and inform scalability.
Proactively identify and manage risks associated with APCP, including those relating to the performanceof technicalsupportpersonnel, activitydesignandimplementation, and the safeguarding of program funds in accordance with Commonwealth requirements.
Support public diplomacy and communications by DFAT, and when required, represent APCP at a strategic level throughout the Pacific, including regional forums, networks and other activities and identify emerging issues and priorities for consideration as part of Australia’s broader engagement in climate change in the Pacific.
Ensure APCP’s results are conveyed meaningfully to increase political buy-in of Australian Pacific investment programs and their respective partners/stakeholders.

Requirements
The minimum education and experience required are:
Advanced degree in international development, climate/environmental science(s) or other relevant qualifications.
Extensive experience (minimum 15 years) experience, managing and/or advising cross-sectoral international development programs in the Pacific, in a climate change and disaster risk resilience context would be desirable.
Demonstrated ability to provide leadership, coaching and mentoring to a high performing team, in a complex operating environment.
Proven ability to manage strategic direction, workflows, work allocation and coordination across a team.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of DFAT aid policies and strategies, and other relevant government policies.
Contemporary knowledge of climate change in the Pacific and a strong understanding of international developments in climate change and DRR.
Proven ability in thinking and working politically:building strategic and strong working relationships with government and industry stakeholders; and identifying solutions to sensitive political and cultural issues in a Pacific context.
Demonstrated ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds and perspectives and a professional commitment to promote a culture of gender equality and social inclusion.
Knowledge of quality assurance processes and view of constant improvement.
Experience as a Team Leader managing and implementing DFAT funded programs in a developing country context will be highly regarded.
About You
This is an exciting opportunity to join an expanding team leading and supporting climate change action and disaster resilience in the Pacific. You will be motivated and proactive with excellent cross-cultural communication skills, both oral and written, in a wide range of contexts. You will have the proven abilities to develop and maintain professional, cross-sectoral networks, guide big ideas and solve complex problems with a talented team, as well as highly developed negotiation skills.
How to Apply
We welcome your interest in joining our team. Please select Apply Now and send a maximum two-page CV showing relevant experience and a maximum one-page cover letter that briefly outlines your motivations and fit for the role.
This is a desk-based role with options for flexible working however a strong preference for candidates based in Canberra (Australia).

Applications officially close on Thursday 5 May 2022 AEST midnight. We will be conducting a rolling recruitment for this position therefore early applications are highly encouraged.
Due to the expected volume of applications, only candidates under positive consideration will be notified.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion – Palladium is committed to embedding equity, diversity, and inclusion into everything we do. We welcome applications from all sections of society and actively encourage diversity to drive innovation, creativity, success and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce; and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment regardless of their background or personal characteristics. These include: (but are not limited to) socio-economic background, age, race, gender identity and expression, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, veteran, marital or Indigenous status.
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