Operations Lead

Job Brief

This position is open to national applicants. Candidates based in the Philippines are highly encouraged to apply.

Program Background

The Education Quality for Inclusive Prosperity (EQUIP) is a new Australian-funded program, implemented in the Philippines. EQUIP will support the Philippine Government’s efforts to strengthen senior secondary school education and ensure that senior secondary school learners have the skills to participate meaningfully in the labour force. EQUIP is a partnership between the Governments of Australia and the Philippines, EQUIP will contribute to Philippine Government-led education reforms, including the Philippine Department of Education (DepEd) 5-Point Reform Agenda, which aims to harness the potential of young Filipinos. EQUIP aims to support the Philippines’ inclusive economic growth ambitions by ensuring the labour force is well equipped with skills relevant to meet the needs of the country’s rapidly transforming economy. EQUIP aims to promote skills development in senior high school and enable a smooth transition to the labour force, whether immediately upon leaving school or after further education. It will also support Philippine Government agencies improve its policies and practices to support relevant skills pathways for senior secondary school learners.

About DT Global Asia Pacific

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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The Role

The Operations Lead heads the EQUIP Operations Team to provide all aspects of program operational services for the delivery of EQUIP. Working closely with the Team Leader, the Leadership Team and the managing contractor, the Operations Lead ensures the delivery of efficient and effective systems and services in human resource management, financial management, logistics and administration, monitoring and evaluation, communications, and risk management and compliance.

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About You

Essential Experience and Knowledge

• Experience in an operations management or similar role, preferably in a development program context, including for a program inception/ establishment phase.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, prioritise and manage a variety of functions, including procurement, personnel management, financial management, and the day to day running and management of program activities.
• Demonstrated ability to implement corporate policies and procedures, develop operational systems, and manage process improvements.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, manage, and mitigate organisational and corporate risks.
• Highly developed inter-personal and cross-cultural skills, and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to plan, strategise and comprehend complex situations, and solve problems with practical solutions.
• Tertiary qualification in management, administration, HR, international development, or a relevant discipline is desirable.
  
  
  

Desirable

• Experience working with DFAT or other donors (and understanding of DFAT policy and requirements) in the Philippines or other development contexts.
  
  
  

How To Apply

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Please submit

• Your CV
• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria
  
  
  

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 30th January 2025, Friday, 11:59 pm Manila 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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