Program Communications Specialist

Job Brief

This role is open to Philippines-based candidates.

About EQUIP

Education Quality for Inclusive Prosperity (EQUIP) is a critical component of Australia’s strategic partnership with the Philippines. It builds on over 30 years of investment by the Government of Australia into the Philippines’ education sector and supports the Marcos government’s commitment to improve the global competitiveness of the Philippine education and labour market. EQUIP reflects the collective interest of Australia and the Philippines to foster a robust and adaptive education system where learners and graduates can thrive in an increasingly digitalised economy. 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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About The Role

The Program Communications Specialist will work under the direct supervision of the Team Leader/MERL Lead in coordination with the Program Leadership Team to undertake the following responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Communications Delivery
  
  
  

Demonstrate the ability to plan, implement, and manage communications strategies that effectively support program objectives, activities, and stakeholder engagement.

• Policy and Brand Compliance
  
  
  

Apply a strong working knowledge of DFAT and DT Global branding, visibility, and communications requirements to ensure all products and activities are fully compliant.

• Communications Planning and Coordination
  
  
  

Contribute to the development, implementation, and periodic review of the program communications plan, ensuring alignment with program priorities and timelines.

• Content Development and the Highest Editorial Quality
  
  
  

Produce, edit, and quality-assure a wide range of communications products—including media releases, reports, newsletters, presentations, advocacy materials, and promotional outputs—tailored to diverse audiences.

• Knowledge Products and Visibility Materials
  
  
  

Coordinate the development of program knowledge and visibility materials (e.g., standees, booths, backdrops, audio-visual products), ensuring high technical quality and consistency of messaging.

• Leadership and Senior Management Support
  
  
  

Provide responsive and high-quality communications support to the Program Leadership Team, including drafting reports, presentations, event planning, talking points, and donor-facing materials.

• Digital and Social Media Engagement
  
  
  

Develop and manage content for digital and social media platforms, demonstrating the ability to increase reach, engagement, and visibility through targeted outreach activities.

• Regional and Partner Communications
  
  
  

Support the design and delivery of regional-level communications initiatives and work collaboratively with partner agencies to implement joint communications and awareness activities.

• Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) for Communications
  
  
  

Establish and apply communications performance metrics, analyse results and trends, and report on the effectiveness and impact of communications activities.

• Knowledge Capture and Storytelling
  
  
  

Proactively identify, document, and disseminate program results, lessons learned, and good practices, including development of evidence-based stories and case studies under the guidance of the MERL Lead.

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About You

Selection Criteria

Essential Experience And Knowledge

• Educational Background
  
  
  

Completion of a bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, information management, or a related discipline.

• Relevant Professional Experience
  
  
  

Demonstrated minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in communications, public information, public relations, journalism, or related fields, preferably within development or donor-funded contexts.

• Writing and Editorial Competence
  
  
  

Proven ability to produce high-quality written materials, including analytical reports, public-facing communications, and stakeholder engagement products, using clear, accurate, and audience-appropriate language.

• Digital and Technical Communications Skills
  
  
  

Demonstrated competence in digital communications, including social media management, online content development, document formatting, and use of content management systems (CMS); submission of sample work required.

• Campaign Design and Implementation
  
  
  

Demonstrated experience designing and coordinating communications campaigns that deliver coherent messaging across multiple channels and products.

• Storytelling and Contextual Awareness
  
  
  

Ability to identify and develop compelling stories, with sound judgement in navigating political sensitivity, public perceptions, and local development contexts.

• Visual and Multimedia Skills
  
  
  

Practical experience in photography and digital media, including basic graphic design, video editing, and publication layout.

• Planning and Delivery
  
  
  

Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritise, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, meeting deadlines while maintaining high quality standards.

• Stakeholder Engagement
  
  
  

Proven ability to build and sustain effective, collaborative working relationships with diverse stakeholders, including government, donors, partners, and internal teams.

• Innovative Use of Tools and Technology
  
  
  

Demonstrated ability to effectively use Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital tools to enhance communications efficiency, quality, and reach.

• Safeguards and Risk Awareness
  
  
  

Demonstrated experience or applied knowledge in safeguards assessment and management, particularly in relation to child safety and environmental safeguards.

• Values and Development Practice
  
  
  

Demonstrated commitment to gender equality, social inclusion, and climate resilience, and the ability to integrate these priorities into communications and program delivery. A sound understanding of development principles, good international development practice, and stakeholder engagement approaches.

How To Apply

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Please submit

• Your CV
• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria
  
  
  

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 8 th May 2026, Friday, 11:59PM 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.

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.

We take a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation, abuse and harm of adults and children; fraud, corruption and bribery; modern slavery; and any form of exploitation across our operations, partnerships, and supply chains. We uphold the highest standards of integrity and expect the same of those we work with.

Engagement with DT Global is subject to formal background screening, criminal record checks, employment verification, and periodic compliance checks. All DT Global staff receive safety, compliance, safeguarding and integrity training, and we expect our personnel and partners to always act in alignment with our company values.

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