GEDSI Advisory Panel

About the Position

Job Title: GEDSI Advisory Panel

Project Name: DFAT’s Equity Hub

Job Type: Contract

Location: Global, with a focus on Indo-Pacific

Reporting to: Equity Hub Operations and HR Lead

Remuneration: In line with market rates

Indicative LOE/Time Frame: Varying Days

Language Requirements: English (professional working proficiency)

Application Deadline: 22 June 2026

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as recruitment will be conducted in phases.

Responsibilities

The GEDSI Advisory Panel will provide pre-qualified technical advisory services to support DFAT’s international engagement, including development and humanitarian cooperation and non-ODA areas such as trade, security, and foreign policy. Advisers will be engaged on individual taskings to deliver timely, evidence-based, relevant, and practical support across a range of GEDSI priorities to support implementation of Australia’s International Gender Equality Strategy and International Disability Equity and Rights Strategy.

Requirements

• Expertise in one or more GEDSI domains – gender equality, disability equity, social inclusion including LGBTQIA+ inclusion, or First Nations people (including Australia) engagement.
• Experience in relevant sectoral or thematic areas, including but not limited to governance, health, social protection, climate change, economic development, education, WASH, trade, security, infrastructure, and humanitarian contexts.
• Ability to demonstrate experience in working in development or international policy with an understanding of regional dynamics and systems.
• Experience providing advice that is practical, contextually grounded, and politically/operationally relevant.
• Experience engaging with government, development programs, or policy processes.
• Ability to deliver outputs clearly and effectively, often within short timeframes and involving attending follow-up meetings as required.

Nice to Have

• Experience working with DFAT or similar institutions.

We Offer

• Opportunity to contribute to impactful advisory work on gender equality, disability equity, and social inclusion globally.
• Flexible and demand-driven assignments.
• Opportunity to be part of a diverse and inclusive panel.

About the Company

Alinea International is an international development consultancy providing technical and management expertise that helps people improve their lives. We work with governments, investors, companies, and communities to create lasting change. Over 40 years, Alinea has successfully delivered more than 1000 projects worldwide.

Alinea International does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment and hiring process. All offers of employment or job opportunities with Alinea International that include any form of a request for payment of fees or collect information on bank accounts are fraudulent. Any requests for such payment or information should be refused and reported to your local law enforcement authorities for appropriate action and to Alinea International.

DEIAB Statement

At Alinea International, we value diversity, equity, inclusivity, accessibility, and belonging in everything we do. We are an equal opportunity employer opposed to all forms of discrimination. We actively seek and encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds recognizing that an inclusive workforce enriches our organization and achieves smarter, more innovative results.

Protection

Alinea is committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. Due to the nature of our work, all candidates will be subject to due diligence checks and extensive background checks where appropriate.

Application Instructions:

1. Click the “Apply now” link to open the application page.
2. From there, download the Equity Hub Application Guidance.
3. Complete the online questionnaire.

Required Items:

1. Your resume.
2. A cover letter (mandatory), refer to the Equity Hub Application Guidance for detailed instructions. Your cover letter must:
   • Clearly align your skills, experience, daily fee, and availability with the requirements of the role, demonstrating your experience and motivation to contribute to GEDSI advisory work.
   • For applicants seeking consideration for the Rapid Task Group, your cover letter must also demonstrate your capability and readiness to deliver high-quality advisory services within short timeframes, including availability.
   • Details of two referees.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations at any stage of the application or assessment process are encouraged to indicate their needs. Please contact [email protected] to access support. Reasonable accommodations will also be provided to advisers selected for tasks.

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

No phone calls, please.