Operations Lead for Stronger Education Together (SET)

About the Solomon Islands Australia Education Partnership

The Solomon Islands-Australia Education Partnership (Edukeson fo iumi) program to support basic education - Stronger Education Together (SET) - aims to improve equitable school access and enhance the quality of education. The program is an eight-year commitment by the Australian Government to improving access and quality of education in the Solomon Islands.

The program is managed under the Australia-Solomon Islands Program Support (ASIPS) Facility by DT Global and commenced 1 April 2025.

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 SET Operations Lead is a key member of the Program Management Team (PMT), supporting the day-to-day implementation, coordination, monitoring, and administration of the program. The role provides stakeholder liaison, oversees education resource distribution, supports NGO grant management, and works closely with the Deputy Team Leader to ensure effective program delivery and performance. The position also serves as a key point of contact with government and non-government stakeholders.

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About You

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive professional who brings:

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in education, project management, business, international development, or a related field.

Essential Experience and Skills

• Experience coordinating activities and managing relationships with multiple stakeholders and partners.
• Strong project management, financial monitoring, and reporting skills.
• Proven ability to supervise staff and support performance improvement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and cross-cultural skills.
• Ability to work effectively within diverse and geographically dispersed teams.
• Strong organisational, problem-solving, and time management skills.

Desirable

• Experience working on international development programs in Solomon Islands, Melanesia, or the Pacific region.
• Experience engaging with donors, government agencies, and NGOs.
• Ability to communicate in Solomon Islands Pidgin is an advantage.

Why join Solomon Islands Australia Education Partnership?

By joining the Solomon Islands Australia Education Partnership, you will be part of an environment where you can collaborate with leading experts from diverse backgrounds, access development programs to achieve your career goals, and be challenged to take a global outlook.
HOW TO APPLY
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Please submit
1) Your CV
2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteria

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Tuesday 13 October 2026, 11:59pm [Solomon Islands Standard Local 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.

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