Deputy Program Director Job Listing at Tetra Tech in Australia (Job ID 52856)

Description

Contribute to a world where people, communities and the planet thrive.

Tetra Tech International Development is a leading development consulting firm working with government, businesses, and NGOs to solve complex development challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. For more information please visit our website .

• Apply now to lead operations for a high-impact, DFAT-funded international program.
• Use your leadership and operational expertise to drive quality, innovation, and results.
• Join a senior leadership team shaping the future of Australia Assists.

The Opportunity

• Based in Australia and must have working rights.
• Work type: Hybrid
• Duration: Until 30 June 2029
• Salary: Up to AUD 185,000 (total package)

The Program:

Australia Assists is an Australian Government program that deploys skilled humanitarian specialists to support multilateral agencies, governments, civil society and communities to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters and conflict. Australia Assists' Goal is to: Save lives, alleviate suffering, and maintain human dignity during and in the aftermath of conflict, disasters and other humanitarian crises, and strengthen preparedness for the occurrence of such situations. The program's Objective is: Targeted deployment of humanitarian expertise that meets the priorities and needs of Australia's multilateral, bilateral and civil society partners and advances Australia's international humanitarian priorities.

The Role:

The Deputy Program Director leads and manages the operations of Australia Assists, ensuring the delivery of high-quality and efficient support across all program activities. The Operations portfolio includes Finance, Human Resources, Deployments, Risk and Compliance, Procurement, Health, Safety and Security, Logistics, Assets, and Support Services (Administration, Facilities, ICT, and Travel).

As a key member of the Australia Assists Senior Management Team (SMT), the Deputy Program Director drives continuous improvement and innovation, ensures quality delivery, and maximises program outcomes through sound service delivery practices, policy development, and performance management. The role also provides high-level strategic and operational support to the Program Director.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily program operations, ensuring activities are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard, while focusing on team capacity development to maintain quality and efficiency across the program.
• Contribute to annual planning and help set a clear vision for the program, aligned with DFAT priorities and partner needs, ensuring value for money and timely delivery of outputs, including reporting, milestones, deliverables, data, and key performance indicators.
• Represent the program externally in meetings, conferences, and other forums as required.
• Support financial management by assisting the Operations and Finance Coordinator in budget development, monitoring financial performance, tracking expenses, and providing regular financial reports to the Program Director.
• Ensure ethical and compliant use of funds, maintaining expenditure within budget and adherence to Commonwealth procurement rules.
• Oversee contracts and procurement in accordance with Tetra Tech and Commonwealth procurement guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Identify and mitigate risks, overseeing the development, implementation, and maintenance of the program Risk Management Framework in collaboration with the Risk Manager.
• Support health, safety, and security compliance, ensuring the team follows policies and procedures and that all incidents are appropriately reported and managed.

Selection criteria

• Degree qualification in a relevant discipline such as human resource development, international development or business administration, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Extensive senior-level experience (typically 7+ years) managing operations teams in complex programs, preferably within international development or humanitarian contexts.
• Proven responsibility for budget management and performance monitoring, using metrics and data to inform strategic decision-making for complex programs.
• Demonstrated experience in procurement management, ideally with DFAT-funded contracts, ensuring compliance with guidelines and best practice.
• Strategic leadership and staff support, guiding teams on service delivery to ensure effective planning, decision-making, and achievement of program deliverables.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-cultural environments, collaborating with colleagues, government agencies, service providers, and other stakeholders.
• Proven adaptability and resilience, with the ability to innovate and respond to changing priorities in complex and dynamic environments.
• Strong project management skills, including planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting to meet program objectives.
• Financial acumen, including budgeting, financial analysis, and cost control, with the ability to use insights to improve program performance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage, influence, and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• High cultural sensitivity, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively in multicultural settings.

For a complete position description please click here. Use the password: TetraTech2025 for access.

How to apply

Please submit your application by clicking "Apply for job" at the top of this page. Applications will only be accepted via the Tetra Tech International Development Website. Emailed applications will be disregarded.

A completed application includes:

• Resume
• Statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), demonstrating how your qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills and personal attributes align with the selection criteria

Apply before 11:59pm (AEDT), Sunday 7 February 2026.

Why Tetra Tech International Development?

As a leading development consulting firm, Tetra Tech International Development works with people and communities to solve some of the world's most complex challenges to achieve a positive impact.

Working at Tetra Tech International Development means working within a values-led organisation that invests in flexible work environments built on trust, safety and well-being. Through unified systems, flexible and supportive workplaces, we provide the foundations required for our team to enjoy the work they do and deliver value every day.

Read more about our culture, purpose and values here.

Tetra Tech International Development is an equal-opportunity employer and has a genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion. We encourage people with disability; First Nations Peoples; and people of all cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences to apply.

Should you require additional support with during as part of your application, please email hr@australiaassists.org

Tetra Tech has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (‘SEAH'), child abuse and exploitation, modern slavery and safeguarding related retaliation, and this zero-tolerance extends to inaction. Tetra Tech is committed to being a child safe organisation, and to promoting a culture that supports gender equality, and addresses the gendered drivers of violence against women and children. It is committed to fostering a culture where we prevent and respond decisively and appropriately to harm against people, and that all people are treated with dignity and respect, irrespective of country, project, or office where we work. This will require compliance with Tetra Tech's Safeguarding and other Codes of Conduct and our associated safeguarding policies (Child Protection and Child Safety, Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) policy and procedure, and Modern Slavery. Any successful applicants will be required to undertake satisfactory referee and criminal record checks prior to being appointed to any position.

Position Type

Project opportunity

Region

Australia and Indo-Pacific Teams and Clients

Sector

Humanitarian Aid (International Development)

Disaster Preparedness, Response and Recovery (International Development)

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