About the Program The Solomon Islands-Australia Partnership for Governance commenced in January 2022 and is an AUD $35.8 million dollar investment where Australia partners with the Solomon Islands Government (SIG) to support its critical priorities over four years. The goal is to build economic resilience and promote policies and practices for sustainable economic recovery and growth. Australia’s objective for this program is to strengthen accountable and inclusive governance in partnership with SIG other stakeholders. The program will contribute to the goal through four end-of-program outcomes. **EOPO1:** SIG has strengthened public financial management and oversight. **EOPO2:** SIG has improved domestic revenue generation and improved capability in targeted areas. **EOPO3:** SIG has strengthened inclusive democratic processes and expanded opportunities for stakeholder engagement in public policy dialogue. **EOPO4** : The program generates strengthened relationships between SIG and the Government of Australia. About the Opportunity The primary goal of the position is to ensure that all no-objection letters meet DFAT regulatory standards and stakeholder expectations, facilitating timely project approvals and implementation. Full-Time Employment (FTE) 0.50 or 2.5 days per week Location of work: Remote and in-country visits to Honiara, Solomon Islands Summary of Key Responsibilities + Review current templates and processes for issuing no-objection letters. + Provide expert advice on improving the structure and content of no-objection letters. + Ensure compliance with relevant legal and regulatory frameworks. + Liaise with stakeholders to understand and incorporate their requirements. + Draft or edit no-objection letters as needed to meet the required standards. + Train staff on best practices for preparing effective no-objection letters. + Establish a sustainable process for ex-Post spot checking for purchases made using DFAT Budget Support portfolio which fall under the NOL threshold. About You We are seeking an individual for this strategic position who brings: + A Degree in a relevant field such as economics, financial management, business and/or international development. + Substantial senior management experience and operational implementation of a DFAT funded program in a developing country context, preferably in the Pacific region. + Exceptional interpersonal skills and proven experience in relationship management with diverse stakeholders in a politically sensitive manner – including staff, donors, and program partners. + Ability to build effective teams, lead collaboration and cooperation and ensure program coherence. + Knowledge of GEDSI and Indigenous Participation and how to integrate within DFAT funded programs. + Familiarity with DFAT policies and processes, and program management approaches preferred. + Think creatively, solve problems, deal with uncertainty and adapt showing good judgement and analysis. + Demonstrated ability to lead the operations function to meet obligations and timelines with quality written deliverables and processes. + Commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. + Emotional intelligence and integrity. + Experience working in the Pacific region in a similar operating environment highly desirable. _Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people with sexual diversity or disability, are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single requirement for a position. At Abt Associates we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every role requirement, we encourage you to apply in any case. You may be just the right candidate for this or for other roles._ How to Apply Please apply online via our Abt Careers website: Abt Global Careers (https://egpy.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/JoinAbt/) Please attach a cover letter and a detailed CV as a single document, addressing how you meet the requirements of this role. **Closing Date:** **11.59pm Sunday, 12 January 2025** Abt Global is a mission-driven, global leader with a proven track record in complex program implementation in the international development sector. We offer bold solutions and technical excellence in Health, Economic Growth, Governance, Research & Evaluation, Environment & Energy, Gender Equality & Social Inclusion. Working with our many partners, we have driven measurable social impact for more than 55 years, to achieve our mission of improving the quality of life and economic well-being of people worldwide. We operate in remote and challenging environments and employ more than 3,700 staff in over 50 countries. For more information about us and what we do, visit our website at www.abtglobal.com (http://www.abtassociates.com/) **Equity** Abt Global values individuality and celebrates difference with a strong commitment to all forms of diversity and equality including racial equity, gender, sexual diversity and disability inclusion. We strongly encourage people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. We offer flexible work arrangements and a culturally safe environment for staff members from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds. **Safeguarding** We are deeply committed to safeguarding, to protect and prevent harm and abuse to individuals we work for and who work for us. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation. We will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, child abuse, sexual abuse or exploitation in any form, and expect everyone to be treated with respect and dignity. Abt is a mission-driven, global leader with a proven track record in complex program implementation in the international development sector. We offer bold solutions and technical excellence in Health, Economic Growth, Governance, Research & Evaluation, Environment & Energy, Gender Equality & Social Inclusion. Working with our many partners, we have driven measurable social impact for more than 55 years, to achieve our mission of improving the quality of life and economic well-being of people worldwide. We operate in remote and challenging environments and employ more than 3,700 staff in over 50 countries. For more information about us and what we do, visit our website at www.abtglobal.com