Senior Program Manager

Job Brief
Location: Melbourne, Australia

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
We are seeking a Senior Program Manager to join our DT Global Corporate office in supporting our successful program implementation by overseeing and/ or managing cross functional program support. You will build strong relationships with program teams and our client, serving as the main contact for operational needs, ensuring compliance and overseeing functions such as finance, procurement, HR, risk management, and operational areas. Your role will drive continuous improvement and contribute to enhancing program quality and achieving desired outcomes. Join our dynamic corporate team and further enhance your career path.

Key Responsibilities:
People and Leadership
This role will support the program to ensure it has the leadership, skills, expertise and tools to achieve end of program outcomes and meet client and stakeholder expectations. In consultation with the Contractor Representative and Team Leader, plan program resourcing and manage personnel agreements including the negotiation and review of existing personnel contracts.

Contractual Program Management
Assist and/ or where delegated ensure contractual requirements, obligations and deliverables in program Head Contracts are met and effectively delivered. This role will coordinate contract reviews and negotiations and ensure compliance with the corporate legal process.

Client Engagement
Maintain a collaborative relationship with clients at an operational level by responding to and managing project management requests and approvals. Build an understanding of client goals and assist in ensuring the program stays adaptable to emerging opportunities and shifting priorities.

Development Effectiveness / Strategic Management
Support the strategic direction of the program by monitoring project progress and client feedback and escalating any anticipated implementation challenges to the Contractor Representative.

Financial Management
Manage the financial performance and profitability of the program, including monitoring margin variations, justifying any discrepancies, and reporting them to management. Review and monitor expenditure against the project Lifetime Budget, Annual Corporate Project Budget and Cash Flow Forecasting, coordinating with the program team to provide clear explanation for significant discrepancies.

Program Operations
Manage program start-up activities, transition and mobilisation phases, and ensure effective handover and closure at project completion. This role will manage the integration of head contract and compliance requirements into operational manuals, personnel and partner engagements, and decision-making processes, this includes managing procurement and tender processes.

Business Development
Build relationships with client representatives, program partners, independent development consultants, and other program stakeholders. Key this role will be leveraging your networks, relationships, market/country intelligence to support new business opportunities that align with DT Global's strategic goals. Contribute to proposal writing and/ or the identification of skilled candidates for named positions in proposals as needed.

Quality Management
Contribute to and ensure conformity to DT Global Asia Pacific's Quality Management System, including compliance with all policies and procedures and recommending improvements to the system.

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About You
Essential Skills & Experience:

• Experience and knowledge managing donor-funded programs, ideally with managing contractor experience.
• Bachelor's degree in international development, business administration, project management, or a related discipline.
• Understanding of legal contractual requirements, and an ability to grasp an understanding of Australian Contract Law.
• Ability to manage program deliverables, timelines, and budgets, while effectively identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks.
• Ability to develop and manage budgets, forecast financial needs, understand financial metrics and monitor the program's financial performance
• Ability to coach and mentor personnel and lead small teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with diverse stakeholders, including donors, government agencies, and NGOs.
• Ability to work effectively in diverse cultural settings and understand socio-political contexts.
• High ethical standards and a commitment to demonstrating integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to review and edit reports to improve readability and ensure clear and effictive communication on program progress to stakeholders.
• Demonstrated success in negotiating with and influencing diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize, plan, and organize workflow to meet tight deadlines, handle multiple tasks, and adapt to changing priorities.

Why join DT Global?
At DT Global, we are committed to the ongoing professional and personal development of all our people, helping them grow and reach their full potential. Harnessing their talent, maximising their contribution, and rewarding performance are all integral to our success.

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into your next role in your international development career, with great team support, a collaborative work environment, and a competitive salary on offer.

How To Apply
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Please submit

• Your CV
• A cover letter (outlining how your experience matches the requirements needed for this role)

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Sunday, 23rd November 2025 at 11:59 pm AEDT
Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
DT Global is committed to child protection and safeguarding the welfare of children in the delivery of our international development programs. We are committed to Safety and the Prevention of Sexual Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), and bribery prevention. DT Global is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage women, men, people with diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities to apply. This program is funded by the Australian Government and Managed by DT Global.