DT Global / Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform (Nauru-based): Deputy Secretary Treasury: 2025/141
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Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2025/141 ? ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ? Deputy Secretary Treasury - Nauru ? Job Brief ?Duration to be confirmed -likely to December 2025, with possibility of extension ?Location - Yaren, Nauru; however, for the right candidate, we are open to considering flexible working arrangements ?Open to both national and international candidates ? ? Program Background The program is designed to support the economic and fiscal governance required for the Government of Nauru to be cost-efficient and equitable in its delivery of core services, as outlined in the Nauru Sustainable Development Strategy 2019-2030. The 8-year program is funded by the Australian Government and delivered through the Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform (Partnerships Platform). ? About the Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform The Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform is an Australian Government initiative funded by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and managed by DT Global. It provides Pacific countries with a suite of flexible, fit-for-purpose options that support broad governance, stability, and development outcomes. ? About DT Global DT Global is shaping a future where sustainable development and innovation empower individuals, communities, and nations. We work in partnership with local stakeholders to foster inclusive prosperity, social equity, and environmental stewardship. Our global team of 2,500 staff and experts work in over 90 countries to solve complex problems in the peacebuilding, governance, economic development, environment, and human development sectors. With a track record of technical excellence and more than 60 years of international development experience and relationships, we deliver innovative solutions that transform lives. For more information, please see?
? Job Brief ? ·???????Contract to December 2025, with possibility of extension ·???????This role is based in Yaren, Nauru; however, for the right candidate, we are open to considering flexible working arrangements ·???????Open to both national and international candidates ·???????Accompanied role with a competitive remuneration and benefits package. ·???????Applicants from this position may be used to establish a merit list for similar roles in other Pacific countries. ? Position Description ? The Nauru-Australia Program on Economic Governance is seeking an experienced and motivated Deputy Secretary Treasury with a proven track record in public financial management, strategic fiscal advice and preparing government budget submissions. ? The successful applicant will: ·???????Provide strategic advice to the Secretary, Minister for Finance and Cabinet on public financial management and the Nauruan economy. ·???????Develop and monitor the annual budget and the Development Fund. ·???????Enhance financial performance and oversight of SOEs. ·???????Prepare national budget submissions, including revenue and expenditure forecasts. ·???????Oversee government payment systems and the Financial Management Information System (FMIS). ·???????Provide accurate and timely accounting information in line with International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) ·???????Strengthen internal audit capabilities within the Department of Finance. ·???????Build capacity of Nauruan counterparts to ensure sustainable national capability. The position is an accompanied posting to June 2025 with the possibility for an extension. A competitive international standard?remuneration?package will be offered to the successful candidate, including housing, vehicle, leave and return airfares for international candidates. ? Click on the link or copy and paste it to access the full?Terms of Reference?for this position:? ? About You We are seeking candidates who can?demonstrate?a high degree of flexibility, respect, resilience and adaptability, and a preparedness to work with limited resources and overcome challenges. The ability to successfully build and manage relationships with a broad range of stakeholders is essential. To be successful in this role, you will have tertiary qualifications in economics, accounting, finance, or a related discipline. You bring extensive experience in senior executive roles, including within a government treasury or finance department in a developing country. Your background includes providing strategic advice to government ministers and stakeholders on financial matters, preparing, monitoring, and reporting government budgets, and prioritising expenditure with an emphasis on transparent and accountable public financial management. You are well-versed in government accounting systems and Financial Management Information Systems, with experience in preparing accounting reports and annual financial statements. Additionally, you are committed to capacity development, demonstrated by your experience in conducting training, mentoring, and developing procedures and manuals. Experience in financial oversight of SOEs and managing political relationships will be highly valued as will be experience working in Pacific Island countries. You will?be required?to?demonstrate?a strong understanding of, and commitment to, Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI), child protection and the Prevention of Sexual Exploitation Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), anti-corruption and other DFAT safeguarding policies. ? About Nauru There are inherent opportunities and challenges that come with living and working in another country, including considerations unique to small island states. Applicants should consider these prior to applying. For further information please go?to?
To?submit?your application, kindly click on the?'Apply Now'?button and ensure: ·???????you upload your resume as part of the application process; ·???????you will also?be required?to respond in 160 words or less, explaining why you believe you are the ideal candidate for this position ? Please note that we will only accept applications?submitted?through the online portal. ?? ? 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. ? ? ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE NOTE: ? ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC provides this vacancy announcement to those specialists on our database who have provided us with an email address and who have voluntarily subscribed. Unless otherwise indicated, ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC is not and will not be involved in the selection process, nor in any of the negotiations for the position, and will not claim any charges from the specialists. ? |
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