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PROSIVU is an Australian Government-funded program that focuses on strengthening governance in Timor-Leste. This eight-year program (2022 – 2030) works in partnership with the Government of Timor-Leste to help Timor-Leste achieve its goal of becoming an upper-middle-income country by 2030. It is Australia’s primary program supporting Timor-Leste’s central government agencies and economic line-ministries in improving governance, economic policy and public sector reform. DT Global supports the implementation of PROSIVU on behalf of the Australian Government.

 

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Objectives of Role
The Gender, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) Public Administration Consultant will contribute to the development of a national Civil Service GEDSI Strategy for the Government of Timor-Leste. The consultant will conduct consultations with senior management of the Civil Service Commission and relevant key public administration institutions to assess existing progresses, gaps and challenges. Based on these findings, the Consultant will develop strategic recommendations to strengthen the participation of women and people with disabilities in public service workforce in Timor-Leste, informing of the new civil service GEDSI Strategy. 

Expected Outcomes
The Gender, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) Public Administration Consultant will contribute to the development of a national Civil Service GEDSI Strategy for the Government of Timor-Leste. The consultant will directly support the design of the Public Service GEDSI Strategy, ensuring it is actionable, inclusive and results focused. This includes contributing to a participatory consultations; documenting priority gaps and opportunities for advancing the participation of women and people with disabilities in public service workforce in Timor-Leste; developing evidence-based recommendations and strategic actions aligned with national development priorities; and supporting the formulation of a coherent civil service GEDSI strategic framework that reflects stakeholder inputs and enables measurable progress in empowerment of women and people with disabilities participation and leadership as well as accessing to employment.

 

·       A university degree in gender and development, social science, economics or related field. 

·      At least 5 years (Master) or 10 years (Bachelor) of progressively experience in the field of gender, disability and social inclusion, with a substantial portion focused on empowerment of women and people with disabilities in public service workforce.

·       Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication and presentation skills.

·       Excellent written and spoken Tetum skills.

About the SVRI Forum

The SVRI Forum is the leading global convening focused on research on violence against women, violence against children, and other forms of violence driven by gender inequality. Held biennially, it brings together researchers, practitioners, activists, policymakers, and donors to share evidence, strengthen connections, and shape the evolving priorities of the field.

SVRI Forum 2026 takes place at the Centara Grand Hotel and Bangkok Convention Centre in Bangkok, Thailand, from 5 to 9 October 2026. It is cohosted by the Sexual Violence Research Initiative, the Southeast Asia Gender-Based Violence Prevention Platform, and the UN Joint Programme on GBV Prevention in Southeast Asia (led by UN Women and UNFPA). The Forum is committed to centering voices and leadership from low- and middle-income countries and fostering an inclusive, globally representative space.

Alongside a strong scientific and practice-based programme, the Forum prioritises conditions that enable meaningful participation. The subject matter is complex and often emotionally demanding, and many participants engage both professionally and through lived experience. A thoughtful and well-coordinated approach to wellness and care is essential.

The opportunity

SVRI is seeking a Wellness Coordinator to design and lead the delivery of wellness and care support for SVRI Forum 2026.

Given the location of the Forum, preference will be given to applicants based in Thailand or those with strong, established networks of qualified wellness providers in the country.

This is a practical, hands-on role. The Coordinator will work closely with SVRI and me too. International to design the wellness approach, coordinate a small team of providers, and ensure that all support is accessible, ethically grounded, and appropriate to the Forum context.

What wellness support entails

Wellness support is designed to provide short-term, in-the-moment emotional support, alongside opportunities for grounding, rest, and connection. It is not a substitute for ongoing therapeutic care.

This includes:

Scope of work

The Coordinator's work spans four areas: a phased wellness plan, coordination of wellness providers, on-site coordination during Forum week, and integration with the broader Forum team.

Key outputs

Requirements