MEL and Communications Officer – Australia Pacific Leaders Program

About the role

The Australia Pacific Leaders Program (APLP) is seeking a Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) and Communications Officer to support data collection, analysis and reporting across study tours, visits and training activities. The role will be based in Australia, preferably in Canberra or Brisbane, and will involve domestic and international travel.

Key responsibilities

• Support implementation of the APLP MEL framework, applying indicators, tools and reporting processes.
• Collect, collate and manage activity‑level data, including participant feedback and related records.
• Maintain data quality, consistency and completeness in line with data governance standards.
• Synthesize data and evidence to produce briefings, reports, case studies and communications content.
• Capture lessons learned and contribute to reflection processes for adaptive management.
• Populate, structure and maintain the Program Delivery Hub as a central repository of program information.
• Consolidate activity, participant, travel and results data to support visibility and coordination.

Required profile

• Full work rights for Australia.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.
• Experience supporting MEL frameworks and data management in program settings.
• Ability to translate data insights into clear written communications.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on a high‑impact government‑led program supporting Pacific leaders.
• Exposure to international development, data analysis and communications.
• Professional development within the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade network.