Summary:

Baptist World Aid Australia is seeking an experienced consultant (or consultancy team) to lead the co-design of our next Child and Youth Focused Program Model, which will guide our child focused international programming over the coming decade.  

Drawing on evidence, sector best practice, partner consultation, and lessons from our long-running Children, Youth and Communities for Change (CYCC) program, this consultancy will develop a practical, evidence-informed framework to support transformative outcomes for children, young people across multiple countries.  

Responsibilities:

• Draw evidence from internal and external stakeholders and key documents to co-design program model alongside key Baptist World Aid Australia staff.
• Develop and document program framework and guiding implementation documents.

This is a remote, phased consultancy (October 2026 to May 2027) over approximately 40 working days. We are looking for individuals or teams with demonstrated expertise in child and youth development, participatory program design, research and evidence synthesis, and international development programming.  

Apply Now:

To apply, submit an Expression of Interest outlining your proposed approach and methodology, a CV/resume with references, and examples of similar work by 23 October 2026 to Rebekah.Cochrane@baptistworldaid.org.au 

The recruitment process will include background checks (a criminal record check and a WWCC) in line with our commitment to safeguarding there may be other checks such as counter terrorism checks in certain roles or other selection processes appropriate for the role.

Baptist World Aid Australia values the uniqueness of each individual and is committed to building an inclusive workplace that values diversity and enables belonging. We welcome all applicants who meet the position description criteria.

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia.