2026 Opportunity :Pacific Private Sector Development Initiative Opens Expert Consultancy Opportunities in Gender Inclusion and Climate Change
The Pacific Private Sector Development Initiative (PSDI) is inviting qualified professionals to express their interest for two expert consultancy opportunities focused on strengthening gender inclusion and climate change integration within private sector development programmes across the Pacific region.
The assignments will support PSDI’s Phase V programme design by ensuring that gender equality, women’s economic empowerment, and climate resilience are effectively incorporated into future strategies, reform initiatives, and technical approaches.
Experienced specialists in gender, climate change, private sector development, and policy reform are encouraged to submit their CVs for consideration.
About the Pacific Private Sector Development Initiative
The Pacific Private Sector Development Initiative works to support the growth of a dynamic and inclusive private sector across Pacific economies. PSDI collaborates with governments, development partners, and private sector stakeholders to improve business environments and strengthen economic opportunities.
PSDI is cofinanced by:
- The Asian Development Bank.
- The Government of Australia.
- The Government of New Zealand.
Through technical assistance and policy reform support, PSDI helps Pacific countries create stronger systems that encourage investment, entrepreneurship, and sustainable economic growth.
Gender Inclusion and Private Sector Development Expert Opportunity
PSDI is seeking a Gender Inclusion and Private Sector Development Expert to help ensure gender equality and women’s economic empowerment are meaningfully integrated into the initiative’s Phase V planning documents.
Gender inclusion remains a key priority across PSDI’s work, and this consultancy will provide specialized expertise to strengthen gender considerations within country strategies and programme frameworks.
Purpose of the Gender Consultancy
The expert will work alongside the PSDI technical team, Senior Impact and Visibility Specialist, and the Asian Development Bank Senior Private Sector Development Officer to provide targeted gender expertise.
The main objective is to ensure gender considerations are embedded into:
- PSDI Phase V country strategies.
- Programme concept notes.
- Reform initiatives.
- Implementation guidelines.
The assignment will help create practical approaches for mainstreaming gender equality across private sector development activities.
Key Responsibilities for the Gender Expert
The selected consultant will be expected to:
- Conduct a rapid review of PSDI Phase IV reform initiatives.
- Identify opportunities to strengthen gender integration.
- Review and revise country strategy templates.
- Develop practical guidelines for mainstreaming gender inclusion.
- Update concept note templates to align with gender integration approaches.
- Provide recommendations for improving women’s economic empowerment outcomes.
The consultant will contribute to building stronger systems that ensure gender equality remains central to future private sector development programmes.
Climate Change and Private Sector Development Expert Opportunity
PSDI is also seeking a Climate Change and Private Sector Development Expert to support the integration of climate considerations throughout Phase V programme design and implementation.
Climate change presents significant risks for Pacific economies, affecting businesses, investments, infrastructure, and long-term economic resilience. This consultancy will help PSDI strengthen climate-focused approaches within private sector reforms.
Purpose of the Climate Consultancy
The climate expert will support PSDI in:
- Identifying how climate change affects private sector development reforms.
- Strengthening climate integration within Phase V documentation.
- Developing systems for ongoing climate mainstreaming.
- Building technical team capacity on climate-related approaches.
The assignment will help ensure that future PSDI initiatives support climate-resilient economic development.
Key Responsibilities for the Climate Expert
The selected consultant will be responsible for:
- Reviewing PSDI Phase IV reform initiatives.
- Developing recommendations for stronger climate integration.
- Identifying opportunities for new climate and private sector initiatives.
- Reviewing country strategy templates.
- Creating practical climate mainstreaming guidelines.
- Revising concept note templates to incorporate climate considerations.
The expert will work closely with PSDI technical specialists and development partners to strengthen climate-smart approaches across the programme.
Who Should Apply?
These consultancy opportunities are suitable for professionals with expertise in:
- Gender equality and women’s economic empowerment.
- Climate change adaptation and mitigation.
- Private sector development.
- Policy reform.
- Sustainable development.
- International development programmes.
- Pacific regional development issues.
Ideal candidates should have experience providing technical advice, developing strategic frameworks, and supporting organizations to integrate cross-cutting priorities into programmes.
Application Process
Interested experts are invited to express their interest by submitting an updated CV.
Applications should be sent via email to:
Candidates should indicate their relevant expertise and experience related to the specific consultancy opportunity they are interested in.
Final Thoughts
The Pacific Private Sector Development Initiative’s expert consultancy opportunities provide a valuable platform for specialists seeking to contribute to sustainable economic development across the Pacific region.
By supporting gender-responsive programming and climate-resilient private sector reforms, the selected experts will help shape future initiatives that promote inclusive growth, stronger businesses, and more resilient economies.
Professionals with experience in gender inclusion, climate change, and private sector development are encouraged to submit their CVs to recruitment@pacificpsdi.org and contribute their expertise to PSDI’s next phase of regional development work.
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