Australia Award Philippines

Lead sound financial management and compliance for a flagship scholarship and development program in the Philippines.

Location: Manila, Philippines | Full-time | One-year fixed-term contract with the possibility for extension

Must have valid work rights in Philippines

Lead financial management, governance and administration for a major Australian Government development program.
Support sound financial decision-making, compliance and value for money.
Work with program leaders, DFAT, Tetra Tech and delivery partners across the Philippines.

Contribute to a world where people, communities and the planet thrive.

Tetra Tech International Development is a leading development consulting firm working with Government, businesses, and NGOs to solve complex development challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. For more information please visit our website

The opportunity

The Australia Awards Philippines (AAP) supports the selection, mobilisation and reintegration of Filipino recipients of Australia Awards. The program also supports short courses, fellowships and learning visits, and facilitates ongoing engagement between Australia and Australian-educated Filipino alumni.

As the Finance Manager, you will lead the financial management and administration functions of the AAP program. Reporting to the Program and Partnerships Director, you will oversee budgeting, financial planning, expenditure monitoring, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow management, financial controls and compliance.

You will provide timely and practical financial advice to support program decision-making, resource allocation and delivery. Working closely with the AAP leadership team, Tetra Tech corporate teams, DFAT and program partners, you will help ensure that AAP financial systems are accurate, transparent, compliant and fit for purpose.

This is an opportunity to contribute to a high-profile scholarship and development program that strengthens people-to-people and institutional links between Australia and the Philippines.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Australia Awards Philippines (AAP) financial management, including annual budgeting, financial planning, expenditure monitoring, forecasting and financial reporting.
Monitor financial performance against approved budgets and forecasts, providing analysis and advice to support decision-making, resource allocation and reporting to DFAT and Tetra Tech.
Ensure the accuracy, integrity and timely delivery of financial information, accounting records, expenditure reports, coding and other financial data.
Oversee cash flow management, bank reconciliations, funding requirements, payroll, tax and other key financial management functions.
Ensure financial management complies with DFAT requirements, Tetra Tech policies and procedures, the AAP Operations Manual, applicable Australian Government requirements and relevant Philippine laws and regulations.
Oversee financial arrangements relating to grants, contracts, consultants, service providers and other program activities, ensuring appropriate controls and supporting documentation are maintained.
Maintain effective internal controls and financial risk management systems, including measures to prevent and identify fraud, financial irregularities and misuse of program funds.
Lead financial inputs to program planning, forecasting, progress and annual reporting, and coordinate financial audit and assurance processes.
Maintain and continuously improve financial policies, systems, processes and controls to strengthen efficiency, accountability, compliance and value for money.
Provide financial advice to the Program and Partnerships Director and other managers on the financial implications of program activities, contracts, grants and resource allocation.
Work collaboratively with the Operations Manager and other program functions to integrate appropriate financial controls into program planning and delivery.
Lead, supervise and develop the Finance team, promoting accountability, integrity and continuous improvement.

About You

You will be an experienced finance professional with a strong understanding of financial management in donor-funded programs. You will bring:

Relevant tertiary qualifications in commerce, business management, finance, accounting or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
Professional certification such as ACCA or CPA will be highly regarded.
Demonstrated experience in finance, accounting and program administration, including budgeting, financial reporting, audit support, contract administration and finance-related logistics.
Experience managing financial systems, internal controls, compliance processes and financial risk in a complex program environment.
Strong knowledge of QuickBooks and advanced Excel skills.
Excellent analytical, interpersonal, communication and report-writing skills, with the ability to prepare timely, accurate and succinct financial advice.
Experience supervising, supporting and developing finance staff.
An understanding of gender equality, disability and social inclusion, child protection, safeguarding and fraud control, and the ability to mainstream these considerations into program activities.
Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
A commitment to ethical conduct, transparency, anti-corruption principles and DFAT and Tetra Tech policies.
Fluency in English and Filipino languages.

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How to Apply

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Please submit:

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Statement of suitability (not exceeding two pages), demonstrating how your qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and personal attributes align with the selection criteria.

Apply before 23:59 AEST, 20 October 2026

Why Tetra Tech International Development

We are a values led organisation committed to flexible working, wellbeing, and creating positive impact. Our culture is grounded in collaboration, trust, diversity, and inclusion. Learn more about our purpose and values here.

Tetra Tech International Development is an equal‑opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of all cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We are committed to child safety, safeguarding, and the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment.

As a leading development consulting firm, Tetra Tech International Development works with people and communities to solve some of the world's most complex challenges to achieve a positive impact.

Working at Tetra Tech International Development means working within a values led organisation that invests in flexible work environments built on trust, safety and well-being. Through unified systems, flexible and supportive workplaces, we provide the foundations required for our team to enjoy the work they do and deliver value every day. Read more about our culture, purpose and values here.

Tetra Tech International Development is an equal opportunity employer and has a genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, child safety, safeguarding, and the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. We encourage people living with a disability; First Nations Peoples; and people of all cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences to apply.

Should you require additional support with your application, please email [HIDDEN TEXT] or phone +61 (08) 8375 4400.

Tetra Tech has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (SEAH), child abuse and exploitation, modern slavery and safeguarding related retaliation, and this zero-tolerance extends to inaction. Tetra Tech is committed to being a child safe organisation, and to promoting a culture that supports gender equality, and addresses the gendered drivers of violence against women and children. It is committed to fostering a culture where we prevent and respond decisively and appropriately to harm against people, and that all people are treated with dignity and respect, irrespective of country, project, or office where we work. This will require compliance with Tetra Tech's Safeguarding and other Codes of Conduct and our associated safeguarding policies (Child Protection and Child Safety, Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) policy and procedure, and Modern Slavery. Any successful applicants will be required to undertake satisfactory referee and criminal record checks prior to being appointed to any position.

Position Type

Project opportunity

Region

Australia and Indo-Pacific Teams and Clients

Sector

Education (International Development)

Additional Information

Organization: 755 IDV
Requisition #75500000846