Work Location: Cook Islands
City: Raratonga
Job Code: 4711
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST – Scope of Services: Consulting Services – Aitutaki Water Network Modelling
About the Climate Finance Capacity Support Programme
DT Global delivers the Capacity Support Programme for MFAt. The scope of this programme is quite broad as it aims to be responsive to the needs of Pacific Island countries. It includes providing personnel or training to assist with:
- Delivering and reporting on the flexible finance provided by MFAT;
- Developing/updating national climate change plans and reporting frameworks;
- Developing an investment-ready pipeline of projects;
- Delivering climate change priorities;
- Improving climate finance reporting; and
- Accessing a broader range of climate funding.
For more information, please see www.cfcsp.org.nz
About the Role
The consultant/firm at the end of assignment will have:
- Produced a well‑structured hydraulic model using best‑available data and targeted new
- measurements.
- Identified priority infrastructure and operational interventions.
- Run three core scenarios and up to two optional ones.
- Delivered short, practical training sessions and handover materials.
- Outlined data improvements for a future Phase 2 upgrade.
The model will serve as a decision -support tool for:
- Identifying and prioritising remedial and corrective actions
- Supporting system planning and performance evaluation
- Informing capital works and asset management
- Evaluating future scenarios, including the effects of climate change, tourism – driven demand increases, population increase, additional water sources being added to the network, and operational cost reductions.
About the Firm
Interested consulting firms are invited to submit a full proposal that includes the following components:
1. Technical Proposal
- A clear description of the proposed approach and methodology, demonstrating understanding of the assignment and its context.
- A detailed work plan and timeline, aligned to the deliverables and mobilisation period.
- A breakdown of the proposed team, detailing roles, relevant experience, and expected number of days for each team member.
2. Financial Proposal
- Daily rates for all personnel, consistent with the proposed team structure.
- A milestone-based payment schedule, aligned to the deliverables outlined in the TOR.
- Estimated travel costs, including the expected missions to Aitutaki and Rarotonga.
3. Organisational Qualifications
- A brief profile of the consulting firm (or consortium), outlining relevant experience in hydraulic modelling, rural/island water systems, capacity building, and climate resilience.
- Examples of similar assignments completed in comparable contexts.
- Confirmation of the ability to provide all required software and licenses for the duration of the assignment.
Please refer to this link to access the Full Terms of Reference: https://tinyurl.com/453xj23s
How to Apply
If your firm meets the above requirements and is seeking a role where you can make a meaningful impact, please submit your current resume along with a cover letter addressing the selection criteria.
Please submit your details via the “APPLY” button.
Applications close on Monday, 23 March 2026, 11:59pm (Fiji Time).
We embrace and support applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Should this role be of interest, we encourage to you to send your submission as soon as possible. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
About DT Global Asia Pacific
At DT Global Asia Pacific, we aim to positively impact people’s lives through delivery excellence. As a leading implementing partner across Asia and the Pacific, we co-create locally led solutions in partnership with governments, communities, and stakeholders. We bring together talented teams and deep regional expertise to deliver initiatives that promote inclusive economic growth, essential services, and resilient, secure communities. With over 1,500 staff, experts in 22+ countries and more than 60 years of development experience, we tackle complex community, national and transnational challenges- from governance and justice systems to climate resilience, infrastructure and social equity- with innovative thinking and a commitment to long-term impact.
For more information, please see www.dt-global.com
DT Global is committed to child protection and safeguarding the welfare of children in the delivery of our international development programs. We are committed to Safety and the Prevention of Sexual Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), and bribery prevention. DT Global is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage women, men, people with diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities to apply. This program is funded by the New Zealand Government and Managed by DT Global.
