International Development Contractors Community (IDCC) - a New Peak Body for International Aid Contractors in Australia has been Established
02 March 2018
Cardno: A
new peak body for international aid contractors has been formed to
represent the broad interests of the Australian
international
development community.
The
International Development Contractors Community (IDCC) has begun
accepting membership applications from individuals, small businesses and
large companies involved in delivering the
Australian Government’s aid
program.
Director Brian Ramsay said that until now, independent consultants and
private contractors helping Australia’s deliver its aid program have not
had a representative body to increase awareness of the positive impact
of Australian aid and to advocate on behalf of its members.
“There is a large group of professionals in Australia and overseas who
have a wealth of experience working in aid and are passionate about
improving the lives of people in developing countries,” Brian said.
“Similar organisations exist in the United States and the United Kingdom
and the formation of the IDCC in Australia will allow the contracting
community to shape and influence international development policy which
will improve the effectiveness and overall impact of aid to recipient
communities.”
The IDCC welcomes the opportunity to work closely with the Department of
Foreign Affairs and Trade to develop a more strategic partnership and
relationship with the aid contracting community.
Formed as a company, limited by guarantee, the IDCC comprises three
initial Founding Directors: Colin Adams, Director and Area Manager for
Asia Pacific, Cardno; Therese Faulkner, Country Manager for Papua New
Guinea, Coffey International Development and Brian Ramsay, Asia Pacific
Representative, DAI.
The initial Directors will drive membership, establish operating
principles and convene the first general meeting, within six months of
incorporation, at which five inaugural Directors will be elected.
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Source: Cardno - www.cardno.com
Contact: Colin Adams - Area Manager ID AP colin.adams@cardno.com
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