Program Background

DT Global has been engaged by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) to manage the next phase of Australia’s investment in strengthening the delivery of law and justice services in Papua New Guinea for a 4-year period to 31 December 2027.

Australia–PNG Law and Justice Partnership (APLJ) seeks to contribute to PNG’s law and justice sector capacity to provide inclusive, safe, secure and accountable law and justice foundations for peaceful and prosperous communities, equitable economic development and private sector growth.

The program aligns with the Government of Papua New Guinea’s (GoPNG) law and justice sector goal of ‘building peaceful and prosperous communities together’. APLJ will focus on three End of Program Outcomes (EOPOs):

EOPO 1 – Community Safety and Access to Justice at the Local Level: Communities in target locations, especially women, children, persons with disabilities, vulnerable people and those accused of sorcery, have improved access to selected justice and support services.

EOPO 2 – Law and Justice Services Supply: Responsible law and justice sector agencies increasingly provide selected inclusive, responsive, and accountable essential law and justice services in target locations.

EOPO 3 – Leadership, Coordination and Accountability: Responsible law and justice mechanisms demonstrate improved sectoral leadership and coordination of national and subnational law and justice services and improved sector integrity systems.

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.

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The Role

The Infrastructure Project Manager will work as part of the Infrastructure and Equipment Fund (IEF) team to oversee APLJ’s procurement and construction activities related to provincial major and minor works which are aimed at overcoming the justice sector infrastructure and equipment gap.

The role will also support and coordinate the implementation of the IEF.

The scale and type of infrastructure and equipment within the criteria of the APLJ IEF ranges from:

·       New Infrastructure: up to K7 million.

·       New Infrastructure: Special Projects (to a maximum of 2 complementary projects) up to K10 million.

·       New Equipment supply: up to K900,000.

·       Refurbishment of existing facilities – K1 million.

·       Small Scale IT equipment to facilitate improved reporting and accountability.

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About You

The preferred candidate will have:

·       A relevant tertiary qualification, preferably from an engineering, architecture or construction related discipline is desirable.

·       A minimum of 10 years of practical and demonstrated experience in construction and/or project management.

·       Recent experience in program and project management, design management, construction supervision, documentation, and contract administration.

·       High-level understanding and application of architectural and engineering design processes and related documentation and deliverable requirements.

·       Adequate understanding of construction contract legislation terms for Australia and Papua New Guinea.

·       Demonstrated experience in delivering donor-funded international development programs, preferably in Papua New Guinea and/or other developing countries.

·       Proven experience working with government counterparts, technical advisers, other specialist experts and relevant stakeholders critical to a program’s performance to deliver minor works, rehabilitation projects and large infrastructure projects in challenging environments.

·       Excellent leadership, communication, and reporting skills.

·       Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage workloads and meet deadlines.

·       Some knowledge and / or understanding of applying GEDSI and safeguards principles.

·       Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

·       Preference will be given to PNG nationals.

Why join the Australia-Papua New Guinea Law and Justice Partnership (APLJ)?

By joining the APLJ, you will be part of a dynamic and effective team where you can collaborate with leading experts and professionals from diverse backgrounds, access development programs to achieve your career goals, and be challenged to take a global outlook.

HOW TO APPLY
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Please submit
1) Your CV
2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteria

  
APPLICATIONS CLOSE Tuesday, 9 September 2025, COB Port Moresby Time
  
Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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 Australian Government and Managed by DT Global.