• Commencement: December 2024 

• Long term role

• Based in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

• Open to PNG Citizens 

About the Program 

The Institutional Partnerships Program (IPP) commenced in 2017 and continues Australia’s long history in providing government-to-government assistance and institutional strengthening in PNG. 

From April 2022 PIPP has been designed as a standalone investment implemented by Abt Associates working closely with DFAT, Whole of Government (WoG) partners and Government of PNG counterpart agencies. 

The program will be focussed on ensuring the safety and wellbeing of Australian Government Entity (AGE) officials in PNG and supporting DFAT and AGE’s to maximise the benefits from government-to-government relationships in line with the principles of Comprehensive Strategic and Economic Partnership (CSEP) and Partnerships for Recovery, while also assisting AHC to leverage AGE experience into other DFAT investments.

Abt Global will provide program management and logistics support to WoG agencies participating in the PIPP. There are a small number of other Australian agencies working on sectoral programs who may access logistics services provided under the agreement between DFAT and Abt Global.

Abt Global will provide core management services across:

a. Program Implementation and Management; 

b. Deployment Support and Logistics; and 

c. PIPP Operations Management.

About the Opportunity

The locally engaged Operations & Security Manager (OSM) will provide management of security, safety, Workplace Health and Safety, risk management, procurement, deployment support including travel, logistics, fleet management, and PIPP operations. In addition, the role will provide capacity building and support for local staff whilst working cooperatively with AHC in PNG and Abt PNG programs personnel. The OSM will guided and developed by the current expatriate OSM and Team Leader (TL) during the transition phase. 

About You 

For applications to be considered, a response to the key selection criteria below must be provided. 

• Demonstrated at a minimum a Level 6 Diploma in Safety and Security discipline or demonstrated equivalent experience.

• Demonstrated 8 to 10-years’ experience in safety and security management including development and operationalisation of Safety and Security Plans and Crisis Management Plans.

• Experience operating in Melanesian Pacific context – preferable PNG.

• Advanced First Aid and possess a Class 6 PNG Drivers Licence

• Understanding of the strategic purpose of the Australian PNG Partnership.

• Experienced in managing and maintaining facilities including office spaces, storage, and vehicle fleets.

• Capacity to work in challenging environments with Excellent communications skills in a culturally diverse setting.

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