Project Coordinator, Policy & SOE

Program Background

The Economic and Social Infrastructure Program (ESIP) is an Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) program implemented by DT Global.

Under strategic direction from DFAT officials at the Australian High Commission in PNG, ESIP is delivering a range of activities and policy initiatives in the energy, telecommunications and water sectors. ESIP is also supporting PNG’s state-owned enterprise performance improvement program and delivering social infrastructure planning, design and construction services.

Gender equity, disability and social inclusion (GEDSI) and social and environmental safeguards are a focus of the program and are mainstreamed across ESIP’s activities and operations.

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The Role

The Project Coordinator will provide core administrative and coordination support to the Director of Policy and State-Owned Enterprises (SOE), as well as to Program Managers overseeing activities in supporting the effective delivery of ESIP’s initiatives within the SOE, ICT and Energy sectors in Papua New Guinea (PNG).

The role is essential in ensuring the smooth delivery of ESIP-supported initiatives by assisting with task coordination, documentation, reporting, and stakeholder engagement logistics.

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About You

Qualifications or degree in Policy, Public Administration, Business Management or Social Sciences or similar discipline

Demonstrated experience in providing administrative, logistical, or coordination support in a development, government, or donor program environment

Previous experience working with development partners or on aid-funded programs is an advantage

Knowledge and / or experience of applying GEDSI and safeguards principles.

HOW TO APPLY

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Please submit

1) Your CV

2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteria

APPLICATIONS CLOSE Sunday 10 August 2025, 11:59 pm (AEST)

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.