Manager, Short Courses

Tetra Tech International Development is seeking an experienced and motivated Manager, Short Courses to join the Australia Awards Papua New Guinea (AAPNG) team. This is a great opportunity to make a lasting impact in peoples lives and PNG economic development.

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Tetra Tech International Development is a leading development consulting firm working with government, businesses, and NGOs to solve complex development challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. For more information, please visit our website.

The Opportunity

• Full-time position until 30 June 2027
• Location: Port Moresby, PNG
• Reserved for PNG citizens only

Position Overview:  The Manager, Short Courses will be responsible for managing the planning and implementation of Short Courses in Australia and PNG.As a member of the Management Team (MT), the Manager - Short Courses fosters continuous improvement and innovation, ensures quality delivery, and maximises possible program outcomes for AAPNG.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide timely and regular contributions around Short Courses implementation to support high quality public diplomacy products for the Australian High Commission in PNG
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of all Short Courses by participating in periodic evaluations and contributing recommendations for innovation.
• Support the Senior Manager - Short Courses to demonstrate value for money principles, monitor annual budget, track expenditure, and develop monthly forecasts

• Deliver agreed outputs to the standard required; ensuring quality reports are submitted in a timely manner and meet internal and external requirements

• Champion GEDSI and Safeguards principles and objectives across all areas of Short Courses
• Lead by example and contribute to the development of a program culture that adheres to the Tetra Tech Values and Behaviours
• Other duties from time to time, as may be reasonably requested by DFAT and Tetra Tech

Selection Criteria:

Essential:

• Qualification/s in administration, project management, education or other relevant study area OR equivalent experience in an international development context
• Experience in managing training or activities involving movement of people
• Experience managing a diverse team and strong organisation and time management skills
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and report writing skills
• Experience with developing and managing a budget and forecasting expenditure
• Strong computer skills using all Microsoft Office 365 applications.

Desirable

• Experience and understanding of international scholarships and education, including management of academic and welfare issues and continuing professional development.

For a complete position description, please click here. Please use password TetraTech2025

How to Apply: Click the "Apply for job" button on the Tetra Tech International Development website. Applications will only be accepted via the website. Emailed applications will be disregarded.

Please submit:

• Resume (not exceeding four pages)
• Statement of suitability (not exceeding two pages), demonstrating how your qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and personal attributes align with the selection criteria
• Please do not include transcripts, references, or other documentation, as this will deem your application automatically ineligible

Apply before 11:59 PM (AEST) Sunday, 10 August 2025.

Due to a high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.