Project Manager
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- International Development
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- 1 day ago Post Date
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- 75500000815 Requisition #
Lead meaningful change with Australia Awards PNG as Project Manager, where your skills in coordination, strategy, and delivery will help shape impactful initiatives, strengthen partnerships, and support the next generation of Papua New Guinea leaders.
- Location: Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
- Full-time, fixed-term appointment to 30 June 2027
- Role reserved for Papua New Guinea nationals
- Be part of a high-performing team delivering Australia Awards Scholarships across PNG
Contribute to a world where people, communities and the planet thrive.
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
Australia Awards PNG (AAPNG) plays a vital role in supporting Papua New Guinea’s development by strengthening education, knowledge sharing, and institutional capacity, while helping to build enduring Australia–PNG relationships. Through high-quality education, meaningful partnerships between institutions, and leadership development, the program contributes to long-term impact and positive change across PNG.
This is an exciting opportunity for an organised and proactive Project Manager to play a key role in delivering the program’s innovative and emerging activities, as well as a range of program-wide initiatives. Reporting to the Program Director, you will be part of a purpose-driven team working in a dynamic and rewarding environment where your contribution will directly support important development outcomes.
You will have the opportunity to work across diverse stakeholders, manage a variety of interesting and meaningful activities, and contribute to the smooth delivery of a respected international program. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is motivated by the chance to make a real difference.
Key responsibilities
- Plan and manage activity timelines to ensure tasks are completed on schedule
- Coordinate with internal teams and stakeholders to support effective delivery
- Develop, monitor, and track activity budgets and expenditure
- Organise events, meetings, travel, and logistics as required
- Prepare briefing notes, reports, and maintain standard operating procedures
- Support program-wide initiatives, promote team culture, and maintain a safe work environment
About You
- Diploma in business administration, project management, or equivalent relevant experience
- Experience managing complex, time-bound projects and delivering quality outcomes
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision, using initiative and judgement
- Strong communication and cross-cultural relationship-building skills with diverse stakeholders
- Highly organised, with strong time management and competing priorities skills
- Confident using Microsoft Office 365, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
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How to Apply
If this opportunity has sparked your interest and you have the skills and expertise required, please click the "Apply for job" button.
Please submit:
- Resume
- Statement of suitability (not exceeding two pages), demonstrating how your qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and personal attributes align with the selection criteria.
Apply before 11:59pm AEST 17 August 2026
Why Tetra Tech International Development?
As a leading development consulting firm, Tetra Tech International Development works with people and communities to solve some of the world's most complex challenges to achieve a positive impact.
Working at Tetra Tech International Development means working within a values-led organisation that invests in flexible work environments built on trust, safety and well-being. Through unified systems, flexible and supportive workplaces, we provide the foundations required for our team to enjoy the work they do and deliver value every day.
Read more about our culture, purpose and values here.
Tetra Tech International Development is an equal-opportunity employer and has a genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion. We encourage people with disability; First Nations Peoples; and people of all cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences to apply.
Should you require additional support with your application, please email IDEV.HRServices@tetratech.com or phone (08) 8375 4400.
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