Abt Global - PFM Business Process Improvement Methodology Adviser (DoF)| APEP

Job Description

Abt Global is seeking a short-term adviser for the role of PFM Business Process Improvement Methodology Adviser (DoF) on the Australia PNG Economic Partnership (APEP) Program. This short-term role will support the Government of PNG Department of Finance.

About the Organization

About the Program

The Australia – PNG Economic Partnership (APEP) is a multi-sectoral investment to assist GoPNG to create a stable and more prosperous country. The investment is a key coordination point from which Australia delivers its economic development support to PNG in alignment with the Comprehensive Strategic and Economic Partnership (CSEP). The Australian Government is committed to delivering the Partnership in accordance with the principles of integration and alignment with PNG’s economic sector policies, systems and processes.

The Partnership’s policy objective is to assist PNG in its efforts to achieve sustained growth, capable of lifting the standard of living of all citizens, while also ensuring Australia maintains its reputation as PNG’s economic partner of choice.

The Partnership has gender equality, disability social inclusion (GEDSI), women’s economic empowerment (WEE), climate change, economic dialogue and open government positioned as cross-cutting objectives across all engagement areas.

It has the following End of Program Outcomes (EOPOs):

• EOPO 1 Safeguarding Macroeconomic Stability
• EOPO 2 Strengthening Public Financial Management
• EOPO 3 Supporting More Efficient and Inclusive Markets
• EOPO 4 Fostering Inclusive Growth and Expanded Livelihoods
• EOPO 5 Catalysing Economic Research and Dialogue

About the Opportunity

This position will support the Department of Finance (DoF) to lead intra-department and consequently government-wide improvements in PFM business processes.

The role will focus on strengthening the design, standardisation, documentation, and practical adoption of core accounting and budget execution business processes by introducing BPIM (Business Process Improvement Methodology) frameworks and change management concepts. This includes supporting the DoF to introduce fit-for-purpose Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), embed accountability for process ownership, and promote a culture of continuous improvement across agencies.

About You 

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

• Degree in commerce, accounting, public administration or related field.
• Proven expertise in analysing, redesigning and standardising business processes with a clear track record of designing and implementing standard operating procedures, operational policies or internal control frameworks.
• 10 years’ experience in accounting processes, preferably in a public sector context.
• Demonstrated ability to build capacity and support behavioural change through mentoring, coaching, workshop facilitation, and preparation of user-friendly tools and communications.
• Strong understanding of how public financial management processes work and how they translate into business rules and data requirements.
• Prior experience in using business process methodology tools and change management.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate technical content to a range of stakeholders, including senior executives, technical officers, and non-specialist users, using plain language and appropriate communication tools.
• Clear understanding of and demonstrated commitment to gender equality, disability, and social inclusion (GEDSI), and the ability to integrate climate risk considerations into PFM frameworks and tools.

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