Climate Change Facilitator

Job Description

xcited to make a difference? Join us as a Climate Change Facilitator supporting climate change and disaster risk resilience activities to deliver positive program outcomes for the AAPNG program. Support Papua New Guinea achieve its development goals whilst making a positive impact to the environment.

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

• Shor-term adviser role with up to 40 input days until 30 June 2027
• Location: Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
• Reserved for PNG citizens only

Position Overview

Reporting to the Senior Manager - Short Courses, the Climate Change Facilitator is responsible for the design and delivery of Climate Change and Disaster Risk Resilience awareness activities for short courses. As a contributor to AAPNG, the Climate Change Facilitator contributes to the quality delivery and positive program outcomes for AAPNG.

This is a short-term adviser position with up to 40 input days until 30 June 2027. It is anticipated a minimum of two-days delivery will be required each quarter.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify key Australian Government and Government of Papua New Guinea policies and priorities in the areas of Climate Change, Disaster Risk Resilience and sustainability.
• Design and deliver targeted workshops that build knowledge in key areas and support opportunities for embedding Climate Change and Disaster Risk Resilience into Short Course Awards and workplace projects.
• Produce a report that includes workshop delivery feedback, lessons learnt as well as recommendations for future delivery and course content refinement / customisation
• Deliver agreed outputs on time and to a high standard in line with program requirements.
• Champion all activities addressing Climate Change and Disaster Risk Resilience principles and objectives
• Lead by example and contribute to the development of a program culture that adheres to the Tetra Tech Values and Behaviours.
• May be required to undertake travel within Papua New Guinea or to Australia Other duties from time to time, as may be reasonably requested by DFAT and Tetra Tech.

Selection Criteria:

• Qualification/s (or an equivalent combination of relevant experience) in Climate Change, Disaster Risk Resilience, or sustainability
• Minimum of five years’ experience in the development and delivery of Climate Change and Disaster Risk Resilience awareness activities in an international development context
• Proven knowledge and understanding of Australian and Papua New Guinean Climate Change priorities
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Demonstrated experience in leading workshops and supporting learning
• Demonstrated experience in working independently and within cross-cultural teams in a collaborative, professional environment.
• Proven high level computer skills, in particular Office 365 applications

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.

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.

About the Organization

Tetra Tech is a global, leading consulting firm providing practical and sustainable international development services. From promoting peace, stability, rule of law, and economic growth, to health and education, to improved natural resource management, Tetra Tech brings an integrated approach that is focused on building the capacity of communities and individuals to create strong, healthy, and resilient societies. With over 16,000 employees in over 400 offices across the globe, Tetra Tech’s capabilities encompass the full life cycle of solutions. Tetra Tech is committed to diversity and gender equality in all of its operations, both in the US and overseas. We strive to reflect these goals in our global mission and in our workforce. We encourage applications from women and underrepresented ethnic, racial, and cultural groups. Tetra Tech is proud to be an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer.