This position is open to national applicants only
Program Background
DT Global has been engaged by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) to manage the next phase of Australia’s investment in strengthening the delivery of law and justice services in Papua New Guinea for a 4-year period to 31 December 2027.
The Australia-PNG Law and Justice Partnership Program seeks to contribute to PNG’s law and justice sector capacity to provide inclusive, safe, secure and accountable law and justice foundations for peaceful and prosperous communities, equitable economic development and private sector growth.
The program aligns with the Government of Papua New Guinea’s (GoPNG) law and justice sector goal of ‘building peaceful and prosperous communities together’. APLJ will focus on three End of Program Outcomes (EOPOs):
EOPO 1 – Community Safety and Access to Justice at the Local Level: Communities in target locations, especially women, children, persons with disabilities, vulnerable people and those accused of sorcery, have improved access to selected justice and support services.
EOPO 2 – Law and Justice Services Supply: Responsible law and justice sector agencies increasingly provide selected inclusive, responsive, and accountable essential law and justice services in target locations.
EOPO 3 – Leadership, Coordination and Accountability: Responsible law and justice mechanisms demonstrate improved sectoral leadership and coordination of national and subnational law and justice services and improved sector integrity systems.
The Role
The Communications Manager will develop high quality communications products that articulate APLJ’s goal, end of program outcomes and promote the program profile and brand. This will be achieved through accelerating the APLJ Communications strategy and leading on program events, development of audio-visual, mass media, social media, graphic design and background briefs and fact sheets. The Communications Manager will be a strong project manager with capacity to develop persuasive written pieces and powerful story telling, manage external partners, and lead a competent, small team.
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The preferred candidate will have the following experience and knowledge:
· Tertiary qualification in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field.
· At least 10 years of experience in journalism, communications, marketing or relevant background
· Proven experience working with DFAT or similar development agencies in the development sector.
· Demonstrated experience in developing high quality writing and verbal communication products.
· Leadership or management experience including mentoring and building capacity of direct reports.
· Agility and flexibility to be able to work under pressure with shifting priorities and tight deadlines.
· Strong project management and organisational skills.
· Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
This position is open to PNG Nationals only.
Why join the Australia-Papua New Guinea Law and Justice Partnership (APLJ)?
By joining APLJ, you will be part of an long-standing partnership between Papua New Guinea and Australia where you can collaborate with leading experts from diverse law and justice backgrounds, access development programs to achieve your career goals, and be challenged to take a global outlook on progressing development impacts.
HOW TO APPLY
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Please submit
1) Your CV
2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteria
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Thursday, 31 July 2025, COB POM time
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.
About DT Global Asia Pacific
At DT Global Asia Pacific, we aim to positively impact people’s lives through delivery excellence. As a leading implementing partner across Asia and the Pacific, we co-create locally led solutions in partnership with governments, communities, and stakeholders. We bring together talented teams and deep regional expertise to deliver initiatives that promote inclusive economic growth, essential services, and resilient, secure communities. With over 1,500 staff, experts in 22+ countries and more than 60 years of development experience, we tackle complex community, national and transnational challenges — from governance and justice systems to climate resilience, infrastructure and social equity — with innovative thinking and a commitment to long-term impact.
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