This position is open to both national and international applicants
Program Background
DT Global is seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to join the Australia–PNG Law and Justice Partnership (APLJ) as Director – Communications and Programs.
About the Australia–PNG Law and Justice Partnership
Australia-PNG Law and Justice Partnership (APLJ) is a DFAT-funded initiative implemented by DT Global. APLJ supports the Government of Papua New Guinea to strengthen law and justice systems and promote safer, more inclusive communities. The program works at both national and sub-national levels and partners with government, civil society, churches, and local communities.
APLJ contributes to three key outcomes:
· Community safety and access to justice at the local level
· Strengthened law and justice service delivery
· Improved sector leadership, coordination, and accountability
A strong focus is placed on gender equality, disability inclusion, and protection of vulnerable groups, including survivors of gender-based violence and sorcery accusation-related violence.
About the Role
The Director – Communications and Programs is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing APLJ’s communications strategy and the delivery of grant-making mechanisms — the Community Justice Fund (CJF) and Development Partners Fund (DPF). The role provides strategic guidance across public diplomacy, storytelling, community engagement, and funding for local initiatives.
This position sits on the Senior Management Team and contributes to whole-of-program planning, risk management, and adaptive delivery.
Responsibilities:
Communications and Public Diplomacy
· Lead the development and implementation of APLJ’s Communications and Public Diplomacy Strategy.
· Supervise communications staff and ensure the production of high-quality content aligned with DFAT standards.
· Provide strategic advice to the Team Leader and DFAT on visibility and engagement.
· Foster a program-wide culture of storytelling, inclusion, and local voice.
Community Justice Fund (CJF) and Development Partners Fund (DPF)
· Oversee the strategic direction and implementation of CJF and DPF portfolios.
· Supervise grant-making staff and ensure alignment with APLJ objectives and DFAT priorities.
· Guide systems and processes for proposal calls, assessment, contracting, reporting, and risk management.
· Support innovation and learning through evidence-based decision-making and collaboration with MERLA.
Cross-Cutting
· Promote GEDSI, conflict sensitivity, and safeguarding across all responsibilities.
· Contribute to program reporting, donor briefs, and learning products.
· Support adaptive programming approaches in collaboration with provincial and thematic teams.
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About You
Qualifications
· Tertiary qualifications in communications, international development, public policy, law, or a related field.
Essential Experience and Skills
· At least 10 years’ experience in senior roles involving communications and/or program leadership in international development.
· Demonstrated experience leading public diplomacy and stakeholder engagement strategies.
· Proven capability in managing grant-based or locally-led development programs.
· Strong staff management and mentoring skills.
· Familiarity with DFAT branding and aid effectiveness standards.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· Commitment to locally led development and inclusive approaches.
Desirable
· Experience working in Papua New Guinea or a similar context.
Why join APLJ?
By joining the APLJ program, you will be part of a dynamic team committed to contributing 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. You will work in an environment where you can collaborate with leading experts from diverse backgrounds, leading innovative approaches to solving some of the most challenging development problems.
HOW TO APPLY
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Please submit
1) Your CV
2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteria
APPLICATIONS CLOSE on 10th August 2025, 23h59 AEST
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 Aisa 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.
For more information, please see www.dt-global.com
