• Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea • Two-year fixed term with option to extend • Open to both International and National Candidates
Program Background
The Economic and Social Infrastructure Program (ESIP), the Transport Sector Support Program Phase 3 (TSSP3) and the Incentive Fund Phase 5 (IF5) are Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) funded programs implemented by DT Global in Papua New Guinea (PNG).
Under strategic direction from DFAT officials at the Australian High Commission in PNG, these programs are delivering a range of infrastructure activities, policy initiatives and institutional strengthening in the transport, energy, telecommunications and water sectors. ESIP is also
supporting PNG’s state-owned enterprise performance improvement program and delivering social infrastructure planning, design and construction services. TSSP3 is supporting PNG to achieve a more effective, efficient, and inclusive transport system, enabling the economic and social development of PNG, and IF5 is an Infrastructure Grant Program.
Gender equity, disability equity, and social inclusion (GEDSI), social and environmental safeguards, climate change and disaster resilience (CCDR), locally led development (LLD) and monitoring, evaluation, research, learning and adapting (MERLA) are a key focus for all programs and are integrated into all of DT Global’s activities and operations.
The Role
Reporting to the TSSP3 Team Leader and the ESIP Managing Director, the Infrastructure Portfolio Procurement Director (Director) will provide strategic leadership and oversight of procurement functions across the three DFAT-funded infrastructure programs—ESIP, TSSP3, and IF5.
The Director will ensure procurement pipelines are managed in a timely, efficient, and transparent
manner, guided by robust processes, accurate documentation, and compliance with procurement rules and policies. The role includes leading effective contract negotiations with preferred suppliers and driving high performance across procurement teams to deliver consistent, high-quality outcomes that provide value for money (VfM) and meet the needs of DFAT and Government of Papua New
Guinea (GoPNG) partners.
Through this leadership role,the Director will uphold the highest standards of procurement practice while ensuring cross-cutting priorities—including GEDSI, LLD, Climate Change and Disaster Resilience (CCDR), and safeguarding—are fully reflected in procurement activities.
As a senior leadership position, the Director will be an active member of both the ESIP Program
Management Team and the TSSP3 Senior Management Team (SMT), contributing to
strategic decision-making, oversight, and program leadership.
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About You
· Postgraduate qualifications in Procurement, Infrastructure, Law, or a related discipline, with a strong foundation in procurement and contract management principals
· Minimum 10 years of senior-level procurement experience, including in infrastructure and
international development contexts, with a proven track record of managing large-scale and complex procurement process
· Experience working in Papua New Guinea, the Pacific, or other developing country contexts, with the ability to navigate institutional and cultural environments while maintaining strict compliance with donor and government procurement frameworks
· Extensive experience leading and managing end-to-end procurement functions in government, donor-funded programs, or large organisations, including procurement planning, tendering,
evaluation, contract negotiation, and contract management
· Deep understanding of infrastructure project cycles and construction contract management, including familiarity with Australian Standards (AS) and application of international donor-funded procurement frameworks
· Demonstrated knowledge of public sector procurement systems, compliance frameworks, and governance requirements, including Papua New Guinea’s National Procurement Act,
Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs), DFAT procurement policies, and international safeguards standards
· Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills, with the ability to lead complex
discussions, resolve disputes, and provide authoritative advice to executive committees and senior management teams
· Expertise in risk management and due diligence process, including identifying, assessing, and mitigating procurement and compliance risks across large portfolios
· Proven track record in building and leading high-performing teams, including mentoring, staff development, and strengthening organisational procurement capacity.
HOW TO APPLY
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Please submit
1) Your CV
2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteria
APPLICATIONS CLOSE Sunday, 21 September 2025 / 11:59pm / 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 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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