Law and Justice Sector Secretariat Adviser

Job Description

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.

APLJ 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

APLJ is seeking an Adviser to the Law and Justice Sector Secretariat (LJSS). LJSS serves as the Secretariat for the National Coordination Mechanism for the law and justice sector, an interagency coordination body chaired by the Secretary of the Department of Justice and Attorney General (DJAG). LJSS is located at DJAG and coordinates across the 14 law and justice sector agencies, including the Constitutional and Law Reform Commission (CLRC), Correctional Services (CS), DJAG, the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC), the Lands Commission, the Legal Training Institute (LTI), the National Judicial Staff Services (NJSS), the National Narcotics Bureau (NNB), the Office of the Public Prosecutor (OPP), Office of the Public Solicitor (OPS), the Ombudsman Commission (OC), and the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary (RPNGC).

LJSS supports the development and socialisation of national and subnational policies including the National Law and Justice Policy, the Crime Prevention Strategy, and the Provincial Engagement Strategy. LJSS also supports the development of the annual performance report for the law and justice sector.

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About You

The preferred candidate will have:

• In depth knowledge and understanding of the PNG Law and Justice system at national and subnational levels, or relevant experience
• Experience working in a government agency or in close collaboration with government agencies including providing technical assistance to government stakeholders
• Experience with multistakeholder coordination and engagements
• Tertiary qualifications applicable to Law and Justice, International Development, or other relevant qualification
• Experience in the design and execution of policy/institutional reform focussed development and implementation
• Ability to question and understand complex problems, facilitate collaborative solutions and promote PNG involvement and ownership.
• Commitment to quality assurance and client service.
• Well-developed leadership, interpersonal and cross-program collaboration skills. 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt
• Ability to work under pressure and at times meet multiple deadlines
• Flexibility and adaptability to work with multiple stakeholders across diverse cultures

This role is open to both suitably qualified PNG nationals and international candidates.

Why join the Australia-Papua New Guinea Law and Justice Partnership (APLJ)?

By joining the APLJ, you will be part of a dynamic and effective team where you can collaborate with leading experts and professionals from diverse backgrounds, access development programs to achieve your career goals, and be challenged to take a global outlook.

HOW TO APPLY
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Please submit
1) Your CV
2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteria

APPLICATIONS CLOSE Tuesday, 10^th March 2026, COB Port Moresby 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 the Organization

About DT Global

DT Global is shaping a future where sustainable development and innovation empower individuals, communities, and nations. We work in partnership with local stakeholders to foster inclusive prosperity, social equity, and environmental stewardship. Our global team of 2,500 staff and experts work in over 90 countries to solve complex problems in the peacebuilding, governance, economic development, environment, and human development sectors. With a track record of technical excellence and more than 60 years of international development experience and relationships, we deliver innovative solutions that transform lives.

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