Manager, Communications & Public Diplomacy

Job Description

Lead impactful communications and public diplomacy for Tetra Tech International Development’s AAPNG Program! Drive innovation, build key partnerships, manage high-profile events, and shape the program’s success in a dynamic, influential role.

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

• Full-time position until 30 June 2027
• Location: Port Moresby, PNG
• Reserved for PNG citizens only

Australia Awards PNG Overview

The Australia Awards PNG (AAPNG) program supports Papua New Guinea’s development goals through education, knowledge transfer, and institutional capacity building, fostering strong Australia-PNG partnerships. It promotes inclusive, high-quality education by strengthening accredited training institutions and facilitating institution-to-institution collaborations. AAPNG empowers Papua New Guinea’s future leaders with professional and technical skills aligned to government priorities, ensuring opportunities for women, people with disabilities, and those from rural areas. The program offers three study pathways: long-term postgraduate scholarships in Australia, long-term scholarships in PNG addressing workforce gaps, and short-term professional development courses in both countries.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee AAPNG communications and public diplomacy, proactively responding to opportunities and optimizing team resources.
• Provide strategic advice and develop relationships with media and key stakeholders.
• Ensure timely, high-quality reporting and compliance with DFAT and company standards.
• Identify and manage risks related to communications, partnerships, and public diplomacy.
• Promote gender equality, disability inclusion, and human resource development through communications.
• Lead program culture, champion GEDSI principles, support staff capacity building, and maintain a safe work environment.

Selection criteria

• Relevant undergraduate qualifications desirable; strong logical thinking and clear communication skills essential.
• Proven experience managing small teams and delivering high-quality outputs under pressure, preferably in communications.
• Demonstrated project management expertise in international development, with experience working closely with donors.
• Excellent English writing, attention to detail, organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.

For a complete position description, please click here. Please use password TetraTech2025

How to apply

Click the “Apply for job” button. 

Applications will only be accepted via the Tetra Tech International Development Website.Emailed applications will be disregarded.

Please submit:

• Resume
• Statement of suitability (not exceeding two pages), demonstrating how your qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and personal attributes align with the selection criteria.

Apply before 11:59pm AEST Thursday, 3 July 2025

About the Organization

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.