Manager, Grants and Procurement

Job Description

Tetra Tech International Development is seeking an experienced and motivated Manager, Grants and Procurement to join the Australia Awards Papua New Guinea (AAPNG) team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and manage the full grants lifecycle and procurement functions, ensuring efficient, compliant, and high-quality program delivery.

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

Position Overview

Reporting to the Deputy Director- Operations, the Manager, Grants and Procurement is responsible for the administrative management and oversight of the full grants lifecycle—from design and solicitation through evaluation, award, implementation, milestone payments, and closeout. The role also leads the procurement function, ensuring all program purchases comply with Procurement Rules, donor policies, and internal procedures.

The position drives the development and implementation of effective grants and procurement policies, fostering innovation and service excellence within the Program.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to and administrative management of the full grants lifecycle across the program
• Develop and implement initiatives to support efficient and effective grants management and procurement, including providing guidance and training to Australia Awards PNG staff to ensure the Program delivers activities on time, on budget, and aligned with its goal and objective.
• Lead grants and procurement policy development and ensure Australia Awards PNG systems and procedures are current, compliant with the Head Contract, PNG legislation, Commonwealth Procurement Rules and TetraTech policies, and are responsive to operational needs.
• Lead the development and implementation of the grants and procurement annual workplan and budget.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of the grants and procurement functions, identifying areas for improvement and implementing strategies to enhance effectiveness, efficiency, quality, and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Supervise and mentor staff assigned to the grants and procurement team.
• Other duties from time to time, as may be reasonably requested by DFAT and Tetra Tech.

Selection Criteria

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in grants management, including 5 years in a management role within donor-funded or managing contractor contexts.
• Proven experience administering the full grants lifecycle and managing procurement compliant with Commonwealth Procurement Rules.
• Strong project management, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders and drive organisational change.
• Strong computer skills, using all Microsoft Office 365 applications

How to Apply

Click the “Apply for job” button on the Tetra Tech International Development website. Applications will only be accepted via the website. Emailed applications will be disregarded.

Please submit:

• Resume (not exceeding four pages)
• Statement of suitability (not exceeding two pages), demonstrating how you meet the selection criteria
• Please do not include transcripts, references, or additional documentation as this will render your application ineligible.

Apply before 11:59 PM (AEST) Monday, 22 September 2025.

About the Organization

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.