Technical Adviser - Corporate and Business Services - PNG National Museum and Art Gallery (NMAG)

Job Description

Technical Adviser - Corporate and Business Services - PNG National Museum and Art Gallery (NMAG)

Long term opportunity based in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

Program Overview

The PNG Governance Facility (PGF) is an innovative governance initiative in Papua New Guinea, aimed at contributing to security, stability, basic service delivery and inclusive growth for all Papua New Guineans. The PGF will be responsible for the design and implementation of most of Australia’s future governance portfolio under the strategic direction and oversight of the Australian and PNG Governments.

Australia’s support aims to help revitalise the PNG National Museum and Art Gallery (NMAG) and its role as a thriving centre of cultural identity, activity and knowledge. The Gallery holds some of Papua New Guinea’s most remarkable cultural treasures, historical artefacts, contemporary art, and plant and animal specimens. Previously support has included the completion of the NMAG Master Plan, which outlines NMAG’s vision (2015-2030) to guide the development of its operations, site and infrastructure. The National Museum and Art Gallery is of critical importance to the cultural and social life of Papua New Guinea. The work and collections of NMAG are also of international significance.

Role Summary

The Technical Adviser, Corporate and Business Services, PNG National Museum and Art Gallery will work closely with the NMAG executive to strengthen the capacity of the institution. This will involve undertaking a capacity needs analysis and then planning and implementing activities that respond to both individual and institutional needs. Specifically the advisor will work closely with the Director and Deputy Directors to:

• support the development, management and implementation of business systems, policies and processes that facilitate achievement of NMAG’s business goals;
• support the management and implementation of NMAG’s Corporate Plan.

The successful candidate will bring

• Relevant tertiary or post graduate qualifications in management, strategy, public policy/ administration, project management or related disciplines;
• 10 or more years of professional experience in an equivalent senior leadership, management or advisory role, in the governance sector;
• Corporate service management experience, preferably within a statutory authority and in a developing country context;
• Outstanding organisational development expertise and demonstrated institutional reform experience, preferably within a public sector agency, preferably in Melanesia;
• Demonstrated knowledge and significant experience in strategic management, change management, team building and leadership development, with the ability to mentor senior public sector executives across a large, complex organisation (preferably the Public Sector);
• Exceptional relationship and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage the expectations of a diverse range of stakeholders including Government Ministers and Public Service Secretaries.

For Further Information and Application Details

Further information in regards to this opportunity can be found in the Position Description available from the Careers page of Abt Associate’s website at:

http://www.abtassociates.com.au/careers/job-search/

Applications should be submitted online via the Careers page of Abt Associate’s website, and should include a current CV, cover letter and a response to the key selection criteria.

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 30 November 2016 (midnight AEST)

We welcome and thank all applications, however only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

About the Organization

About Abt Associates

Abt Associates is a recognised leader in the international development sector. Working with our many partners, Abt Associates implements bold innovative solutions to improve the lives of the community and deliver valued outcomes for our clients. We provide a comprehensive range of services from policy to service delivery in the public and private sectors contributing to long term benefits for clients and communities. Operating in remote and challenging environments, we offer innovative solutions, extensive experience in the region, strong technical capacity, and a proven project management track record. We are committed to gender equity in our employment strategies and encourage applications from capable women.

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