Provincial Facilitator SH

Program BackgroundThe Australia-PNG Law and Justice Partnership (APLJ) supported by the Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) will be implemented by DT Global over a 4-year period to December 2027. APLJ is the next phase of Australia’s investment in strengthening the delivery of law and justice services in PNG and will build on 20 years of successful support.APLJ aims to enhance the capacity of the Law & Justice Sector to provide inclusive, safe, secure, and accountable law and justice foundations for peaceful and prosperous communities, equitable economic development, and private sector growth. Aligned with Government of Papua New Guinea’s (GoPNG) law and justice sector goal of ‘building peaceful and prosperous communities together’ APLJ is dedicated to achieving three End of Program Outcomes (EOPO’s)* Community safety through prevention and improving the demand-side of accessing justice services. * Strengthening supply-side access to justice services such as capacity and quality of the justice system. * Supporting sector leadership, coordination, and integration of national and subnational law and justice operations and improving sector integrity systems.The program will have a strong focus on addressing gender equity, disability, and social inclusion (GEDSI) issues including gender-based violence (GBV), family sexual violence (FSV) and sorcery-accusation related violence (SARV). A robust approach to Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, Learning and Adaptation will support evidence-based decision-making, analysis, and demonstration of impact.APLJ will continue Australia’s support to law and justice development in the Autonomous Region of Bougainville (ARoB) and anticipates working in up to five provinces.About DT Global Asia PacificAt 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.For more information, please see www.dt-global.comThe RoleWorking closely with the APLJ Director Community Justice and APLJ Subnational Advisers, the Provincial Facilitator will support continued engagement, planning and implementation of ongoing law and justice activities at the subnational level. Working closely with national law and justice agencies based at provincial level, the Provincial Facilitator will ensure active engagement of local community groups in law and justice projects, and ensure close relationships are maintained with key provincial and district administration staff. This role will focus particularly on the Southern Highlands Province and will be based in Mendi, SHP.Click on the link or copy paste it to access the full Terms of Reference for this position: https://tinyurl.com/43uke6ydAbout You* Tertiary level qualification in policy development, law, international development, business management or any related field. * At least ten years’ experience working within, or with, provincial administrations. * Experience of working on, or with, donor development programs would be an advantage. * Experience of working in, or with, PNG law and justice sector would be an advantage. * A strong ability to self-manage and be proactive will be important. * Flexibility and adaptability will be key, as will demonstrated coordination skills. * Well-developed fluency in English written and verbal communication with the ability to modify communication styles to meet the needs of staff/audiences where English is not their first language.Why join the Australia-PNG Law and Justice Partnership (APLJ)?By joining the APLJ program, you will be part of a dynamic team committed to contributing 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. You will work in an environment where you can collaborate with leading experts from diverse backgrounds, leading innovative approaches to solving some of the most challenging development problems.HOW TO APPLYHOW TO APPLYClick the link to apply: Provincial Facilitator SHPlease submit1) Your CV2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteriaAPPLICATIONS CLOSE 5pm, Tuesday 7th April 2026 (POM 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.