MENA AI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The PNG–Australia Transport Sector Support Program Phase 3 (TSSP3) is seeking a Locally Led Development (LLD) Senior Coordinator to be based in Papua New Guinea. This role focuses on integrating locally led development into program activities, with a primary emphasis on strengthening the capacity of national staff, partner agencies, and local contractors. Key responsibilities include contributing to program planning, implementation, and reporting while ensuring all activities are context-specific and aligned with LLD objectives. While the specific employment type is not explicitly stated, the position supports a long-term program scheduled to run until November 2028. Candidates are required to have at least five years of experience in the international development sector and must be fluent in both English and Tok Pisin. The job description does not provide specific salary information, suggesting that compensation details may be discussed during the interview process or found in the full Terms of Reference. Applications for this position remain open until January 11, 2026.

Original Job Description

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Job Title: Locally Led Development (LLD) Senior Coordinator (re-advertised)

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About TSSP Phase 3
The PNG–Australia Transport Sector Support Program Phase 3 (TSSP3) is a critical, high-priority Australian investment that stands to make a major contribution to PNG development outcomes.
Working closely with the Government of PNG (GoPNG), TSSP3 will build on the significant body of achievements, lessons, and relationships from the past 17 years of operation and will continue to contribute to the achievement of the overarching goal of:

‘A more effective, efficient, and inclusive transport system, enabling the economic and social development of PNG.’

Gender Equity, Disability Equity, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) and Social and Environmental Safeguards, Locally Led Development (LLD), Climate Change and Disaster Resilience (CCDR) and Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, Learning and Adapting (MERLA) are a key focus for the program and are integrated into all of TSSP3’s activities and operations.
This phase of TSSP3 will run from November 2023 to November 2028.

About the Role
The Locally Led Development (LLD) Senior Coordinator supports the integration of locally led development across TSSP3 activities, with a strong focus on capacity strengthening of national staff, partner agencies and local contractors. Working closely with the LLD Manager, the LLD Senior Coordinator contributes to program planning, implementation and reporting, ensuring activities are context-specific and aligned with LLD objectives.

About you
Selection Criteria:
• Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline
• At least five years’ practical demonstrated experience at a policy or program level working for international development sector programs or large complex organisations
• Demonstrated practical experience in the coordination and management of key stakeholders
• Experience working with government ministries/agencies, private sector, and communities is advantageous
• Experience in managing or coordinating graduate (or internship program) development programs or similar (preferred)
• Strong knowledge and / or understanding of the relevance of LLD and its importance to long term nation building
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Tok Pisin and English.

To obtain more information about this role and access a full Terms of Reference (ToR), please click on: https://tinyurl.com/mr4a8j67

How to apply

HOW TO APPLY
Click the ‘Apply Now’ button – https://tinyurl.com/4k6xfxxb

Please submit
1) A recent CV;
2) A cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (maximum 1 – 2 pages)

APPLICATIONS CLOSE Sunday 11 January 2026, 11:59pm (PNG time)

Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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