AIFFP PMO Safeguards Adviser

Program Background

The Australian Infrastructure Financing Facility for the Pacific (AIFFP) is supporting some of Papua New Guinea's most significant transport infrastructure investments. Through a long-term partnership with the Government of Papua New Guinea, AIFFP is helping deliver high-quality infrastructure that strengthens connectivity, supports economic growth and expands opportunities for communities across the country.

Embedded within TSSP3, the AIFFP Project Management Office (PMO) provides strategic leadership, project management and technical oversight for major investments, including the PNG Ports Infrastructure Investment Program and the PNG Roads Project.

The AIFFP PMO is more than a project management office. It is a multidisciplinary team working across engineering, infrastructure delivery, safeguards, governance, commercial management and corporate services to deliver projects that will benefit Papua New Guineans for generations to come.

At the AIFFP PMO, we believe transformational infrastructure is delivered through strong partnerships, innovative thinking and talented people. We foster a collaborative and inclusive workplace where individuals are empowered to contribute, solve complex challenges and grow professionally. By joining the team, you will help deliver nationally sign

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The Role

The role exists to give the AIFFP and PNGPCL confidence, backed by evidence, that the ports and roads programs are meeting their safeguards obligations under the financing agreements and the Program Implementation Framework. Reporting to the AIFFP PMO Safeguards Manager, the Safeguards Adviser manages the PMO's day-to-day safeguards work: tracking commitments, conditions and approvals; checking compliance through the PMSC's monitoring and reporting; preparing the safeguards reporting needed for drawdowns and AIFFP review; and building PNGPCL's own safeguards capability.

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About You

• A tertiary qualification in environmental science, environmental engineering, social science or a related discipline.

• A minimum of 8 years' experience managing environmental and social risks on large infrastructure projects, including during construction.

• Sound working knowledge of the IFC Performance Standards, the World Bank Group EHS Guidelines, the Equator Principles and donor safeguard policies (DFAT, World Bank, ADB).

• Demonstrated experience in safeguards monitoring, compliance verification and reporting for lenders or development partners, including reviewing contractor and consultant reports and C-ESMPs.

• Experience running compliance tracking systems (commitment, non-conformance, incident and grievance registers) and following actions through to close-out.

• Experience preparing safeguards requirements for bidding documents and evaluating the ESHS components of bids, preferably under FIDIC contracts.

• Experience delivering safeguards training and building the capability of government or state-owned enterprise counterparts.

• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear, evidence-based reports.

• Strong stakeholder engagement skills in cross-cultural contexts, and the ability to influence without direct authority.

• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with close attention to detail.

Why join TSSP?

At TSSP3 and the AIFFP PMO, your work will help shape the future of Papua New Guinea. Join a purpose-driven team delivering some of the country’s most significant infrastructure investments, creating stronger connections, unlocking economic opportunities and improving lives. We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where innovation is encouraged, diverse perspectives are valued, and every contribution helps deliver lasting impact for communities across Papua New Guinea.

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Please submit
1) Your CV
2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteria

APPLICATIONS CLOSE Sunday, 29 November 2026, 11:59 pm PNG Time
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