Hiring Finance Coordinator  , - APAC

Program Background

DT Global is supporting the Bougainville Police Service (BPS) through a New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) funded initiative. The program aims to strengthen the capability, systems and operations of BPS as it continues its development as a professional and trusted policing service for the people of Bougainville.

About DT Global Asia Pacific

At 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.

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The Role

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced finance professional to work directly alongside the Bougainville Police Service, supporting effective financial management, strong internal controls and sustainable organisational capability. The role combines hands-on financial management support with mentoring and capacity strengthening.

This position forms part of an MFAT-funded initiative to strengthen back-office operations within the Bougainville Police Service through the placement of in-line (non-sworn) personnel. The Finance Coordinator will be embedded within BPS, providing day-to-day support to the finance function while helping to strengthen systems, documentation and internal controls. The role will contribute to BPS's broader goal of becoming a responsive, modern, transparent and professional policing service.

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Key Selection Criteria

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline
• Minimum 8-10 years’ experience in financial management in government, development, or donor-funded programs
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement financial control systems
• Proven experience in preparing financial reports and coordinating audits
• Strong mentorship skills and ability to build capacity of local teams
• Experience in low-resource, culturally diverse environments

Desirable

· CPA, CA or equivalent professional accounting qualification.

· Experience working with Government of Papua New Guinea public financial management systems, processes and controls.

· Experience working within, or in partnership with, PNG or Bougainville government agencies.

· Familiarity with financial compliance, reporting and audit requirements in government, development or donor-funded programs.

· Understanding of Bougainville governance arrangements and development context.

· Proficiency in Tok Pisin and/or other Bougainville languages.

The position is based in Buka, Bougainville. Candidates should be comfortable living and working in a regional location and engaging closely with government counterparts and local communities.

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

APPLICATIONS CLOSE Thursday 23rd July 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.

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.