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 18 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.’
TSSP3 has three End of Program Outcomes (EOPOs) which are expected to be achieved over the initial five-year duration of the program. They are as follows:
EOPO 1: Better Transport System Management. Targeted GoPNG transport sector agencies are supported to more efficiently, effectively, and inclusively plan, budget, and manage the transport system
EOPO 2: Improved Safety Standards and Coordination. Australian assistance to targeted GoPNG transport sector agencies contributes to improving the policy and regulatory environment to enable safety for all and foster greater sector coordination
EOPO 3: Expanded, Sustainable and Affordable Assets. Investment in transport assets is expanded and PNG transport sector actors apply their improved capability to deliver and maintain such assets.
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.
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The Role The Finance Officer (Bougainville) is responsible for the effective administration and maintenance of financial systems, records, and reporting. The role ensures compliance with relevant contracts, legislation, TSSP3 requirements, and DT Global policies, procedures, and practices, while proactively identifying, mitigating, and managing fraud and other financial risks.
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About You
Essential Qualifications, Experience and Attributes
Recognized tertiary qualifications in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related discipline.
Minimum of four (4) years’ experience in a finance or accounting role with responsibility for financial administration, payment processing, reconciliations, and compliance.
Demonstrated ability to provide high-quality customer service and respond effectively to internal and external stakeholder enquiries.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to exercise sound judgement and make informed decisions.
Proven ability to manage competing priorities, re-prioritise workloads, and consistently meet deadlines in a high-volume environment.
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills in English.
Demonstrated capacity to work effectively under pressure and meet reporting, audit, and management deadlines.
Strong commitment to gender equality, capacity development, ethical conduct, and anti-corruption principles.
Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team in an office-based environment, including in remote or resource-constrained settings.
Technical Skills and Knowledge
Sound understanding of financial management systems, internal controls, fraud prevention, and anti-corruption measures within program or organisational settings.
Demonstrated experience in preparing accurate financial reports, bank reconciliations, acquittals, and supporting documentation.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word, and experience using accounting software, including MYOB.
High level of attention to detail and accuracy in financial processing, compliance, and record-keeping.
Understanding of donor-funded program financial management requirements and compliance standards including audit and reporting obligations.
Personal Attributes
Strong interpersonal, communication, representational, and cross-cultural skills
Ability to apply independent judgement, influence outcomes, and build consensus on complex or sensitive issues while balancing multiple stakeholder expectations
Demonstrated commitment to addressing gender equality, disability and social inclusion (GEDSI), safeguards, and climate change considerations
Strong commitment to teamwork and effective engagement with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to coach, mentor, and support the capacity development of colleagues while building effective working relationships.
Patience, resilience, flexibility, and willingness to work with limited resources in a challenging and development country context
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Please submit 1) Your CV 2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteria
APPLICATIONS CLOSE Sunday, 08 March 2026 / 11:59pm AEST 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.
