Human Resources (HR) Officer

Program Background

DT Global has been engaged by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) to manage the next phase of Australia’s investment in strengthening the delivery of law and justice services in Papua New Guinea for a 4-year period to 31 December 2027.

The Australia-PNG Law and Justice Partnership (APLJ) seeks to contribute 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. The program aligns with GoPNG’s law and justice sector goal of ‘building peaceful and prosperous communities together’.

In the Autonomous Region of Bougainville, APLJ maintains an office in Buka and works closely with the ABG and law and justice stakeholders to support Bougainville’s evolving law and justice sector.

A central element of this work is the Shaping Bougainville Justice (SBJ) program, an ABG-led reform agenda supporting the progressive development of a law and justice system tailored to Bougainville’s constitutional, institutional and social context. SBJ involves complex and interrelated policy, legislative, institutional and operational reforms, including the development and transition of justice institutions and functions to Bougainville. This requires close cooperation between the ABG, GoPNG law and justice agencies and other stakeholders, together with sustained technical assistance to translate policy and legislative reforms into functioning institutions and improved services 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

The HR Officer will work within the APLJ People and Culture Team to provide operational and administrative support across the employee lifecycle. The role will coordinate recruitment and selection, contracting, onboarding and offboarding, employee relations support, performance management, learning and development, HR records and reporting, and compliance with applicable Papua New Guinea legislation, DT Global policies and procedures, and DFAT requirements. The HR Officer will support the HR and P&C Manager and program managers to ensure HR processes are timely, consistent, confidential, and aligned with program objectives.

The HR Officer will provide practical HR support to employees and managers, maintain accurate and confidential personnel records, and contribute to continuous improvement of APLJ’s human resource systems and practices.

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About You

Qualifications

· Tertiary qualifications and/or relevant experience in Human Resources Management, Business Studies, Business Administration, Management, or a related field.

Essential Experience and Knowledge

· Demonstrated experience coordinating HR functions, including recruitment, employee lifecycle administration; learning & development, employee wellbeing and employee relations support, and HR records management.

· Ability to read, interpret, and apply relevant legislation, employment requirements, HR policies, and procedures.

· Demonstrated experience working effectively in a high-performing multidisciplinary team and contributing to improvements in HR systems and processes.

· Demonstrated understanding of employee benefits, safeguarding policies, and HR practices, with the ability to provide appropriate guidance and refer complex matters when required.

Personal attributes

· Demonstrated interpersonal, communication, and cross-program collaboration skills.

· Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to improve the efficiency, responsiveness, and compliance of HR activities.

· Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with strong attention to detail.

· Demonstrated integrity and professionalism when handling highly confidential information.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Why join Australia – Papua New Guinea Law and Justice Partnership?

By joining the APLJ, you will be part of a dynamic and effective team where you can collaborate with leading experts and professionals from diverse backgrounds, access development programs to achieve your career goals, and be challenged to take a global outlook.

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

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 20 November 2026, 11.59pm PNG time

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