Career Opportunities

The Ok Tedi Development Foundation (OTDF) is the legal entity that manages community development benefits from Ok Tedi Mine operations on behalf of the people of the 158 Community Mine Continuation Agreement (CMCA) villages. OTDF is a safe, professional and innovative organisation that delivers projects to communities through a unique partnership between mining, the people and the government. OTDF is mandated to ensure wise and sustainable use of the wealth created from mining operations for the betterment of future generations of Western Province.

OTDF currently has one (1) vacancy and seeks to engage a dynamic, competent and qualified person to be part of the team that is delivering development outcomes for the communities of Western Province. OTDF seeks to attract and retain professionals who are committed, hardworking, loyal, and honest and who possess good behaviour.

Manager – Program Services Operations

To lead and manage the operations of the Program Services Operations Department, including the development and implementation of short, medium and long-term strategies to enhance program quality, strengthen service delivery, and achieve effective development planning and sustainable outcomes for the communities of Western Province. This position reports to the Executive Manager Program Services.

Tasks and responsibilities include:

• To ensure that CMCA and OTDF supported projects are delivered in a timely and efficient manner to the communities thereby maintaining regular communication with the local communities with regards to projects status of their projects and to address any community related issues that may arise.
• To be accountable for ensuring cost effectiveness and efficiency in the operations of the Department and in the implementation of development planning initiatives to promote sustainable initiatives in the impacted communities and in accordance with the Community Mine Continuation Agreement (CMCA).
• To promote and uphold CMCA & OTDF intent as part of the Operations team of Program Services, to orientate and infuse company ethics, values and principals across sections and to translate Organization aims into practical and achievable strategies, goals, and objectives.
• To determine and control negative work-related environmental impacts and enforce company-wide workplace health & safety policy and regulations to ensure employees, contractors and stakeholders uphold company target of zero work-related incidents and accidents.
• Maximise ongoing long- and short-term benefits to the stakeholders in the prescribed areas and minimize the impact on the environment through institutionalizing and monitoring the delivery of professional agricultural, agribusiness and livelihood projects, advisory services and training programs
• Create excellent relationship with all stakeholders (internal & external) including PNG Government, the greater community and Western Province through establishing and maintain regular dialogue on all issues relating to development of the communities
• Maintains close liaison with the management team to analyse, define, and recommend appropriate development strategies aligned with organisational priorities and project requirements. Prepares and presents current and long-term plans, forecasts, and progress reports to monitor performance, assess outcomes, and ensure the effective implementation of strategic objectives.
• Ensure staff within the section are motivated, competent, and adequately trained by recognising and rewarding performance, providing constructive feedback on individual and team achievements, and fostering a high-performance work culture.
• Monitor and manage the section’s capital and operational expenditure to ensure spending remains within approved budget allocations and financial targets through regular budget reviews and performance monitoring.
• Establish and maintain effective top-down and bottom-up communication systems throughout the Department to promote information sharing, staff engagement, collaboration, accountability, and alignment with organisational objectives.

Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• A University Degree (preferably Masters) in Development Studies, Project Management, Agribusiness, Sustainable Development, or a related field will be an added advantage.

• A minimum of 10–15 years of supervisory and management experience in community development, sustainable development, or a related field, with demonstrated leadership capability.
• Thorough understanding of Papua New Guinea’s economy, sustainable economic growth opportunities, cultural diversity, and community development challenges.
• Sound knowledge and appreciation of sustainable development principles, OTDF’s mandate and strategic objectives, and the application of the Triple Bottom Line (People, Planet and Profit) business model.
• A proven track record in planning, managing, and implementing community development programs and projects that deliver measurable and sustainable outcomes.
• Strong understanding of cultural diversity, community dynamics, environmental sustainability, and the social and economic issues affecting development in Western Province and Papua New Guinea.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire, lead, and mobilise teams to drive organisational change within an 18-month timeframe, strengthen operational performance, and promote continuous improvement.
• Proven ability to develop and implement appropriate strategies and plans that leverage human capital, technical expertise, systems, and organisational resources to optimise performance during periods of significant change.
• Excellent strategic communication and leadership skills, with the ability to articulate organisational priorities, translate strategic intent into practical action, and lead by example in fostering teamwork and accountability.
• Demonstrated capacity to anticipate, manage, and lead organisational change over a 5–10-year strategic horizon, overcome resistance to change, and establish the foundations for long-term organisational success.
• Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities, including the willingness to make difficult but necessary organisational decisions, manage performance issues, and contribute constructively to senior management and departmental decision-making processes.
• A collaborative leadership approach, with the ability to break down organisational silos, strengthen cross-functional cooperation, and promote a unified, results-oriented team culture.
• Exceptional perseverance, resilience, and commitment to seeing complex, large-scale change initiatives through to successful implementation.
• Strong strategic management and execution capabilities, with a demonstrated commitment to achieving results, developing staff capabilities, mentoring emerging leaders, and preparing suitable successors to ensure leadership continuity.
• A forward-thinking and entrepreneurial mindset, with the vision and drive to create significant and lasting value for OTDF, its stakeholders, and the broader community development sector in Papua New Guinea.

More specific details of this position may be sourced from OTDF’s Human Resource Section via email to: [email protected].

This is a residential status position with an excellent remuneration and benefits package based on qualifications and work experience. Any demonstrated experience and results based Monitoring & Evaluation experience is highly preferable. If you would like to be a part of the OTDF team, please submit your application consisting of a covering letter, curriculum vitae and a statement addressing the selection criteria (please do not send copies of certificates and awards at this stage) along with the names and contact details of 3 professional referees to:

Manager - Human Resource

Ok Tedi Development Foundation

PO Box 21,

KIUNGA 335

Western Province

Or email [email protected]

Applications close: 5:00pm on Wednesday 4^th November 2026

Authorized by

Andrew Mari

Chief Executive Officer