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• 10 roles. 3 provinces. 1 mission: climate-resilient farming for PNG.
• From provincial coordination to national leadership — pick your role.
• Real impact, real careers — help PNG farmers adapt and thrive.

About the Organisation and the Project

The South Pacific Community (SPC) — the region's principal intergovernmental organisation, working across the Pacific since 1947 — and the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), a treaty-based international body supporting sustainable development, have partnered with Papua New Guinea's Department of Agriculture and Livestock (DAL) to deliver the Agriculture Sector Support Activity (ASSA).

Formally known as the Adaptation of Small-Scale Agriculture for Improved Food Security of Resilient Communities in Papua New Guinea, ASSA is a landmark, multi-year initiative that will work directly with farming communities across Enga, Milne Bay and New Ireland Provinces. Its purpose is to strengthen food security, build climate-resilient agricultural practices and help communities better anticipate, prepare for and respond to climate variability and climate-related shocks — with DAL acting as the Implementing Agency and SPC and GGGI providing funding and technical backing.

About This Recruitment

To build the team that will lead this work, ASSA has partnered with Peopleconnexion to manage end-to-end recruitment for its Project Management Unit (PMU) — a ten-person team responsible for delivering the project on the ground. These roles give you the opportunity to contribute to regional or national impact, and the chance to be part of a program that will shape climate adaptation practice in PNG agriculture for years to come.

If you want a career that puts you at the centre of one of PNG's most significant climate adaptation investments, Peopleconnexion wants to hear from you.

About the Role

This is the leadership role at the heart of ASSA. As National Project Manager, you will provide strategic direction to the entire Project Management Unit, drive delivery of project outputs and outcomes across three provinces, and be the accountable face of the project to the National Project Director, Project Steering Committee, SPC and the Adaptation Fund.

You'll lead a multidisciplinary team of finance, MEL, safeguards, communications, technical and provincial specialists — turning ambitious project design into results communities can see and feel.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end implementation of the ASSA Project against approved plans, budgets and donor requirements.
• Oversee project governance, risk management and compliance with Adaptation Fund, SPC and PNG Government requirements.
• Steward project finances and resources responsibly, ensuring value for money.
• Build and maintain high-level partnerships with government, communities, development partners and service providers.
• Lead, mentor and build a high-performing, accountable PMU.
• Champion evidence-based decision-making, innovation and continuous improvement across the project.

What You'll Bring

• A bachelor's degree in project management, agriculture, climate change, development studies, business, economics, public administration or related field.
• A demonstrated track record leading large, complex, multi-stakeholder projects or programs to measurable results.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing significant financial and operational resources.
• Strong governance, risk and compliance capability, and the judgement to operate at the highest levels of accountability.
• A genuine commitment to climate resilience, food security and community-centred development outcomes.

Why Join the ASSA Team?

• Be part of a landmark, multi-year climate adaptation program with real, visible impact for PNG farming communities.
• Competitive remuneration aligned to PNG Public Service General Orders (and SPC salary bands for specialist roles).
• Work alongside a capable, mission-driven, multidisciplinary team backed by SPC, GGGI and DAL.
• A fixed-term contract for the duration of the project (up to five years), subject to performance and funding.

How to Apply

• Applications close COB Monday 07th September 2026.
• Please submit your CV and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria by clicking on the ‘APPLY NOW’ button

While the strong preference is to build a PNG-led team, for select specialist roles applications are also welcomed from suitably qualified international candidates.

To Apply

To apply, email your CV and other relevant documentation to [email protected]. Please include the Job ID "#28279" in the email's subject to ensure your application is processed.