Project Officer
Advertised: 22 April 2026
World Vision PNG
Agriculture | Autonomous Region of Bougainville
With more than 40 years of experience working in PNG, World Vision Papua New Guinea (WVPNG) focuses on helping the most vulnerable children and adults experience fullness of life. Inspired by our Christian faith, WVPNG has an exciting opportunity for someone who maybe looking for a change and wants to become part of a dynamic team helping vulnerable people and communities.
World Vision Papua New Guinea (WVPNG) has exciting opportunity for those of you who want a change and want to become part of a dynamic team. We are currently looking for suitable, qualified, experienced, and highly motivated professional to fill the role of Project Officer to be based in Arawa, Autonomous Region of Bougainville.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The purpose of this position is to lead the development of monthly activity plans, ensuring that these are based on project priorities. This includes organizing field activities, mobilizing resources, and coordinating logistics to facilitate smooth implementation. In addition, the officer will oversee the day-to-day execution of activities, ensuring quality standards are maintained and that any challenges encountered are addressed promptly.
MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate project activities in the communities
- Supervise casuals implementing activities in the field
- Community and stakeholder engagements
- Submission of activity reports and data (quantitative and qualitative)
- Development monthly activity implementation plans
- Field activity implementation reporting
- Submission of data for reporting
- Coordinate planning and logistics for the next month’s activity implementations
- Any other tasks as expected by the project under the supervision of the Project Coordinator
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION/SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
- Diploma /Bachelor in Science – education, social sciences or environment, climate change or other relevant disciplines is required.
- Experience in community development work
- Have the skills and experience in conducting trainings in the community
- Able to work under minimum supervision and deliver results
- Have the ability to liaise with partners, stakeholders and communities
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Organization, planning, and time management skills
- Detail-oriented and able to verify data quality
- Good contextual knowledge of the local community and social/cultural constraints, realities, and organizational relationships
- High-level communications skills
- Ability to build positive relationships in a cross-cultural environment
A competitive salary, benefits, and career development opportunity will be offered commensurate with relevant experience, knowledge, and qualifications.
Interested applicants should submit the following documents all in one PDF file before; Wednesday 29 April 2026, 11:59 PM (Midnight, PNG Time)
- Expression of interest
- Detailed CV
World Vision is committed to the principles of workplace diversity. Qualified women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
World Vision is committed to the protection of children. We do not employ staff whose background is not aligned with our safe guarding practices. Hence employment is conditional upon successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks, where possible.
We appreciate the time it takes to prepare your application. Please note that only short-listed candidates suitable for interviews will be contacted. If you do not hear from World Vision within two (2) weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Applicant Types Accepted:
Local Applicants
To Apply
To apply, email your CV and other relevant documentation to [email protected]. Please include the Job ID "#26848" in the email's subject to ensure your application is processed.
More information
Job ID: #26848
Industry: Agriculture
Location: Autonomous Region of Bougainville, Papua New Guinea
Company: World Vision PNG
Company Description: World Vision is a Christian relief, development and advocacy rganization dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice. Motivated by our Christian faith, World Vision Papua New Guinea is dedicated to working with the world’s most vulnerable people.
Company Website: http://www.wvi.org/papua-new-guinea
Source: www.pngworkforce.com