With more than 40 years of experience working in PNG, World Vision International Papua New Guinea (WVIPNG) 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 may be looking for a change and wants to become part of a dynamic team helping vulnerable people and communities.

World Vision International Papua New Guinea (WVIPNG) 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 WASH Portfolio Manager to be based in Port Moresby, National Capital District, Papua New Guinea. The position reports to the Operations Director.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The WASH Portfolio Manager will provide overall leadership, technical direction and management of World Vision PNG’s WASH Technical Program. The role will serve as the primary contact for the donor and key WASH sector stakeholders, while leading a team of senior staff to deliver grant activities and deliverables on time and to a high standard. The position will ensure effective program implementation, manage risks and promote sustainable outcomes that improve child wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Grant Management

• Set the strategic direction and vision for the WASH program.
• Lead and oversee grant implementation, ensuring strategic objectives are achieved through effective program design, staffing, implementation and quality assurance.
• Align the WASH program with the World Vision PNG Strategic Framework.
• Develop a sustainable and ambitious WASH program strategy that attracts donor funding.
• Identify grant management issues early and ensure timely and effective resolution.

Monitoring and Evaluation

• Work with the Program Quality Manager to maintain an effective monitoring and evaluation (M&E) system that supports risk management, learning and accountability.
• Collect, analyse and report monitoring data against standard indicators to key stakeholders.
• Use monitoring evidence to inform program decisions and strategic direction.

Team Leadership and Capacity Building

• Supervise a team of senior national and international staff across different technical areas.
• Strengthen staff capacity to manage complex donor-funded projects.
• Provide leadership and oversight to grant staff and short-term consultants.
• Deliver WASH technical training to staff as required.

Financial and Risk Management

• Manage the grant budget within approved limits and ensure financial reports to donors and Support Offices are accurate and submitted on time.
• Ensure all expenditure is reasonable, correctly allocated and compliant with donor rules, financial management standards and applicable audit requirements.
• Monitor technical budget lines closely to ensure expenditure remains within the approved budget.

Stakeholder Management

• Manage the donor relationship in close collaboration with the Operations Director.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with national and provincial government, NGOs, UN agencies and partners.
• Represent World Vision at key stakeholder meetings and serve as the focal point at technical cluster meetings.
• Lead the management of the WASH Cluster.

Qualifications, Experience and Requirements

• At least eight years of experience in international development, including five years at management level on medium- to large-scale grant-funded projects.
• Demonstrated experience leading WASH programs.
• Strong knowledge of WASH issues and challenges in Papua New Guinea.
• Proven ability to manage programs in complex political and cultural settings.
• Experience coordinating teams across multiple locations.
• Fluency in written and spoken English, with strong presentation and report-writing skills.
• Relevant professional licences, as required by the technical field and donor.
• A current driver’s licence and the ability to drive.
• Commitment to World Vision’s Christian values and ethos.
• A Master’s degree in Water Engineering or Civil Engineering.
• A demonstrated track record of leading technical teams and building trust within diverse teams.
• Knowledge of donor policies and requirements, particularly those of DFAT, UNICEF and the World Bank.
• Willingness to travel to implementation sites and within the region as required.
• Willingness to work in challenging security environments in accordance with World Vision’s security policies and procedures..

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; Friday 13 November 2026, (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 safeguarding all children and adults living where World Vision operates. We enforce a zero tolerance policy for any forms of violence, abuse and exploitation against children or adults, either by employees or others affiliated with our work. We do not employ staff whose background is not aligned with our safe guarding practices. Employment is conditional upon successful completion of all mandatory background checks, including criminal record checks, where required.

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 and International Applicants (IA's) Accepted

To Apply

To apply, email your CV and other relevant documentation to [email protected]. Please include the Job ID "#29110" in the email's subject to ensure your application is processed.