Deputy Team Leader, Performance and Operations

About the role

The Deputy Team Leader (DTL) provides senior executive leadership and management support to the Team Leader of the Australia-PNG Law and Justice Partnership (APLJ), helping ensure the effective, efficient and accountable delivery of the programme. The role strengthens organisational performance, corporate management, operational effectiveness and the integration of programme delivery across technical and corporate functions. It sits under the strategic direction of the Team Leader and gives primary executive oversight of corporate services, including operations, financial management and people and culture.

Key responsibilities

• Translate programme priorities into coordinated implementation and strengthen management systems and accountability
• Ensure organisational resources, processes and capabilities support the achievement of APLJ's End of Program Outcomes
• Provide organisation-wide coordination and performance assurance across technical portfolios
• Work collaboratively with the technical Directors, who retain responsibility for the leadership and delivery of their own portfolios

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in management, business administration, public administration, international development, law, governance or a related discipline
• At least 10 years of experience in senior program management or coordination roles in complex development programmes
• Demonstrated experience leading complex, multidisciplinary organisations or large-scale international development programmes
• Extensive experience overseeing corporate services such as financial management, procurement, operations, human resources and organisational administration
• Demonstrated experience in risk management and safeguarding
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a cross-cultural, politically sensitive environment
• Experience in Papua New Guinea is desirable; understanding of DFAT systems and policies is desirable

Candidates apply online through the application button, submitting a CV and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria. Applications close on 27 November 2026. Engagement is subject to background screening, criminal record checks and employment verification.